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Guess it is a common issue and I've read several posts and watched several YouTube videos. V Twin Briggs in a D140 John Deere. I've replaced the carburetor along with new gaskets, fuel pump, fuel filter, air filter. Thought it might be a restriction in the fuel line from the tank so I ran the...

Just wanted to know opinions concerning parts sourcing. I occasionally work on mowers and usually the focus is on the mower deck: spindles, pulleys, belts, etc. I've ordered original equipment replacement parts and parts from Amazon. I do not really see a difference and have not had any failures...

My neighbor flipped his lawn vacuum cart over while it was running and the engine, a briggs flat head, started smoking heavily. Now he says it will not start so I'm guessing oil was pulled into the carb and exhaust. Anyone have experience with how to go about a remedy? I'm thinking pull the carb...

We have a Gravely ZT 52 zero turn mower we got for cheap. The previous owner "hit something" with it and it died. He then dragged it to the garage. Hydro uniits are free but the motor is definitely locked up. Are these motors relatively easy and economical to rebuild or is it better to just buy...

Anyone out there upgrade to a better tie rod end for these tractors? I just replaced the third set and looking for a better alternative. Thinking about a greaseable spherical rod end but they are pricey. Don't know why JD uses these type as they use "regular" automotive style ends on the...

A friend is having me repair his mower as the drag links are loose/worn flopping around and hitting the deck pulley. Anyone have a similar experience and is there a better option besides just ordering OEM replacements? Thanks!

Working on a 2290KW lawn tractor. Wouldn't start and once I got it into my shop I found that it wasn't getting fuel to the carb. Checked the filter and found it to be ok but empty of fuel. Blew through the filter input line with compressed air and it was clear. Blew through the carb input line...