I have a Craftsman GT 5000 rider, model number 917.276022.
Went to cut my lawn and it started normally and ran ok for 5 minutes or so. Then is appeared to lose rpm as I cut, similar to when you are cutting deep or wet grass. So I disengaged the blade PTO thinking the rpm would pick back up. It ran slower and slower then died. I went underneath the deck to check for clogs or debris but found nothing. The blades turn freely when the belt is pulled.. I then was able to start it up, but again, even with full throttle the rpm was low and stalled when I turned the PTO on again. Again I checked and still saw nothing underneath or in the blades that would stop it. Finally I was able to start it for the third time without the PTO engaged. It moved forward a little bit, still sputtering and barely running, THEN I heard and metallic "clunk" noise and it stopped. Now when I turn the key to start it, it clunks and the flywheel only moves about an inch.
The battery is brand new. Burns a little oil but runs great usually.
Any clues or advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Went to cut my lawn and it started normally and ran ok for 5 minutes or so. Then is appeared to lose rpm as I cut, similar to when you are cutting deep or wet grass. So I disengaged the blade PTO thinking the rpm would pick back up. It ran slower and slower then died. I went underneath the deck to check for clogs or debris but found nothing. The blades turn freely when the belt is pulled.. I then was able to start it up, but again, even with full throttle the rpm was low and stalled when I turned the PTO on again. Again I checked and still saw nothing underneath or in the blades that would stop it. Finally I was able to start it for the third time without the PTO engaged. It moved forward a little bit, still sputtering and barely running, THEN I heard and metallic "clunk" noise and it stopped. Now when I turn the key to start it, it clunks and the flywheel only moves about an inch.
The battery is brand new. Burns a little oil but runs great usually.
Any clues or advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks!