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  1. BWH

    Grasshopper Weight Transfer

    CPM Just seen your post I've had some computer issues and been offline for a bit, since that original post I decided to see if I could transfer additional weight off my deck. A year ago, I started using a digital scale (bathroom scale) checking on weight distribution finding that the front deck...
  2. BWH

    Grasshopper 725 D PTO not engaging.

    Corbin check that the micro switch on the power lift jack make sure it is being engaged, twice before this happened to me I am told when the height adjuster shims are worn it allows the power lift screw jack to sit slightly cocked which opens the micro switch open thinking the deck is lifted. I...
  3. BWH

    2019 623t jerky steering on inclines

    How long has your 623T been doing this? Did you purchase it new? The T-Drive is very dependable with it being directly connected to the output of the engine with no belt connections to slip. I don't have an answer to your problem but this situation has my interest, have you talked with your...
  4. BWH

    Toured the Grasshopper Plant in Moundridge Kansas

    I had the opportunity to tour the Grasshopper Plant in Moundridge Kansas on Monday, I was very impressed from the friendliness of all the employees. the cleanliness of the plant but most impressive was the technology in this plant. I was expecting your run of the mill manufacturing but what I...
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    Troubleshooting Grasshopper PTO Failure

    I just felt the need to share lessons learned while troubleshooting the PTO circuit my 2012 Grasshopper 725 DT6 W/PowerFold deck. While bagging leaves the other day my PTO started kicking in and out it cleared up for a bit then it went in and out a few more times before the PTO went completely...
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    Blower and vac system issue

    I’m at a loss at this point but I have one more thought, is the blower speed correct? A few units ago I had a 1992 612 Grasshopper without a bagger, I needed a bagger and found a never used blower/hopper reasonable it took some modifications to get the power unit on blade #3 but got her going...
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    Blower and vac system issue

    That sounds like a good move I just don't know what else to try, I was vacuuming leaves yesterday also in fact they were so deep at times they come up over the front of the deck but it was perfectly clear behind. The only place where it has a tendency to blow some debris around is on the...
  8. BWH

    Blower and vac system issue

    Interesting Thanks for sharing, I've seen the gear timing units but not the cam belt style decks. This is why I enjoy this site there is a lot of knowledge out there, I benefit from it quite often.
  9. BWH

    Blower and vac system issue

    Well, were getting down to the only difference between our machines is the mulching kit, I guess I not real familiar with the Grasshopper mulching kit. Does it have the metal bands around the perimeter of the deck including the side discharge port? Again, I've never had a mulching kit but it...
  10. BWH

    Blower and vac system issue

    The blade orientation would not matter due to the deck being belt driven the orientation changes because of slippage, only gear driven decks like a Walker maintain blade timing. What kind of air flow do you generate with the upper tube disconnected? It should be substantial with a loud howling...
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    Blower and vac system issue

    Polaris192 I could be wrong but doesn't the mulching kit stop the grass from escaping out the right discharge chute? if so, the blower would be ineffective and you would still be in mulching mode. You should remove the mulching kit while bagging as well as be running mid-lift blades. tim51 I...
  12. BWH

    AeroVator depth control

    Thanks for sharing!
  13. BWH

    Grasshopper Edger

    Has anyone bought or demoed the Grasshopper edger? I am considering buying one but would like to hear other reviews from someone that has used one.
  14. BWH

    Grasshopper 718 Re~Power

    I have seen a 718 that was repowered with a 23HP Predator from Harbor Freight. He did a good job making his own mounts and adaptors, he had been running it for 3 years without any issues but I've heard that the Predator gas engines are a throw away engine. Although they're very low cost I...
  15. BWH

    Buying Advice Old Grasshopper vs New MidMount Ferris

    Definitely stick with the front mount I am on my fourth front mount Grasshopper with the first a 1982, none of them wore out I just upgraded when the opportunity presented itself with a deal I couldn't refuse. One thing to remember Grasshoppers don't wear out you just rebuild them.
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    AeroVator depth control

    I am interested in purchasing an aerovator myself I don't know anything about them but have you contacted Grasshopper? I would be interested in what results you find out, please share when you get information.
  17. BWH

    Starts Hard Wheh Hot

    Thank You I will check that tomorrow.
  18. BWH

    Starts Hard Wheh Hot

    I just purchased a Snapper 21" self propelled mower model P217017BV with a Briggs & Stratton 725exi series engine. It is called a Ready Start which has no choke or primer bubble. It starts great when cold but doesn't even try when hot. Other than change the spark plug does anyone have any...
  19. BWH

    Flywheel Key QUESTION

    Just a follow up cleaned crankshaft & flywheel then I was able to use a large pipe fitters channel lock on the starter ratchet assembly that holds the flywheel to an estimated 55 Ft Lbs then I run it for 40 minutes and it seems to be holding as designed. Thanks for all the help!
  20. BWH

    Flywheel Key QUESTION

    Ok thanks I appreciate the reply, no oil or grease on the flywheel or crankshaft but the torque on the starter ratchet without the special wrench most likely is the problem. I’ll give it another shot.
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    Flywheel Key QUESTION

    You are correct I took a scuff pad to the numbers and it is a 1 instead of 7 Model 60102 Type 0463-01 COD 82061803 Any other ideas why the key would be shearing?
  22. BWH

    Flywheel Key QUESTION

    I have a 2hp Briggs & Stratton engine on a older Montgomery Wards sidewalk edger, when I got it from my dad last year It would not start I found the flywheel key had sheared off I replaced it and edged my sidewalks and parked it for the winter. Fast forward I tried to start it this year but it...
  23. BWH

    Crankshaft Endplay

    I have a Briggs & Stratton 128602 series, 0149E1 model vertical shaft engine on a Snapper 21” self propelled I recently purchased. It runs well but I noticed oil on the floor, after checking it is leaking around the crankshaft seal. I can replace that but during the process I found the...
  24. BWH

    Bolens 1250

    Thank You Very Much
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    Bolens 1250

    Can anyone tell me the brand and model of carburetor that was used on a Wisconsin S12D engine? Mine is terribly worn out. Has anyone found a current model replacement for the Wisconsin?
  26. BWH

    412 Snowblower

    Has anyone had experience converting the old style pin on 412 snowblower to new style quick attach style? I have been told I can buy the whole sq tube bracket I was just wondering if could weld on the new style cast quick attach ends. I have been told these are available from Grasshopper for...
  27. BWH

    Toro snow blower drive pulleys come loose

    I have a new Toro 26” two stage snow blower which in the 1st 15 minutes of operation had the bolt that is tapped into the end of the crankshaft loosen up and fall out causing the wheel drive and blower drive to slip. I took it to the dealer he reinstalled the bolt and locktighted it, he said...
  28. BWH

    Engine Swap

    I know of a fellow locally that installed a Predator from Harbor Freight on an old 718 Grasshopper if has lasted two seasons of a very large acreage. He said it wasn't too bad of conversion but I think he put some time in. I don't know anything about a predator engine but most likely come from...
  29. BWH

    Grasshopper Weight Transfer

    I wanted to share a great experience I had with my Grasshopper 725 DT6 with a 61" power fold deck, vacuum/blower and 15 bushel steel self unload hopper. We have been experiencing a wetter season than normal which has made traction on side hills and turning on an incline tricky not to damage...
  30. BWH

    JD LT180 STEERS HARD

    Has any one experienced hard steering on a LT series John Deere? It seems to get harder to turn when you get 3/4 left or 3/4 right. I have lubricated the gears at the end of the steering shaft and have jacked the mower up and can turn stop to stop with no friction. I appreciate any one with a LT...
  31. BWH

    Reverse Bypass Button

    As a proud new owner of a JD 180 LT I just took her out to give it a trial run, Worked Great! My question is I have never owned anything with a reverse kill switch much less one with a bypass so you can back up by pushing a button anyway. I have read that these modern safety functions are to...
  32. BWH

    Traction / Tire Tread

    I need to replace the rear drive tires on my John Deere LT 180 lawn tractor, the OEM 20X10:00-8 tires are no longer available so I will turn to another design. I use this mower for steeper rough areas on my acreage where traction is important. I don't want to go the bar type I have had them on a...
  33. BWH

    20x10.00-8NHS Carlisle Super Turf Tire

    looking to buy a 20X10.00-8NHS Carlisle Super Turf Tire. This was OEM tire for the rear of a 2004 LT180 John Deere lawn tractor. New or used but used would be preferable I just want to match the tread on my existing good tire.
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    Deck Leveling Gauge

    I was researching Deck Leveling Gauges I see Oregon, Sears, John Deere and a couple of others have them, they are mostly similar design but they don't indicate if there made from metal or plastic. Anyone have one that is made from metal?
  35. BWH

    BUILDING A FRONT MOUNT DROP SPREADER

    I am planning on building a quick attach front mount drop spreader powered by an electric motor. It would be intended to mount on a zero turn, UTV,ATV or lawn tractor. I have been researching a few push type spreaders powered by an electric windshield wiper motor on YouTube with very little...
  36. BWH

    LETS SEE YOUR SNOWBLOWER!

    Took her out for the first time this season, only 3" but couldn't help myself! (sounds like 6"-8" next week)
  37. BWH

    Air Flow In Bags

    I have an older Snapper 21" self-propelled High-Vac mower purchased in the late 1980's, I have replaced the motor a few times and it still is a good mower. over the last years it seems like it doesn't do as good off a job sucking up leaves it seems to splatter leaves around. My thought on this...
  38. BWH

    Taller Tires

    I have a Snapper 21" self propelled walk behind mower that I would like to install taller tires on to get a higher cut than the original mower was set up to cut. My mower is a model 21355PD that come with 9" diameter tires on the rear and 7" diameter tires on the front. I would like to raise the...
  39. BWH

    721 Not Getting Gas

    I have a 2001 721 Grasshopper W/Kubota gas engine that from time to time will not start with out squirting gas into the air breather tube. It had been doing this during cold starts after sitting for a week or so but tonight I had mowed for an hour then stopped to talk to the neighbor for 15...
  40. BWH

    Merry Christmas "What mower Would You Like To Unwrap?"

    If you could unwrap any mower under your tree this year what would it be? ANY MOWER!
  41. BWH

    WHO USES A SNOW BLOWER ON THE FRONT OF THEIR MOWER?

    I have used two Bolens tractor front mount blowers 32" with 120 lbs weight on the rear plus chains, worked well but took an acre to turn around. Next I went with a 42" blower on a Grasshopper zero turn that is very handy and also used the weights on it with chains also. I am presently using a...
  42. BWH

    Hearing Protector Radio's

    I just purchase a pair of 3M tekk Work Tunes ear muffs, They reduce noise great and the FM radio works reasonably well but the AM will not bring anything in at all to speak of. I am some what rural but I can take any old transistor radio from my youth and pick up dozens of AM stations. What is...
  43. BWH

    WHAT BRAND OF SNOW BLOWER?

    Honda 1132, Grasshopper w/42" front blower, Bobcat S185 w/72" front blower, Not pictured Bolens 1455 with 42" front blower.
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    Fines For Lawns Not Green Enough!

    As reported on Fox News this morning a homeowners association in a California community is going to enforce an ordinance that fines homeowners for not having green enough lawns! Isn't California also fining people for watering lawns in their drought? Darn if you do / Darn if you don't :rolleyes:
  45. BWH

    Splined PTO Shaft

    Has anyone tried the splined slide PTO shaft that is offered aftermarket to replace the original square shaft and square tube PTO on a 700 series Grasshopper. The claim is the spline shaft is tighter and stays tighter as the square shaft wears and loosens up. The claim is it's smoother with...
  46. BWH

    Wanted Oliver Lawn Tractor

    I am looking for any model Oliver lawn tractor in the midwest that can be rebuilt.
  47. BWH

    Turbine Kit For Wet/Sticky Snow

    I have been reading and watching video's on tightning the tolorance's of the turbine's on two stage blowers by adding rubber paddel extenders, they claim great results in all snow especially wet sticky snow. Has anyone tried this, is it really as good as claimed?
  48. BWH

    Landscape Rock

    I have seen rock piles in the corners of farm fields in Southeast South Dakota over the years, does any one have or know someone that would part with some of those rocks? I am in driving distance and would like to do some landscaping with them. I would be intererested in 5 lb. to 400 - 500 lb...
  49. BWH

    Which Back-Pack Blower

    Looking to upgrade from my older standard Stihl blower and get into a good back-pack style blower. Any advise any Stihl units better / worse that the other. I have an unusual amount of concrete with the largest being 50'x75' plus a couple hundred of drive 15' wide. Mostly blowing pine needles...
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