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I just inherited a MTD riding mower 15.5 HP Briggs and Stratton from my father-in-law.
It is about 5 years old and has not been run for 4 of those years. Was covered under a tarp in Central Valley of California and was used to mow lawns of the elderly by my in-law's dad who passed away 4 years ago.
Gas tank has about 1/2 liter of putrid gas. Engine bay has a slight oil film covering most elements.
I've got a blown front tire from the trailer ride from low tires and ratcheting down.
I'm planning on doing the low cost to no cost troubleshooting first, but will probably end up buying a new battery, new fuel filter and spark plug.
I intend to replace the fuel after draining and pouring in this "Mechanic in a Bottle" stuff that worked on my blower. I've read/heard cleaning the carb "bowl" is a must... what else?
I just inherited a MTD riding mower 15.5 HP Briggs and Stratton from my father-in-law.
It is about 5 years old and has not been run for 4 of those years. Was covered under a tarp in Central Valley of California and was used to mow lawns of the elderly by my in-law's dad who passed away 4 years ago.
Gas tank has about 1/2 liter of putrid gas. Engine bay has a slight oil film covering most elements.
I've got a blown front tire from the trailer ride from low tires and ratcheting down.
I'm planning on doing the low cost to no cost troubleshooting first, but will probably end up buying a new battery, new fuel filter and spark plug.
I intend to replace the fuel after draining and pouring in this "Mechanic in a Bottle" stuff that worked on my blower. I've read/heard cleaning the carb "bowl" is a must... what else?