mower

  1. J

    Still trying to get the mower deck right

    Hello I have an lt2000 19.5 horsepower hp Craftsman. The mower deck is a 42-in cutting with deck. For more than a month I've had the deck separated from the frame of the mower. I have replaced both spindles I have replaced the large idler pulley, I have replaced the small idler pulley. I...
  2. J

    54 inch riding mower just clicks, won't start

    My 54 inch Bad Boy MZ Magnum zero turn riding mower quit on me. It's model BMG5425KO. I turn the key and it just clicks. Battery is good. When I jumped/shorted the starter solenoid, it cranks. I thought it might be a bad starter solenoid, so I replaced it since I had a spare one. Still nothing...
  3. T

    murray riding mower

    The murray riding mower I have will not all even crank. In the wiring system from the wiring harness to the alternator wire the connecting wire has 3 wires and one of those wires is black which would indicate that might be a ground but I'm unsure of where it goes. Any help is greatly...
  4. J

    Riding mower runs for about 20 mins then stops

    My Bad Boy MZ Magnum runs for about 20 mins then stops. It starts to sputter like it's running out of gas then quits. I have a full tank of gas in it. I'd let it sit for about 10 to 15 mins, start it again and the same thing happens. Runs for a bit then quits. Fuel pump? Fuel filter? Carb issue...
  5. MowerMark

    How to stop cut grass blades from accumulating inside mower cavity?

    When I use our Honda gas mower to mow the lawn (dry), grass does not sick to the periphery of the inside of the mower. But when using our Ego electric mower, the grass does adhere. This causes clumps of grass to fall on the lawn. I've cleaned the inside and made sure it was dry, but the...
  6. Mfranch86

    Storing a mower with no gas

    I have a toro mower from about 2013. I stored it without any gas thinking this is better than with gas and a bottle of ethanol added in. Well, I wound up having a family member give us a Honda mower that was in great condition and worked so over the years I used the Honda instead. The empty...
  7. C

    Help with mower issue please and tia

    Hi I have a husqvarna yth1842 with a B&S 18.5 intek engine(33R777-0003-G1) I put new pulleys and spindles on it last week, it was running and mowing great until Sunday and it just died while my Mom was mowing. Now it won't start,it turns over but when it kinda cranks it sounds like a small...
  8. D

    Mower Recommendations

    I am going to buy a new mower but looking for something that goes forward and reverse with the foot pedal and not having to do anything else like my old Murry, is there such a thing out there anymore ? Thanks
  9. H

    John Deere Fuse Blowing when Starting

    I have a John Deere Z345r zero turn mower that blows the PTO fuse every time I start the mower, without actually engaging the PTO. I have taken a look at the wiring haven't found anything damaged, I unplugged the clutch, and it still blows a fuse. I have not been able to find a wiring diagram...
  10. Mjhover

    Recommendation for new 0 turn mower

    Hey was just looking for some recommendations on a new 0 turn mower. My old Craftsman tractor/mower finally broke after 20 years. But was looking for a new 0 turn mower kinda leaning towards the hustler raptor xl but any suggestions would help thank you.
  11. A

    John Deere D125 mower broken belt now noisy.

    I have a John Deere D125. 9 years old. About 250 hours on it. It broke the deck belt. I replaced the PTO cable as old one was stretched. I replaced the housings over the deck pullies because belt wore threw right side cover. I replaced left spindle bearings because they were little noisy...
  12. J

    Toro mower raising handle bar

    I have an old Toro Recycler 22 inch self propelled mower. it runs great but the handle bar is way to low. I'm hunched over while using it. Does anyone have any ideas for the best way to fix this? I considered cutting the bars and rewelding them up at a slight angle, but it's a pretty janky...
  13. J

    Standard belt for 42" Deck Ariens Mower too long?

    I've got a 9360600 Series Ariens Riding Mower with a 42" Deck. The belt is supposedly 954-04060 which is a 1/2" x 95.5" belt. If I put a 1/2" x 95.5" belt on the mower its too loose. The blades will spin, but it takes a while for them to get up to speed and in grass they stop. A 95" belt is too...
  14. D

    Honda HRR2167VXA mower vibration

    I have a Honda HRR2167VXA mower that has recently developed a bad vibration. The blades have been replaced, so I do not suspect that to be the issue. The vibration is worse when the mower is started up, and it smooths out some when the blade is engaged. The self propelled drive seems to be...
  15. J

    Easiest way to check for spark and fuel on push mower

    For fuel do you check in the carb throat somehow or just check the plug? And is it enough to use carb cleaner to just get it popping a few revolutions to confirm you have spark?
  16. G

    Mower Deck Maintenance

    Looking for recommendations on keeping grass build up under my 54” deck. I have heard of a product call Slick Plate has any one used this or something like it.
  17. H

    Toro Z Master 74244 PTO quit while mowing , now mower clicks only. Please help

    I was mowing, everything worked great. Suddenly the PTO mower disengaged, quit cutting grass. So I rode the mower back to the driveway, which is about 50 yards from where the mower deck quit. I checked to see if something out of order. I tried to restart the Toro, only clicks at the starter...
  18. J

    clutch brakes for riding mower

    How hard is it to replace the brakes or what stops the riding mower when you press the clutch brake? The one seems to roll passed the brakes as if there isnt any from when it was purchased new and would directly stop. Murray 425008x
  19. Ontheback9!

    Z930M Mower: Steady Red Warning Light Diagnosis

    All of my usual questions have been answered by reading other people's posts, but not this one. I have a John Deere Zero Turn mower, model Z930M (54" cut). Bought it used but not cheap. Now at 1,200 hours and I use it for a three-acre field and 2-acre lawn. Once I learned how to turn without...
  20. J

    Old 4HP Snapper Walk-behind Mower. Need small belt on self-propelled.

    The Self-propelled Drive Disk turns fine but the belt from the Transmission to the wheel slips. The Briggs Engine is 4HP as noted in title. The throttle cable rubbed on the Engine shroud and wore the stamped numbers off. I am guessing Mower from the early 80's. But with no Model numbers, not...
  21. T

    Mower clutch power draw

    I just purchased an old yellow deck JD STX38 in near perfect condition. The battery is probably not the best but a few days after charging it is able to start the tractor. When I tested voltage was at 13.6 while running. After about 20 minutes of mowing the battery is completely drained. How...
  22. M

    Mower and lights quit on my Grasshopper 727k

    While mowing today, the mower (Model 3661 with powerfold) just quit. Tractor was running fine. Checked the torque on the blades and it was correct at 55 pounds. Checked the PTO 10 amp fuse and it was ok but I replaced it anyway. As I quit working on it I noticed the light switch was on but the...
  23. GRAVELY 52” Pro-Stance

    LOW POWER ISSUE - GRAVELY 52” Pro-Stance Stander Mower

    52” Gravely Pro-Stance mower with loss of power, to the point of almost stalling, after engaging the mower blades. Its got a 19-HP Kawasaki engine. The mower is non-commercial. I only use it to cut my lawn once a week. Gravely started manufacturing this model Pro-Stance mower in 2006...
  24. J

    TB Sickle mower 3.5

    I had the good fortune, maybe the misfortune, to acquire a Troybilt sickle mower. Actually looks new. Story is it was purchased and never used and left in a shed for years. Story does match appearance of the unit related to paint finish throughout, all labels and decals, tires, cables...
  25. Dazed and Confused

    Scotts Intex Edge self-propelled mower parts

    I inherited an old Scotts Intex Edge self-propelled lawnmower, (though a Google search also turned up "Intek" in addition to Intex),) 6.5 HP OHV. The plate says S014255730423 and Code 9047M. The customer service number on the plate is for Briggs & Stratton, not the lawnmower itself...
  26. Raojohn

    Best Way to "Calculer Surface" Before Buying a New Lawn Mower?

    Hey everyone, I’m currently in the market for a new lawn mower, and I want to make sure I choose the right size and type based on the actual size of my lawn. I’ve seen a few online tools and guides that help "calculer surface" (calculate area), but I’m curious how most of you go about...
  27. A

    Another B&S 550EX in a Troy-Bilt TB110 push mower

    Greetings! New member here. A neighbor was gifted the above referenced mower; told me it started and ran fine for at least one lawn mowing (and many years with previous owner), then she filled with some bad/old gas and it hasn't worked since. I offered to go into it for her, believing with all...
  28. P

    Putting a riding mower drive belt back on.

    Hi, I have a Mountfield MTF 84H riding mower. Does anyone know the best way to put a drive belt that's come off, back on? Any suggestions welcome!
  29. G

    Triplex Hydro Reel Mower Parts Availability

    There is a 70” Gravely Triplex Hydro Reel Mower for sale locally. Are parts still available for this thing? I've experimented with a push reel mower on a small area of my lawn, and I like it. But my lawn is too big to mow with a push mower. This would fix that.
  30. T

    John Deer z425 mower, Briggs engine not charging

    I have replaced the alternator/stator, voltage regulator, ohm the wiring all check good, 32 Volts ac coming out of Stator, 1-3 volts dc coming out of regulator. any help? Briggs and Stratton 23hp vtwin
  31. D

    Snapper LT 125 Mower deck pin.

    Does anyone know what the part number for this bolt/pin is? There is suppost to be one on each side of the mower deck and it holds the back side of the deck up. I need to buy another one because the person that gave me the snapper mower lost one of the pins. Let me know if the picture of the...
  32. Skyford57

    Mower deck

    I bought a used Hustler Raptor 42 & former owner had a mulching “kit” installed by the dealer but I’ve noticed the brackets on my mower deck are different than the one in parts manual & attach by only 3 places not 4 connected to the height lever. The attaching bracket bolts are very long on mine...
  33. H

    installing a new engine on a Craftsman push mower.

    I purchased a new B&S 163 cc engine a few months ago, and I'm finally getting around to installing it. I don't know how to get the belt pulley off Can someone help?
  34. T

    T150 46 inch riding mower front end, steering loose

    Hello, This is my first riding mower so I’m learning a lot. We started using this in 2019. I don’t have a nice flat lot. We have 3 1/2 acres out in the country. Probably the majority of what I cut is flat, but the steering is used a LOT! There are many areas with angles/ruts/slopes that test...
  35. A

    Old Toro Push Mower - No Guts

    I've got an almost 30 year old Toro 20449 (GTS2 - SN:7901137) that doesn't seem to have the power it once did. I can't find an engine identifier anywhere, but it's a 5 hp Briggs. I bought it new and have only put and hour on so per year on it as I only use it to mow one hill. Even though the...
  36. H

    Hey! I have a problem unlocking the rear differential on my Craftsman Riding Mower.

    So. I have a Craftsman Riding mower and its rear differential won't unlock and I need to move it from where it currently is. But the rear differential will NOT unlock at all! it shifts and the neutral lock moves but doesn't work. Please help me quickly. Thank you!
  37. 67Camaro

    JD D140 Mower Parts Source

    Just wanted to know opinions concerning parts sourcing. I occasionally work on mowers and usually the focus is on the mower deck: spindles, pulleys, belts, etc. I've ordered original equipment replacement parts and parts from Amazon. I do not really see a difference and have not had any failures...
  38. 4

    Looking for information on a Ferris mower.

    New guy here. Does anyone know what the model was or have any information on a Ferris mower that is a 32” Stand on style with an adjustable seat? I have researched everywhere I can think and have not been able to find any information on what this mower is. Any information that anyone has would...
  39. garage_hacker

    Bolens G11XL mower deck question

    I'm looking at an older Bolens tractor with 11hp Briggs, tractor looks ok but it's missing the mower deck. Wondering if these tractors need a specific Bolens deck or if another brand could fit instead!?
  40. R

    Snapper RP217018BVE Walk Behind Mower

    I have this older Snapper that still starts on the first pull. I need to replace the drive belt. I also need to change the oil and air filter. Where should I go to find the parts? A manual I found online didn't tell me the kind of oil I should use. IIRC (not a sure thing at 83) I used 30W...
  41. T

    Bolen 500e 140cc mower engine wont run on its on gas.

    I have a 2012 year Bolens 500e 140cc lawnmower that will not start. It has a new plastic carburetor, airfilter, and cleaned out flushed has tank. The mower makes good spark but the only way to get it to run a few seconds is to put gas into the spark plug hole (will run for 2-3 seconds) or...
  42. B

    Vintage Dixon Mower Model 304

    I have a totally rebuilt Dixon mower for sale, whole or parted out. I got curious about these mowers, their propulsion system, and history and ended up restoring this 30". Shipping the complete mower is probably a reach but i would entertain parting it out for shipment that way.
  43. S

    Is it normal to see grease leakage on a self propelled mower transmission case?

    My transmission part number is 589600601. On the shaft that the wheels connect to, I see evidence of grease on over half of the outside of the black case. I'm not sure what signs to look for that the transmission might be on its way out.
  44. H

    honda mower with autochoke runs for 3-5 min and then stops?? i cleaned the carb and linkage.

    mower with autochoke runs for 3-5 min and then stops?? i cleaned the carb and linkage.
  45. C

    Mower attachments

    Does anyone have any suggestions on how to acquire a platform for a spray tank on the front of a 72 in. Scag? I asked the dealer but they apparently don't make any such attachment. Times like this I wish I had learned how to weld.
  46. T

    T150 46 inch riding mower front end loose steering problems

    Hello, I suddenly noticed a tightness in a specific point while turning the steering wheel. I raised it up and found one wheel connector to ‘axle’ problem. This is my first riding mower so I’m learning all about it! Please let me know of any other front end parts that I might need to look at! I...
  47. S

    Best Mower I Ever Owned

    Push mower built from 5 different mowers . Long before string trimmers and those weren't needed with this mower . It would suck tall grass / weeds from a fence . The only part new was the blade . The reason it worked so well was the deck was a donut looker , the blade missed the deck edge by...
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