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    Old GTS5 rwd wheels won't turn, self propelled working though

    67577 67578 I have this old Toro and when I engage the self propelled rwd I can see the mechanics of it turning but it wont mesh up with the wheels.Brought it to shop and they couldn't do anything with it.I pulled a wheel off and there is a gear sprocket and washers/shims behind the wheel .In...
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    2 Older Toro mowers with totally different spark plugs????

    I own 2 old Toro mowers.A recycler GTS2 and a GTS5 OHV ,Mowers look almost identical except that the Recycler with the GTS2 motor reads "Toro" on it. Both have same brand plug with twin electrodes, one is a 12 and the other is a 22 with significantly longer reach head on it.Totally different...
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    UPDATE on. Craftsman T1000 42" with Kohler motor, smoke on starting

    Update!!!!!! Was about to tackle the valve cover seal and found motor to be locked up with fuel dripping thru carb and overflowing onto the floor. since I was due for routine service this coming spring so I had it done early and had the carb checked.My service guy changed the carb and problem...
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    Craftsman T1000 42" with Kohler motor, smoke on starting

    Have had this for 5 years with no big issues.After spending last winter in heated garage there was smoking upon the first start which has never happened before.Smoked for maybe 30-45 seconds after starting.Assumed it was from fogging motor but it has done this upon every start since. It does...
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    Broke my shifter cable for rwd..Older Recycler 2

    Recent purchase of a Recycler 2 .After a few hiccups,I am very happy with this beast of a recycler.Engaging of the (old school) drive shifter was very stiff. I shifter too hard when it wouldnt disengage and the end of the cable sheared off.Access seems a little difficult as the lever is housed...
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    Toro super recycler 2 (older) shuts down after running for 5-10 mins

    .Mod 20436 ser 3907024. B&S motor.5.5 Thanks for the previous help on my "Which spark plug " post.This new to me Toro seems to only want to run for 5-10 mins and cuts off.I replaced the air filter,spark plug,changed oil and dropped the carb bowl and cleaned the lateral jet hole. carb bowl...
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    Which spark plug? OLder Toro recycler mower

    Will get a pic and try to get a model # .I just bought an older rwd mower .Cast aluminum deck.Older style handle with 2 levers.Left is old style choke lever and right side lever looks like 3 speed drive lever and a pull crossbar between the levers.Rear bagger with a difficult looking bag setup...
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    T1000 blades not engaging

    Older T1000 Craftsman 42" with Kohler motor.Hosed her down last week and now she wont engage cutting blades.Everything else seems fine.I see what looks like an engagement switch under the lever inside the console and I am assuming its going to need to be changed.I tried the button on the switch...
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    Symbols/ilustration on rear of T1000 mower...what do they mean?

    I bought a pull cart for my mower and was looking to see where and what kins of receiver plate I will need to install and came across these diagrams.Anyone know what they mean??
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    Lt1000 ignition key dupe

    i am about to buy a key on ebay and was wondering if anyone knows if these come precut?? or in a blank that needs to be cut?? They look precut to me but I cant get a reply from seller.Anyone?? anyone?? thanks Charlie
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    LUBRICATE A 1000 WITHOUT DROPPING THE DECK

    From what i have seen on youtube ,there are a few things by the pullys that need lubrication.It showed the deck being dropped to access .I dont want to get quite that much into it.Anyone know if I can lube these areas w/o dropping the deck?? I dont mind wasting a few cans of lube to just blast...
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    CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER WITH SIDE LEAF CHUTE

    JUST BOUGHT A 2ND HAND OLDER CRAFTSMAN MOWER WITH A PRETTY COOL SIDE CHUTE ATTACHED TO 3 LEAF PAILS ON THE REAR OF THE MOWER.WHEN I REMOVE THE TUBING FOR THE LEAVES IT IS THEN A SIDE CHUTE MOWER.WHAT IS INVOLVED IN MAKING IT MULCH WHEN I MOW?? IS THERE A PLUG OF SOME TYPE FOR THE CHUTE??
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    LT 1000 riding mower slooow

    hi ,new to forum.Looking to buy a 2nd hand mower.Found one that owner claims runs and starts great but goes slow.No exprience with tractor mowers so dont want to get into a money pit.drive belt seems to be too easy a fix for owner to not have done.any ideas or warnings?? Dont need it to do much...
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