Hello, Lee, I like 7227 better. 7227run better than 7268,but 7268 are simpler to work on. 7227 run more stable. 7227 carb. is junk,and I use 5243 carb.,reed on them.I also have a 5243. Kenneth
I purchased a 5243 Lawn boy in La. and repaired and repainted it. Having a hard time finding the decal set for the engine. Had be setting in Ken shop 10 years, try too start it pump primer bulb 4 times,and pull cord 1 time started.:laughing: PS one in the middle on shelf. to left 7227,right 4502
Wheel bolts make the wheels wobble,and ebay has a new set of steel wheels for $52.50. I put a set on my 7227 ,1977 Lawn Boy ,with new bolts.Also,have 5243,4502, 5243 restored ,finished today,started first pull,and ajusted carb. purred.
I restored a Cub Cadet 109,year 1973 this summer. 1967 i worked for IH. Own three Lawn Boys ,4502,7268,7227, years 1982,1979,1977. Marry Christmas and Happy New Year.