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Does anyone ever run their mower on anything but full throttle?

https://www.amazon.com/Qwikchute-Blocker-Deflector-Quickchute-NQD-TG3-5260/dp/B074P8XBDD I found that a few years ago but the price is high. Never bought, but apparently gives you remote control on the fly from your seat.

I understand, when a safety switch is engaged it does not send power to the solenoid, no click or clunk at all.

Next time I'm there I will take a look at the ground wire although I don't recall anything being loose last year. Also the mower has been used quite a few times this year and perhaps there have actually been two solenoid failures this year if I recall him mentioning, I believe earlier in the...

You can build yourself one with steel plate bolted to the deck. But then I believe you need to change the internal baffles of the deck so that it tries to recycle the grass rather than send it out to the side discharge. I considered building a side discharge block off plate for my Father's...

My Father has had a brand new Toro Titan HD 1500 (model number 74451) 52" commercial zero turn in his possession since 2018. He only uses it in a residential capacity mowing probably less than 1 acres of grass. Last October in 2021 I replaced the starter solenoid with another brand new Toro...

I believe I have located the correct engine brake cable that has the proper connections on both ends. Toro part number 115-8437. Fits Toro model 20332 which is the same mower minus blade brake/walk away system. Ordered for $16.30. I have also searched for a variety of Toro Belts and have...

Would it make my life any easier to take the Honda motor off of the Toro Super Bagger model 20192, install that on the Toro Recycler model 20333, and take the 6.0 horsepower B&S motor and transplant that onto the Toro Super bagger deck instead?

Hello and I hope you'll enjoy this small project. I recently acquired a free Toro Recycler model 20333 circa 2012-2013 with a bad 6.75 horsepower Briggs & Stratton motor and swapped on a 6.0 horsepower Briggs & Stratton motor from a Toro Super Recycler model 20043 circa 2000. I have run into 2...

Back in business. Found a local machine shop (actually going out of business within the next month) willing take on a small job like this for only $30. I got another quote from a larger production shop for $60. And many, many shops don't deal with small jobs anymore, they all say that they...

Would there be any negative to NOT loc-titing the stud and leaving the bolt as-is with the hex head attached? Rather than a threaded stud and a nut?

Interesting solution. I had not thought of that. Grind it flat, drill it out, tap it. But no, I do not know anyone with a lathe at home or at work unfortunately. I suppose I could drill it myself but there's no way it would be perfectly centered in the bore of the shaft.

Here are some measurements that I took as well.

Here you can see the shaft disassembled. Maybe it was fractured for awhile. Perhaps due to over tightening of the nut. There are 2 nuts actually which sandwich the blade. You can see rust on the exterior areas of the shaft, whereas in the very center the metal is very shiny and "fresh." You...

Gotcha. I recall reading on this forum years ago about the difficulty of sourcing a quill rod. That seems like the easiest part to repair - it's just a solid rod. Weld away!

What exactly is the "quill rod?" From what I see it's the shaft that is surrounded by a spring that supports the blade housing and has nothing to do with the "drive" of the blade. I believe the spring helps to keep the blade housing perpendicular to the ground and also to tension the belt, maybe.

That's rare. Looking at my local Craigslist there is nothing gas powered being sold locally. If I wanted to drive 90 minutes I have some choices, $150 or $180 for used units that appear to be somewhat newer, however.

Thanks I'll consider that if I can find a replacement reasonably priced. I doubt a machine shop would be able to produce a part such as this for an economical price though. I believe this edger was $50 when I bought it, which is a good deal. Was just curious if it could be fixed. I'm seeing...

Good evening, I've owned this Craftsman model 536.772320 circa 2002 for 4 years now and it has served me well being used about 3-4 times annually. Today I was pulling it back and unfortunately I have done this many times before, and have always noticed it results in more mut getting lodged in...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-NEW-REPL-WHEEL-BUSHINGS-HUSQVARNA-AYP-CRAFTSMAN-POULAN-532121922-121922X/324074891674?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 These are the bushings I purchased, courtesy of Hammermechanicman's part number recommendation. Actually came with 5...

Not bad I'll try a 4 pack!

The model is 917.256820.

The bushings are pretty worn, for the spindle, where it mounts onto the tractor frame. There are two bushings per side, one top and one bottom, and then the C clip keeps the spindle in place. Hard to describe but I disassembled them last year to grease them, at least one of the 4 plastic...

I would have thought that if this was an alignment issue regarding toe in or out that it would be affecting both tires left and right. What do you think? It seems to me that if the draglink connecting both spindles together were bent, both wheels would have an improper toe angle, not just one.

Hey guys, question here about my 1992 Craftsman lawn tractor. I believe the rear tires have the potential to be the original tires, believe it or not. They are really dry, and that's not the problem. When I bought this machine in October of 2018, the seller said that the front tires were...

You're right about this. The reason I initially unplugged the seat switch was because I really didn't like the fact that the mower would shut off when you sat up. I see no reason why it couldn't stay running so as long as the blades were disengaged. But i suppose since there was no neutral...

Well for certain, this 1992 mower only had 3 switches. The one that was lacking was the neutral switch as you say, definitely wasn't there. I'm not sure if any of the switches were corroded internally. I understand what you are saying about the daisy chaining. Like I said, the seat switch...

Consider this problem rectified. I'm not sure what the problem was as all of the safety switch wiring was in pristine condition, nothing brittle, no broken connectors, etc. So, I simply removed all 3 of the safety switches and all associated wiring, and joined a couple of the wires that had to...

As far as I know this older mower does not have that feature. I think that's another safety added to newer mowers to make you think before reversing with the blades engaged. There are no extra buttons or key positions between off, run, and start.

I didn't end up doing anything with it today. Maybe Monday! I might just go through the harness and see what I can remove and simplify. I honestly don't need any of these safety switches any longer, and the need to keep it "stock" isn't really necessary any longer. Do you think it's ignition...

I'll check on this later today. I know that the ignition switch has to ground the magneto because it turns off normally. It just had zero effect on Wednesday when I jumped the stater after running into these "new" difficulties. I played with it more yesterday to understand what was going on...

Hello, it has a manual PTO, lever actuated. It also does have a 4 terminal PTO safety switch but I believe there are 5 wires - from what I remember there are 2 black wires that go to one of the 4 terminals. If the magneto is grounded by the key switch, why did the ignition switch have no...

This is a perplexing issue considering that I didn't have any problems with this last year. In October of 2018 I bought a 1992 Craftsman 36" riding lawn mower. Shortly thereafter I disabled the seat safety switch, simply by unplugging it since the circuit is only closed when the seat switch is...

Our Toro model 74451 zero turn currently has 15.9 hours on it. The service interval suggests changing the hydraulic system filters and fluid after the first 75 hours, so we are a bit away from this service yet. After the initial 75 hour service, the recommended interval is every 500 hours when...

I have used the mower twice since installing the brakes and can confirm that they are a definite improvement. I also have the adjustment spring adjusted pretty far towards the loose side. Sometimes I still get a jolt when letting off the clutch and in to gear. I can't really "relieve"...

Here is the model number and serial. I believe the parking brake actually just holds the clutch/brake pedal at a certain point. You push down on the pedal and lift up on the parking brake lever and it holds the pedal there. A very easy system but the brakes need to be adjusted properly...

I am searching for the part number for the two brake pads and the brake rotor for a 1992 Craftsman lawn tractor, model 917.256820. I am not finding much information due to age. Possibly manufactured by Husqvarna? I have posted here about my great find when I bought this last October. I have...

I haven't been able to find anything specific to the Toro Titan HD 1500, model 74451 in regards to a mulch block off plate for the deck. We strictly use this mower in a residential capacity and don't want grass or debris blowing all over the place. Last year was the first year we mowed and we...

I picked up this clean 1992 Craftsman 36" Model 917.256820 with 12 HP Tecumseh motor yesterday for $200. This is my first riding mower, but probably not my last - I have heard that riding mowers tend to spoil homeowners from never wanting to go back to using a regular mower as their primary...

Strange, the Toro Recyclers do have a straight blade (Atomic blade) and then also a plate that goes over the blade, which pushes the bolt down even further below the blade. The aftermarket Oregon Gator G3 blades are somewhat stepped, however. I'm using a 2004 Toro recycler and the center bolt...

Good afternoon, I have a Troy Bilt TB675EC 4 cycle string trimmer here. The original carburetor was leaking so I replace it along with the recoil pull start mechanism. I am now able to start this machine relatively easily, however, it only seems to run well enough at idle. Anything above...

Hello. Does anyone know what the part number is for the carburetor rebuild kit for a 2002 Craftsman 536.772320 edger? It has a 3.5 hp 4 cycle B&S engine. Carburetor is unique, the fuel bowl is built in to the fuel tank which mounts directly below the carburetor assembly. Thanks!

Last year I purchased a used 2006-2007 Craftsman 2-stroke straight shaft string trimmer with blower attachment. It ran great for awhile, but I developed issues with the way it runs. I replaced the fuel lines, primer bulb, and "ignition switch" last fall, and also cleaned the carb about 3 times...

I have a 2007 Toro 20073 Personal Pace mower with 6.5 hp Tecumseh. Last night I replaced the transmission assembly and the drive belt. Two years ago the transmission started slipping to the point that it would not engage. I purchased a new "pinion" gear and new "ring" gear and installed them...

I have a 2007 22" Toro Personal Pace mower with 6.5 hp Tecumseh motor that uses a blade like this: My Father has a 2009 22" Toro Personal Pace mower (primer-less, with blade clutch, & bag/mulch select) with 6.5 hp Briggs motor that uses a blade like this: I am at work right now and will...

I purchased a used Craftsman string trimmer which was manufactured in 2006. I am unsure of the model because the rear half of the plastic engine cover is missing. The unit runs really well, but I notice that sometimes it will not turn off when I flip the switch to "off" It will run rougher...

I acquired this 2004 Craftsman 21" self propelled mulching lawn mower with 6.75 hp Tecumseh motor a few days ago. I cleaned it up and cleaned the carb and now wish to sell it. Any idea on what the value would be? It has a height adjustment system that adjusts all four corners simultaneously...

Hello. I recently acquired a NorthStar 2000 psi 1.5 gpm electric pressure washer. I was told that it needed repair due to being used with well water, and it was sitting idle for two years with a tag on it that read "needs repair." I fired it up and found that it worked flawlessly. I ordered...

I have a 1992 model Weed Eater GBI 22V leaf blower and GTI 15T string trimmer. These have been sitting for many years in a garage. This summer I pulled them out. The fuel lines were absolutely deteriorated, so I replaced them. I used some nylon tubing from work, not actual "fuel line."...