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    JD D170 Mower engine shutting off randomly

    So I have a problem with my JD D170 mower that I haven't been able to fix yet. It only seems to be getting worse and more frequent. I don't usually have a problem getting the mower started, it starts up and runs great, sounds good, not starved for fuel, etc. However during running, the mower...
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    At what point do you just say "I need a new engine"

    My mower seized up recently due to lack of oil. I finally got around to cracking the engine open and found numerous broken parts. The oil sump & block both have cracked metal and are only good for recycling at this point. I also see a broken connecting rod. The camshaft and gears seem viable...
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    D170 Seized then Un-Seized, but still won't start

    I made the mistake of letting my kids mow the yard this year, completely ignoring my normal maintenance. Long story story, the machine ran low on oil and seized up. I was able to unseize the engine by using penetrating oil inside the spark plug hole and the engine turns over fine now. However...

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