Recent content by Dexterb

When idling the pedal shaft shakes and clatters. If I push forward slightly on the pedal it reduces this activity, which simply seems to reduce tension on the pulleys and the belt. If I just hold the pedal tightly with my hand it stops clattering too. I replaced the worn drive belt and the...

I had this same problem. On my YTH22v46 it was the interlock safety switch on the lever itself (underneath the plastic dashboard thingy). I replaced mine for about $11 on Amazon - search for Stens 430-550 Interlock Switch. If that is the problem with your mower it might be worth looking into.

I had the same problem for several years on my 2015. Caused the bearing on the front tires to fail, requiring me to replace both tires. I finally bought a pair of LH/RH drag link arms for $35 on Amazon to replace the originals. The great thing about these are that I can adjust them for proper...

Here are three things to look into: - Both deck spindle assemblies - Idler pulley bushing - Mandrel pulleys (one attached to each spindle) Might be easier to remove the deck and kind of spin each one while things are quiet. Feel for play that shouldn't be there, or grinding, or things like that.