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Kawasaki 26HP FD731V LC sputter when loaded

I'm having a problem with my Scag wildcat that sputters when loaded or accelerating from idle. It seems to happen only when it's hot. Some things I have done already: * Cleaned carb (which also fixed...

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Craftsman tractor runs on either

So I have a craftsman 917 254750 12.5 hp lawn tractor. I use it to cut my back field. It has been good for years , I don't really take great care if it. Now it only starts with either then dies. Or I...

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Exmark OCD

I am told by Exmark that their ODC only opens about 95*. Has anyone tried to modify one so that it opens 180*? I dont have one to look at. I have someone telling me that It opens all the way but u have...

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RedMax BCZ2401S weedwacker help

Hi all, I am working on a RedMax BCZ2401S straight shaft trimmer. Has a brand new carb, fuel lines, fuel filter and new fuel mix. I removed the air filter and muffler to test it, and it runs 100%. When...

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How do I drill out a bolt ?

ihave an 07 walker I was doing maintenance on and I role the head off of a bolt in the gearbox ..... How do I get the damn thing out??

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Kohler engine small block

I had problems with my kohler engine it was leaking oil thru the exhaust long story short nobody would waranty it locally but kohler did right and sent me a small block but the shops around here made...

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How to Replace Exmark Metro 36" Spindle Bearings?

I'm looking for some help and tips on replacing my spindle bearings. I've searched YouTube, this site, and google, and haven't found exactly what I need. These two threads have good info:...

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Kawasaki FX751V Cuts Out/Dies

A few days ago, my JD Z830 started cutting out and would occasionally die. I've had this problem in the past and it was water in the gas, so I didn't think much about it. I drained the gas, put new gas...

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kawi fx730v - bad coil?

...so i did a test on my jd mower today that has the 23.5hp kawi fx730v engine on it. it's at 1040hrs now. my parent's neighbor's house takes 1 1/2hrs to mow. i mowed for 1hr 15min without any issues....

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Craftsman rider wont turn over

Model number: 917 254710 Long story short I bought an old rider as a backup. Used it twice before it wouldnt start. Decided to replace battery and ignition instead of trouble shoot the issue (first...

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Kawasaki FH580V blows charge fuses

I've got a 2 year old Ferris with a 19 horse Kaw that has started blowing fuses in rapid order. Problem started about a month ago when both Key and Charge fuses blew at once while I was mowing. A few...

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Scag Hydro gone bad!! Help

have a scag turf tiger and the left pump just blew out on me. I think it may be a bearing I can hear knocking when you try to move. I stopped and pulled it onto the trailer now have to find a decent...

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Replacement engine for exmark metro?

I have a 36 inch Exmark metro walk behind with the Kawasaki FB460V 12.5 horse. What engine can I replace the old one with? I think this one is discontinued and has potential problems I no longer want...

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Ignition coils

Is it possible that an ignition coil be weak, not producing enough voltage to the spark plug?

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Kohler or kawasaki?

I would like to hear opinions on which engine is better on commercial mowers. I I've always had kohlers and they have been great.

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Where to Buy Cheap V-Belt?

I have an Exmark Metro 36" walk behind, the v-belt part number is 1-323288, 49 3/4" x 1 1/8". I've checked out vbeltsonline, vbelts4less, vbeltsupply, as well as local parts stores and auto stores. The...

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Engine replacement for Grasshopper 718K

My old GH has a 18hp Kohler Magnum on it and the motor is just about wore out. I've been looking for a replacement, but I am unsure of what will fit and won't fit. The motor would have to have the...

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Ferris 3100 belt update

I am not a lawn care business owner. I cut about 12 acres of private land. I have owned a Scag Turf Tiger for over 15 years. It has proved to be a rugged piece of equipment. However, last year I had...

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Grandstand Driveability Issue

Hi, I just bought a 2009 Grandstand trade in unit from my dealer with 380 hours on it. It keeps breading the left hydro stick linkage to the cable, after 30 minutes or so of use. the left hydro stick...

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Great Dane Surfer PTO problems

I have a older Great Dane Surfer. Last fall the bearings went bad in the PTO so i replaced it with a new one. Over the last month or so it has been taking more RPMS to get it to engage. Now the first...

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