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He likely had water and/ or trash in the "new" fuel in the antique gas can that has been sitting in the shed open most of its life. It happens more than people will admit. No one ever looks in a gas can before filling it to see all the water and trash that has collected over time. they just...

Have you looked into Predator engines? They are a Chinese clone of the Honda engines in most cases.

I still have some older 2-stroke Ryobi stuff, and they have held up well over many seasons (longer than intended), but most parts have been discontinued. In more recent years, I think Ryobi steered its focus more towards battery operated tools.

Hello M,. Here is a parts manual of a similar model. https://files.ztr.dk/reservedele/934679CERaptor42.pdf Has the tow link been pulled on the drive motor somehow?

This system gremlin keeps coming back and disrupting the posts. Click to post a reply and it shows twice. That and it is creating page delays.

Hello Stephen, Vented fuel caps went away a few years back, so more than likely the auxiliary tank vent hose is plugged. They tend to hide these vent emissions hoses, so it may take some effort to track the far end down. Usually, insects will build nests in the open end of any hose they find...

Hello Stephen, Vented fuel caps went away a few years back, so more than likely the auxiliary tank vent hose is plugged. They tend to hide these vent emissions hoses, so it may take some effort to track the far end down. Usually, insects will build nests in the open end of any hose they find...

Hello C., A crankshaft (the part alone) is typically not that expensive, but the intense labor to replace it is. If you are mechanically inclined, have the tools and have the service/repair data it's not that bad of an ordeal. If you are missing one or all the needed prerequisites, you will...

Hello C., A crankshaft (the part alone) is typically not that expensive, but the intense labor to replace it is. If you are mechanically inclined, have the tools and have the service/repair data it's not that bad of an ordeal. If you are missing one or all the needed prerequisites, you will...

If spark plug heat ranges are that cold, put the correct plugs in. People tend to think spark plugs are all the same, but they are not. I used to see this issue on gas engine farm tractors quite often. The hotter the engine gets the worse it will pop and snort.

Hello T, Going a little rich will keep the cylinder temperatures down. A basic rule to remember is fuel cools down and air heats up the combustion process. The ideal scientific mixture is 14.7 parts air to 1 part gasoline. (Stoichiometric mixture) Don't "hog out" your jets dramatically. A...

Well, as it turns out I have only one match. It is a steel bowl aftermarket carburetor (The bowl may not be correct for the application). It has the white center plastic section with 2-screws to retain it, and the jets are held in with tiny O-rings. My jet drills show the right (on the idle...

Purple with white stripe is positive, black is typically ground. If you are hacking wires to test you are going off the rails with diagnostic testing. A test light and a multimeter with a few stick pins for pack probing works miracles.

If it has a low oil switch it will not prevent cranking the engine over. It will just not let it start and run. Worn out ignition switch is most likely the issue. Make sure the tiny letters on the back of the switch near each pin match up to your original switch. The switches can look the same...

I think I have what you need. What are the numbers dot marked in the top of your housing near the fuel inlet tube?

Have you tried Parts Tree. I have had luck finding jets on there. The O-rings for press in jets are not available by themselves and only come installed on the jets. From what I recall the left bank is richer than the right. It has to do with combustion balance and cylinder thermal control. For...

JD riders don't work at that altitude. LOL Smaller rider mowers Hydrostatic transmissions are no good on hills unfortunately. Seriously though, you need to consider a heavier duty rider or one with an actual gear shift transmission. I grew up in Va., and I miss the changing weather this time...

Hello R., Kohler command has hydraulic lifters. Kohler courage has adjustable rockers.

This motor needs a cylinder and piston. That scoring is very bad like straight gas has been run in it.

Hello M., We are heading into winter, so it is also a good time to negotiate deals. Is the used one a dealer trade in or private owned sale? Are they both equipped with Kawasaki engines? Counter offer $1500 for the used one, then change the oil and filters along with the deck belt and you...

Hello T., Are you referring to an "X" blade that is used on some machines? What model machine are you asking about? Gator blades are good for mulching along with cutting the yard a couple of times back-to-back to get the mulch even finer.

I agree the small idler pulley is too narrow for the belt being used. A belt should never ride far to the outside of the "V" of the pulley.

Hello C,. Just for good measure, pull the oil pump gears out of the bottom side of the sump and make sure no damage or metal particles got in there. Cast parts often leave tiny metal particles when they fracture like this and that will cause future damage. I highly recommend you spray and...

Hello S., A few things come to mind: First, a weak battery not providing enough amperage. Second, dirty or corroded fuse pin contacts. Third, corrosion starting to set into connector pins on the harness. Fourth, the chassis and harness grounds are corroded. Fifth, Ignition switch is...

Hello R., Shop around for a product called DeoxIt D5. It is an effective contact cleaner that leaves a protective, yet conductive film on the pin contacts. Go through and clean every connection on the machine the apply this stuff. The old method of applying silicone compound has caused more...

What does the rest of the engine inside look like? Is this a customer's or you own machine?

Hello C., The mangled pushrod found down inside likely popped loose because the valve lash became too wide, or a valve got stuck in the guide when hot. When that happens the push rod can drop down into the crankcase and possibly get bent terribly by the rotating crankshaft and camshaft. When...

That was built back when rider mowers were made for work and not just to be a fancy show piece.... Simple to work on and maintain. I have always been a fan of any rider built with a steel hood. The engine code shows it to be a '92, if that is the original engine cover.

I mostly use Ebay and other online sources like Green Farm Parts, Parts Tree and Jacks small engine. When dealing with older JD machines sometimes the dealer is the only choice because they have spent the money to retain their NOS parts in warehouses over the years. As machines age past 10...

Hello C., A couple of pictures would be helpful. This may not be to terribly bad. I have repaired quite a few over the years without replacing the crankshaft. In the past, I have seen this kind of damage caused by someone who did not install the PTO clutch correctly or tightly. The formed...

Hello U, Do you have a multimeter and understand how to do a voltage drop test on cables and wires? Try using your jumper cable and go from the battery negative to the engine block. See if it will crank then. At this age, the ignition key switch is also suspect due to years of use. If you...

That number does not come up on a search. What model is this machine? How old is it?

I typically use acetone and ATF in a small pressure canister when I'm at the shop. If mobile, I use PB Blaster and WD-40

Are you in the U.S.A.? If so, look up Tractor House.com. Is this a 155 articulated model with a front deck you are looking for?

Thanks StarTech, I deleted that reply. It was too early, and my memory recall is not what is used to. Like you mentioned, those caps are to better spread the force of the rocker and reduce valve guide side wear. Valve rotors that sit directly on top of the valve spring do exist, but they...

This is starting to sound like you have some bad fuel in your gas can from a station recently. I consider any fuel without a stabilizer "bad fuel" after 15 days here in South Texas, due to the heat and humidity. I have also had these "self-inflicted" episodes just from leaving a fuel can sit...

Hello T, Don't make multiple posting about the same machine. You are trying to swap a JD160 transaxle with a JD110. All you are doing is creating confusion and postings clutter.

For others following this, to use translator by right clicking anywhere in the message field area and a menu will drop down, select "translate this message". Neat option to know.

Possibly a wrong spark plug. Verify you have the correct plug it calls for. If it has an Amazon plug, those are almost guaranteed to be bad. The next suggestion is to pull the fuel tank and remove the tank fuel nipple to clean it.

I suggest you check for wiring grounds being rusted or possibly barely hanging on by a last strand at a mounting eyelet. Grounds are often overlooked. We need your serial number because 2013 was a change year from early too late model. Along with that pull each fuse 1 at a time and reseat them...

That's about a 30-year-old saw and only used flywheels are available, but people think they are gold.

Go to Parts Tree or Jack's Small Engine and use the engine family number in the top left corner of the label. Look at the base of the block for any dot printed numbers in the aluminum, that may also help. Predator engines can be a little tricky to find parts for and it will take some research...

Looking online, the 019T and the 190 take the same flywheel.

Hello M. Avoid buying a display model that has been sitting. Fuel goes bad in the carburetor and the battery discharges. Aside from that some childish customers tend to abuse them a little at times. Most selling dealers will agree to set up a new one right off the shipping crate if you ask...

The only suggestion I have is Permatex #1 hardening sealer. The area has to be absolutely clean with soap and water, then dried with a hair drier. Then apply the product liberally around the fitting and housing to obtain good sealing and let it sit for a day in the sun to fully cure. Once...

We need the engine plate or sticker data (It is on the engine itself) so we can look up the parts exploded view. Just from what your picture shows, there should be a cap on each valve stem.

Hello M, When it comes to the current JD rider mower lineup, reliable rider mowers don't begin until the X350 with a Kawasaki engine. My advice is purchase from a servicing JD dealer and not a big box store. They will know your machine from the day it is unloaded and setup right off the...

Hello T, Back when I started in the late 70's we actually learned how to perform reliable overhauls and parts were abundant for reasonable prices, so it was practical. Of course, we were usually trained by more experienced elders who were around in the cast iron engine days. Now, no one is...

Take the 1/2" head bolt out (near the breather tube) and remove the entire tank and carburetor, then the carburetor will lift up off the tank if all the screws are out. Watch for a spacer to fall out between the tank and engine block.

Hello P, The question now is why did the fuse blow? It may blow again.