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    J.D. E120 Snowblower attachment works very poorly

    So Deere has been putting computers and all these electronics all over the equipment. Killing the farmers and basically everyone that buys their over priced junk. When one part fails, costs thousands to get it going again. Stop buying Deere products. Make them hungry for our business. Maybe...
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    Kiawasaki FR651V oil cooler ?

    You can put three coolers on if you wish. Use Rolls Royce aviation turbine oil if you like. Just don't see much of a benefit, from my poor eyes. Just a mower engine.
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    Kiawasaki FR651V oil cooler ?

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    Kiawasaki FR651V oil cooler ?

    All of this is from Google using YOUR search words. As we will see, I captured every paragraph link and posted here for all to see. Notice the SOURCES on the right side of the screen grabs. None are credible.
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    Gas in oil

    Glad to hear she is running. Does this have a good paper fuel filter on her? Good clamps on both sides? New fuel line from tank to carb? Do you have an old fuel can with say maybe an open top? If so, get a new style spout. You can buy just a spout. Help keep trash and water out of your fuel...
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    Kiawasaki FR651V oil cooler ?

    Okay, got it. But there are a ka'-zillion mowers out there with say no oil filter or even full pressure lube. Talking about air cooled engines here. Oil needs to get hot, fast, and burn off any moisture in the crankcase. In cars quicker warm ups equates to better mpg. Mowers people don't care...
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    Kiawasaki FR651V oil cooler ?

    Someone please explain the benefit of an oil cooler?
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    Gas in oil

    What was the fix action? Dirty carb?
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    Loose wire engine wont start

    He should of been asking what that plug/bolt was for in his picture. Next to his engine numbers.
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    My Christmas Wish

    I nearly always stay out of your number 7 requests for help. Most people, well, they shouldn't even own a mower.
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    Merry Christmas everyone.

    No doubt. Enjoys the days boys. Happy Holidays from us to you and yours.
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    Billy Goat KD512SP - Leaf Vacuum

    If you find a video with your engine you are golden. Or look for shiny spots where springs could of resided. Like there is black paint missing from one small spec. Maybe a spring could of went there. Find the throttle plate. Move it with your finger. Listen for the revs to go up and down. A...
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    Billy Goat KD512SP - Leaf Vacuum

    Look up your engine on youtube. Should be a video of the springs you want. Take pictures next time so one doesn't forget where they go. Or maybe yours was missing??
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    Add A Low Fuel Light To Almost ANYTHING!

    Most people fill the tank, prior to mowing. Or when Joe Smith takes his 0-turn in for service, they hook the wires up to battery power. Or this new wonder light makes the tank leak and burns Mrs. Smith's house down WITH their shiny new mower. Danger Danger Willie. How are you going to see...
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    Kohler Courage 20---what beside main crank seal will quickly dump all oil from under engine?

    I know you are more than smart enough to skin this cat. Grind threads off the strap as to not over slam the threads and eventually warp the tank. Thread locker will help here. A strip of pipe insulation or foam double sided tape under the strap. Something to buffer the tank from movement. Weld...
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    Dies in 20 minutes CC30 H

    You guys having this fuel starvation issue. Recommend buying a new style, pain in the rump, fuel can. Those old ones with open tops slash missing caps got to go. All they do it let trash into your can passing it to your mower tank. Not to mention water and E-10 issues. Your can might be good...
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    Kohler Courage 20---what beside main crank seal will quickly dump all oil from under engine?

    Dude, plastic weld it up. If it was plastic that is. Did you get the replacement Rolls Royce part or what? LOL
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    Complete Re-wire

    You got mice or squirrels? You storing this out in the rain and such?
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    How do you prep your mowers for Winter storage?

    Think the fan deal might be overkill. Simple daily wind should suffice. Your mower so build it up if you like. As you are doing, build some kind of lean-to shed deal'io.
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    Toro Timecutter SS 4250 blade bearing noise

    Anti-sieze is your friend.
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    storing a riding mower for 1 to 2 years.

    o_O Got to do something about mice and rust just to name two. Plastic tank? I would fill her up with 2 stroke to the top. Just to keep the plastic from drying out. Boat style fogging oil in the cylinder/s. Or fill them to the top with SAE 30w. Just remember what you did last year or two as...
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    Good man. Got to crack some eggs to make an omelet. Take pictures with your camera not to forget where those pesky springs went LOL.
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    We all start someplace. Ask away if you need help.
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    How do you prep your mowers for Winter storage?

    I run in then fill tank 100% full with Sta-Bil Storage Formula and 100% unleaded. For me keeps the fuel lines from drying out over the winter compared to dry storage. Used to replace lines all the time. Little fogging oil in each cylinder. Wax the deck and apply used motor oil to the underside...
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    Well I relocated to a place, just about 100 ft elevation higher

    Agree with others. Not seeing high altitude yet.
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    Why not? More tools the better. If you don't like tools then more for me. I did agree with you by saying "Still cheap to pull the head. Probably needs de-carboning of the cylinder/s anyway."
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    FT730v-efi runs 12-15 minutes , then starts missing

    I hear you but how do you know? Have you used an IR or FLIR temp gun? Try a USB bore scoping tool. Pull a spark plug out and insert this into the bore. See what you can see. Or pull a head off when you can. Good luck with it. Take pictures if you tear into it and post them here.
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    Or use a cheap USB bore scope. Tug on the rope to lower the piston in the bore. Some you might not see the bore maybe. Still cheap to pull the head. Probably needs de-carboning of the cylinder/s anyway.
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    Heck ya', first troubleshooting thing on the list for all mowers. The ol' spark plug trick.
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    FT730v-efi runs 12-15 minutes , then starts missing

    Did you get it running proper?
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    Oh that one with the 3/4" ID hose. Thanks for jogging the memory LOL.
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    I'm At A Loss!!!

    Someone on your block must have a torque wrench. Got to be some gearhead down the road. Bring a 12 pack and make a new friend.
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    Briggs carb removal problem

    Pliers will take them off. 1/4" drive deep socket will too. Ain't the space program fellas'.
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    Delete

    How much do you have to mow?
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    E150 Electric storage

    Li batteries don't like being continuously charged. I would say top it off if you are done mowing for the season. Take it inside your crib for the winter. Top it off in the spring. Mow as normal.
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    When to replace your mower?

    Keep fixing yours. New isn't new anymore. Older machines are built better.
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    Tecumseh LV195SE lawn mower engine won't start.

    In every engine manual out there as a periodic maintenance item. Good job. Could cause low compression. Chunk of carbon holding a valve open. Valve seat out of the block from over heating. Compression release little too active, is that even a thing? Failing compression release. Poor valve...
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    Snapper Pro S200XT Oil Change Issue

    I got one of these. Cheap and easy. No pumping just hook it up and go.
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    Briggs carb removal problem

    Might want to CLEAN the entire block before removing that carb. All that grit can and will fall into the engine. At least take an old paint brush and knock some of that dirt mummy wrap down. Cooling fins I would bet need some love.
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    Briggs and Stratton alternate motor for Agrifab Lawn Vac

    Weld it back on. Clean the weld area. Grind away to clean fresh metal. Have it TIG or MIG'ed up. Grind away any welding slag and polish her up. Lots of tacks to control metal warpage. Good welder can fix this. This is a low RPM mower type engine. Reinstall it. Rotate it in some lube checking...
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    Loose wire engine wont start

    Boy, tough crowd. OP ghosted us.
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    21HP V-Twin Head Gasket Repair

    Also famous for OWNERS not doing maintenance of any kind. That is the real problem these engines face.
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    Briggs & Stratton XR 13.5 HP engine Carb jet

    Look up your engine number then the carb. HA jets should be in there. Many places online have parts lists for free.
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    Oil coming out fuel pump

    Six pages now. Is this running proper yet?
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    19 horse Briggs & Stratton will only run with choke half on

    OP checked out on us. Did you get this running?
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    Cub Cadet RTZ50 Stumbling Under Load

    Correct the fire hazard. And thanks for letting us know you got her fixed.
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    2023 Briggs & Stratton XR 13.5 - Bubbles in fuel...

    Put header wrap on the pipe and muffler. I would start there prior to adding any fans looking for more failures later. Lots of vibes and so on will kill those "Amazon" fans. One could even ceramic coat the muffler and pipe to keep heat inside the tubing.
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