Recent content by johnmiles54

it might’ve been bypassed at the harness — maybe heat-shrinked or tucked back in. Sometimes the connector gets looped with a jumper wire too. Checking ohms like suggested is definitely the way to go. Thanks again for the help, everyone — I’ll post back once I dig into it

Yeah, that’s right — Simplicity was the backbone for a lot of those AC garden tractors. It’s wild how many near-identical twins there are across the brands once you start digging. And you're spot on about Briggs & Stratton owning Simplicity (and Snapper too). I think Husqvarna was under a...

Thanks for the tip! That’s really interesting — I hadn’t thought about using Roundup as a growth regulator. I’ve been struggling with nibble weed too, and if it’s even slightly more sensitive than the usual grasses, that could make a big difference. I’ll definitely give the reduced-strength...

Thanks for the details. Based on your description, it sounds like you're dealing with a starter that is engaging as soon as power is applied, even though the solenoid is properly connected electrically. Here's a clear, professional way to document or respond to this situation

Wow that image as my desire

I’d love to see everyone's striping work! It’s amazing how much of a difference good mowing patterns can make. I just laid some fresh stripes last weekend—I'll grab a pic when the light hits it just right. Let’s see those clean lines, folks

That's a smart way to use it! Making it last 5 years is definitely getting your money’s worth

Wow, great tips! You’ve covered all the essentials for lawn care. I completely agree—having the right tools really makes a huge difference. I’ve found that a garden rake is super helpful, especially when reseeding, as you mentioned. Also, the lawn aerator has been a game-changer for improving...