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Do you know what the red grease is for? It is a "sticky" version of grease. Red = sticky. As in it doesn't flow. As in it doesn't move...

I wouldn't really call those gouges. More like deep scratches, and like you I have seen mowers run with far worse cylinders. I agree...

That fuse - heavily corroded terminals. Check pin fitment as in should be very firm to insert. Should see scratches from the female...

Ever tried working on a 0 turn? Are you good with small engines? Or have a truck and trailer when she breaks down? Is there a spouse...

Is this stored outside? Do you use a power washer on it? Do you have mice at your house? One circuit you need to check into. Figure...

You forgot to type, do NOT in front of that comment. All that will do it attract grit wearing out the parts sooner. Maybe spray...

Easy with the wire brush. Polishing/cleaning is what I was referring to.

Used some Lectra-motive cleaner on the grease and wire brushed the switch. Tested OK. Started right up. Now on to why it's throwing a...

Another opinion I see a perfect bore (for a mower). Have had many pushers with way worse gouges and piston rocking. Little smoking is...

Do you have mice at your place? Chewing wires....... Agree, must load test the battery.

Most likely the battery or a corroded cable connection from sitting. A multimeter will only measure the voltage potential, not the...

Rapid clicking when cranking engine usually indicates low battery. People often think their battery is good without ever using a...

Thanks to all the folks that have stuck with this issue and finally hammered it out (I hope). So far, knock on wood, everything has...

Hello Propflux01, The adjustable air gap spark testers have always been reliable and consistent. The bulb type "lighting up" ones have...

Yes, I have pulled the shroud and ensured no FOD in the cooling area. I had thought about ignition coils, but like previously posted...