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| Cloud of smoke and loss of power | 7/1/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Crafstman 42" lawn tractor with 17 HP B&S engine (311707). Quite frequently when I am ...
A: From your Description, it Sounds like the Crankcase is Overfilled with Oil or the Crankcase ...
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| Ryobi 790r Trimmer | 7/1/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Hope you are well. You have been a great help to me in the past and am seeking your expertise once ...
A: 1st - Remove the Muffler and Inspect the Exhaust Port for Carbon Blocking the Exhaust Port. Check ...
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| Honda /GCV160 GOVERNOR | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: The engine revs to max when started. The throttle lever moves the butterfly valve but it does not ...
A: You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, ...
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| John Deere STX38 Lawn Tractor | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I need to replace the brake pads on this tractor. There are two 3/8" bolts that appear to thread ...
A: Have you Hit the Bolt Caps with a Hammer and Pin Punch Yet? Using a Pin Punch and 5 Pound Shop ...
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| John Deere Snowblower Model TRS 26 | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: This is not an engine problem, but perhaps you can help anyway. I need to remove the augers on the ...
A: No Worries. I Work on the Complete Equipment, Not Just the Engines. Usually, Heat and Plenty of ...
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| John Deere STX 38 | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I just received a STX 38. I just had it service. I changed the sparkle plug, fuel filter, oil, and ...
A: If this Engine is 20 Years Old, then it May have Point Set and Not Solid State Ignition. Send me the ...
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| stx 38 pto clutch | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: i just aquired a john deere stx38 yellow deck with a 12.5 hp kohler....the motor wont turn over. it ...
A: Remove the Belts and the PTO from the Engine. Then See if the Engine Turns. It is Unusual for the ...
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| Kohler separator plug to quiet noisy lifters | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Have you installed one of these? 24755135S Part no. , supposedly, it prevents air from building up ...
A: Sorry. I have Not Ever Used One. I have Found that Proper Maintenance and Using SAE 30 Synthetic Oil ...
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| 16 hp Kohler Command CV460 | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: My Kohler engine is shooting fuel out of the carb and flooding itself out. It was suggested to me ...
A: From your Description, it Sounds like the Carburetor Needle Valve is Not Seating Properly. 1st- I ...
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| Ford YT16H hydrastatic transmission | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Transmission stopped working. I have been searching for manual or breakdown of it to fix it. Have ...
A: Who is the OEM of the Transaxle? On the Transaxle is an OEM Identification Plate. Send me the ...
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| Honda Mower Problem | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a self propelled Honda lawnmower that I love but lately it has become a push mower rather ...
A: I Could Not Locate the Transaxle Model Numbers you Sent. I Sent Spicer an Email on Wednesday ...
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| Engine will not start when hot | 6/30/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a five horsepower Honda engine on an Excell model 2625 pressure washer that is fairly new (a ...
A: Run then Engine as Usual. When it Gets Hot and Will Not Start, then Check for Fire at the Plug. If ...
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| craftsman dyt 4000, wiring | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: this sounds insane, but I am in BIG TROUBLE! I borrowed my Dad's riding lawnmower, which is hard to ...
A: Go to this Site Addy, http://www3.sears.com/ and Enter the Model Numbers in the Upper Left Search ...
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| Tecumseh - No Spark | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: John, I have come upon a Sears 21" Reel Mower(536-81760 PE4) with a Techumseh(143-243042 ser 33620) ...
A: Most Times when the Engine has a Point Set the Condensor is the Cause for No Fire. Replace the Point ...
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| My engine doesn't run anymore | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a tecumseh OHH50-(68143F) 5.0 hp engine on my daughter's go cart. I had to replace the ...
A: Some have the Shut Off Valve and Some Do Not. The Breakdown Shows a Cut Off Valve and Does Not List ...
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| Craftsman Rider Drive Belt Replacement | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I am trying to take off the pulley to the mower blade so I can install the belt for the motion ...
A: Usually the Crankshaft Pulley Bolt is Turned Counter Clockwise to Loosen. I Suggest you Use Spray ...
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| loud muffler | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: John, I have a 10yr old 2500 series Simplicity (Massey) Tractor 1692493. It has a 12HP B&S I/C ...
A: From your Description it Sounds Like the Internal Baffles of the Muffler have Deteriated. The Part ...
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| lawn and garden tractor montgomery wards | 6/29/2007 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: i have a signature 2000 lite series lawn and garden tractor and need to get it fixed or find another ...
A: Most of the Signature mowers were made by MTD. Check for a sticker on the rear fender section or ...
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| My engine doesn't run anymore | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a tecumseh OHH50-(68143F) 5.0 hp engine on my daughter's go cart. I had to replace the ...
A: If you Pour Gas Into the Carburetor Throat and the Engine Runs and Quits, then Remove, Disassemble ...
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| montgomery wards signature 2000 lite | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: i have the above lawn tractor with all attachments but the tranny is busted do you know where i can ...
A: On the Transaxle is an OEM Plate. Send me the Information Off the Plate. With the Information, I can ...
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| B&S edger wont start | 6/29/2007 | BEN |
Q: my B&S edger wont start I clean carb, tank and still sometimes it trys to start for like 4 sec. ...
A: Oscar Here are some trouble shooting ideas. Most of the time, the possible causes and solutions will ...
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| B&S edger wont start | 6/29/2007 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: my B&S wont start I clean carb, tank and still sometimes it trys to start for like 4 sec. Please ...
A: Are the head bolts loose? Is the head gasket leaking? Is there and adjustment needle on the side ...
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| B&S Edger wont start | 6/29/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: my B&S wont start I clean carb, tank and still sometimes it trys to start for like 4 sec. Please ...
A: Did you Remove, Disassemble and Soak the Carburetor Overnight in Carburetor Cleaner (I Use Gunk). I ...
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| John deere drive belt problem | 6/29/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: I have recently aquired a older John Deere 48inch walk behind mower. It worked great for a few ...
A: The model number is written in great big letters on the side of the hood. The mower still has a ...
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| hydrostatic drive | 6/28/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: I have a '93 Grasshopper mower model #720K w/ 20hp Kohler. The mower has been sitting for over a ...
A: Someone released the pumps to move the "Hopper" when it was dead. Look for the hydro pumps, they ...
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| Kawasaki v twin engine on LX277 John Deere Tractor | 6/28/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: Engine starts and runs but has no power. When cutting blades are lowered for lawn cutting the engine ...
A: No!!!! You have a dead cylinder. Replace the plugs and see if it gets better. If it doesn't improve ...
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| Stihl FS85 trimmer will not rev up | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Stihl Model FS85 trimmer that will not rev up. It idles fine. If I try to rev it up it cuts ...
A: When the Muffler was Off, Did you Notice any Scratches or Gouges in the Jug or the Piston? What is ...
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| how do I remove the flywheel and output shaft on my BS 252707 | 6/28/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: I have what I believe to be a B&S model 252707 11HP engine(it came off of a craftsman lawn tractor, ...
A: If you are lucky you can turn the engine over. Soak the pulley with penetrating oil, Not wd40, real ...
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| pull rope and spring messed up on craftsman | 6/28/2007 | BEN |
Q: My pull rope broke on my craftsman 917.377190, so I took the top off and routed the string through ...
A: RIC Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. However, the ...
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| Lawnmower starts then stops | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a CraftsmanModel 917.383224 3.5 HP Mower. It has always been pretty reliable. However, this ...
A: From your Description, it Sounds like you need to Remove, Disassemble and Soak the Carburetor ...
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| Honda HRB215 | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have had this mower for at least 10 years. It has just started blowing oil out of the bottom of ...
A: You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, ...
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| PARTS | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I need belts, air filter and spark plugs for a Craftsman 15 HP IC GOLD riding mower. Model 402707. ...
A: You can Purchase the Parts you Require at your Local Small Engine Service Center or from Sears. You ...
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| Mower 46901X92A | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: John, Would you know where on the internet I could find a wiring diagram for this particular mower. ...
A: Is it Possible that the Model Numbers are 46901X192A? I have No Fiche for this Model Mower and Could ...
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| John Deere F525 | 6/28/2007 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: Paul. I have a John Deere F525 and need to replace the positive battery cable. It looks like i ...
A: Many times you have to remove both fenders as an assembly. Can you dis-connect both cable ends and ...
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| Lawnboy L21ZSM is lazy? | 6/28/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: So I've posted on two other sites with no answers. Either people don't know or they are on ...
A: Now we have the answer. You needed to seal around the seal. When I say "jacked up" the seal, I ...
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| kohler engine question | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: i have a kohler 14 hp cv14t engine on a scag 52 inch mower.serial # is 2419906954 spec no 1461.it is ...
A: Lets Start at the Beginning. You Have All the Safety Switches Jumper or Disconnected (whichever ...
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| Lawnboy L21ZSM is lazy? | 6/28/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: So I've posted on two other sites with no answers. Either people don't know or they are on ...
A: All posts on the coil need to be set the same. Here's what you need to do. Step 1. Move the ...
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| Craftsman Lawn Tractor | 6/28/2007 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: TRACTOR #917-256531 MOTOR 15.5 OHV 28N707 My Dad parked this tractor a couple of years ago due to ...
A: Great!!! I am Glad you are Mowing the Grass Again. Keep an Eye on the Frozen Pulley Though. It May ...
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| No spark | 6/27/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: My engine Briggs 295cc won't spark. What is the next step? Remove the flywheel and check the points? ...
A: Unless the engine is 20 years old or older it doesn't have points. It's a coil problem. If it is ...
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| Mower Stops Running! | 6/27/2007 | Paul The Truthmeister Clouse |
Q: Hey Paul, We have a John Deere STX 38. I was cutting my lawn yesterday.And the Mower stopped ...
A: Really the only place the flakes can come from is the PTO clutch its self. Leave the deck belt off ...
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