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Thanks for that. Yes, it was the single wire I disconnected, not the individual kill wires to each coil. From what you say I need to see where the kill wire is shorting to ground? Thanks again, Terry

Thats interesting, are they easy to replace? Thanks, Terry

Thanks & have just done that. Thankfully by disengaging the kill wire both coils produce sparks, so the fault lies in the kill wire connection (somewhat easier to remedy!) Many thanks for your input. Regards, Terry

I have a GSM Wood Chipper fitted with a Briggs & Stratton 18HP OHV V Twin engine. It was running fine & chipping wood fine. It suddenly stopped & will not fire or start. There is no sign of it trying to catch. I have pulled both spark plugs & they are wet with fuel, so it looks as though its not...

Thank Thanks for the tip.

Thanks for that, will check that out & have also ordered an OEM coil just to be sure. Terry

Thanks Mark

Hi, I have tried flipping it but still no spark. I think the flywheel magnet is ok, as when I fit the coil it grabs the magnet hard against the flywheel, making it difficult to separate. Thanks, Terry I have bought 2 new coils (from different suppliers) and still cannot get a spark! Both were...

Hi, thanks. I tried flipping the coil and still no spark. I think the magnet on the flwheel is ok as it grabs the coil when fitting & is difficult to prise apart to set the air gap. Thanks, Terry

Understood. Is there a way I can test the coil? Really appreciate your help. Thanks, Terry

Thanks for that. I am still at a loss as I have run through all your suggestions and bought a brand new compatible coil 36344A, but still no spark. What else shoild I check? Thanks, Terry

Here is the model details.

Hi, I posted before on the problem I am having with my MTD 115/76 Ride on Mower. It has a 12.5HP tecumseh engine (model number shown in the picture. I thought at first the problem may have been the fuel, so replaced the inline fuel filter, carburettor etc., But it appears the problem is...

Many thanks, the information on the engine is shown in the picture, hope that helps.

My MTD 115/76 with a Tecumseh Formula 12.5HP Engine was working ok but then will no longer start. I have changed the inline fuel filter & fuel ssems to be getting to the carburettor ok, but there is no sign of wetting on the spark plug. Reading comments there seems to be an issue with this type...

I also took the carburettor chamber off and fuel seems to be filling there ok. It seems the problem maybe thereafter. Thanks, Terry

Hi, I have a MTD 115/76 with a Tecumseh 12.5hp engine. It recently stopped and will no longer start or appear to fire when turning over. I have changed the inline fuel filter and when I took out the spark plug it was dry so wondered if there was a carburetter problem. Any advice on what to do...

Many thanks, Terry

Hi, When my Mountfield Hydro 1228H (Ibelieve it is the same as a 72H) machine is in neutral it is very sensitive to wanting to drive either forward or reverse, even more so if I depress the brake pedal. Can someone give me advice on how to adjust the drive and also the brake, as its very...

I inherited a Mountfield Hydro 1228H at the end of last season, so only had a chance to look at it now, readying it for the season. It wouldn't start, so I took the various covers off, only to find a birds nest, with some wires snipped. I managed to get the engine running but the kill switch...

I have inherited a Mountfield Hydro 1228H. It started and I drove it into the garage at the end of last season. Now I thought I would get it ready for the season. I charged the battery and the ignition light came on. with the SEat, cutting deck and grass catcher micro swiches depressed, nothing...

Many thanks again,

Hi, I have taken off the air cleaner and can see the carburettor but not sure what part i have to remove and clean. I am used of carbs with a float chamber and removing and cleaning them is straight forward, this looks more complicated? Thanks

I have a GreenMech CS100 Chipper. Recently when I start the machine it runs and starts to die and I have to pull the choke out to keep it running but it still loses revs to the point of nearly stopping, then building up revs again then starts losing revs and so on. The engine is a Briggs &...

Hi, I have had to repair some of the bodywork on my Mountfield 1228H Ride On Mower and need to paint the damaged area to match the existing Mountfield red colour. Can anyone advise on where to get a spray match please? Thanks

Perfect, many thanks. Terry

Thanks for that, I actually made a mistake, the Noco I have is for jump starting, The battery charger is a Ctek model. I assume that will be ok to use too as it is also an intelligent type charger? Many thanks, Terry

I have lost my battery charger for my 1640H. Do I have to use a certain type of charger or would another type of charger like the NOCO, which I use to maintain my other 12v batteries? Thanks, Terry

Great summary and such a help, thanks so much. Take care, Terry

That makes sense and certainly give that a go. Terry

Hi, out of interest, when you say you often fit a smaller belt to compensate for worn pulleys, what would you recommend as a rule of thumb? 1/4", 1/2" etc shorter? Thanks, Terry

Thanks for that I will check them. Thanks again for your help.

Hi Bert, Many thanks. Its a front engine model with a 12.5hp Tecumseh motor. I will see if I can get a copy of Book 2 as you suggest. I wonder if there is a way to tension the drive and cutting deck belts other than the tension springs. I feel the belt slipping at times and not sure if I can...

Hi, I wonder if anyone can help. I have an RH 115/76 and tried to get a manual on the MTD website. When I entetered all the relevant inforformation (Model & Serial No.) I just get a 'cannot find' result. I suspect that it mat be the age of the machine and manuals maybe not available for older...

Hi, I have inherited a MTD RH 115/76 Ride on mower, but unfortunately no manual! I have looked on the MTD website and entered my Model No. and Serial No, but get a 'not found' message. I suspect my mower might be earlier than when MTD hold current manuals for. There is 2007 on the label, so that...

I wish it was that cheap here! :( Thanks for the support. Cheers, Terry

I decided to take the cover off the Tuff Torq K51 to check the filter. However after previously draining the the unit by removing the plug and turning upside down and letting it drain fully over 2 days. I then refilled it with Triax Trans Zero 20w 50. I purged it and ran it around the grass for...

Thanks for that. Yes you are lucky to be in Texas, everything costs a fortune over here! :(

Thanks for that Bert. Take care, Terry

Thanks. I have checked that. It appears the pump faces are the issue allowing oil to pass when it shouldn't. Consequently losing power. Rebuild needed I fear.

Thanks for that. Terry

I am in Scotland (UK). I was hoping someone in the US might have come in with a suggestion, as if they are that much cheaper the shipping cost wouldn't be that dear I suspect. Cheers, Terry

Understood. I would gladly replace the pump unit for my K51b but all the prices I have seen sem to be way out of a realistic price range. Maybe you have an idea where best for me to try and buy one? Thanks again for your help its really appreciated and apologise for being a nuisance. :( Terry

Thanks, understood. I have also noticed that one guy suggested using fine wet and dry to reface the pump mating surfaces. I thought that might be worth a try, what do you think? Thanks, Terry

Thanks for that reply. When you say heavier oil, is it just any synthetic oil of the heavy grades or are specefic ones for hydrostatic transmissions? Thanks, Terry

I have posted previously and had some great advice from Bertsmobile1 and Rivets. The mower was sluggish, so decided to drain and replace the oil to see if that would help. On replacement I had advice on how to purge the system and after a while I managed to get forward and reverse motion from...

Hi, just an update. I have managed to adjust the belt tension and it is driving the transmission blade ok now. However, I have tried to purge the transmission as you suggested and cannot get the wheels to move, with either the freewheeling lever in or out. I have taken a video but it seems to be...

Hi, just an update. I have managed to adjust the belt tension and it is driving the transmission blade ok now. However, I have tried to purge the transmission as you suggested and cannot get the wheels to move, with either the freewheeling lever in or out. I have taken a video but it seems to be...

Hi, I have tried to do as you say, but it looks as though I have a further issue I need to sort first, With the mower jacked up, it looks as though I have a tensioing problem with the main drive belt. It is spinning on the main engine pulley, so not rotating through any of the pulleys and...

T Thanks for that, will give that a go. Appreciate your help. Terry