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Echo SRM 230-Running issue

Good evening all, I've got a funny issue with a relatively new SRM it has begun doing a strange thing that I don't think is carb related. Starts and runs, bogs some gets up to speed runs okay then will...

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Scag V ride no power

I have a svr36a 19fx Kawasaki. It has 52 hours on it. While I was mowing today it shut off and would not start again. The hour meter won't even light up when the key is turned. I highly doubt it's the...

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Straightening JD deck

Trying to help an elderly neighbor and have a couple quick questions. He has a JD X485 with the 62C deck and two of the blades are out of level by about an inch (front to back, and side to side) Has...

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Can I put a Kohler engine on a Kubota Zero turn?

Kubota ZG227 mower has a blown kubota kgz770-e2-ma2 gas engine. I thought I read somewhere that it is pretty much the same as a Kohler engine. 27 hp Kubota replacement engine seems much more expensive...

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Kawasaki FH680V governor hunting

This one has me completely stumped - just bought another Scag Tiger Cub with the FH680V engine. The engine hunts at idle and WOT - so far I have: Changed spark plugs Changed coils Replaced fuel lines -...

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Opinions on Jacks

I'm assuming a question about parts would go in the Mechanic and Repair category... I placed my first order with Jacks Small Engines 10 days ago, and the process isn't going well. Parts I ordered at...

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Thought I'd share a restoration toro 44 walk

So I needed another project like I needed another... well anything really! I've got a friend getting into this business and wanted JRCO dethatcher but didn't have the funds. He proposed this mower as a...

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brand new toro time master not starting?

I put gas in it and it has this blue sponge looking thing in the tank, not sure if that's supposed to be there, but it makes it hard to tell how much is in it. It doesn't look like fuel is going...

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Oil coming out of spindle assembly?! Toro z5030

Bought this used, runs perfect... noticed when it sits even not in use i'd find a mystery drop of oil coming from the deck, nothing leaks at the engine/hydro. Yesterday I rinsed the machine off after...

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Can't figure out why blades are clacking...

One of my v-rides has an issue that sounds like the blades are "clanking" or barely scraping each other. This machine, I had problems installing the Hurricane Mulch Kit. Apparently the turbo baffle at...

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Oil Type for Simplicity Citation 52" with Briggs 23 Vanguard

I can't find much information on this zero turn let alone what oil/filter/etc to do a tune up on it. I bought it used with 136 hours on it this spring and the dealer never did anything to it before...

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Blades cutting in and out

I have a Ferris is1500, when blades are engaged the seem to cut in and out randomly. Could mow fine for 20min or could cut in and out for 20min. Any thoughts? I don't think it would be pto clutch bc...

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Loose bolt on blade spindle

Each blade spindle has at least one of these bolts loose on my Scag TC2. Why, and how do I fix it? View attachment 339640

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Ever rebuild a Starter on a call?

I did today. Yay Kohler! Lets put a weep/drain hole in the starter to release any trapped water......But put it on the TOP of the starter. Starter was acting all sluggish, then stopped and got REALLY...

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Husqvarna/Kohler engine dies with PTO

Hi all, I have a little bit older Husqvarna zero turn I use for personal mowing. It is a model ZTH6125KOA if it makes any difference. I pulled it out of the garage to get it all set for summer and it...

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Stihl FS100RX trimmer leaking gas into air filter.

My FS100RX is filling up the air filter with gas when not in use. Either in a horizontal or vertical position. I tried cleaning the carb a couple times with no luck. Instead of ordering a carb kit I...

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oil leak 23hp Kawasaki

I have a 2004 Hustler mini Z with a 23hp Kawasaki motor. Noticed a small leak under the back of motor last year. Now the leak has gotten worse. Is this a common problem with this motor? Any ideas would...

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New Blower Only Cold Starts.

Almost New. Will only cold start. Needs at least 20-25min to cool down before restart if warm. Checked the obvious. Fuel line, gas cap, plug. Anything else before hits dealer for warranty repair?...

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Deck vaccuum

I have a 2014 bobcat fastcat pro se 48. I repowerded the sluggish fx600 with fx801v. I have major issues with deck vaccuum. I've tried oem (obviously) and two sets of blades, Oregon Gators and high...

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Classen Sod Cutter - Hydro vs Gear Drive

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