Craftsman GT-5000 steering won't turn left, only right hand turn can be...
Any help providing a remedy for Craftsman GT-5000 steering failure would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, RK-zrider. I use this machine as a back up for my two Ferris IS-2000 machines.
View ArticleBriggs Model 286H77 Type 0165 E1
Hi guys blown head gasket on this one, typical spot between cylinder and lifter valley.Cant seem to find a repair manual for torque specs,sequence valve lash.
View ArticleAndersons spreader gears suck!
As of a few months back, Anderson's SR 2000 spreaders that WERE made by PSB have been sold to earthway spreaders who appear determined to destroy the line by lack of replacement parts and/or service. I...
View ArticleQuestion on kaw starter install
Do leave that black cap on the new starter when I put it in? View attachment 338660
View ArticleMower won't start
I have a 2012 Gravely Pro Hydro walk behind. If I add starter fluid to the carb it will start for a second and then shut off. I forgot to stabilize the fuel in the mower over the winter, so I'm...
View ArticleTires - Slow leaks, small punctures
Can I just break out the fix-a-flat instead of looking for holes and plugging them or am I asking for trouble?
View ArticleKawasaki Engine swaps - Kawasaki tech around?
I've a Scag Freedom Z 48" with an FR600V-AS15-R and it runs well @ 400 HRS I've acquired a Toro 74630 SS50000 TimeCutter with a blown FR651V-CS06-R with very few hours it seems. A shop told the owner...
View ArticleKawasaki blocks
Would any of you know if the block casting for each Kawasaki engine model be the same, regardless of which mower it was installed on? In other words, would all FH580V blocks be the same internally AND...
View Articletoro proline 36 Re-power (project)
Alas, the $80 toro Proline will live again. While the kohler 17 that's on it has good spark and compression, it is missing the PTO clutch, drive pulley, and starter. I've got a perfectly good Kawasaki...
View ArticlePhotos of a bracket I made for front hyd lift dethatcher
The dethatcher is 4' wide off of an old JD 185. Adapted it to fit the front blade quick hitch on my 455. View attachment 336334 View attachment 336335 View attachment 336336 Now to get fix a gearbox...
View ArticleJohn Deere 165 Starting Problem
Was given a 1986-1988 John Deere 165 Hydro (minus many components) with the 460v Kawasaki 12.5 hp motor. I replaced the starter, ignition switch, voltage regulator, and ignitor. At times when starting...
View ArticleKawasaki Oil filter changes
Hey guys, how often are you changing your oil filters on Kawasaki FD engines. I have the 851D on my Scag TT2 and the manual says to change every 200 hours. That seems like a long time to me. Shouldn't...
View ArticleZDDP (zinc/phosphorus) in oil and used in EFI engines.
People in this industry (at least me & others I know) often gravitate towards oils with added zinc & phosphorus (ZDDP) which is an anti-wear additive that use to be prevalent in modern oils....
View ArticleWhen a engine blows up or is done what are usually the causes???
ok for what reasons do engines fail?? I think the main reason for about 85% would be ran with low oil or no oil. I'm sure a few go bad due to a manufactures defects and ones that go for 3500 4000 hours...
View ArticleAfternoon all Tim here
Anyone have a Scag Zcat ? Recently purchased one used I have done all regular maintenance including belts. But when engage blades has a pretty loud high pitch sound I have other scags can not figure...
View ArticleWright Stander spindle 52 inch 71460134
I was wondering if anyone could help me I need a spindle for my rapid Hite mower 52-inch 714-60134 is the part number wondering where the cheapest place to get it everyone wants 200 or more
View ArticleCar Truck Battery tester
I want to get a pretty good tester that can load test battery. Tired driving to Auto Zone type places . This is kind I am looking for don't want to spend more than $200...
View ArticleToro SS 5000 home use started leaving clumps, high lift blades and side...
For some reason my ss 5000 has started accumulating grass and then leaving clumps. THis has been happening for about a month now. I've pulled the deck and cleaned everything out from under it. What...
View ArticleOlder Bobcat hydro walkbehind question
I am wondering about adjusting the hydros on this older mower (930307). I have never owned a Bobcat hydro and I can't seem to get the hydros adjusted right. When I bought it the guy didn't know what he...
View ArticleQuestion On Replacement Kawasaki Engine?
I have a older Scag Belt Driven 36inch Walk behind and i need to get a new replacement engine. The model engine i have is a FH451-VAS09. This engine is discontinued due to environmental issues. Does...
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