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You can also disconnect the line on the carburetor and place the end of the line in a jar, plastic soda bottle or plastic cup (do not...

Hi firhill, You need a 12V test light to check for power to the fuel after-fire solenoid wire, not all of the bowl solenoids click very...

Correct. That's why the engine manufacturers specify a certain timetable for replacement. If you are running an EFI engine, the...

Hello MParr, All fuel is inherently "dirty", and the fuel filter needs to be replaced to minimize this fine sediment "sludge" from...

Haul it to the dealer and let it be their headache.

I recently changed the filter on my ZTR. It had been on my mower for around a year. Inside was a very fine light colored sludge. The...

You mentioned changing the injectors. I assume that this is an EFI engine. You didn't mention changing the fuel filter. You need a 10...

Normal. When running there's a fine mist of oil blowing around the crankcase, and then the ever changing pressure and area of the...

Well, at least I know why I didn't find anything wrong. Thanks guys!

You don't remove the dipstick and cap while running. These are not like a car engine. Inside the crankcase there is oil and air...

No matter what size filter, make sure it's properly installed. Some are directional.

"Need to be replaced at regular intervals" That is correct. It's best to change them yearly or ever 100 hours. They are relatively...

Neither are very good running parallel to the slope. That's why manufacturers put recommendations in their owners manual.

A little FYI. Clean and mark the throttle cable on both sides of the hold down clamp before loosening the cable clamp. When everything...

A weak governor spring, damaged linkage or control panel, something in the wrong location. If it’s none of that, live with 3550...