DYT 4000 Problems

[bigmike]

Hi ,Just joined this site and I am wondering if anyone out there has a 04 craftsman DYT 4000? I purchased this a week ago and it's burning oil bad. Could it be the head gasket? Also has a problem with the Hydro bucking going forward. Any help would be much appreciated.

Thanks, BigMike

 

[mechanic mark]

Post model number from under seat, engine manufacturer as well as all numbers from engine, example if B&S engine: model xxxxxx, type xxxx, trim xx. Check air and fuel filters for replacement as well as spark plug. It sounds like your going to have to tear it down & replace piston rings, rework heads etc. Check drive belt & idler pulleys for replacement under chassis.

 

[bigmike]

Thank you, I will check all those things first before the breakdown. I'll take this on for my winter project.

 

[motoman]

Mike, got that model since new, but had different problems.

 

[bigmike]

What problems did you have?

 

[motoman]

Mike, Only problems engine related. Trans has been bullet proof but never abused (e.g. plowing etc). The Intek V pushed #1 exh guide (rebuild #1), then ate and digested a pushrod (rebuild #2). Gory details with pics in this forum. Guys are sick of hearing about it. motoman

 

[bigmike]

It's hard to believe that this is a kholer engine with so many problems on this model. 917.273664 I also have a 2002 john deere that has a kholer motor and we have worked that so much and we have not had any problems with that motor. I think it's time to write a letter to the company.

Thanks,
BigMike

 

[motoman]

Mike, Mine is Briggs Intek, not Kohler. Many still swear by Briggs