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Trouble Shooting

Troubleshooting To troubleshoot you need to have a procedure. This procedure is setup so you can use all the information to determine what the actual problem is. Below is my trouble shooting...

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Price Files are now getting unreliable

I usually depend on my vendors price files to keep my system up to date pricing wise. Well today per telcon with my Gardner/Dixiesales sales rep I am not to trust the files anymore. Now it back to...

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Scott’s brand 42” mower deck

Hello to all, Is there a 42” deck for a Scott’s brand mower made by John deere, that is interchangeable? Spindle bolt holes have rusted out. Thanks in advance

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Poulan bvm200 only starts when primed

Runs until primer gas runs out.

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kohler coil conversion kit

I have a 9 yr old badboy zt740 3017 25 hp kohler and need to do the kohler coil conversion, I have the correct part # for the individuel coils which i can purchase 32-584 25-s, However my parts dealer...

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which combination????

Got a 2017 gravely hd zt 60. Switched out the OEM blades for some Oregon gator blades, believe G5? Wasn't impressed with the look & switched back. Year or 2 later, I bought a complete mulching kit...

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Cub cadet RZT 50 w/ 23 hp kawasaki

My cub cadet just clicks when I try to start it. I've already put a new starter solenoid switch on it

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Engine won't start

I have a general question about an engine that won't start. Ok its a Champion generator w/carburetor any help would be appreciated. Has electric starter, it gives a good start so to speak for 2-3...

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Is there money to be made by working?

I would like some input from members regarding making money by restoring riders. I am retired and started picking up old mowers to repair or restore for resale, or sometimes just giving them away to...

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Looking for Greenworks mower blades?

What are proper blades numbers for Greenworks 42” 80 volt zero turn mower model CRZ428? what are proper blades numbers for Greenworks 21” 80 volt mower model LMB455? what is proper chain bar number for...

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Vision Issues

I wear one of those white k95 masks when I'm mowing and that keep me OK for breathing... but I'm really getting tired of all the dirt and dust getting in to my eyes! I tried some goggles once that were...

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Is there a solution for this?

For the past 3 years I've been using my Toro TimeCutter MX 5475 and it's been performing great so far. But, one thing that irritates me is that the front wheels have to be greased fairly frequently...

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Turf cat 628D

Does any one know where I can find a seal for hydraulic drive motor used by turf cat 628D ?

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Discharge Chute Blocker for Scag

I have a Scag Tiger Cat II with a 52" deck and I need to get a chute blocker. This is a mower I use on my personal property and I have a lot of beds that I mow around and I am tired of blowing grass...

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Hayter Harrier 56 won’t start when hot??

Hi all, I have a Hayter Harrier 56, late 2000 model (08/09) model. I have a severe problem where it will not start when hot. On the button when started from cold with manual choke applied. The mower...

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Husqvarna LD 128 brand new coil still no fire any ideas the weed eater is...

Husqvarna weed eater 128-LD brand new coil still no fire any ideas??

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Striping! Gotta love it!!

Gotta love when the mower leaves a good cut.

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Grasshopper 725K wont shut off

I just bought a 1997 grasshopper 725K. The previous owner had the motor rebuilt and said that it had started running on one cylinder. When I got to pick it up it started up and has been running great....

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LESCO 48" COMMERCIAL PLUS

Hello everyone, I'm Preston down south of Houston. Just retired my RTZ Cub. Purchased a 2006 Lesco Commercial Plus 48" zero turn. Really like the machine, seems to be built like a Tank. Rough Riding!...

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When to aerate...

Guys, I've got 2 types of aerators. One is the spikes which I used to pull behind me practically each time I mowed. Don't know if it helps, but the grass looked nice. Then I graduated to the plug type....

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High Altitude Carbs

I’ve been doing this work for a long time, but never had this question before. I am selling a used Stihl FS46 trimmer and a BG85C blower to an extreme novice who is moving from Wisconsin to Colorado. I...

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Bad Boy counterweight

Buying a ZT Elite tomorrow and I have 1 ditchbank to mow. I have mowed with my neighbors zt but not the ditch bank. I think I can get pretty close to the bottom however what are the thoughts on this???...

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Best traction

problem getting stuck , real soft large grass area Curious as to best traction ztr mower curently have John Deere Z TRAC 757 any sugestions Florida large pasture type grounds. KEN @all equip st...

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smallest zero turn

I'm looking for the smallest zero turn, something smaller than 33". Been searching, but getting goofy results on my searches. Currently mowing with a 60" zero and would like a small zero rather than a...

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Using spray on conditioners on V -BELTS- Does it really extend V belt life ?

Opinions on this subject ? I dont want to do it, if its a waste of time/ money or if it can cause issues like belt slippage.

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Cutting issue

I’ve got an older procat that’s leaving a portion of grass uncut. It’s not between the blades as you’d expect but instead appears on the backside cut on each blade. Sitting on the machine the left...

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Sthm scag hydrostatic pump

The Scagg mower I have recently quit working in reverse, very slow and jerky movements when applying reverse and works good in forward. the drive belt seems to be in good condition. Is this a sign that...

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E15 Coming this Summer

Well guys get ready E15 is coming this Summer if not already in your area. I done lost two new vacuum fuel pumps to it already.

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Carb adjustment tools

I have a full set?? of carb adjustment tools for 2 cycle carbs. But I have started to see some new configurations. Recently on a Chinese made engine and on a Stihl bower. The adjustment screws are...

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Craftsman LT 1000 mower deck question

Hi all, new to the forum. I'm rebuilding the deck on my craftsman LT 1000, 16 hp, 42 in cut mower. This mower is approx 1998 - 2000 I think. I have a question about one of the pulleys. I highlighted it...

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Making a checkerboard

Guys, as a homeowner, I mow 3 different patterns on my rectangular lawn, up & down, angle left to right, and angle right to left with a homemade stripping 'kit'. The resulting pattern looks pretty...

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Stihl MS-251 Idling issues

I recently purchased a Stihl MS-251, and it worked great for the first couple days of use, but now it's idling very hard on startup and the chain is spinning when no throttle is applied. When I do...

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B&S Opposed Twin Fuel Problem

Ok I need help. I have a Briggs and Stratton 19.5hp opposed twin engine with fuel issues. I am able to start and keep the engine running as long as I poor gas down the carb. Therefore, it must be a...

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Briggs or Kawasaki

I buying an engine for my Gravely 460 pro that I bought without the engine. Any thoughts, suggestions? Thank you!

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Jacobsen F10 hydraulic valve assembly parts

Hi Folks, I am having a whale of a time locating parts for cessna valve assembly vales 31932-2c and 31823-2c. Anyone that carries these items even salvage would be apprechiated. Thanks Cat_Bruce

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Weed Eating Secrets Please.

Unfortunately I need to use a weed eater on a smallish back yard with limited access. Is there a secret to getting a reasonably level outcome?

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kohler 26 hp need help pls

have a toro grandstand 60 inch deck it runs great until turning the deck on then it sounds and acts like it is losing half of its power i have checked coils changed plugs oil and oil filter in line...

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Husqvarna

Hi. I'm new boy to this forum. Just purchased a new battery Husqvarna Rider 112iC for my small-to-large lawn. I'm surprised at the noise it makes from the (what I presume is) the rear wheel drive. It...

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Husqvarna will crank but won't Start.

Husqvarna YTA 24v/48 Body Product #960450052, Serial #032717A040676 Serial # on engine is 16 0810 YG 30268 My son was mowing a few days ago and ran out of gas. He filled up the tank with no more than a...

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Exploding battery

I purchased a lawn mower battery back in 2018 and only used until late 2021. During that time I only put about 20 hours on the lawn mower. Then I had problems with the mower and didn't get running...

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Mulching blades that can still actually lift grass?

Gravely 60" ZT HD, 2017. Every fall I install https://www.gravely.com/en-us/part/zero-turn-mulching-kit---60-in-decks-79105900 the mulching kit, mainly because without it, the leaves blow out the side...

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To heel or not to heel..

It seems like I read somewhere, possibly on this forum, that the best cut resulted from a heeled deck. So several years back I lowered the rear 1/4 from the front. BTW, Gravely HD ZT 60 with I believe...

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Garden tractor pull build

im only 14 but I want to build a tractor for the garden tractor pulls like the riding mower ones. What is some of the best mowers to use? Front engine or rear engine? Hydrostatic or manual? Im guessing...

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Software

I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for software to run a landscaping, tree care, or other similar business. It's actually for pesticide treatment but I think there's some crossover as it...

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B&S 25hp twin plastic manifold replacement with metal?

Has anyone replaced a plastic manifold with a metal one? If so what was used, as the metal one I found was shorter. Make a spacer???

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Wire problem

When I turn the key on I lose the ground. The battery shows 12.75v I have ground before I turn the key on. But know thing. I have removed the ground bar on the shooting connector on my seat and still...

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Minimun Charge

Do any of you guys have a minimum amount you charge for repairs? Local JD dealer charges $100.00. Co-op $80.00. Trying to decide what to charge.

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Excel invoice template needed

Probably a long shot, but was wondering if anyone had a simple hourly invoice template for excel. I am doing some side work (tree/bush trimming and planting) and lack the knowledge on excel to develop...

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any one use an atv sprayer?

I have a 15 gallon atv sprayer that i use on the yards for various chemicals. It's actually convenient to use, especially with the wand. Any one else use this type of sprayer?

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Southern clay soil. ugh.

We live in south Kentucky, we moved here from Rochester in NYS. Back up north we had a fabulous lawn, but, down here we have tried just about every grass seed on the market (including zoysia pods) but...

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