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https://www.partstree.com/brands/snapper/rear-engine-riding-mowers/ Scroll down & have a look at these. https://www.google.com/search?q=HOW+TO+TROUBLESHOOT+SNAPPER+RER+TRANSMISSION&oq=HOW+TO+TROUBLESHOOT+SNAPPER+RER+TRANSMISSION&aqs=chrome..69i57.37343j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

Rear axles need for anti-seize is a must, that includes removing wheel, spacers, washers, key. If not applied moisture will appear creating rust & after long term seizure.

Fresh gas, oil level on full mark, clean air filter, compression & spark, do you have a spark tester? https://www.google.com/search?q=spark+tester&oq=spark+tester&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i512l9.12977j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Remove battery & take to auto parts store & ask them to load test...

https://www.google.com/search?q= Watch videos & let us know if this helps, thanks, Mark

https://www.google.com/search?q=HOW+TO+REPLACE+DRIVE+BELT+ON+2005+LAWNBOY+MODEL+10865&ei=eWh5YbywOYyMwbkP4dyJuA8&ved=0ahUKEwj80LrT7OrzAhUMRjABHWFuAvcQ4dUDCA4&uact=5&oq=HOW+TO+REPLACE+DRIVE+BELT+ON+2005+LAWNBOY+MODEL+10865&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAMyBQgAEM0COgcIABBHELADOgQIIRAKSgQIQRgAUI6_BViU5AVgqYQG...

https://www.scag.com/manual-parts-list/ You will need to locate your Serial Number & have it handy...

StarTech, Young man watch your language when posting, if you do not have anything positive to say then do not post it. Quit badgering folks & act mature. This Forum is in the business of helping, aiding, & assisting folks. Thanks, Mark

https://www.tufftorq.com/tuff-torq-power-optimization/ My youngest son & I just performed above procedure in my older sons 2010 Simplicity Conquest 4x4 with 23h.p. Vanguard. Rear transaxle K664C would not move in reverse. After removing deck, inspecting drive belt, idler pulleys, fluid level...

Post transaxle make & all numbers from sticker. https://www.ccpartsnmore.com/cub-cadet-service-manuals Scroll down page & click on LTX Models for Service Repair Manual, see sections 5 & 6.

Just a suggestion, take it to your dealer. Certified Technicians will probably use a scanner & laptop, etc. to troubleshoot & repair.

With help from above my wife & I have been Blessed.

Good job John, glad you got her going. On a positive note $828 is not bad at all. I know what you mean about not being able to perform certain tasks, I'm in the same boat with health issues. The money you well spent is keeping a business open & employees paid. Congradulations John on keeping...

Thanks Men, my son paid the gentleman & brought the tractor to the house so I could service it for him & have something for me to do. I'm 68 retired & enjoy the work. My wife keeps me in line. Our youngest son that has the tractor lives south of us & works from his home, travels, & flies a drone...

My son found a 2006 Simplicity Conquest on facebook a week ago Thursday in Atlanta. Conquest has 98.3 original hrs. on her & has never been serviced. Original owner was selling machine for a very reasonable price so we checked the oil on dipstick first, half way from full mark, air filter...

https://www.google.com/search?q=MANUAL+FOR+SNAPPER+25659E&oq=MANUAL+FOR+SNAPPER+25659E&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i160l2.80655j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Look through these websites. https://www.partstree.com/brands/snapper/rear-engine-riding-mowers/...

Yes.

https://www.searspartsdirect.com/mo&del/6fntvkn4xw-000247/craftsman-917273638-front-engine-lawn-tractor-parts Remove deck & see if you have two bolts & nuts, one on either side of steering gear. If so, loosen nuts & push gears closer together & tighten them. Grease gears both sector & pinion...

Brushing anti-seize compound on rear axles is most often overlooked. Use jack stands for Safety. Remove hubcap & hardware, wheel, spacers, key, etc. until you're down to axle shaft. Apply anti-seize compound with small brush covering axle completely. If you see any rust you may want to remove it...

I'm pretty sure a Small Engine Tech School with Instructor would want a project like yours for learning, meaning no labor charge you just pay for the parts.

https://www.amazon.com/Briggs-Stratton-272144-Vanguard-V-Twin/dp/B002WNY1QM/ref=asc_df_B002WNY1QM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198060922766&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17364298867967558177&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1015319&hvtargid=pla-338411348548&psc=1 This...

https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_power_equipment_lawn_mower/parts Scroll down to bottom of first column. Either PDA,SDA, or SXA, you may have to look at individual parts like transmission, carburetor, air filter, etc. ,

Did you install new Kohler OEM carburetor specific to your engine?

Locate a riding mower junkyard in your area for parts.

https://www.google.com/search?q=HONDA+HRR216+REAR+WHEELS+LOCK+UP+WHILE+MOWING+IN+FORWARD+POSITION&oq=HONDA+HRR216+REAR+WHEELS+LOCK+UP+WHILE+MOWING+IN+FORWARD+POSITION&aqs=chrome..69i57.88618j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Have your son read/scan through these sites then for Safety remove spark...

Install pin in smaller hole first then using punch & ball peen hammer drive through until flush. You may have to use pliers or vise grips to start into smaller side hole. I believe you may have to remove piece from sprocket, probably sheared off small piece still inside. I would spray some...

https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=294777-1035-e2 https://www.google.com/search?q=B%26S+PART+807744&oq=B%26S+PART+807744&aqs=chrome..69i57.21684j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 They are not cheap but worth it to get OEM B&S part...

Kubota gas & diesel are worth taking a look at.

https://www.ccpartsnmore.com/cub-cadet-service-manuals

http://www.the-mower-shop-inc.com/front_mount/725dt6/2015/725dt6_2015.aspx Are you mowing sod type turf grass or the other, uneven ground with exposed roots, weeds, etc.?

https://www.dixiechopper.com/owners-manuals/ See page 25 item 16, use your mind & fabricate, I'm sure you'll come up with an idea.

https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=303447-1319-e1 Unplug alternator beside starter should be two wires, have multimeter ready to check voltage at alternator wires after starting engine, throttle up voltage should be 30 volts AC...

https://www.google.com/search?q=MODEL+%23+FOR+CRAFTSMAN+PUSH+MOWER+7.25+PLATINUM+163CC&oq=MODEL+%23+FOR+CRAFTSMAN+PUSH+MOWER+7.25+PLATINUM+163CC&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i22i29i30l4.79802j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Read through these websites. Your model # is 37471

You tell us after you find the problem, like I said above be patient taking your time looking over everything PTO related using your eyes & hands & pages 8 & 9 in parts manual.

With tires aired up to specs. & mower on level concrete pad use a straight edge & take measurements both sides & let us know what you get, thanks, Mark Also have you called Tech support regarding issue?

https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/manualsearchresults See pages 8 & 9 in illustrated parts breakdown, it is a manual PTO. Check & see if item 47 with part # 732-04276A is hanging loose or missing. If spring extension is there use your eyes & hands making sure all parts are tight & secure...

https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/manualsearchresults Your tractor model # is 13AV60KG011 You need to adjust your valves, locate engine information below. https://www.kohler-engine-parts.opeengines.com/index.php?main_page=document_general_info&products_id=34596

https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/5j3ppzpnjo-000247/craftsman-247289020-front-engine-lawn-tractor-parts https://www.google.com/search?q=CRAFTSMAN+MANDREL+918-04822B&oq=CRAFTSMAN+MANDREL+918-04822B&aqs=chrome..69i57.37399j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Do not pay $94.99 for mandrels, shop for...