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  1. J

    Starting problem

    Great, I will check that out and let you know the outcome. Just needed a new place to check. It might be a day or two because of the weather, but I will definitely report the outcome. Thanks bertsmobile1.
  2. J

    Welcome to the Murray Forum -- Check in Here First!

    Hi, I’m Bill, not a mechanic but trying to fix a small engine interest me. I like to learn but at 81 years old, I usually forget what it is that I have learned! I have been a member for over ten years but mostly just observing. I hope someone will help me solve my problem. Thank you and have a...
  3. J

    Starting problem

    I have a Murray Select 13.5 hp, 40”cut, 5 speed. Model # 405000x8f Mfg 03/29/2005 Serial # 75074885 11 bs105 Engine will only fire with the kill wire disconnected from the coil. After I disconnect the kill wire, the engine will start and run fine only problem I can’t get it to turn off using...
  4. J

    New blades make intermitten noise

    Thank you for the info.
  5. J

    New blades make intermitten noise

    By George, you are right. There are a couple of places on each tip where the paint is missing, (worn off) that is probably where it is rubbing. Now I just need to come up with a solution. Thank you so much.
  6. J

    New blades make intermitten noise

    I will check all of the above advice. Still have the mower on the lift. Appreciate the help.
  7. J

    New blades make intermitten noise

    Metal filler plates???
  8. J

    New blades make intermitten noise

    Just put some new Gator Blades on my Troybilt Bronco. Old ones were fine, just needed sharpening. The new blades make a metal to metal noise. Put the mower on my mower lift and couldn't find anywhere that they were hitting. Mower had been cleaned and scraped of all old grass build up. Took new...
  9. J

    Would you buy the same mower again?

    A couple years ago I bought a 24-48 Husqvarna used it a few times, but had trouble getting off and on. Probably just me at 78 years old and have arthritis real bad. Anyway, I sold it with only 14 hours on the hour meter. Just went back to using my old Troy Built. If I had it to do over, I would...
  10. J

    Ethanol Gas and it's harmful effects

    Am I the only one that hates ethanol gas? It seems it is always stopping my carbs up and especially doing a number on my neddles and seats. I just tried to start a murray push mower that I have not started in two years and it would not begin to start. I removed the carb and tore into it and I...
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