After watching your video, that was posted 6 years ago, I checked out my tractor and this is exactly what's wrong with mine. I had no idea what was wrong with it. Now I do and it looks like a cheap and easy fix. Thanks very much for sharing this video!!!
Woopedoeee I’ve struggled for over 2 years with my tractor , I almost put it on the side of the street with a sign “ Free “ , I am checking the brakes tomorrow. Thank you master !!.
This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.
👍👍👍 You just helped me on my MTD Ranch King 4 wheel steer, ( that’s been setting for 5 plus years) so I can move it up to my garage, to pull the trans axel out because it won’t go into reverse. Decided to get it going so I don’t have to keep taking my mower over to my Mother in law. Thanks A Lot!
Thanks for the upload, the guys at my local small engine shop said it would take a few hours to do this repair. Thanks to your video I had it done in 30 minutes. I sent them your video, maybe they can learn something
he only showed half a repair job on this brake, you also have to remove the brake disc if it is not sliding on the shaft correctly, the other brake shoe is behind it and will often be wore out first
I was baffled why my new (to me) mower was stuck. Had been sitting for a long time previously, I thought the rear end was broken. Turns out it was the brake, exactly as you described in your video. Thank you so much!!!
I have been trying my best to figure this out and today I stumbled on your video. Now tomorrow morning I will be working on the brakes. Just wished it was closer to the shop, LOL.
I picked up a really nice 12hp Ariens riding mower for $30 last December, turned out the parking brake had locked up. I use it to mow the flying field I use for RC Planes. As you said, they can lock up and people think its the transmission.
Jeff - I've got a Craftsman riding lawn mower model 917276641. Last year, I heard a big clunk while mowing and a noticeable loss of power (speed) in the mower. I changed the drive belt. When I engaged the push moving option, it is still difficult to push in neutral with the brake off. It moves forward and in reverse and has about the same speed but you hear a grinding noise as mowing like it is stuck in one gear or not engaging all the way. Is there a way to change the transmission fluid? Any ideas what it might be other than a trashed transmission?
I guess the same setup is found on a John Deere. I have an older model, 135, bought back in 2006. No issue with the brakes though. Very interesting vid, thanks! 👍👍
Wow very informative I have a MTD it's slightly different than that one but like you say they all are the same the problem I'm having is by stepping on it to release the brake the wheel doesn't roll at all I also have the problem of a not starting I will look at your other video on problems when it won't start because I think I have that same problem
Good to know information. I did not know the disc brake was on the differential. Before I took it out, I smacked it a couple of times with a small hammer and problem solved. At least I know what to do and where to do it if it happens again. Guess you CAN teach an old dog new tricks.
What's the feeler gauge size between the brake disc and brake pad when the brakes are not engaged? I can get brakes to stop tractor easily. But if they are not adjusted on the money, the brakes stop the tractor, but when put in park and in neutral the brakes won't hold the tractor.
Much thanks - the brakes were one of two problems, the other was the idler belt. Now will be adding another item to my cleaning checklist! BTW - A socket wrench makes that much, much easier! :)
I picked up an Ariens Rear engine riding lawn mower for $30 . The owner thought the transmission was broken as the rear wheels wouldn't even move. We had to pick up the rear end to get it on the trailer. After I got it home, I used PB Blaster on the brake and after a day of sitting I was able to hand push the mower around the yard. I put fresh fuel in it and it fired right up. I was able to drive it around and even run the mower. I did end up replacing both belts as they were dry rotted. I had to replace both front tires as those were dry rotted as well. There was NO RUST in the mower deck or lawn mower frame. The only rust was the brake disk that I removed and cleaned it up. It's an 8hp single blade mower. I cleaned up the deck and repainted it antique white and repainted the black on the engine and frame just to brighten it up. I also repainted the Ariens orange paint and clear coated everything. It's a 1979 rider but looks and runs like new. I give my grandkids rides on it around our neighbor hood, they love that! I cannot get myself to sell it now. The seat is like new. I swear this mower was hardly used even after all those years. Besides the slightly faded paint and belts, its a great mower. The blade ends were brand new when I got it too!
some carb cleaner would clean that dirt and grass off. Question. did you see if it rolled with the brakes removed to know if that was the problem? Excellent video! I need all the help I can get!!
Thanks for the vid. My brakes work fine while in use, but the parking brake won't engage. I have a TB30R 30" rider. I really don't want to call a repair guy because I KNOW they will charge me a lot more. Unfortunately, I can't find a video for my particular rider to repair it.
Found brake mechanism based on your video(don't have a floor jack) spent several minutes pushing packed in grass/debris out with fingers, pen, screwdriver; sprayed the___ out of it with WD40, now tractor pushes easy w/o removing mechanism(thankfully I'm no mechanic); THANKS
I got a mower today, a craftsman lt1500 for 50 bucks that will not roll forward or backwards on the ground but when the wheels are off the ground they will spin then they will lock but will soon again. It didn't have a bypass rod key to unlock the rear axle so I don't know if someone locked it and took out that bypass rod. What do you think could be the problem. I also buy mowers and fix'em up. I greatly appreciate if you would point me in the right direction, thank you God bless...
Most older lawnmowers don't have a neutral bypass lever. Maybe the brake/pad/rod mechanism is sticking and unsticking (like in this video)and needs to be cleaned
Question, I have a troy bilt bronco 42". The brake/clutch pedal goes all the way down. I cant get it to go in reverse while pedal is depressed. Once motor is off, it goes in fine. Suggestion?
Thank you for the quick video, very helpful! I have a 1995 Ranch King by MTD, and I am looking for information on the transmission, was curious if yours would be similar?
@Jeff's Liitle Engine Service- Craftsman LT-1000. Hydrostat trans. Brought it used last week. Can't fig out few things. Runs and mows fine I guess. In Neutral the mower still wants to move as if it is geared moven.? brakes- The right rod out dash does nothing. It just moves when cluch brake pedal is pressed on left side. As for the brakes, I get no brake at all. Pad between disk does look wore. All parts are attached, but press brake clutch pedal and nothing. Pads or nothing move?
Great demonstration, thank you. I hope this is all that is wrong with my Troy-bilt's wheels that won't turn at all. I do not want to have to work on the transmission. Thanks again Jeff.
Just today the old wards elite started the same symptoms when I tried to push it backwards. I wanted to ask how to properly adjust the deck. I recently packed and painted the deck + spindles. It cuts great but can't get it to lower all the way down. Below the third notch there's no more movmnt. Please help.
Wondering if you can help me? I'm trying to rebuild an old riding mower. I cleaned the brakes and put it all back together. The problem is now the brakes work when the pedal is up and when I push down the mower moves. When I first had the mower the brakes/clutch work when I push on the pedal. I've exhausted all my options. Do you know what could be wrong?
Would this be the same problem I'm having I pulled the lever from back of mower to put in neutral and it doesn't want to roll and when I start it up and tried to go forward it goes in reverse only
I was just wondering, I was looking to start tuning up mowers next spring for some extra money. I was just wanted to know where you guys find out all these details such as flywheel torque (just an example, not looking to do that for a tune up), spark plug gap, all these little measurements. I'm sure you have them memorized but you had to learn somewhere. I am having trouble finding reliable service manuals. I want to do the most comprehensive and accurate tuneup possible and so many mowers are different so I was just looking for some insight. Thanks!
How to make the pads last longer. A hose clamp is the right width. Just needs to be cut to length. You can use them as shims to push the pads closer to the Brake Rotor. Just sand the pads smooth where the rotor cut its grove. Place your shims behind the pads. Lot cheaper than $16+ for 2 new pads
Mine won't go in netrual it hasn't been ran in about 5years but if I jack up the rear end and spent the tiresome spins one way and ones spins the other way so I don't think the break is locked you think if I get it started and run it it will free up and go into netrual
Why did putting your mower in park cause the wheels to stop turning since they had been working before? Also will that happen again each time I put the mower in park. .
not sure what you are asking, putting it in Park does engage the brake too...so if the brake is sticking it may not move after you take it out of Park because the brake is stuck again.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService My mower was stuck in park and would not move. So I decided I would follow your directions fixing the brakes but as soon as I jacked it up it popped out of park. I didn't do a cleaning but I imagine I will have to in the future. Your directions were crystal clear so I'm pretty sure I will be able to do it. I have a cub cadet lxt 1050. RUclips is so great for people like me and I do appreciate your video. Thank You!
One wheel is moving the direction you're turning it and the other one is rotating in the other direction. If they won't turn on the ground, they won't both turn in the same direction when jacked up either.
It's more trouble than they are worth to have to get my riding mower into a repair shop. Only 3 years old and won't start. A John Deere D140. We have 2.5 acres to mow but I'm going back to my walk behind because its so much work to move the riding mower and winch it into the utility trailer. If the riding mowers were more reliable it would be different but one hernia is enough.
Years ago I took the time to learn how to do maintenance on my rider. If you take your time you'll find it's not very difficult and you don't need special tools (maybe an odd shaped funnel for oil changes). I can disconnect my deck, change belts, blades and springs as needed; make adjustments to the brake, shift lever and deck level in about an hour. We're talking about an hour of work per season (maybe two hours for your larger mowing area). Believe me, it's not that bad.
Since obviously we are not braking a wheel, what is the disc connected to? We are braking a shaft in the transmission? I think it wouild be good to clean and smooth the inside of the arm and maybe lubricate it where it rubs against the outside part of the pins. These systems are so exposed it is no wonder they go bad.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService Thank you - I'll review that. The worst thing is I fixed it half a decade ago & forgot what the stupid little fix was! lol ty again
Question would the mower start if this were the problem ? I’m pretty sure this is the issue I’m having but my mower won’t start , flywheel won’t budge. It was able to go in Neutral and we pushed it to the trailer , I put on the brake and took it out of neutral then when when we went to take it off the trailer I couldn’t get it back in neutral and it looks like the brake is stuck because when I move the tractor it doesn’t budge , not moving freely like you said it should. Anyways thanks for any feedback hoping this is all I need to do and I’ll be back running I don’t know anything about this stuff
Yes it should start. If it has been sitting a long time, I have seen belts rusted onto the engine pulley before preventing the engine from turning over.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService ok thanks for the input , I think everything was moving freely while we pushed it to the trailer. it’s just a old polan pro 17.5 hp automatic so belt driven. But I guess if we were able to get it in neutral and move it to the trailer everything wasn’t locked up before hand. Had a stomach bug so haven’t messed with it but going to see if that’s all it needs tomorrow
Generally cleaning your machine will help prevent most issues. To anyone thinking that washing your machine causes rust, does it cause your vehicle to rust or help prevent it? Store your machine with the deck raised and not beside a building or in tall grass or mud. Wash and dry, then store in a dry place if possible
This video is still helping people out five years later. Thanks man, this was the exact problem with my brakes.
Happy it helped!
Make it six years😃
After watching your video, that was posted 6 years ago, I checked out my tractor and this is exactly what's wrong with mine. I had no idea what was wrong with it. Now I do and it looks like a cheap and easy fix. Thanks very much for sharing this video!!!
Righton! Glad I could help
Woopedoeee I’ve struggled for over 2 years with my tractor , I almost put it on the side of the street with a sign “ Free “ , I am checking the brakes tomorrow. Thank you master !!.
This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.
👍👍👍 You just helped me on my MTD Ranch King 4 wheel steer, ( that’s been setting for 5 plus years) so I can move it up to my garage, to pull the trans axel out because it won’t go into reverse. Decided to get it going so I don’t have to keep taking my mower over to my Mother in law. Thanks A Lot!
Thanks for the upload, the guys at my local small engine shop said it would take a few hours to do this repair. Thanks to your video I had it done in 30 minutes. I sent them your video, maybe they can learn something
he only showed half a repair job on this brake, you also have to remove the brake disc if it is not sliding on the shaft correctly, the other brake shoe is behind it and will often be wore out first
@@jeffrobison2013 Nonetheless, it's still not a few hours repair.
Probably because they charge so much per hr. Like maybe $100 per hr, that's I've been charged before
I was baffled why my new (to me) mower was stuck. Had been sitting for a long time previously, I thought the rear end was broken. Turns out it was the brake, exactly as you described in your video. Thank you so much!!!
Don’t feel bad, I had one brought to me to overhaul, just brake stuck 😊😊😊
I have been trying my best to figure this out and today I stumbled on your video. Now tomorrow morning I will be working on the brakes. Just wished it was closer to the shop, LOL.
Sometimes you can pry it loose with a screwdriver, a temporary fix
Thank you!!!! We followed the directions and it worked perfectly. Mower is moving!! You saved us time, trouble and money.
Good video man. No lame music just chickens and its straight to the repair lol
I learn something every day with help from guys like you. Thank you.
Not what I was looking for but loved the chickens, thumbs up!
Glad you enjoyed
By far the best the video I’ve seen regarding this problem! Well done sir!
Thanks!
AWESOME! My mower is not moving so I am going to check this out. Thank you so much!
A real “show stopper “. Nicely explained.
I picked up a really nice 12hp Ariens riding mower for $30 last December, turned out the parking brake had locked up. I use it to mow the flying field I use for RC Planes. As you said, they can lock up and people think its the transmission.
This video helped me a lot. My repair was successful and quite smooth, believe it or not!
righton, nice work
Thanks for helping me again with a lawn mower issue!!
Glad to help
Excellent, simple and straight forward☀️thank you
Thanks for making and sharing this helpful video.
Thanks man, I just got one of them turf power mtd engines, and this happened to me. It took me for ever to find this video
Nice job! I've never worked on brakes on a mower. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for the information, it was very useful and solved my problem. Only took 30 min or so with most of it being spent on cleaning the rust/dirt.
Jeff - I've got a Craftsman riding lawn mower model 917276641. Last year, I heard a big clunk while mowing and a noticeable loss of power (speed) in the mower. I changed the drive belt. When I engaged the push moving option, it is still difficult to push in neutral with the brake off. It moves forward and in reverse and has about the same speed but you hear a grinding noise as mowing like it is stuck in one gear or not engaging all the way. Is there a way to change the transmission fluid? Any ideas what it might be other than a trashed transmission?
that sounds bad...I would suggest taking a close look at all of the belt pulleys and everything underneath to hopefully see the issue.
I guess the same setup is found on a John Deere. I have an older model, 135, bought back in 2006. No issue with the brakes though. Very interesting vid, thanks! 👍👍
Cool video I use a dowel wrapped in sand paper to clean to plunger ports
Wow very informative I have a MTD it's slightly different than that one but like you say they all are the same the problem I'm having is by stepping on it to release the brake the wheel doesn't roll at all I also have the problem of a not starting I will look at your other video on problems when it won't start because I think I have that same problem
Great video Jeff, you did an good job with it. Left with no questions.
thank you
Good to know information. I did not know the disc brake was on the differential. Before I took it out, I smacked it a couple of times with a small hammer and problem solved. At least I know what to do and where to do it if it happens again. Guess you CAN teach an old dog new tricks.
Right on
What's the feeler gauge size between the brake disc and brake pad when the brakes are not engaged?
I can get brakes to stop tractor easily. But if they are not adjusted on the money, the brakes stop the tractor, but when put in park and in neutral the brakes won't hold the tractor.
not sure. usually 1/2 a turn in (clockwise) makes a difference, adjust 1/2 turn in at a time
Had problem, watched your video and fixed in no time. Thanks 🙏for the tip.
I have a toro wheelhorse 11-32. It is difficult to get into neutral .. any ideas?
Yes it did! Same exact problem with my mower. Could hardly move it in and out of garage when not started. I will fix that next spring.
Much thanks - the brakes were one of two problems, the other was the idler belt. Now will be adding another item to my cleaning checklist! BTW - A socket wrench makes that much, much easier! :)
It’s very very common in spring time after setting all winter
Every one should check it
Thanks, AWESOME VIDEO, great explanation walk through, take care blessings. 😉👍
Thank you
excellent jeff..A great help for me and many others.. JDS Mobile mower repair
Thanks friend!
I picked up an Ariens Rear engine riding lawn mower for $30 . The owner thought the transmission was broken as the rear wheels wouldn't even move. We had to pick up the rear end to get it on the trailer. After I got it home, I used PB Blaster on the brake and after a day of sitting I was able to hand push the mower around the yard. I put fresh fuel in it and it fired right up. I was able to drive it around and even run the mower. I did end up replacing both belts as they were dry rotted. I had to replace both front tires as those were dry rotted as well. There was NO RUST in the mower deck or lawn mower frame. The only rust was the brake disk that I removed and cleaned it up. It's an 8hp single blade mower. I cleaned up the deck and repainted it antique white and repainted the black on the engine and frame just to brighten it up. I also repainted the Ariens orange paint and clear coated everything. It's a 1979 rider but looks and runs like new. I give my grandkids rides on it around our neighbor hood, they love that! I cannot get myself to sell it now. The seat is like new. I swear this mower was hardly used even after all those years. Besides the slightly faded paint and belts, its a great mower. The blade ends were brand new when I got it too!
nice!
some carb cleaner would clean that dirt and grass off. Question. did you see if it rolled with the brakes removed to know if that was the problem? Excellent video! I need all the help I can get!!
I didn't because I knew it was the brakes it's a common problem
@@JeffsLittleEngineService Well thank you, I enjoyed the video...and your little helpers!
Thanks for the vid. My brakes work fine while in use, but the parking brake won't engage. I have a TB30R 30" rider. I really don't want to call a repair guy because I KNOW they will charge me a lot more. Unfortunately, I can't find a video for my particular rider to repair it.
Thank you. I give MTD an F for leaving this information out of the Op Manual.
Can you loosen one of the nuts to loosen the pads in order to push one?
it's possible I have used a screwdriver to pry it loose at the disc before
Found brake mechanism based on your video(don't have a floor jack) spent several minutes pushing packed in grass/debris out with fingers, pen, screwdriver; sprayed the___ out of it with WD40, now tractor pushes easy w/o removing mechanism(thankfully I'm no mechanic); THANKS
Glad it helped
I got a mower today, a craftsman lt1500 for 50 bucks that will not roll forward or backwards on the ground but when the wheels are off the ground they will spin then they will lock but will soon again.
It didn't have a bypass rod key to unlock the rear axle so I don't know if someone locked it and took out that bypass rod. What do you think could be the problem. I also buy mowers and fix'em up. I greatly appreciate if you would point me in the right direction, thank you God bless...
Most older lawnmowers don't have a neutral bypass lever. Maybe the brake/pad/rod mechanism is sticking and unsticking (like in this video)and needs to be cleaned
Where does the speed shifter linkage hook to the transmission to shift? I have one that is stuck In first gear.
Great presentation. Thanks for your help. Stay safe.
Thanks, you too!
Question, I have a troy bilt bronco 42". The brake/clutch pedal goes all the way down. I cant get it to go in reverse while pedal is depressed. Once motor is off, it goes in fine. Suggestion?
Thanks for video helped me fix my new used mower!
Thank you for the quick video, very helpful!
I have a 1995 Ranch King by MTD, and I am looking for information on the transmission, was curious if yours would be similar?
@Jeff's Liitle Engine Service- Craftsman LT-1000. Hydrostat trans. Brought it used last week. Can't fig out few things. Runs and mows fine I guess. In Neutral the mower still wants to move as if it is geared moven.? brakes- The right rod out dash does nothing. It just moves when cluch brake pedal is pressed on left side. As for the brakes, I get no brake at all. Pad between disk does look wore. All parts are attached, but press brake clutch pedal and nothing. Pads or nothing move?
I learned something today, thanks.
Would the brakes be the reason my rear end on my mower is locked up
could be
Mine is locked up this same way and also won’t start. Ran fine last weekend. Will this problem keep it from starting as well?
No
Great demonstration, thank you. I hope this is all that is wrong with my Troy-bilt's wheels that won't turn at all. I do not want to have to work on the transmission. Thanks again Jeff.
Just today the old wards elite started the same symptoms when I tried to push it backwards. I wanted to ask how to properly adjust the deck. I recently packed and painted the deck + spindles. It cuts great but can't get it to lower all the way down. Below the third notch there's no more movmnt. Please help.
Wondering if you can help me? I'm trying to rebuild an old riding mower. I cleaned the brakes and put it all back together. The problem is now the brakes work when the pedal is up and when I push down the mower moves. When I first had the mower the brakes/clutch work when I push on the pedal. I've exhausted all my options. Do you know what could be wrong?
recheck that you put the washer that goes on the linkage in the correct place
@@JeffsLittleEngineService Will do! Ty.
Would this be the same problem I'm having I pulled the lever from back of mower to put in neutral and it doesn't want to roll and when I start it up and tried to go forward it goes in reverse only
Try rocking it back and forth as you try to put it in forward, might help.
There is a bolt right next to the breaks the he removed. It’s a bigger bolt going into the gearbox try loosen it slight and that should help you out.
@@redfaman fixed and that wasn't the problem
Thanks, Just tried what you showed and it work,
Nice!
Thanks for posting this informative & entertaining video. Time now for a cold beer !
How to remove the mowing bucket
This was very helpful. Fixed my problem. Thanks.
Great post. Sure takes the mystery out of it. Now I guess I have to put my beer down.
lol!
I'm working on my friends Yard Machine Mower just like this one. Same problem. thanks for the help.
J
I was just wondering, I was looking to start tuning up mowers next spring for some extra money. I was just wanted to know where you guys find out all these details such as flywheel torque (just an example, not looking to do that for a tune up), spark plug gap, all these little measurements. I'm sure you have them memorized but you had to learn somewhere. I am having trouble finding reliable service manuals. I want to do the most comprehensive and accurate tuneup possible and so many mowers are different so I was just looking for some insight. Thanks!
most info is available online or on RUclips! I also own all Briggs and Stratton Service Manuals.
you can download Briggs and Stratton service manuals online for free, that's what I use.
Love your crew
How to make the pads last longer. A hose clamp is the right width. Just needs to be cut to length. You can use them as shims to push the pads closer to the Brake Rotor. Just sand the pads smooth where the rotor cut its grove. Place your shims behind the pads. Lot cheaper than $16+ for 2 new pads
I like your chickens their cool what kind are they ??
Thanks friend. They are called silkies. They lay pink eggs. I love em.
My more like that won't move in neutral but I can drive it to cut grass Can you tell me why.
Mine won't go in netrual it hasn't been ran in about 5years but if I jack up the rear end and spent the tiresome spins one way and ones spins the other way so I don't think the break is locked you think if I get it started and run it it will free up and go into netrual
What's with not cleaning the area and the hole part?
I fix mowers, rarely do I clean them
Thank you for you vid. I've watched your other vids. Good stuff.
I appreciate that!
Why did putting your mower in park cause the wheels to stop turning since they had been working before? Also will that happen again each time I put the mower in park. .
not sure what you are asking, putting it in Park does engage the brake too...so if the brake is sticking it may not move after you take it out of Park because the brake is stuck again.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService My mower was stuck in park and would not move. So I decided I would follow your directions fixing the brakes but as soon as I jacked it up it popped out of park. I didn't do a cleaning but I imagine I will have to in the future. Your directions were crystal clear so I'm pretty sure I will be able to do it. I have a cub cadet lxt 1050. RUclips is so great for people like me and I do appreciate your video. Thank You!
Why is it my rear wheels spin freely with no resistance when its jack up? When it's sitting the ground they wont move at all?
it's just the way the transaxle works
One wheel is moving the direction you're turning it and the other one is rotating in the other direction. If they won't turn on the ground, they won't both turn in the same direction when jacked up either.
That’s exactly what my problem was! Thanks!
You're welcome!
Looks like the Peerless I am currently using on my Rat Rod Tractor. I think that later on this year I will swap it out for a 5 speed.
How do I get the deck support off in a older troy bilt mower so I can get the deck belt off
That help me a lot , but there’s a loose clip that dont know to put it back ,, i think it connect to the gear or shifter,, does anybody knows!?!
oh yeah that thing sucks to put on unless you see how it is supposed to go. Watch someones belt replacement video it may show it
How bout that? Brakes are stuck & not a bad tranny.same issue,wont move in nuetral.cross my fingers hoping thisll be the issue.
Okay I got a Craftsman lawn mower and I will not go in gear and it hard is that the same problem
possibly
It's more trouble than they are worth to have to get my riding mower into a repair shop. Only 3 years old and won't start. A John Deere D140. We have 2.5 acres to mow but I'm going back to my walk behind because its so much work to move the riding mower and winch it into the utility trailer. If the riding mowers were more reliable it would be different but one hernia is enough.
Years ago I took the time to learn how to do maintenance on my rider. If you take your time you'll find it's not very difficult and you don't need special tools (maybe an odd shaped funnel for oil changes). I can disconnect my deck, change belts, blades and springs as needed; make adjustments to the brake, shift lever and deck level in about an hour. We're talking about an hour of work per season (maybe two hours for your larger mowing area). Believe me, it's not that bad.
love the bamboo fencing...would love to know about how you set that up and I thank you
What can make an MTD riding lawnmower engine loosen up every time I use it
bent shaft perhaps? too much vibration
@@JeffsLittleEngineService Thanks is there any way to fix it
Since obviously we are not braking a wheel, what is the disc connected to? We are braking a shaft in the transmission? I think it wouild be good to clean and smooth the inside of the arm and maybe lubricate it where it rubs against the outside part of the pins. These systems are so exposed it is no wonder they go bad.
yes
I have the same POS MTD That's been sitting for...a decade likely...and it always had an issue where it CANNOT go into neutral. WHY?!
may have a problem with shifter shaft spring
@@JeffsLittleEngineService Thank you - I'll review that. The worst thing is I fixed it half a decade ago & forgot what the stupid little fix was! lol ty again
This is a great Vidd,its exactly what I need to do to get my mower unstuck! 👍👍😃
I saved the pads from cars when I changed them and cut them to fit the mower when they wore out
LIKES THE DOG--CHECKIN YOU OUT..
Excellent work as always....
So you do head count everyday?
Thanks for the great video
Thanks for watching!
Question would the mower start if this were the problem ? I’m pretty sure this is the issue I’m having but my mower won’t start , flywheel won’t budge. It was able to go in Neutral and we pushed it to the trailer , I put on the brake and took it out of neutral then when when we went to take it off the trailer I couldn’t get it back in neutral and it looks like the brake is stuck because when I move the tractor it doesn’t budge , not moving freely like you said it should. Anyways thanks for any feedback hoping this is all I need to do and I’ll be back running I don’t know anything about this stuff
Yes it should start. If it has been sitting a long time, I have seen belts rusted onto the engine pulley before preventing the engine from turning over.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService ok thanks for the input , I think everything was moving freely while we pushed it to the trailer. it’s just a old polan pro 17.5 hp automatic so belt driven. But I guess if we were able to get it in neutral and move it to the trailer everything wasn’t locked up before hand. Had a stomach bug so haven’t messed with it but going to see if that’s all it needs tomorrow
If you drop a bolt in the hole it will help keep it from slipping off jack
Should you grease parts after cleaning? Nice video.
Yes you do. thanks for watching
Will this fix the problem where mower won't shift gears.
maybe
Does this solve the issue where one has to "rock" the mower back and forth so it'll move?
yes most likely
Just came across your channel. thanks for sharing all this great information.
Great!! Video Jeff a little engine thx for you explanation
I think this might be my problem. But I am going to use wd-40 on the 2 pulls under the plate and see if that fixes my problem.
Generally cleaning your machine will help prevent most issues. To anyone thinking that washing your machine causes rust, does it cause your vehicle to rust or help prevent it? Store your machine with the deck raised and not beside a building or in tall grass or mud. Wash and dry, then store in a dry place if possible
good tips
My birds responded to you activating the brake lever
Having this issue right now..thanks for the vid!🙂