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    What's wrong with my Honda Lawnmower? Almost pulled my arm off! Repair? New mower?

    After such abuse with maintenance it is no wonder. You may have Water in the float bowl. Change the oil, air filter and spark plug.
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    Buying a forever lawnmower. Lawnmower buying advice.

    Nothing available to meet your needs at 3X the budget. Burn knee high grass or get a scythe. Wait til it dries.
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    Rider Mower battery question

    I suggest you remove both Terminal cables, clean them to bright metal and put it on a 2 amp 12v charge for 12 hours. A dead battery will freeze and be destroyed in the winter. When it starts, let it warm up to operating temp then drain oil, install new filter, check/replace air filter and...
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    Pre mixed fuel vs mix it up yourself

    Ethanol Free gasoline has been banned in Canada thanks to Feds. Ethanol absorbs moisture. Keep containers full and tightly capped. Gasoline does not evaporate to Varnish. Try to use it in 30 days, then get fresh fuel.
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    EZ Steer Snowblower

    I need the LEFT hand Sun Gear (18teeth) for a White branded MTD 10.5 Hp 31" Snowblower. Short shaft too if available. Please call 905 320 2700 Thank You
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    Blade-balance oddity

    I can balance it here in SWO for $3,856
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    Blade-balance oddity

    The blade spins at high RPM. About 3,000. A slight out of balance is irrelevant.
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    Blade-balance oddity

    Ya and the sky is falling.
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    2017 Exmark Lazer Z Model: LZX740EKC526T0 EFI Mower Will Not Start - No Clicks.

    Connect a known Good Battery to the Starter. + cable to big lug on Starter, Last connection to good Ground on Frame. Starter should rotate. Perhaps try jumpers on all 'safety' switches (3-4).
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    john deere d 140 transmission

    Good to know. The tranny went out on my X320 at 218 hours. Mostly driven my my late mother. $1,800 for the new one installed (Canadian) Upgrading trans is not possible according to Tuff Torque. They get asked that question daily I was told.
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    2015 Toro v-twin won't start

    Pull off the Recoil cover and carefully inspect the Keyway and Crankshaft key. Slots should line up exactly. When the blade(s) strike a solid object the key is designed to shear partially or completely so the Crankshaft is not damaged. Replace key with an OEM one.
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    Burned up yellow wire from starter solenoid John Deere 160

    A dead short by the looks of it due to grounding through worn insulation. Glad you have it repaired.
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    Replacing broken Craftsman sockets

    To make up for unknown quality of socket material.
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    Blade-balance oddity

    Yes. It will be fine. Run it.
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    Welding on a generator frame question

    To be safe, Bolt it on. Done.
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    BG-86 BG86 Carb Adjustment Tool - Stihl# 59108902314

    It would have been helpful if a photo of the working end was shown close up. Agreed!
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    BG-86 BG86 Carb Adjustment Tool - Stihl# 59108902314

    Geeeeze people. Take your meds.
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    Looking for advice re: purchasing a reliable lawn tractor

    Did you check the Valve Lash? Often a problem.
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    V-belt recommendations

    Often at the back side of the unit there is a tag or stamped number. Have you tried a dealer which may have History on your machine? Do you keep the belt tight in Winter and loosen or remove it in Summer? Cheap belts do not last.
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    Briggs engine was smoking bad....

    I would try using SAE #30 oil which is thicker viscosity.
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    transmission bypass rod

    Be sure the other end of the rod is connected.
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    Looking for advice re: purchasing a reliable lawn tractor

    For the amount of money you want to spend and avoiding the most popular brands I recommend you get a lawn service to cut your lawn.
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    how to start my business

    Above all else, get Public Liability Insurance and Incorporate. My advice is from experience running a business in Ontario Canada.
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    how to start my business

    You might want to have a Limited or Incorporated Company which prevents people from suing you and taking your home.
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    how to start my business

    Get a customer base First before you buy a mower and truck.
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    OK to use synthetic oil ?

    Stick with what you are using now. You may get many oil leaks changing to Synthetic. 10w30.
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    Replace needle and seat??

    Look at the replacement part. Probe the seat area gently with a #3 Crochet hook if it is a soft seat and note which way it goes in. Pull it out and replace. Use correct size drill bit, chuck end to press it gently into place. If it is a metal seat, try to find a Viton tipped needle. Good Luck.
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    Gas Caps do seal out any condensation from entering the gas tank, despite the arguments here saying they do not

    You are correct Shady. In a partially filled tank, the air does not 'come in' overnight. What air is in the tank remains until more contents is used. Ethanol absorbs water in the fuel and condensate and remains at the bottom of the tank with it. Don't totally empty a partially filled...
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    Gas Caps do seal out any condensation from entering the gas tank, despite the arguments here saying they do not

    Condensation does not come from Outside the Tank, but forms on the sides of the INSIDE of the tank from any moisture laden air that is already inside a NONvented tank. Done with this nonsense. Keep your tanks Full and rotate often.
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    Gas Caps do seal out any condensation from entering the gas tank, despite the arguments here saying they do not

    Be careful with the Methanol. It can seize plastic shutoff valves etc.
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    Gas Caps do seal out any condensation from entering the gas tank, despite the arguments here saying they do not

    Air contains Moisture. A Fuel Tank MUST be vented to allow fuel to flow out, thus fresh air is being constantly drawn into the tank. Covering the fill neck with plastic will help with that if it is a tank not being used for an engine. To store Fuel, fill the tank to the Top and keep in a cool...
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    1995 John Deere Sabre plowing/mowing

    Your Sabre is too light and underpowered (16 HP?) to plow much snow. Fix up an older Snowblower 28" or more wide.
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    Charging Battery

    Good plan. Check the tender often as they sometimes fail which will lead to a burst frozen battery. Disconnect the Ground (-) cable if you wish. Make sure Tender is working . You could unplug it for a couple weeks then plug it in for a couple weeks.
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    Snapper 21351PD - how to completely remove rear wheel drive disc?

    If it is working, don't fix it. Replace the Spark Plug.
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    Gas can nozzle gasket!

    I always use a funnel with a fine screen when filling. It is difficult to find the correct size Viton '0' rings.
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    Turbocharging a lawn mower

    Cut the lawn more often @ 3-½" and buy a new Gas Powered Mower while you still can! Take good care of it. Forget all the magic crap. I tried Hi Compression Floor Mats in my Youth. Did not help HP and used more Fuel.
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    Kohler K321aqs running hot.

    Buy and install new head bolts. Torque them cold and retorque them next day. Be sure your carb is not running 'lean'. Retard timing slightly and try it.
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    Snapper 21351PD - how to completely remove rear wheel drive disc?

    Clean underside of Disc as much as possible Spray with Brakecleener and next day turn it on its' side and spray paint as much as possible. Done.
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    Gearbox grease

    If it is working don't fix it! If you have an opening fill it with grease or 90 weight oil or both.
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    Kohler compression release

    Set valve lash on both to .006-.008 and try it.
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    FrankenCub charging issue...Briggs Intek 21

    Well Done Sir. I try to do a good deed and learn something every day. Doesn't always happen but averages out. Check your Oil, clean out your Wallet and buy Wife/GF flowers. Helps your daily odds.
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    FrankenCub charging issue...Briggs Intek 21

    Hopefully your problems are solved. Lots of good advice here. Proceed carefully. Electricity is Fast!
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    Mice

    I think you need a serious attitude adjustment.
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    Mice

    Excellent results with Ultrasonic Rodent devices if you park inside. Signal goes in straight lines outward.. I jamb packed chicken wire in openings of other equipment where possible.
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    Age old question, Winter Storage?

    Bob: If you watch the many Utube small engine Repair guys like tarryl and Dony boy and B. Pender you will see the gel like substance that forms in the float bowl, emulsion tube etc. Glad you have not had a problem. I don't risk it in Southern Ontario. Perhaps you live in a less humid area. A...
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    Age old question, Winter Storage?

    Most fuel tanks are Vented.
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    FrankenCub charging issue...Briggs Intek 21

    Just Drive it! Boosting from a running vehicle engine can burn out a Stator.
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