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I have been having problems with my deck height for many months. I have to cut my grass on the highest (6) setting. I have tried to adjust the height on the left hand side but all this does is make the deck uneven. Anyway I looked at the parts list from the manual and it appears I am missing the...

Hopefully final update.....my mower guy has re-evaluated his assessment of the damage and says he can actually fix it. It appears that the only broken bit was the cam gear. He said he has to replace a push rod that was bent and a new compression part (no sure of technical correct terms). With...

Further update....after extensive inspection the mower mechanic says that the engine has significant damage caused by some internal parts breaking and damaging the cylinder (plus other parts). He suggested that it was not worth repairing as it would be less expensive to get a new...

Update:--- I had a mower expert come out and look at my machine. It has a camshaft issue (he thinks the ACR) which needs replacing. He has taken it away for repair. I'll found out the full extent of the repair once he has taken it apart for further inspection. He thinks it will be about $350...

Bertsmobile1 - it is a Briggs & Stratton engine

I really appreciate the help guys....I'll look at the suggestions you have made and report back. Bertsmobile1...According to the Operators Manual my lawn mower is as follows: Craftsman Model 917.28851 - Repair Parts Manual says 917.288512 21.0 HP 42" Mower Electric start Automatic...

My mower suddenly stopped while working in the yard. (Grinding noises were heard prior to the stopping) After checking the engine for leaks and cleaning various parts the mower will not turn over now unless the spark plug is removed. I charged up the battery and it is fully charged. Any...

Rivets Prior to starting your instructions I took the deck off the mower and cleaned (power washed) it and checked the blades (they are not bent) I went through the steps as suggested. (Thanks for the details) No problems but no real positive results. My deck still "leans" slightly to one...

Rivets...thank you for the walk through.. I will be attempting to go through the step by step instructions you suggested this weekend. I'll keep you informed how it goes.

Apologies the number is 917-288512

Tires pressure is correct on all 4 tires.

I have a 917.28512 42" Craftsman mower (bought in 2011). I am trying to level the deck but cannot seem to get one side the same height as the other side. I have looked at various videos on how to adjust the deck but none have worked for me.....I can adjust the link on the left hand side to...

I am new to this forum and would appreciate any help from the members: I have a Craftsman 21HP, 42" cut, Electric Start, Automatic Transmission, Model No:917.288512. It is just over 2 years old and has been working great..........However after cutting my front yard I got a call from my next...