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  1. MechanicLane

    We need to see more of this!

    That's what I like to see! This kid knows his stuff! Any advice you would add to that?
  2. MechanicLane

    Darn kohler courage engines are such crap

    Bought a craftsman dgs6500 with a kohler sv735 vtwin engine for $300. Previous owner replaced the head gaskets and couldn't get it started or something? This was a few months ago before all the snow here in oregon. Got it running...BARELY. Was smoking bad when running (Major disappointment #1)...
  3. MechanicLane

    Craftsman deck exploding

    I was mowing after I had replaced the spindles, blades, and 1/3 idler pulleys ( they mowed freely and were in good condition and didn’t have replacements), engaged blades and the engine bogged a bit (even at high rpm) and the whole mower shook like crazy until it built up rpm, then it just shook...
  4. MechanicLane

    Bad coil... already?!

    I purchased a Craftsman II gt18 garden tractor with a 18hp OPPOSED twin briggs for $50, and when we picked it up didn't run. seller had replaced the "distributor" (coil) but we discovered that he had grounded the kill wire...LOL. we hooked up the kill wires PROPERLY and the thing started up...
  5. MechanicLane

    Engine swap Kohler to Briggs?

    I have a Kohler courage pro sv735-0016 on a craftsman dgs6500 (917.288600) that wont work right, very finicky and kicks over a bit with starting fluid. I’m done messing around and wasting my time on a bad engine. So my question is: 1. How easy do you think it would be to swap the engine? 2...
  6. MechanicLane

    Husqvarna GT48XLSi serious wiring problems- HELP!

    I recently bought a Husqvarna GT riding mower and the previous owner absolutely destroyed the wiring so I am looking to replace it to its former glory and I am unable to find a good wiring harness and smart switch. Is it possible that I could replace only the smart switch with the key switch if...
  7. MechanicLane

    Briggs and Stratton 44M777 24HP tons of blue smoke

    I have a Briggs 24HP vtwin on a craftsman pyt9000 that is quite a mystery… Typically I run my engines about every few days (yes I know it I’d a waste of gas, but I don’t really care about dinosaurs much) and all’s well, but I hold off for about a week. And now it’s smoking blue! Its very faint...
  8. MechanicLane

    How do I change hydro-gear trans oil?

    I have a Craftsman PYT 9000 model no 247.289800 that I think from my research has a hydro-gear trans on it, and when I’m driving (except for frat area once it gets some speed) it will make these low pitched whining like sounds, it’s when I first press on the pedal and when going on a even slight...
  9. MechanicLane

    How to Keep Your New Machine Running Clean (Riding Mower Edition)

    To ensure the optimal performance and longevity of your riding lawn mower, regular preventive maintenance is essential. Here are some key maintenance tasks you can perform: Regularly check and change the oil: Check the oil level before each use and change the oil as recommended in your owner's...
  10. MechanicLane

    Husqvarna 2042ls riding mower won’t move

    I have this riding mower that won’t move but it will catch a little bit every once in a while. I’m pretty sure it’s not the belt, not the pulleys, the manual move lever is pushed in so it can drive. I really can’t figure out what is the problem. Help appreciated.
  11. MechanicLane

    Craftsman LT1000 Riding Mower selling advice wanted

    I'm selling this craftsman LT1000 riding mower with a 48" deck, new carburetor, air filter, oil, battery, new headlights, and sparkplug. everything has been regreased and works how it should. view the listing here -...
  12. MechanicLane

    Craftsman LT1000 Battery Drains and doesn't recharge

    I have a craftsman LT1000 and when I start it with a NEW battery that wasn't on a maintainer, half of the time it just turns to when the flywheel gets tighter and the starter starts squealing. I'm not sure if the alternator is worn or the voltage regulator is blown ( i can't locate it anyway)...
  13. MechanicLane

    New Carburetor Surging Briggs and Stratton 16HP

    i just bought this carburetor yesterday, installed everything and it runs great... but its surging. It came with a few spare parts that I had no idea what they were. The mower had been sitting in a field for the past two years but we got it out and I replaced some stuff. Thanks for your time in...
  14. MechanicLane

    Craftsman LT1000 917.27435 carburetor model number?

    I have a gray craftsman LT1000 with a 16HP Briggs and Stratton engine and there seem to be no sources to find the model number of my carburetor. Specifically, I am looking for the right float needle because the ethanol in the gas gummed everything up. No listings seem to have the metal piece on...
  15. MechanicLane

    John Deere RX75 No Spark?

    I just bought a John Deere RX75 riding mower and need help troubleshooting. It turns over with no problem, there is suction in the carburetor, and I replaced the spark plug but it still won't start. I will take the carb off tomorrow to deep clean it because it probably needs it but it won't...
  16. MechanicLane

    Briggs 28A707 engine pulses throttle and won't idle smooth

    my snapper sr1028 with a B&S 28A707 engine just won't idle smooth! it pulses no matter what the needle is set to (there is only one needle). and when it is a little bit below half throttle it the engine bogs down. any help would be appreciated asap, thanks.
  17. MechanicLane

    28A707 Briggs Carburetor Adjustment???

    I have a snapper SR1028 and I think it is getting too much gas. i just need the proper adjustments for the needles. any help is appreciated, thanks
  18. MechanicLane

    Snapper SR1028 Engine EXTREMELY hard to pull start

    I got a Snapper SR1028 a few days ago and yesterday I cleaned the carburetor because it had some crud in the bowl. I reassembled it and there was a lot of gas going to the carburetor now, which was a good sign because there was no gas going to the carb yesterday. I pull-started it a few times...
  19. MechanicLane

    Craftsman T1600 Riding Mower Blows blueish smoke

    I got a craftsman T1600 yesterday and coming home, I noticed that it was smoking whitish/bluish smoke after it runs for 2 minutes, I'm not really sure what the problem is the seller said he had just replaced the spark plug, and changed the oil, not including the filter. any help appreciated! -...
  20. MechanicLane

    Murray Briggs and Stratton 5HP Quantum Power Push-Mower blows white smoke

    Murray Briggs and Stratton 5HP Quantum Power Push-Mower blows white smoke and barely dies down after startup, I think the carburetor setup is messed up but I can't find any sources showing the carburetor diagram. Any help is appreciated. MODEL TYPE. CODE. 124702-3106-01 92042759 Lanerdude9
  21. MechanicLane

    Murray Briggs and Stratton 5HP Quantum Power Push-Mower blows white smoke

    Murray Briggs and Stratton 5HP Quantum Power Push-Mower blows white smoke and barely dies down after startup, I think the carburetor setup is messed up but I can't find any sources showing the carburetor diagram. Any help is appreciated. MODEL TYPE. CODE. 124702-3106-01 92042759 Lanerdude9
  22. MechanicLane

    5 HP CRAFTSMAN edger engine muffler is loud and leaks from crack in middle

    my 5 HP CRAFTSMAN edger engine has a crack in the muffler and is crazily loud, this has been a problem ever since I got the engine 1 year ago. Is there a way to seal the crack without buying a new muffler? would super glue work or gasket sealer? engine serial code: 100202 0015-01 6811127...
  23. MechanicLane

    5 HP CRAFTSMAN edger engine dies on full throttle

    my 5 HP CRAFTSMAN edger engine dies on full throttle for some reason, this has been a problem ever since I got the engine 1 year ago. maybe it has something to do with the leak in the muffler? I have tried adjusting it and it still has the same problem, but ONLY on full throttle. I have no idea...
  24. MechanicLane

    MDT Edger Seized up??? B&S 3 hp

    MTD edger with a 3 hp briggs, how do I fix a seized briggs?????? very hard to pull.
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