Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)/hard to shift

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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 7/2/2007


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I have a Sears T-1000 riding lawn mower.  It is almost impossible to shift gears.  When I depress the clutch/brake pedal, the lawnmower doesn't stop.  It just keeps going like it is in neutral.  Depressing the pedal doesn't make it any easier to shift either.  Could the clutch be out of adjustment, and if so, how do I adjust?

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Hello Richard:

There are Severa Possible Causes for this. However, the Numbers you Sent me are the Series Model. Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. They are the XXX.XXXXXX Numbers I Require. The are Usually Under the Seat on the Seat or the Frame. Thanks.

Respectfully

John

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John C. Bridgers Sr.

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Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

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I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

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Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.

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I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.

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