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This is your engine Service Manual http://resources.kohler.com/power/kohler/enginesUS/pdf/19_690_01_EN.pdf see page 19 in troubleshooting section You have a fuel problem. Drain all fuel from tanks, lines, check fuel & air filters for replacement & all fuel lines for being completely clear &...

http://www.psep.biz/store/briggs_and_stratton_8-27hp_vert.htm $598.05 plus $7.95 shipping & handling https://www.google.com/search?q=B%26S+ENGINE+31P977-0575-E1&oq=B%26S+ENGINE+31P977-0575-E1&aqs=chrome..69i57.56330j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=31p977-0575-e1 Use Liquid Wrench penetrating oil, etc. & let soak 10 minutes on rusty bolts etc.

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If it takes a phone call to Tech Support to find a correct answer then that's what I'll do. I am by no means an expert, just a retired former mechanic both military & civilian that enjoys helping folks out. The experts on this Forum are Rivets, ILengine, bertsmobile1 & several others. I give GOD...

keakar, Gil from TUFF TORQUE Tech Support called me back with this information: K46AW fender controlled & K46BT pedal controlled are not compatible to be swapped.

I would return mower & purchase one of their diesel engine models, you'll be glad you did. My nephews dad has at least a dozen Kubota Diesels they use to mow all their properties & have been doing so for at least 20 years. They will not even talk about anything but Kubota mowers with Kubota...

Yes we do know, it is called common sense, use your brain between your ears. What I believe you're asking for is called shade tree mechanics, not found on this website. Each & every tractor has a model & serial number with an illustrated parts list with specific parts for that tractor, so do...

Remove Blower Housing, top of engine & screen, & remove dirt & crud from cooling fins on each cylinder by hand using a piece of coat hanger wire etc. & I prefer using a Shop Vac instead of a blower nozzle spreading debris around engine. Harbor Freight has a pack of tools able to get into tight...

Absolutely yes, call the Manufacturer at their number & ask for Tech Support. Call TUFFTORQ at 1-423-585-2000 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

Remove blower housing, screen & top cover over engine, & clean by hand & use a Shop Vac, Absolutely NO Water. Be patient & take your time cleaning all the dirt & crud from cooling fins on each cylinder & etc. That is why I suggested using a Shop Vac & a wire coat hanger etc. to remove crud from...

I purchased an Agri-Fab model 45-05303 tow behind broadcast spreader with pneumatic tires that works great. You can adjust & operate spreader from your tractor seat. Hopper holds one bag of 15000 square ft. fertilizer or seed. It took me about 30 minutes to fertilize yard using two 15000 sq. ft...

Remove battery from tractor & take to auto parts store to be load tested, should be of no cost to you. Let us know how it goes, thanks, Mark

Absolutely! You will not believe the amount of dirt & crud that needs to be removed, just do not use water, do it by hand.

My older son spent over $500 on battery powered lawnmower with 2 batteries a few years ago taking about 1 & 1/2 - 2 hours to mow his lawn having to swap out batteries. Shortly thereafter he called my younger son saying he could not finish mowing his lawn because both batteries were slowly...

https://www.google.com/search?q=USED+PARTS+FOR+SALE+ON+718+GRASSHOPPER&oq=USED+PARTS+FOR+SALE+ON+718+GRASSHOPPER&aqs=chrome..69i57j33.44701j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Look through these websites for your parts.

https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hpe/505ce8a8f870022d24be0e3c/front-wheel I know you're looking for used, have you tried local dealers or ebay, craigs list?

Try repairing yourself as I know if you take it back to HD they will probably send it out & you'll get it back in about two weeks. Or call local Echo repair shops or just drop in & take it in for quick repair or adjustment, letting them know you can't complete work without it. I just got off...

For Safety remove negative cable from battery. Check air gap at three windows on PTO clutch.

Shop at Dealers near you & look at Toro & Kubota, do your research online reading reviews & by all means if you are a Veteran ask if they will give you a discount on mower, parts, & service. Try them all out operating all controls & do not be in a hurry purchasing first time visiting business...

https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=44r677-0001-g1 How old is tractor & hours on meter? Date of purchase:

http://www.wfmfiles.com/download/manuals/SM2059%20(Apr-67).pdf see if manual helps, let us know how it goes, thanks, Mark

https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_riding_mower/parts look through these 1011's with your serial number so you can identify your tractor. you can contact them & have them send you information or manual. let us know how it goes, thanks, Mark

Possible engine overheating problem. When was the last time you removed blower housing & cleaned engine cooling fins? I use a shop vac, coat hanger wire etc. to remove dirt & crud from engine. Let us know how it goes, thanks, Mark Blower housing is cover on top of engine, cooling fins are on...

Have you checked air filter? https://www.greenpartstore.com/John-Deere-Model-X354-Lawn-and-Garden-Tractor-Parts.html...

https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_lawn_mower/parts locate your serial number on mower for parts. Yes I would check compression first, check for gas in oil by smelling dipstick for gas, use Honda OEM parts, replace spark plug, air filter, change oil & use a quality...

https://www.harborfreight.com/mini-tire-changer-61179.html My oldest son has a 2010 Simplicity Conquest with 125hrs. on 23 h.p. B&S Vanguard that my youngest son found, fixed up, & sold to his older brother back in September. We did everything except change the dry rotted tires. My younger son...

How often do you wash your mower? Disconnect your negative ground cable from battery & charge battery with 10amps overnight. If your battery has caps, remove & check acid level in cells, if low fill with distilled water before charging. Wear Safety Glasses! Use eyes & hands, you have a loose...

Run engine at full throttle all the time while mowing, read Operators Manual. See page 3.3 item 7 in operators manual. http://www.hustlermowers.co.nz/media/1324/hustler-x-one-operator-manual-605785.pdf Allow engine to idle for two minutes before going full throttle & engaging PTO clutch.

https://www.lawnmowerforum.com/threads/john-deere-fuel-treatment.56774/#post-343220

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Drain gasoline & refill with 93 octane gasoline with StarTron fuel treatment. https://www.google.com/search?q=STARTRON+FUEL+TREATMENT&oq=STARTRON+FUEL+TREATMENT&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l7.24195j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8...

Are you using 93 octane gasoline with Stihl brand 2 cycle oil? Also inspect air filter. Notice manual below states minimum octane rating of 89 or engine overheating & internal damage can occur, thus a higher octane rating will keep engine running cooler. That is why I run 93 octane gas in...

Be sure to check drive belt idler pulleys, bearings do fail inside these pulleys, Use OEM Husqvarna replacement parts on your tractor.

nelsonsam, I'm sure you'll find the professional landscape crew needed & enable you to get this burden off your shoulders. Let us know how it goes, thanks, Mark

You said you replaced drive belt, did you remove drive belt idler pulleys & inspect bearings for wear? I’ll bet idler pulley bearings for drive belt are shot & making noise, don’t forget to grease at fittings.

Post your model number from under seat beginning with 917.

Is 48798 OEM Scag ignition switch for your Turf Tiger? Why did you replace key switch? Check all wiring at switch & elsewhere making sure connections are tight & secure. Last resort, remove fuse box & look underneath for wires chafing, being loose, disconnected, etc. You may want to remove...

https://www.cubcadetpartsnmore.com/cub-cadet-service-manuals look at M48 Tank Service Manual & see if it helps.

https://www.dixiechopper.com/2/manuals&cat1=11&cat2=333 Check all wiring at backside of ignition switch for being loose, corroded, etc., make sure ground strap is tight, & check switch itself for being bad.

Either take it to a reputable dealer/shop for repairs or trade it in on a Toro ZTR. Either way, get rid of Ferris, compression is low.

Post Simplicity model number from frame, example: 2690814

Post complete model & serial numbers, thanks, Mark