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If you have the parking brake engaged, yes, the belt should be loose. The OEM belt is designed to allow some slip, rather, it is not "grabby" to help prevent your issue. I can't be sure that will cure the issue, it's a maybe. Try this, put the transmission in high gear and very gently begin...

Max rpm's is 3,400 to 3,600 RPM's. Don't run it at 3750. Those engines are bulletproof and have plenty of power. I wouldn't mess with the governor until you get it running properly. Do you have a Tachometer to check it accurately?

Sounds like the automatic choke may be sticking closed or the carb is dirty. To check for the choke issue, pull the air filter off and start it, then look in the carb throat to ensure the choke is open. You will need either another person to hold the handle down or tie it to the handlebar so it...

Be sure it has an OEM transmission belt. I believe you are referring to; when the engine is running and you depress the clutch, it is extremely hard or impossible to shift. The reason is that the belt is not fully disengaged and is applying a slight load on the transmission pulley, the belt...

Good point, please clarify "won't turn over". Do you mean the engine is cranking but won't fire, or the starter isn't turning the engine when you turn the key to the start position? If the former, have you pulled a plug to see if it is wet with gas, meaning it's flooded, or dry, meaning it is...

Good 'ol Murray! Take the carb off and clean 'ur good. I like those opposed twins...sound great. If you have spark, will it fire on carb cleaner or starting fluid?

Intake Valve .004-.008 in, Exhaust Valve .004-.008 in.

But, he has a cub cadet with a K46...so...the point?

The TT K46 is used in front engine riding mowers designed to mow grass. They are a fine transmission but not made for heavy towing nor using implements such as a plow. A snow Blower should be fine, but I wouldn't put a blower on a lawn tractor, they don't work well with the small tires and...

You can pick the IH yellow here. It is a fantastic paint. They also have the Rust-oleum transport yellow that looks a bit darker. Alternately, you can find most Rust-Oleum paints in HD and Napa. Napa will also exact match if you bring in a paint chip off the deck. However, it doesn't lay down...

I am only referring to the removal, not the oil change and re-installation. More like three hours total. Didn't mean to offend. Sorry.

If it is in decent shape otherwise, I would try to source a replacement engine. Those are pricey machines new. A new Briggs twin will run you roughly 1k with shipping...your local husky dealer may save you some after all told, maybe not. Be sure to get a 16-amp alternator and fuel pump. It...

Regarding the recommended oil, Use 20w50 synthetic.

Cub Cadet yellow, being that it is an MTD product. Or possibly International Harvester yellow.

I would be concerned; a rod knock is a dreadful thing and not uncommon on the Kohler Courage.

You need to remove the carburetor and clean it well. Did you leave un-stabilized fuel in it during the off season? If it is a Nikki Carb, the type with two screws holding the bowl on, you will need to replace the rubber gasket that sets between the plastic assembly as well as the rubber O-ring...

The OP stated that one of the rockers popped off the pushrod. However, that would mean that the compression should be okay since the valve remains closed. So, you have a good point HLW49, it could be both rods. However, in most cases, the engine will not rotate smoothly if the rod(s) have...

Did you check both cylinders? The valves need to be adjusted while you have the cover off. Valve clearance is about .003 for intake and .005 for exhaust. This needs to be checked on the compression stroke. You can use a small screwdriver through the spark plug hole to feel the top of the piston...

Not a head gasket, pull the valve cover off and take a look at the rocker arms while rotating the engine by hand to ensure they are moving as you rotate. Sounds like a failed camshaft. What year is the machine? Please post the Husqvarna model number and serial number of the unit.

If you can't remove that tranny on a cub LT in an hour, you're doing something wrong. It is very easy.

It is easy to remove the transaxle and change the oil, it takes about an hour or less to pull it off. jack up the rear high enough to get jack stands under the frame just forward of the tranny. Then Remove the 7/16 nut holding the brake cam on, then unbolt the front two torque bracket bolts...

Absolutely, that's the main reason the blocks will flex and crack on the high horsepower single 600cc engines.

I stand corrected, most engines have a 1" shaft. Either way, torque to roughly 50 lb. ft. You can pick one up here and get it in a day. It is far easier than dealing with trying to hold the shaft.

Yes, I am. With a 5/8" head. Maybe you should pick up a torque stick?

And what difference does that make regarding the issue?

It is a much better engine, the Courages were junk, particularly the 600cc singles. The KT has an emission compliance of 500 hrs., which says something about durability. Keep the oil changed and full, use synthetic 10w30 high mileage and you should be good. I've yet to see one fail.

Doesn't sound good...those Kawasaki's are decent engines...is the oil level okay? I would do a compression test first. Not sure what type of noise you heard but engine noises are generally not a good thing. How many hours on it? How long did it run before the noise?

Just hit it with an impact driver, just don't let it sit there and pound when installing. It is a nightmare to try and hold the engine from turning to torque it with a wrench. It is a 3/8" fine thread interference thread, grade 5. Grade 8 is too brittle to expand and contract with...

Looks like that has a hydro-gear 3000 series, a fairly stout hydro. Do you have a link to the belt you purchased? Another test; from a stop, quickly push the forward drive pedal...does it accelerate quickly? Slowly? Did you have any issues before the belt/pulley failed? I'm guessing you...

Yuppers it's a belt guide alright. I can see the wear spot that the belt slides on the shaft. Now to find where it came from.

You are correct regarding the flywheel on a lawn mower engine. Most modern mowers use a light aluminum flywheel and rely on the blade as a flywheel. Most will not run without the blade attached. That said, engines of that size are inexpensive at places such as smallenginewarehouse.com or you...

I run 5 PSI in the rear and gives a MUCH better ride. fronts I put 8 PSI. This is on my Toro time cutter 50" fab deck.

You will need to be sitting on the seat for the PTO to engage...just an FYI.

Hi. First off, stop throwing money away replacing perfectly good parts. Next step: apply parking brake and put a voltmeter on the connection to the starter terminal and turn the key to the start position. What is the voltage reading? Given that your solenoid is engaging to send power to the...

Most consumer blades are 34 to 37 degrees.

Hi, you didn't mention which screw you adjusted, IE, H or L. Which one did you remove the limiter from? If it doesn't rev up, you need to open the H screw further until it runs clean. then back to the L screw to set so it doesn't bog when you goose the throttle. You need to work with both to...

Toro Makes the best walk behinds out there. That said, I am surprised you didn't get the "personal Pace" variable speed self-propelled system rather than the single speed. But they may not offer it on the commercial machines. Take care of it and it will last you 25+ years. That is a GX series...

I wouldn't take it there again if they have been throwing parts at it rather than finding the issue. Why would they tell you, and charge you, if they didn't fix the issue? Do you have a voltmeter?

Take the carb off and get the numbers off it to order the correct kit or take the carb to a dealer and have them install the new carb kit. You may have damaged the adjustment screws. Initial adjustment is 1 1/2 turns out after lightly snugging them up. Regarding the letters beside the adjustment...

Bring it to a quality repair shop and be done with it. Don't throw any more money at it replacing perfectly good parts, those items you have been wasting money on very rarely fail.

Amazon Can not re-sell an item that has been returned as a new product as it is illegal. They may resell them as an "open box" item which you can find in the Amazon "Warehouse" deals if the customer returned it because they ordered the incorrect item but did not report it as defective. They...

Found on ebay; Here you go. You should be able to re-use the snap ring.

Did you use an OEM Briggs carburetor, or an Amazon knock off? My guess is an Amazon knock off since the OEM is no longer available. Why did you replace the carburetor? Have you tried putting the original carb back on it? I recommend cleaning the original carburetor and then using the diaphragm...

Try tightening the bolt on the unloader spring a turn and see if that helps.

You are in a pickle, sadly. First rule=Never round off a bolt. I'm not going to get into questions about the proper tools, the damage is done. You will need to remove the transmission and your best bet is a machine shop. You can't heat it and you can't weld a tool into the hole, I know of no...

Does it happen when you first start it or only after using it for a while?

Agreed!

I believe you need to remove the engine's cover plate to change it. Very rare they leak/go bad on a Vanguard.

Sounds like the needle valve or jets in the carburetor or a restricted air filter. Don't buy a new Kohler carb until you, or a pro shop, tries to repair it. And DO NOT buy a non-OEM carb, it will not run correctly. The first thing I would do is try running it without the air filter. Next, check...

My 122 has a junk pto and am looking at a fully restored 147 hydro with hydro lift. Just trying to figure out if the the deck is the same hook up. Thanks a lot.