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Grey oil indicates metal, likely from the Connecting Rod Big end. Use Standard 30 oil. Likely a lot of oil inside the muffler causing smoke, so contamination (Aluminum Alloy) may be coming from the Cylinder Wall. Don't over think it. Keep your eye out for a good newer model. Tis the season!

The only way fuel can get into the Crankcase is from the Carb. A spec of dirt at the needle/seat interface is all it takes. The fuel Shutoff valve may not be getting power or is defective. You should be able to feel/hear it click when slowly turning the key ON. It is usually possible to...

Just change the oil and filter.!

Get some 6 point sockets and find one that fits. Duh!

First, Remove the blades and sharpen them. Not rocket science as some might say. Then try it. No sense replacing belts and idlers yet as it seems your mechanical skill level in this is quite low.

If your mower is at operating speed in the photo, it appears the Throttle Plate is nearly closed. Governor linkage can do that if there is a fuel problem (not enough gas). Try squirting a small amount of gasoline into the Carb when it is set for wide open and see if it revs up considerably. I...

Damn, hope they don't start making Condoms.............

If you hold your finger on that solenoid you should feel it click when you slowly turn the key towards but not to Start. Warm the fitting briefly with a propane torch and then cold water. Do that a couple times then with a tight fitting wrench try to tighten then loosen the fitting. You could...

I expect you have checked for/changed the fuel filter. Remove Float bowl and see if fuel runs out when cranking engine. Remove Float and needle and use carb spray to spray back into the NEEDLE SEAT.

If you fill several 5 gal cans of fuel at the lowest price you can find and they are tightly sealed, no problem. It is the moisture in the Air in partially filled tanks that offers the Ethanol moisture. The fuel will normally last 30 days with no degradation. I use Premium Ethanol Free in...

I expect it is a ball bearing and it didn't survive the Flood or pressure washing. Look for a donor machine or get it weighed. Sorry about your luck.

I believe you have a direct short somewhere . A fuse would not allow that type of damage if it was in that circuit. High resistance somewhere or melted insulation. Follow each wire, replace any overheated connedtions and clean all mating surfaces that wires connect to. Good Luck.

Glad it worked, now go clean the oven!

Sounds like a governor assembly. Check for new/used one with repair shop or Dealer.

I believe it is the Ammonia in the urine. Make a 4'x4' area in a corner of your yard cover in crushed stone and train them to do their business there.

Check your belt size and routing. One or the other is suspect to me. Possibly belt is too long.

On some models at the bottom of the steering levers there is an adjustment to move them closer or further away. You might check that out.

I doubt that B@S test ran them all. It would be almost impossible to get them that clean inside or did you remove all traces of oil? Scratches appear very minor. Does it burn much Oil? Get your $100 and run.

Glad you are not being picky. Are you going to frame it or use it?

Try a properly gapped New Spark Plug. I believe you have a fuel delivery problem if it runs for 15 minutes. Try starting with Fuel Tank Cap removed, then replaced. New filter installed at correct orientation. Remove float bowl, clean and inspect. Fuel should flow freely when bowl is removed...

Keep it simple. Get a bicycle drink holder and bolt it to the handle. Keep Quick Start in it. Done. :cool:

From Photo #2 it appears that the key is not IN the Keyway, binding the Wheel, Try to put the key back in its' place. Perhaps the key has sheared off or the wheel has become loose on the shaft or both. Spray into the keyway from both sides with penetrant and let sit for a couple days Use...

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My X-320 JD has a 48" deck, 22 HP. No mulch attachment. A completely different method of attaching the deck. It mows very level over uneven ground. It is properly leveled, at correct tire pressure. Lower at the front. I mow clippings into unmowed area and clean up what's left with a wide...

Please state what you have Done to try and get it to start. Remove and clean all battery connections, including solenoid and ground and starter post? Use a known good fully charged Battery.? Do NOT use a jumper from a vehicle with the engine running. Fresh Fuel, new Filter? Adequate Oil?

I forget the problem now.... Oh Ya. Wipe it down as much as possible and leave it running to try and determine where the oil is coming from. Gasket or Seal. Some cardboard underneath the suspect area may help after it is turned off.

Indeed Holmes.

Try removing the filter, and with an air source blow back towards the tank. Remove Tank Cap FIRST. Don't stand over the tank. Install new clear plastic covered filter in the correct direction. Clamp fuel line and remove Float Bowl. Inspect for debris and clean. With float bowl off carb...

If the PTO bogs it down perhaps you have a spindle or other bearing seizing up? Loosen Deck Belt and make sure all blades turn freely. A lean condition may cause backfire.

Yes, you can get rutting on slopes, mostly from wheel spin while turning. Measure the Narrowest Gate you have. Subtract 2" Go to your dealers and ask about Riding Lawn Tractors. Lift up the Grass Chute and measure across the deck noting clearance. Then get the appropriate size deck. A JD...

Speak to them in a friendly manner first. If that does not work place a line of rocks along what you KNOW to be the Property line, or a long row of narrow patio stones on YOUR side of the line. It may be dimensioned on the deed to your property. If not, have it surveyed. Fences make good...

I believe we are talking about the Valve SPRING Cap? How is the valve spring kept in without a cap? Usually held in place with 2 tapered wedges (keepers). If the engine still runs OK, put several strong magnets on the bottom of the engine. Epoxy them in place. If there is Ferrous debris in...

Too high!

I was thinking bent Crank or Covid! Glad you lucked out.

Excellent advice. A NEW anchor plate should be attached first. Present one has cracks and is distorted. If you have clearance, get a 1/8" plate cut, formed and drilled to cover the existing plate and seal well it all around the perimiter.

Never charge a small battery off a running vehicle. Stator will burn up It would be helpful if those asking for help would give all info. Does the starter Turn but not engage? Does the solenoid 'click'?Did you check and clean battery, solenoid and Starter motor terminals?

You cannot educate the Stupid. Clever marketing ploy. Burn up the engine. Throw it all away. Buy buy buy. I warm up my ICE's every Spring and Change oil and filters. Synthetic in the Snowblower for easy starting.

Try straightening it, then when it is close SELL IT. Not worth the repair effort or cost.

Simply drain tank and system, run the engine til it stops, use Float Bowl drain if there is one. Use Premium non Ethanol fuel if you can find it. Taryl tested a variety of 'stabilizers'. Check his video on that.

Set the valves @ TDC, ignoring the ACR. Set them cold. 0.004-6" . It does sound like a fuel problem. Check needle and seat for operation and flow. Check (remove and clean) ALL Battery cable/solenoid/starter connections. File Battery posts 'bright'.

Check the Starter with a known good battery. + cable to starter terminal, - cable to Starter bolt. If starter engages, work backwards to battery. There is an 8-10 volt connector near the Ignition switch. Unplug it, spray with Battery Terminal cleaner then Brakcleen and reconnect.

It is obvious it is starving for fuel. Change the filter, blow back line to tank with cap loosened. Turn ON valve if there is one. Remove float bowl and lift float. If no fuel comes out you have a plugged needle and seat. RE and RE.

Exactly Been there on both.

Blade bolts do not self tighten. If you have difficulty you are tightening them too tight to begin with and fail to clean and lubricate the threads. A simple box end or 8" ratchet will tighten them sufficiently. Small couplers do not lower the Pressure, they lower the Volume.

I believe you have a fuel starvation problem that may be cured by removing float bowl and carefully pulling out the pin that holds the float. The needle will come down with it. Open fuel valve and you should get good continuous flow. Reinstall and try it. If it begins to slow down after...

If you have a nearby metal fab shop that does welding, speak to the owner and see if he can do a small custom job. Grind all paint off near the crack Drill a 1/8" hole at the end of the crack and V groove crack slightly. Have them weld both sides and grind the bottom side flush.

You might check that Float/needle is not stuck . Replace the spark plug just in case.

Take your Med's.

Popping sound may indicate Lean fuel mixture or timing.