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    Oil filter options for the Yamaha engine?

    Look for oil filter specification charts. Match the filter thread. Lots are 3/4-10 UNC, but not all. Then match the by-pass pressure rating Then match (or improve on) the micron rating of the filter material
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    Scag Tiger Cub Ruins Batteries

    That's the whole question in a nut shell. Sometimes I'll place an analog 10A meter between one battery terminal and the cable. Any shorts will peg the meter. Of course you need to be able to break that connection before you burn up the meter!! But you can sure save a lot of fuse replacement...
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    Exmark engine oil substitute

    Rotella is a diesel engine oil. Initially, the "zinc package" (to benefit camshafts) was removed from auto oils because of the catalytic converter on newer cars. But diesels don't have the 'cat', and so the zinc remained. However, the newest diesel oils no longer have the zinc package either. So...
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    Mantis 7222M Small Tiller, Gas Leaking from Tank vent line?

    The vent should allow air into the tank, without allowing any deadly, baby whale killing fumes out. And BTW, that leaking gasoline is why we don't have dinosaurs any more. The thin black piece you noticed inside is the "flapper valve" that does the one-way breathing.
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    Scag Tiger Cub Ruins Batteries

    You'll want to perform Slomo's test 2 ways: key OFF and key ON. And maybe a third way if you turn on any accessories while you mow. For instance if you run a car radio, then you'll need a third test: radio OFF and radio ON. The charging circuit is generally the only thing connected to the...
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    SRM-225 Getting shocked

    Frankly, I'm shocked !
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    voltage regulator

    Sorry, but this information is not true. First... A "12V battery" is 12 volts in name only. Really good ones are up around ~12.8V, and the thing is useless by the time you get down to ~12.2 volts. So if you see a 12V battery with only 12.0V, get ready to drive down and get a new one...
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    Blade won’t engage Lawn boy 10533

    Yes, there is a brake... but on most walk-behind mowers the blade is directly coupled to the crankshaft, so the brake stops the blade by stopping the entire engine. (I believe your mower fits into this category.) I suggest you disconnect the spark plug wire (for your safety) and then look under...
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    Craftsman Mower unable to start

    The Intake will be black to neutral. The Exhaust will be the same color as the spark plug.
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    2013 JD X320 w/ FH661V

    Here's my ideas.... Stop the Seafoam. It's not doing anything good for your engine. If you must use an additive, try StarTron. Stop washing the engine! If you want the mower clean, then use a leaf blower. The top of the deck DOES need to be clean to save the belts and allow the deck to breathe...
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    Remington dies

    You can test it by removing the cap, and trying to suck/blow through the vent. It should open easily at 1 psi in both directions. Several ways to fix... Take compressed air and blow into the fuel cap from both directions. The flapper valve inside is simply covered with crap from the ethanol...
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    Honda GCV 160 A1AE carb issues

    What he meant was "dilution". When this event happens, gas can enter the crankcase, then dilute the engine oil, and then, due to greatly reduced lubrication... the engine burns itself up. Pull the dipstick and smell the crankcase. If there is ANY doubt, change the oil before running the engine.
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    Craftsman Mower unable to start

    It does sound like the compression release is not working due to valve adjustment.
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    Big Dog Rex 34"

    When I bought my first ZTM, a Hustler 34" Dash, the salesman pointed over to a Big Dog and said something to the effect that it was the exact same as the Hustler, except loaded with accessories... and $1000 more. From this I took it that it was a division of Hustler, but I never researched it...
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    LawnMachines 300e Mower won't start-- Choke?

    The place to start with any engine you don't know the full history and age is all new fuel. Then the traditional: fuel, fire, and compression.
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    HG 2800 pumps question. Please.

    I'm not an expert on these pumps, but I know they are variable flow pumps with extremely tight tolerances and they won't endure much abuse... like low/no fluid. I'm glad you're happy, but again I'd be saving that paperwork to prove the pumps weren't right when they left the dealer. Just don't...
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    Briggs & Stratton Blowing Smoke

    Third Question: If there is no ethanol present, IOW only gasoline, then exactly what would the "stabilizer" be stabilizing ?
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    Problems Tapping/reaming new spark plug hole

    1) I have done this job dozens of times. • If the plug blew out, then most of the threads are gone and THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH THREADS remaining to engage. • In your case, the cyl head has to come off so that you can tap from the INSIDE going in the reverse direction. • Due to the need for the...
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    Blades hitting discharge chute

    Drop the deck and turn it over. Often times when the deck has center-punched a stump or other immovable object, the front will be pushed back, and thus inward. This draws in the metal from the sides of the deck. The metal on the discharge side will be drawn in to a greater extent because (due to...
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    All go - NO MOW

    I There are 2 systems to activate the blade(s)... A lever that tightens the belt, so that the belt engages the blade(s) A belt that is always under tension, and an electric clutch that engages the blade(s) You have the latter system
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    UPDATE: SOLVED! Only runs if tank 1/2 full +?? Carb problem?

    Two ways we can answer this.... That's exactly the way I felt. Stop groping those filters before installation.
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    Stuck Gravely ZTR 152 Commercial

    Congratulations on freeing the mower ! A very high percentage of the weight is placed on the drive wheels, so you've REALLY got to watch what the ground under them is like. Anything approaching moist is typically a no-no. Watch yourself around lakes and ponds. Just because it's firm enough to...
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    UPDATE: SOLVED! Only runs if tank 1/2 full +?? Carb problem?

    Don't pat yourself on the back too fast. You forgot to ask "Why?" Why is the filter clogged ? I've owned a TroyBilt with a Honda engine for 17 years. The filter is not clogged on it. What I'm saying is that the clogged filter is merely a Symptom of another problem. Unless you fix the real...
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    Briggs & Stratton Blowing Smoke

    Correct !! But... The float needle does not need to go "bad" for this to happen. There could be a bit of trash in the fuel system holding the valve open. Either way you'd get the same result. I must type this 15 times a week.... You need to install a fuel filter to remove all the trash in...
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    Continuous issues with fuel leaks on Tecumseh carbs!

    The actual gasoline level should never come up to the FB gasket. The gasket is there to stop "splash" only, NOT to be submerged in fuel.
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    All go - NO MOW

    Your electric PTO clutch has stopped. It could be lots of things... You need to put a VOM on the leads to the clutch and see if there is power. If "Yes", then the clutch itself is probably bad. If "No", then the safety interlock may be holding it back. (e.g. Maybe the system thinks you are not...
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    Cub Cadet i1046 Front Wheel Axle

    Looks like you need to be injecting a squirt of high quality chassis lube into those Zerk fittings once a month. "Pay me now or pay me later."
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    Wet plug

    I suspect you got some water on the air filter or into the fuel tank as you were cleaning. Small amounts of water (1/4 teaspoon) may be keeping the engine from getting gas, which in turn keeps it from running. It's great that you know how to remove the float bowl. But you need to always pour...
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    HG 2800 pumps question. Please.

    That's the VERY best way to deal with this. Then if the drives give up, at say 100 hours, then you got this complaint and return repair on record. Otherwise, with no documentation of this disorder, the dealer may be wanting you to pick up the bill if there is ever a major problem in the future...
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    Craftsman T1400 Lawn Tractor suddenly wont start

    If you have an Ohm meter or a VOM, then unplug the wire you were telling us about. That wire grounds out the ignition system to kill the engine, via the ignition switch. Take a resistance reading between the unplugged wire end and any bare spot on the engine housing. That meter reading should...
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    Disabled vet needs help on a D140

    There are air-filled motorcycle seats that are orthopedic quality that are sold under the Air Hawk name. Find these on Amazon. There are also air-filled cushions for deer hunters sold at big box outdoor stores, like BassPro. Since air is the perfect spring, these may give you more relief.
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    Stuck Gravely ZTR 152 Commercial

    There are starter safety interlock switches on the seat, parking brake and op levers. If one of these got choked with mud it would tell the starter not to operate. Of course, when pulling... pull in-line with the mower wheels.
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    31707 0129 E1 Runs for a few seonds, then dies

    Friend, I think you are assuming WAY too much. He says he is 1) spraying the carb cleaner and 2) trying to start it. To me that says the carb is NOT disassembled. If he'd like to share more detail I'm willing to listen. But until he does, that's my assessment. I only know what he tells me.
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    New Super Recycler sputtering issue.

    If you touch it the dealer may say they are not responsible. Take it back to the dealership.
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    Stuck Gravely ZTR 152 Commercial

    Release the parking brake. Use common nylon tie-down strap(s) to attach to the frame in 2 places. This will keep from scratching the frame, and cut the force applied to any part of the frame by half. Attach the winch to the strap. Don't pull it any further than it takes to free the mower...
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    Disabled vet needs help on a D140

    I have the same land and back issues. The sidewalls on most mower tires are so stiff that lowering the tire pressures is not go to help you that much. Besides, most mower tires are only inflated to ~12psi anyway. It may help a little, but it won't really fix the problem. 1. First place to...
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    31707 0129 E1 Runs for a few seonds, then dies

    Carb spray is not some kind of magic, wonder juice. It does NOT work miracles by being near the carb or sprayed into the carb. You must completely disassemble the carb. When the carb is completely disassembled, and spread all over your work bench, THEN you can use it to spray down various holes...
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    My fuel tank expanded now it’s loose inside it’s holder.

    No, the person who forgot to open the breather valve caused this.
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    What causes valves to get out of adjustment

    Suggestion: You'll want to check your adjustments again in (say) 10 hrs. You should NOT see any changes from where you set them. That would prove the issue comes from no maintenance by the PO, rather than some type of engine damage.
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    Fuel line routing.

    I can help you. Don't allow the fuel line close the muffler or to be scuffed by the rear tire.
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    My fuel tank expanded now it’s loose inside it’s holder.

    Yes. Buy a new tank.
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    Changing pull start to electric start question about charging battery

    IMHO, 3A should be fine if you run your mower for the usual 1+ hour of mowing per week. The weakness in these low rate, unregulated systems is that there's no way to raise the charge rate when the battery gets in a low state. But there are things you can do that will insure a much higher...
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    Exmark Quest 42" - Intermittent hesitation when trying to move

    I'm not totally familiar with your mower, but usually there are 2 belts... 1 for the blades and 1 for the drive. Save yourself an extra trip and simply buy both. Hope this helps.
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    31707 0129 E1 Runs for a few seonds, then dies

    And did he leave ANY ethanol fuel in the fuel system over the winter ? I suspect the old fuel has clogged the jets. The engine is cranking because the choke FORCES fuel up from the float bowl, but when the choke turns OFF (and they turn OFF fairly quickly) all fuel to the engine stops because...
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    Gas treatment to clean the carburetor ?

    I'm also a StarTron fan for maybe 15 years now. I add it to the big cans that make the trip to the gas station. That way it works its way into all my blowers, trimmers, tillers, chain saws and mowers. I have never had fuel issues, nor have the carbs been apart. And I buy the cheapest fuel (with...
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    Gas

    Black smoke is always too rich on the fuel mixture. Listen to Scrubcadet. Either 1) your choke is stuck in the ON position, or 2) your float is not stopping fuel from entering the engine due to grit in the float valve. If it's the later, then your oil level is probably fairly high, AND/OR your...
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    Gas treatment to clean the carburetor ?

    Scotty is not a fan....
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    Exmark Quest 42" - Intermittent hesitation when trying to move

    Could also be old, hardened belts slipping in the pulleys. There is far more load when the steering is turned, rather than when straight. The extra load could be just that extra bit it takes to make the belt(s) give up. Are the belts extra shiny and/or show cracking on the inside (the small face...
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    Gas Overflowing out of Filter

    He never said that.
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    Getting small, best lawn tractor.

    Here's a small JD lawn tractor.... CLICK HERE :ROFLMAO: Flat is GOOD !! A ZT will be much easier to negotiate around all those trees, and finish the job much faster than any regular riding mower. You may want a battery operated string trimmer to finish up around the raised beds. At least my...
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