Just want to say thank you again. Got the problem fixed. You were 100% right. It was the gas filter. Change the air filter also. It’s running like a brand new one now.
The fuel filter bit may be useful for my dad's mower (he has the same model). That said, I'm currently dealing with a different issue with his mower right now. When I try to engage the blades, the switch on the panel isn't engaging them at all. I'm not even hearing a click when I press it down or pull it up. We've tried swapping fuses, and that hasn't done anything to help the issue. Other than that, the mower runs fine, though we did have to get the engine replaced recently due to damage from a mix of age and lack of coolant (coolant leak caused further issues). Do you think it could be the switch itself, or could it be the gear box/shifter? (The dealership said it might be the latter option, despite them not saying that looked like a possible issue when they worked on the mower previously)
I've had those yellow blade engagement press switches fail in the past. They are easy to remove and connect up an ohm meter to test their function. Try that first before you assume the gear box.
They couldn’t fathom that a $7 filter, installed by the owner could fix so many issues haha. They wanted to charge you the “diagnostic” fee and just change the filter themselves and charge you $30 for the part.
@Dario - for sure. I was actually disappointed in myself that I paid $7 for the filter that I know I could have gotten online or another store for $3. Thanks for watching.
hi and thank having same issues and dealer problem of down time without mower besides the gas filter! would it throw a engine code too its a scagg cheetah with 31 hpp efi thanks again john lombardi canandaigua ny
Ultimately, it was the fuel filter. Although if you know that you recently hit something while mowing, you very well could have stretched your belt which will manifest in slippage or bogging down, especially in higher grass. In line with an old shop quote "Go cheap, go easy", I would start with replacing your fuel filter, then sharpen your blades, then get a new belt (if needed). Good luck and thanks for watching.
I replaced the cutter deck belt. That is the one that will stretch if you hit something significant. The belt will look and run fine cutting light stuff, however, it will be just a biiiiiittttt stretched so that when you hit thick grass it slips under that load and the blades won't cut. Took me a while to figure that one out. I usually have 2-3 belts on hand at all times. There are a couple of good online sources so you don't have to spend lotsa money at the dealer or for Scag belts. Good luck!
since you got back to me and thank you for that maybe you can still h elp i swap filter and spark plugs no change i have a code of 0=3=1=0 any idea what this is been surfing would be smple to go to a book and read that---= this thank again
Wish I could help you. My Scags are older and do not have the check engine light. I've never had to chase codes on my mowers. Keep searching; there are some good forums out there that should be able to provide you a direction to go. Good luck!
Just want to say thank you again. Got the problem fixed. You were 100% right. It was the gas filter. Change the air filter also. It’s running like a brand new one now.
Love it! Sure is wonderful when things run like they're new. Especially with simple fixes. Enjoy it.....and thanks for watching.
Try swapping out the ignition coils. It works.
The fuel filter bit may be useful for my dad's mower (he has the same model). That said, I'm currently dealing with a different issue with his mower right now. When I try to engage the blades, the switch on the panel isn't engaging them at all. I'm not even hearing a click when I press it down or pull it up. We've tried swapping fuses, and that hasn't done anything to help the issue. Other than that, the mower runs fine, though we did have to get the engine replaced recently due to damage from a mix of age and lack of coolant (coolant leak caused further issues). Do you think it could be the switch itself, or could it be the gear box/shifter? (The dealership said it might be the latter option, despite them not saying that looked like a possible issue when they worked on the mower previously)
I've had those yellow blade engagement press switches fail in the past. They are easy to remove and connect up an ohm meter to test their function. Try that first before you assume the gear box.
They couldn’t fathom that a $7 filter, installed by the owner could fix so many issues haha. They wanted to charge you the “diagnostic” fee and just change the filter themselves and charge you $30 for the part.
@Dario - for sure. I was actually disappointed in myself that I paid $7 for the filter that I know I could have gotten online or another store for $3. Thanks for watching.
hi and thank having same issues and dealer problem of down time without mower besides the gas filter! would it throw a engine code too its a scagg cheetah with 31 hpp efi thanks again john lombardi canandaigua ny
I hope you are able to get it resolved. Not having a mower while things are growing sucks. Thanks for watching.
You mentioned you replaced the belt and fuel filter, which one fixed the bogging down issue?
Ultimately, it was the fuel filter. Although if you know that you recently hit something while mowing, you very well could have stretched your belt which will manifest in slippage or bogging down, especially in higher grass. In line with an old shop quote "Go cheap, go easy", I would start with replacing your fuel filter, then sharpen your blades, then get a new belt (if needed). Good luck and thanks for watching.
@@thedangerson awesome thank you! Which belt did you end up replacing as well? The deck belt or drive belt?
I replaced the cutter deck belt. That is the one that will stretch if you hit something significant. The belt will look and run fine cutting light stuff, however, it will be just a biiiiiittttt stretched so that when you hit thick grass it slips under that load and the blades won't cut. Took me a while to figure that one out. I usually have 2-3 belts on hand at all times. There are a couple of good online sources so you don't have to spend lotsa money at the dealer or for Scag belts. Good luck!
Sounds good, I’ll order one as well. Do you happen to have a video on how to replace the belt? 😊
Unfortunately not. But there are several on YT by searching "Scag belt replacement". It is quite easy with a 1/2" socket wrench.
going get new filter today
My local SKAG dealer seems to be full of friendly but clueless parts employees..
Your wife mows, lucky guy!
Indeed!
since you got back to me and thank you for that maybe you can still h elp i swap filter and spark plugs no change i have a code of 0=3=1=0 any idea what this is been surfing would be smple to go to a book and read that---= this thank again
Wish I could help you. My Scags are older and do not have the check engine light. I've never had to chase codes on my mowers. Keep searching; there are some good forums out there that should be able to provide you a direction to go. Good luck!
@@thedangerson ok thanks
Your filter is on backwards
Yes, it is (was). Good eye.