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    Engine swap wiring unknowns

    http://www.kohlerengines.com/engines/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_2339_d.pdf
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    Cub Cadet Electrical Help

    Start at page 71 in your Service Manual below after locating your model. https://www.ccpartsnmore.com/cub-cadet-service-manuals https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/prior-year-models/slt1550-cub-cadet-riding-lawn-mower/13AQ11BP756.html When looking for OEM Cub Cadet Parts google part # example: PTO...
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    Jacobsen 72" Turfcat High Tunnel Mower Deck

    https://www.jacobsen.com/manuals/4307680_915_b.pdf See pages 84 & 85 for blades in manual above. Check air pressure in tires.
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    Badboy Outlaw FX850v

    https://www.kawasakienginesusa.com/sites/default/files/manuals/99920-2297-01_fx850v_english_spanish.pdf See page 13 in manual above.
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    Does any one know were i can sell my kubota b5200 mower ?

    Craigslist your area, local or town newspaper, your front yard.
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    Vanguard question

    https://www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup Click above & give Generac a call at # bottom left of page.
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    Troy-Bilt 13027 scheme

    https://support.troybilt.com/s/article/338-1?language=en_US Enter Model & Serial #'s then click Manuals, wiring schematic should be in Operators or Parts Manual. Let us know if this helps, thanks Mark
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    Synthetic oil in small engines

    https://www.google.com/search?q=USING+SYNTHETIC+OIL+IN+SMALL+GAS+ENGINES&oq=USING+SYNTHETIC+OIL+IN+SMALL+GAS+ENGINES&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i299l2.45509j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    Hustler Flip up mower will not flip up

    https://www.robertsonequipment.com/departments/our-parts-department/hustler-manuals/ Locate your Model # & read through Operators Manual above, pages 3.4 - 3.5 regarding flip-up. Let us know if manual helps, thanks Mark
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    tuff torq hydrostatic transmission

    https://www.lawnmowerforum.com/threads/servicing-tuff-torque-transaxles.57317/ Post model & serial #'s of tractor, manufacturer John Deere, Cub Cadet, etc. how many hours on tractor? Have you removed deck & inspected drive belt & idler pulleys for replacement?
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    R419tsx ride on mower won't start after winter

    Remove battery & have Oreillys Auto Parts load test battery at no cost to you. I believe your new battery may be bad. Check date on new battery & ask them to test battery before heading home. Keep us informed, thanks Mark
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    MTD/Huskee Lawn Tractor starting issue

    Remove battery & take to Oreillys Auto Parts for load test at no charge, report back. thanks, Mark
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    Should I buy another Honda?

    https://www.google.com/search?q=honda+lawnmowers&oq=HONDA+LAWNMOWERS+&aqs=chrome.0.69i59j0i512l9.22272j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8...
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    Jacobsen vintage manor starter assembly

    https://www.google.com/search?q=REWIND+STARTER+FOR+VINTAGE+JACOBSEN+2+STROKE+MOWER+ENGINE&oq=REWIND+STARTER+FOR+VINTAGE+JACOBSEN+2+STROKE+MOWER+ENGINE&aqs=chrome..69i57.48310j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    Cheetah II Coils

    Do you use water on engine for cleaning etc.? Outside under cover?
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    Fluid change using expansion tank.

    https://www.google.com/search?q=FILTER+%26+FLUID+CHANGE+PROCEDURE+HYDRO+GEAR+ZT2800&oq=FILTER+%26+FLUID+CHANGE+PROCEDURE+HYDRO+GEAR+ZT2800&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i10i160l2j33i299l3.94439j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    Snapper Big Six

    Remove engine cover & post all numbers from sticker, plate, or stamped into blower housing etc. Model xxxxxx, Type xxxx, Trim xx, Code xxxxxxxx.
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    Snapper Big Six

    https://www.google.com/search?q=ENGINE+COVER+FOR+SNAPPER+BIG+SIX+6HP&oq=ENGINE+COVER+FOR+SNAPPER+BIG+SIX+6HP&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i160l2.55362j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Look through above,
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    B&S EXI 625, 725, and 875 compatibility?

    Post Model xxxxxx, Type xxxx, Trim xx, Code xxxxxxxx from original engine sticker, plate, or stamped on engine. Thanks, Mark What is wrong with original engine & how many H.P.?
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    Troy-Bilt 14AA80TP766 Big Red Horse (2007) with a Briggs Intek VTwin 23HP---Problem

    https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/manualsearchresults https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/prior-year-models/big-red-horse-troy-bilt-garden-tractor-/14AA80TP766.html?d=t#/s/TRB/14AA80TP766///1/y https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/prior-year-models/big-red-horse-troy-bilt-garden-tractor-/14AA80TP766.html?d=t#...
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    Tuff Torq K57 Transmission

    Three hundred hours is just broken in. Remove deck & inspect drive belt & idler pulleys for wear. Use B&S OEM Parts. Let us know how it goes, thanks Mark
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    Won't start when hot

    https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=111P02-0112-f1 Slovakian language manual above Have you replaced fuel & air filters?
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    Won't start when hot

    Engine cooling fins clean under blower housing? Post engine Model xxxxxx, Type xxxx, Trim xx Code xxxxxxxx from engine plate, sticker, or stamped on engine.
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    Won’t go up hills / wheels don't turn but shutter

    https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/34ve37se63-000247/craftsman-917270812-front-engine-lawn-tractor-part Have you replaced Idler Pulleys for Ground Drive Belt? Item #'s 38 & 47 ? Check axle shaft keys? Use OEM Parts If all checks out: Disassemble transaxle inspect parts for replacement Let us...
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    Cannot find oil drain plug

    https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=124702-0166-01
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    am i losing my "knack"?????

    https://www.google.com/search?q=magnifier+with+light&oq=MAGNIFIER+&aqs=chrome.3.0i271j69i57j0i512j0i433i512l2j0i512l2j0i10i512j0i512l2.21162j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Do you own magnifier work light for overhauling carburetors etc.?
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    Does Husqvarna Support even exist?

    Email Husqvarna with Model & Serial #'s from all equipment explaining your problem in detail, let us know how it goes, thanks Mark...
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    Mower no start

    Take a deep breath, remove battery & have it tested at Auto Parts Store for free & report back. Preferably I use Oreilly's Auto Parts, Oreilly's has an in drawer battery tester that tests cells etc. before load testing battery. It will spit out a ticket if battery is bad,
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    B&S Vanguard VTwin Correct Head Gasket

    https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/results.multiStepManualSearch.html?searchrequested=303447-0131-01 Just engine specific information.
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    2006 Hustler Mini Fastrack with Honda engine

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/c/honda_engines_gxv_series_gxv530/parts Locate your Engine Specific from website above for gaskets, seals, parts etc. Remove blower housing & clean engine by hand, no water. Especially air vanes at both heads for engine cooling...
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    New kohler engine head gasket repairs.

    Sounds like you are busy doing Warranty work for Kohler. I guess their Quality Control Dept. is aware of both issues you mentioned, thanks for sharing smalltimerpm , Mark
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    Briggs & Stratton engine on Toro 20330 has rod knock

    https://www.toro.com/en/parts?SearchText=20330&SelectedFilterByOption=equipment Post Model xxxxxx, Type xxxx, Trim xx, & Code Numbers xxxxxxxx from B&S Engine. With engine cold, adjust intake & exhaust valves to specs. in Operators Manual...
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    oil change

    https://www.google.com/search?q=PROCEDURE+FOR+REPLACING+TRANSAXLE+FLUID+%26+FILTERS+HUSQVARNA+MTZ52+MOWER&oq=PROCEDURE+FOR+REPLACING+TRANSAXLE+FLUID+%26+FILTERS+HUSQVARNA+MTZ52+MOWER&aqs=chrome..69i57.164767j1j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#ip=1 Let us know how it goes, thanks Mark
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    Mower no start

    Check oil level on dipstick, adjust as needed. Clean all electrical connections & apply a small amount of Silicone Dielectric Grease to all connections. Fresh air, gas, good spark & compression are needed for engine to start. Remove battery & have auto parts store load test battery, should be of...
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    Oil gusher

    https://www.google.com/search?q=B%26S+ENGINE+BLOWING+OIL+OUT+DIPSTICK+TUBE&oq=B%26S+ENGINE+BLOWING+OIL+OUT+DIPSTICK+TUBE&aqs=chrome..69i57.57553j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    Toro 721 carburetor issues

    https://www.toro.com/en/parts/partdetails?id=38130&iid=419758&pid=465140
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    What Else Do I Do to Pull Upper Housing?

    https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/5lg2rejr8d-000247/craftsman-358797200-gas-leaf-blower-parts Safety First: Go with your gut taking your time.
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    B&S Ignition problems

    Is equipment kept inside shed etc.? Is flywheel rusty or clean? Post Model xxxxxx, Type xxxx, Trim xx, Code xxxxxxxx numbers from engine & part # from new coil & spark plugs, thanks, Mark
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    Honda HRR2166VKA gear lube fpr transmision

    https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/l/hpe/505ce4caf870022d24bdc99c/hrr216k6-vkaa-parts https://www.google.com/search?q=honda+08208-hst02+hydrostatic+fluid&oq=HONDA+08208-HST02+HYDROSTATIC+FLUID&aqs=chrome.0.0i512j0i390l3j69i60l2j69i61.48562j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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    1025R Tractor weak hydraulics

    https://www.google.com/search?q=JD+1025R+TRACTOR+HYDRAULICS+ARE+WEAK&oq=JD+1025R+TRACTOR+HYDRAULICS+ARE+WEAK&aqs=chrome..69i57.49829j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Let us know if above helps, thanks, Mark
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    Stihl BG86C Leafblower (2016)

    https://www.google.com/search?q=HOW+TO+REMOVE+FUEL+TANK+ON+2016+STIHL+BG86C+LEAFBLOWER&newwindow=1&sxsrf=AJOqlzWn9GGdnv22eg00k4MwwB8PSX_xgg%3A1675328607796&ei=X3zbY7GmMJXgxgG904ngBQ&ved=0ahUKEwjx0bK0vfb8AhUVsDEKHb1pAlwQ4dUDCBA&oq=HOW+TO+REMOVE+FUEL+TANK+ON+2016+STIHL+BG86C+LEAFBLOWER&gs_lcp=Cgxnd...
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