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    Simplicity deck height adjustment motor

    unplug harness from rocker switch behind dash, brush dirt away with old toothbrush etc. at both connections, apply Dielectric Grease to rocker switch & reconnect harness to rocker switch & give her a try, also check attaching points at rear of deck.
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    D140 Will Not Start

    https://www.greenpartstore.com/Model-D140_c_685-5-3.html Test Seat & PTO switches with multimeter/...
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    Installing New Vanguard 28EFI No fuel pump ground

    https://www.vanguardpower.com/na/en_us/support/faqs/browse/what-is-the-direct-replacement-for-my-engine.html
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    Installing New Vanguard 28EFI No fuel pump ground

    https://www.vanguardpower.com/na/en_us/support/faqs.html https://www.vanguardpower.com/na/en_us/support/faqs/browse/electrical-schematic-wiring-diagrams.html
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    Honda HRC215 SDA - Mulching options?

    https://mercedpowersports.com/Shop-Online/Parts-Finder/honda-power-equipment/lawn-mower/all/hrc216/mulching-kit/2d450797-100a-49d4-89dc-989615133ab1 https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce896f870022d24be0cca/mulching-kit...
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    Smokes like a chimney

    https://www.google.com/search?q=SMALL+GASOLINE+ENGINE+STOP+LEAK&oq=SMALL+GASOLINE+ENGINE+STOP+LEAK&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRigATIHCAQQIRigATIHCAUQIRirAjIHCAYQIRirAtIBCTUyOTc2ajBqNKgCALACAQ&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 follow directions on bottle
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    Turning Radius

    Inspect all steering components,
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    New day / New problem

    https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/3rxa91yx5v-000247/craftsman-917203900-front-engine-lawn-tractor-parts
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    LA175 steering issues

    https://www.greenpartstore.com/John-Deere-Steering-Repair-Kit-GX21924BLE-KIT.html inspect steering shaft for replacement, grease all moving parts.
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    Can an I/C engine be identified from Model Type Code info?

    https://help.gardentractorspares.co.uk/help/bes/st3/132200-various.pdf absolutely an I/C engine https://www.sepw.com/parts-lookup/...
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    Briggs slipped valve guide.

    https://www.thepowerportal.com/ipls/ipl.htm?md=4076770229E1~_IPLURL_LO.pdf
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    2016 Hustler Raptor left side steering sluggish

    https://www.google.com/search?q=TROUBLESHOOTING+LEFT+SIDE+STEERING+ON+2016+HUSTLER+RAPTOR&oq=TROUBLESHOOTING+LEFT+SIDE+STEERING+ON+2016+HUSTLER+RAPTOR&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCTcwODQzajFqNKgCALACAQ&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    Honda GX 25 Tiller Starting Issue

    https://engines.honda.com/support-and-service/owners-manuals/gx25 Did you prime carburetor with bulb on carburetor, forget everything after gas is fine on your post, air in fuel system.
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    Lateral wheel movement on axle after bearing replacement?

    https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/6arex5it2a-000247/craftsman-917289283-front-engine-lawn-tractor-parts see steering section above, illustrated parts breakdown, spindle condition ? did you pack wheel hubs with wheel bearing grease? grease prevents moisture buildup in cavity of wheel hubs...
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    Honda hrx217 runs rough at idle

    https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+check+mower+blade+for+proper+balance+with+a+nail&oq=how+to+check+mower+blade+for+proper+balance+with+a+nail&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIHCAEQIRigATIHCAIQIRigATIHCAMQIRigATIHCAQQIRigATIHCAUQIRigATIGCAYQIRgV0gEJNjY2NjdqMGo0qAIAsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    John Deere 345- Kawasaki FD611V Water Cooled Engine

    https://www.google.com/search?q=kawasaki+fd611v+engine+REBUILD+KIT&newwindow=1&sca_esv=87522dea2824ff52&sca_upv=1&sxsrf=ADLYWIITMeDXFk9mWf2tR3wHxYgo-UrLEA%3A1715076375147&ei=F_05ZpHHCIz_p84P78CKmAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRrumwpfuFAxWM_8kDHW-gAkMQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=kawasaki+fd611v+engine+REBUILD+KIT&gs_lp=Egx...
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    h4514 Throttle cable 17910-758-010

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_lawn_tractor/parts parts for your H4514 above https://www.louisvilletractor.com/honda-17910-758-010.html
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    Vent plug damage, can't remove, help!

    try a short 1/4" extension...
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    Honda hrx217 runs rough at idle

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_lawn_mower/parts as you can see there are quite a few HR217's above, need complete numbers. absolutely yes carburetor may be culprit. I would replace spark plug, air & fuel filters, change oil, remove blade & clean, inspect...
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    Husqvarna rz 5426

    967003601 is model #, https://www.husqvarna.com/us/support/rz5426/ inspect belts https://www.husqvarna.com/us/support/search-results/?q=operators+%26+parts+manuals+for+967003601 see operators manual pages 24 thru 27, bleed air from hydrostatic system regularly, troubleshooting: unit moves slowly
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    Honda HR173

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/l/hpe/505ce429f870022d24bdbf03/hr173-pda-parts take a look at HR173's above
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    Husqvarna YTH18542 won't start

    Have battery load tested at auto parts store,
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    Honda HR215 K1 HMA carb issue?

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce40ff870022d24bdbd52/carburetor see original carburetor above for your mower.
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    Toro recycler with 7hp Briggs hard to start

    https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=104M05-0040-f1 https://bsintek.basco.com/BriggsDocumentDisplay/default.aspx?filename=qjmrDP0abqAl.79DteBc See pages 9 & 10 in manual above, engine specs. your engine intake & exhaust valves...
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    Honda HRX217TDA HELP!! GCV-190

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_lawn_mower/parts...
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