I enjoyed it very much there was a little Yard Machine like that one in our garage when we first bought this house but they took it back with them perfect size it ain't a bulky machine thank you for the video
Hey Just came across your tutorial This drive system is same as the Craftsman utility mower. They over engineered both with too many pulleys and springs. Most parts are discontinued and obsolete. Craftsman does this ten year mark they discontinue parts then call them obsolete I’m a small engine tech fix and flip I found one of these in excellent shape. I’m thinking of buying it but don’t want to waste money if I can’t find parts if I happen to need for a sale. Nice tutorial
Thanks for taking the time to comment and subscribe it really helps.. your best bet for finding parts would be ebay for sure. I often find what I need there for this type of machine. I also have a local mower junkyard which comes in handy. I am actively looking for another one of these as the videos have been successful and people have other questions on them.. but no joy so far on finding another. Thankfully there are not too many parts on them to go bad or break. I donated this one to a local church after fixing it up.
Hey my friend. Thanks for your videos.Help me with some issues on the yard bug.I just bought. I am having an issue with the transmission. Going to replace the cables but as of right now, i'm not getting anything forward or reverse, even when I put it in gear manually. Maybe you would be able to help me out. Thank you.
Thanks for checking out my video.. the question is are you sure it's being put into gear? If the cables are broken inside the outer casing you will think it's going into gear but it's not. There is a T shaped piece of metal on the Trans itself .. that's on the back left side.. u have to remove the wheel to get to it.. trace the cable back to find the T where the cables connect.. it's about 4 inch wide if I remember correctly.. and make sure it's moving. Once u find it you can move it by hand u will feel it click in place when u move it.. I've seen that t shape bent or full of dirt n not moving.. try that first .. if it is actually moving and engaging then it's a trans issue (very rare) but I believe those trans are NOT SERVICEABLE.. so u can try messing with it. Look for leaks but normally you gotta find one on ebay.. let me know what u find
Munky I really appreciate your videos on the Yard Bug. On mine after I replaced the drive & trans belts my gas pedal aka variable speed pedal is very tight and will only go about half way forward. Can you give me any tips on how to adjust and fix this? Also the Video you did on how to trouble the non-starting was very helpful. I am trying to fix it so my son with Autism can ride it around the yard with me for fun.
Hi Travis usually if you put a new belt on and the pedal doesn't move much its a couple things to check.. 1st is belt size.. the length has to be correct for your specific mower.. there are several brands that make similar machines and the belts can vary in length from a quarter inch to 3/3 inch longer so be sure you have the right length.. the thickness is also important.. if it calls for 1/2 inch and you put on a 5/8 it actually makes it shorter because its thicker.. make sure the v side is facing the v.. make sure the belt is routed correctly, not outside of a keeper.. and make sure the spring on the tension lever is not jammed to the side or stuck somehow.. check those things and get back to me and we will try to figure out what else might be causing the problem
Thanks for showing the routing of the belts, been looking on line at the same videos you have, they are a waste of time, now I know I got them on right thanks
Hey buddy you wouldn't happen to know the deck belt size an length dam thing hard to find parts it seems il keep trying nothing coming up really for a deck belt i got my other belts from princess auto online good price showed up in 3 days have a good one cheers
another viewer asked me the same question last week.. this is what I found when I looked it up.. that video was over 2 years ago so double check and cross reference for your particular machine but here's a place to start....I just looked thru my records.. my particular one is a 5/8 inch thick belt.. 36 inches long.. u should be able to find one at napa or tractor supply or that kind of store in your area . Part# 754-0453.. all machines are specific so if u look it up on parts tree .. by model number on body u should find it
I have a Craftsman yard bug 500 and it is not that much different than this one. What I need is information on how to tighten the deck belt. I can't find anything and then I found you. Are you able to help me?
There is not really a way to tighten the deck belt per say.. they get stretched and worn and begin to slip and be too long .. that's when you know its time to change them.. Having said that, there is an arm with a pulley on it and a spring that keeps tension , if the new belt is too long and your sure its the correct size you can check the spring.. it can be rusted, broken or stretched.. if it looks damaged in any way it won't hold the correct tension and the belt will slip and be loose.. they are cheap and easy to change with a piece of string.. Be sure you get the correct length belt.. each manufacturer has a specified size and sometimes they are half inch sizes.. so if you got a belt from a box store it might be a bit too long.. if you need more information or part numbers or diagrams just let me know I will help you in any way I can. I am proud of you for fixing it yourself and I am glad to help.. please subscribe if you haven't already it really helps.. if you need more in depth info or diagrams just email me and we can get you sorted out
What size tire did u get from labor frieght. How is that wheel tire working out. I started to buy 2 for the front but I didn't think it would work. The tire on the lawnmower is 11x4x4. All harbor frieght had was 10 or 12, no 11
Yeah they only have tire that fit the smaller front wheels. Tires held up fine as far as I know.. I had it for months then donated it to a needy family and as far as I know tire still in good shape. As a mower tire it's great. We also use them on gokarts we build and they are pretty good
Hey, I hope you are doing well, I’m so glad I found you on here my Son and I just got our yard bug which was not running and cables broken so we can’t put it in gear so I was hoping if you had a video on how you put the transmission cables on also I see you have a side grass chute ours apparently had the basket that fit under the seat but we only have the grass attachment that fits the basket. You wouldn’t happen to have one for sell or the side chute either one would be great. Thank you for your time.
Hi and thanks so much for watching my vid and subscribing it helps a ton.. unfortunately that video was over 20 months ago and I did not do too many vids on it. those bugs are hard to find these days and i donated it to a family in need through my church.. as far as the grass catcher under the seat your best bet is Ebay.. they sell a plug that fits into the hole on the top of the deck so the mower acts as a mulcher and doesn't blow grass up into the machine under the seat. if you haven't already found a video to help I do remember the machine pretty well.. in order to get to the top side of the trans cables you remove the steering wheel and the plastic collar around the steering column and you will see the cables.. 2 of them and you need a 10mm wrench to remove them.. you then can follow the cables along the frame to the back right wheel.. if you remove that wheel you will see the cables attach to a t shaped pivot arm with a simple z bend that just goes through the hole.. no tools required.. to remove the deck you will see the front side attaches by just hanging.. I don't remember any clips.. that's how you raise and lower it.. for the back side there are 2 arms that extend from the frame to the deck and its a simple cotter pin and pin set.. remove the pins and the deck drops.. disconnect the blade engagement cable the same way and remove the belt if you need to. I am always here if you have questions.. I can always make you a video as a reaction to one I find on RUclips and print out some pages with pics if I need to. I am always willing to help the best I can and teaching kids these days is important.. hope this helped.. have a great night
@@MunkyWrench , thank you Sir, it’s spring break here so my Son and I will get out there and tackle it. I’ve looked on eBay and googled the grass chute but no luck, would you mind sending me the link for the mulch plug. But I just want to say we appreciate you and all you do on here to show how to work on everything, stay safe and we’ll be looking forward to your next project.
ok this is the part number for the side discharge chute/mulch plug Side Discharge Chute Item#: 731-1744 I found it on troy bilts website www.troybilt.com/en_US/all-products/side-discharge-chute/731-1744.html hope this helps @@darinelliott3026
@@MunkyWrench thank you for sending me that, but unfortunately it’s no longer available, but I typed that item number in eBay and I found one but he wanted $140 I think it was I made him an offer for $65 so we’ll see if he accepts it. I’m going to watch your video again on the belts so I order the correct ones. Thanks again for your assistance, have a great day
those parts are not being made anymore.. the trick will be to keep the part number and do a search once a week.. ebay changes all the time so sooner or later one will be available.. also you can just use something to block the hole.. usually you can get some thin sheet metal from the big box store and cut it with tin snips , bend it where needed to fit drill a few holes and rivet it on or even weld it on if you can.. and you can always cut a new hole in the side of the deck for discharge.. these little mowers were fun and useful but not a huge hit for consumers so finding parts is hard.. but modifying it yourself is perfectly fine.. @@darinelliott3026
I have done that and when not running or not running it goes into gear and when you press the go pedal you can hear something but wont always go in reverse
@mikethompson7290 I'm always curious as to what someone else does and still open to learning .. let me know what u end up doing.. BTW I meant track down new trans.. not whole new machine.. I do everything I can to keep old stuff going
would love a video on the deck install, my mower's deck hardly gets off the grass- it bottoms out three notches down and is uneven. Your vids have been great for me so far on the yard bug
There is lots of money in small engine repair. People don't know how to or have the time or patience to fix them. And availability is also a problem. I've been making some extra coin in searching for them, buying, fixing and reselling. All good!
Yes alot u can get free by cruising around a nice neighborhood on trash night right at dark. I buy some and fix as well.. the motorcycle vids that are being filmed now are a buy n sell.. thanks for stopping by. See u soon
I would have to look it up.. Best way is to get the model number off the body of the machine if u can and send to me.. I'll see what I can find in my records that was 2 yrs ago
I just looked thru my records.. my particular one is a 5/8 inch thick belt.. 36 inches long.. u should be able to find one at napa or tractor supply or that kind of store in your area . Part# 754-0453.. all machines are specific so if u look it up on parts tree .. by model number on body u should find it
thanks for watching and subscribing.. does the lever move when it is not running. the cables often get corroded and stuck inside the casing. are you talking about the lever for forward and reverse.. or the throttle lever? if the throttle lever wont move when its running it could be the governor in the motor has it jammed in the open position.. is the motor revving high? i'm here for any questions you have
@@MunkyWrench yes it’s the forward and reverse doesn’t move at all on or off i even follow the cable to the motor and where it’s connected on the bottom of the engine that doesn’t move nether and i tired all the break stuff hold it let off slowly and it doesn’t move at all
@@MunkyWrench and i appreciate you replying back you have the best video of the bug if you get a chance to get another one and do a detailed video of it would be awesome these little bugs are awesome and cute looking lol
@@JoseEscobedo-c2v yes if its the gear shift cables and they don't move at all.. they most likely swelled and corroded inside the sleeve.. these cables are the same as brake or shifter cables on a bike.. plastic outer sleeve stays still and the inner cable is steel and moved through the outer sleeve.. over the years they will rust and get stuck.. im proud of you for tracking them all the way to the rear end.. nice job.. you most likely have to remove the rear wheel to unhook them.. and you have to remove the steering column and wheel to get to them in the front but they are pretty easy to change with minimum tools.. its been a long time since that video but I believe to replace them both was around $50.. i used some standard mower cables and shifted by hand for a bit to test everything out then installed the proper cables and donated it to a family in need.. i am always on the lookout for another one cause I agree they are cool looking and its a popular video on my channel so hopefully I will get another one soon
Thanks so much for commenting and subscribing it means a lotCheck the reverse shift cable and find out if it's broken.. that often happens on these bugs .. check the connection at both end.. check the connection to the steering column under the plastic cover and make sure it's working and not broken inside the cable. The lever may work but if cable is broken the other end won't move.. so non function..
@MunkyWrench so I traced the cable that goes to the back, and when moving the lever by the steering , it moves a lever back and fourth under the engine. It's just one lever and one cable, should there be 2?
@mustafaalbouali it's been a long time but I believe there are 2 cables for shifting.. they both attach at opposite sides of the same lever at both ends.. to accurate the shift lever.. but if u can shift successfully between forward and neutral when u want. Your model could be different
@MunkyWrench man it will be soo sweet if you can do a quick new subscriber video on this and what to look for .. kind of like the one you did for the lady that couldn't get her key to work. There is no videos on these anywhere on youtube
@mustafaalbouali I'd love to but that video series was over a year ago and I've since donated the bug to a small non profit to take care of their property. I've gotten a lot of response from this video so I am actively looking for another bug .. which also comes in sears and Murray and whites .. so as soon as I find one I'm going to do a full coverage video on every single part .. thanks for taking the time to comment and help me make better vids
Thanks for your video, I went through changing those two fç%&/( belts. Shame I see this video after the work .. .this machine is really a nightmare to maintain. I changed lot of things this yeear and will try to start it tomorrow ... fingers crossed!
I have another subscriber that's had a nightmare time with hers too.. she spent weeks working on it and finally cut the grass with it 1st time today.. they are a pain but they are handy and fun. I wish u luck.. let me know how it turns out.. I'm doing a livestream tomorrow at noon if u want to stop by and chat.. give aways too.. talk soon.. look on my channel for the stream and set a reminder
@@MunkyWrench Started at first try! Success! I changed lot of things like carburator, fuel tank, battery, ... I am so happy :) Now it should just stop raining so that I can really do the work :)
How did you install the transmission Forward/Reverse shifter Cables? The bottom cable is easy to thread, but the top one is very hard to thread. Any tips on how to thread the hard one? Did you have to unmount the transmission or the front plate to get access?
I took off the wheel and the outer plate and it was a pain but the only thing I can say is patience and octopus fingers sorry the small machine was not an engineers dream
Thanks for taking the time to comment.. I'm sorry to say that the only place I've had luck was from ebay or buying another one locally for parts.. they haven't been made in quite a while so u can't buy new replacement parts .. only used and u have to stay vigilant and search often to get lucky.. it's like fishing.. as for air filter itself u should be able to find on amazon or a local parts dealer
Do you know where the reverse switch is? my bug goes into gear can't push it but wont drive in reverse every time. got to be the switch adjustment, the cable adjust is correct according to the manual just cant find the rev switch to check out
The reverse cable and the drive cable attach to the same lever (different ends) on the trans.. if it's not going far enough into gear u have to take off the steering wheel and pull off the steering colum sleeve so u can adjust the cable on the steering column
I got the same machine for free also. I took the deck off because I wanted it strictly to drive around my yard and pull small yard trailer. I'm having issues with it cranking then dying. Any suggestions? I've tried cleaning the carburetor and no change.
If it starts and runs at all.. its most likely a fuel issue .. so check the fuel delivery from clogged tank.. to collapsing fuel lines... clogged filter. And often I have to clean carb several times and sometimes I just replace them as they are so cheap. Could be a safety switch issue as well
Hi there is these bug lawnmower design NOT to cut backwards? Because I got one and I can not cut going backwards. The blade automatically stop. Let me know why?
There is a safety switch that does not allow the mower to mow backwards. If blades are engaged and u go into reverse it kills the engine. I removed mine but I don't recommend that for safety and legal reasons
@@MunkyWrench Munky is there any way you can put in your video Description. Where you can buy online the Yard bug Foward and Reverse shifter cables Or it would be cool if you made a update Video on your yard bug, and talk about the parts/add in video 🔽 drop down description box Thank you and God bless bud
@@MunkyWrench Ok Thank you I appreciate that cause those shift cables and I got the wiring harness and battery is what needs fixed on mine 🙂👍 Still would be neat in future, update on your Yard bug
@@skylark9982 I definitely will.. I need to get a variable speed pulley for it and put those cables on I've just been so busy with customers I haven't had the time but I will ty for hanging out with me
Lol! I have the same Lawn Bug! I recently retired it as I found a great deal on a John Deer D110. Where can I get a cheap Starter for the Lawn Bugs Briggs & Stratton 8.5 hp?
Honestly all starters cost about the same.. I buy them on amazing (yes I spell it wrong on purpose lol) they average around $50.. thankfully I have a few dozen sitting around the shop but when I buy I do online.. john deere is a nice upgrade .. those bugs are fun but not real reliable or powerful.. like a go kart compared to a car . Thanks for stopping by
Awesome video, I've been looking for content on this machine for hours and like you said, there's nothing else available! That being said, if the yard bug starts mowing but starts smoking and stalls (on top of the screeching like a banshee) would you consider that a pulley problem?
It depends where the smoke is coming from.. not that I'd recommend it but I would first let it run.. safely.. and find out where the sound is coming from and the smoke by moving around and listening. If it's under the motor and under the rear end I would jack it up and run it to find the source
If u think it's a pulley and a belt is smoking you should remove the belt asap and run it. If noise and smoke go away then u know it's a pulley.. and u don't want to smoke or break a belt
I could really use your help with my Yard bug, Won't start, replaced battery and solenoid, no clicking nothing. you said something about safety switches, could that be the problem?
Yes there's several safety switches . 1 under the seat.. one on brake pedal.. I think 4 total I can't remember.. if u want to know . Get pair pliers.. rubber handles lol.. turn key on position. The 1st on position. Use the pliers to touch both terminals on the solonoid and see if motor spins.. if it does its a safety switch. U can email me to talk more or I'll do a live stream to talk to u
@@MunkyWrench You my fine sir are awesome! Thank you. either way would be fine with me. This is my first lawn mower I'm tinkering with, its usually cars for me. I work some odd hours 5 pm til 1:30 am. But I would love to talk about the mower, I'll need a pro to help me. lol I know I can do it just need some good guidance.
@@MunkyWrench I have found the 2 safety switches on the pedals, one on the seat but I can't find the one behind or around the wheel I've searched and searched. Still no spark no click nothing. She won't start.
Your throttle cable has an adjustment on it.. it can also be stretched if it's the original so often a new cable can do it.. plus if the drive belt is worn it will be slow.. new drive belt will be thicker n wider and grab better
I enjoyed it very much there was a little Yard Machine like that one in our garage when we first bought this house but they took it back with them perfect size it ain't a bulky machine thank you for the video
Thank you for straightforward info. One question...there is a bracket that stops the engine pulley from coming off. It hits the upper pulley
Please clarify the question .. happy to help
Hey Just came across your tutorial
This drive system is same as the Craftsman utility mower. They over engineered both with too many pulleys and springs. Most parts are discontinued and obsolete. Craftsman does this ten year mark they discontinue parts then call them obsolete
I’m a small engine tech fix and flip I found one of these in excellent shape.
I’m thinking of buying it but don’t want to waste money if I can’t find parts if I happen to need for a sale.
Nice tutorial
Thanks for taking the time to comment and subscribe it really helps.. your best bet for finding parts would be ebay for sure. I often find what I need there for this type of machine. I also have a local mower junkyard which comes in handy. I am actively looking for another one of these as the videos have been successful and people have other questions on them.. but no joy so far on finding another. Thankfully there are not too many parts on them to go bad or break. I donated this one to a local church after fixing it up.
Hey my friend. Thanks for your videos.Help me with some issues on the yard bug.I just bought.
I am having an issue with the transmission. Going to replace the cables but as of right now, i'm not getting anything forward or reverse, even when I put it in gear manually. Maybe you would be able to help me out. Thank you.
Thanks for checking out my video.. the question is are you sure it's being put into gear? If the cables are broken inside the outer casing you will think it's going into gear but it's not. There is a T shaped piece of metal on the Trans itself .. that's on the back left side.. u have to remove the wheel to get to it.. trace the cable back to find the T where the cables connect.. it's about 4 inch wide if I remember correctly.. and make sure it's moving. Once u find it you can move it by hand u will feel it click in place when u move it.. I've seen that t shape bent or full of dirt n not moving.. try that first .. if it is actually moving and engaging then it's a trans issue (very rare) but I believe those trans are NOT SERVICEABLE.. so u can try messing with it. Look for leaks but normally you gotta find one on ebay.. let me know what u find
Munky I really appreciate your videos on the Yard Bug. On mine after I replaced the drive & trans belts my gas pedal aka variable speed pedal is very tight and will only go about half way forward. Can you give me any tips on how to adjust and fix this? Also the Video you did on how to trouble the non-starting was very helpful. I am trying to fix it so my son with Autism can ride it around the yard with me for fun.
Hi Travis usually if you put a new belt on and the pedal doesn't move much its a couple things to check.. 1st is belt size.. the length has to be correct for your specific mower.. there are several brands that make similar machines and the belts can vary in length from a quarter inch to 3/3 inch longer so be sure you have the right length.. the thickness is also important.. if it calls for 1/2 inch and you put on a 5/8 it actually makes it shorter because its thicker.. make sure the v side is facing the v.. make sure the belt is routed correctly, not outside of a keeper.. and make sure the spring on the tension lever is not jammed to the side or stuck somehow.. check those things and get back to me and we will try to figure out what else might be causing the problem
Thanks for showing the routing of the belts, been looking on line at the same videos you have, they are a waste of time, now I know I got them on right thanks
Wow thanks for your kind words.. it's always nice when I hear one of my vids helped a person. Thanks for subscribing
Hey buddy you wouldn't happen to know the deck belt size an length dam thing hard to find parts it seems il keep trying nothing coming up really for a deck belt i got my other belts from princess auto online good price showed up in 3 days have a good one cheers
another viewer asked me the same question last week.. this is what I found when I looked it up.. that video was over 2 years ago so double check and cross reference for your particular machine but here's a place to start....I just looked thru my records.. my particular one is a 5/8 inch thick belt.. 36 inches long.. u should be able to find one at napa or tractor supply or that kind of store in your area . Part# 754-0453.. all machines are specific so if u look it up on parts tree .. by model number on body u should find it
Do me a favor and subscribe to the channel.. it helps a lot thanks for coming by and if I can help in any other way I am here
I have a Craftsman yard bug 500 and it is not that much different than this one. What I need is information on how to tighten the deck belt. I can't find anything and then I found you. Are you able to help me?
There is not really a way to tighten the deck belt per say.. they get stretched and worn and begin to slip and be too long .. that's when you know its time to change them.. Having said that, there is an arm with a pulley on it and a spring that keeps tension , if the new belt is too long and your sure its the correct size you can check the spring.. it can be rusted, broken or stretched.. if it looks damaged in any way it won't hold the correct tension and the belt will slip and be loose.. they are cheap and easy to change with a piece of string.. Be sure you get the correct length belt.. each manufacturer has a specified size and sometimes they are half inch sizes.. so if you got a belt from a box store it might be a bit too long.. if you need more information or part numbers or diagrams just let me know I will help you in any way I can. I am proud of you for fixing it yourself and I am glad to help.. please subscribe if you haven't already it really helps.. if you need more in depth info or diagrams just email me and we can get you sorted out
What size tire did u get from labor frieght. How is that wheel tire working out. I started to buy 2 for the front but I didn't think it would work. The tire on the lawnmower is 11x4x4. All harbor frieght had was 10 or 12, no 11
Yeah they only have tire that fit the smaller front wheels. Tires held up fine as far as I know.. I had it for months then donated it to a needy family and as far as I know tire still in good shape. As a mower tire it's great. We also use them on gokarts we build and they are pretty good
Oh no. That variable pulley. All the bearings... Better keep it out of the elements. Only cut grass a day after the rain.
Hey, I hope you are doing well, I’m so glad I found you on here my Son and I just got our yard bug which was not running and cables broken so we can’t put it in gear so I was hoping if you had a video on how you put the transmission cables on also I see you have a side grass chute ours apparently had the basket that fit under the seat but we only have the grass attachment that fits the basket. You wouldn’t happen to have one for sell or the side chute either one would be great. Thank you for your time.
Hi and thanks so much for watching my vid and subscribing it helps a ton.. unfortunately that video was over 20 months ago and I did not do too many vids on it. those bugs are hard to find these days and i donated it to a family in need through my church.. as far as the grass catcher under the seat your best bet is Ebay.. they sell a plug that fits into the hole on the top of the deck so the mower acts as a mulcher and doesn't blow grass up into the machine under the seat. if you haven't already found a video to help I do remember the machine pretty well.. in order to get to the top side of the trans cables you remove the steering wheel and the plastic collar around the steering column and you will see the cables.. 2 of them and you need a 10mm wrench to remove them.. you then can follow the cables along the frame to the back right wheel.. if you remove that wheel you will see the cables attach to a t shaped pivot arm with a simple z bend that just goes through the hole.. no tools required.. to remove the deck you will see the front side attaches by just hanging.. I don't remember any clips.. that's how you raise and lower it.. for the back side there are 2 arms that extend from the frame to the deck and its a simple cotter pin and pin set.. remove the pins and the deck drops.. disconnect the blade engagement cable the same way and remove the belt if you need to. I am always here if you have questions.. I can always make you a video as a reaction to one I find on RUclips and print out some pages with pics if I need to. I am always willing to help the best I can and teaching kids these days is important.. hope this helped.. have a great night
@@MunkyWrench , thank you Sir, it’s spring break here so my Son and I will get out there and tackle it. I’ve looked on eBay and googled the grass chute but no luck, would you mind sending me the link for the mulch plug. But I just want to say we appreciate you and all you do on here to show how to work on everything, stay safe and we’ll be looking forward to your next project.
ok this is the part number for the side discharge chute/mulch plug Side Discharge Chute
Item#: 731-1744 I found it on troy bilts website www.troybilt.com/en_US/all-products/side-discharge-chute/731-1744.html hope this helps @@darinelliott3026
@@MunkyWrench thank you for sending me that, but unfortunately it’s no longer available, but I typed that item number in eBay and I found one but he wanted $140 I think it was I made him an offer for $65 so we’ll see if he accepts it. I’m going to watch your video again on the belts so I order the correct ones. Thanks again for your assistance, have a great day
those parts are not being made anymore.. the trick will be to keep the part number and do a search once a week.. ebay changes all the time so sooner or later one will be available.. also you can just use something to block the hole.. usually you can get some thin sheet metal from the big box store and cut it with tin snips , bend it where needed to fit drill a few holes and rivet it on or even weld it on if you can.. and you can always cut a new hole in the side of the deck for discharge.. these little mowers were fun and useful but not a huge hit for consumers so finding parts is hard.. but modifying it yourself is perfectly fine.. @@darinelliott3026
I have done that and when not running or not running it goes into gear and when you press the go pedal you can hear something but wont always go in reverse
Without seeing it.. guessing u checked the 2 drive belts I'd say u may have a failing trans
@@MunkyWrench you might be right. Time for a new one, but I am doubtful a new one is as well made, thanks for the reply
@mikethompson7290 I'm always curious as to what someone else does and still open to learning .. let me know what u end up doing.. BTW I meant track down new trans.. not whole new machine.. I do everything I can to keep old stuff going
would love a video on the deck install, my mower's deck hardly gets off the grass- it bottoms out three notches down and is uneven. Your vids have been great for me so far on the yard bug
There is lots of money in small engine repair. People don't know how to or have the time or patience to fix them. And availability is also a problem. I've been making some extra coin in searching for them, buying, fixing and reselling. All good!
Yes alot u can get free by cruising around a nice neighborhood on trash night right at dark. I buy some and fix as well.. the motorcycle vids that are being filmed now are a buy n sell.. thanks for stopping by. See u soon
What's the belt for the mower deck? I got one and the belt is too big
I would have to look it up.. Best way is to get the model number off the body of the machine if u can and send to me.. I'll see what I can find in my records that was 2 yrs ago
I just looked thru my records.. my particular one is a 5/8 inch thick belt.. 36 inches long.. u should be able to find one at napa or tractor supply or that kind of store in your area . Part# 754-0453.. all machines are specific so if u look it up on parts tree .. by model number on body u should find it
I miss wrote a number.. part number 754-0754 .. but again look it up by your model number on parts tree . Com
Great video bud
Thanks mate.. miss you knuckleheads
What does it mean when i can’t move my lever to go forward or backwards when it’s started
thanks for watching and subscribing.. does the lever move when it is not running. the cables often get corroded and stuck inside the casing. are you talking about the lever for forward and reverse.. or the throttle lever? if the throttle lever wont move when its running it could be the governor in the motor has it jammed in the open position.. is the motor revving high? i'm here for any questions you have
@@MunkyWrench yes it’s the forward and reverse doesn’t move at all on or off i even follow the cable to the motor and where it’s connected on the bottom of the engine that doesn’t move nether and i tired all the break stuff hold it let off slowly and it doesn’t move at all
@@MunkyWrench and i appreciate you replying back you have the best video of the bug if you get a chance to get another one and do a detailed video of it would be awesome these little bugs are awesome and cute looking lol
@@JoseEscobedo-c2v yes if its the gear shift cables and they don't move at all.. they most likely swelled and corroded inside the sleeve.. these cables are the same as brake or shifter cables on a bike.. plastic outer sleeve stays still and the inner cable is steel and moved through the outer sleeve.. over the years they will rust and get stuck.. im proud of you for tracking them all the way to the rear end.. nice job.. you most likely have to remove the rear wheel to unhook them.. and you have to remove the steering column and wheel to get to them in the front but they are pretty easy to change with minimum tools.. its been a long time since that video but I believe to replace them both was around $50.. i used some standard mower cables and shifted by hand for a bit to test everything out then installed the proper cables and donated it to a family in need.. i am always on the lookout for another one cause I agree they are cool looking and its a popular video on my channel so hopefully I will get another one soon
Broke cables or adj cables
5:05 It's not impossible...... If the belt shreds to pieces it comes right off without taking off that pulley.
I got one that don't go in reverse, forward and neutral works. But no reverse, how can i fix that?
Thanks so much for commenting and subscribing it means a lotCheck the reverse shift cable and find out if it's broken.. that often happens on these bugs .. check the connection at both end.. check the connection to the steering column under the plastic cover and make sure it's working and not broken inside the cable. The lever may work but if cable is broken the other end won't move.. so non function..
@MunkyWrench so I traced the cable that goes to the back, and when moving the lever by the steering , it moves a lever back and fourth under the engine. It's just one lever and one cable, should there be 2?
@mustafaalbouali it's been a long time but I believe there are 2 cables for shifting.. they both attach at opposite sides of the same lever at both ends.. to accurate the shift lever.. but if u can shift successfully between forward and neutral when u want. Your model could be different
@MunkyWrench man it will be soo sweet if you can do a quick new subscriber video on this and what to look for .. kind of like the one you did for the lady that couldn't get her key to work. There is no videos on these anywhere on youtube
@mustafaalbouali I'd love to but that video series was over a year ago and I've since donated the bug to a small non profit to take care of their property. I've gotten a lot of response from this video so I am actively looking for another bug .. which also comes in sears and Murray and whites .. so as soon as I find one I'm going to do a full coverage video on every single part .. thanks for taking the time to comment and help me make better vids
Thanks for your video, I went through changing those two fç%&/( belts. Shame I see this video after the work .. .this machine is really a nightmare to maintain. I changed lot of things this yeear and will try to start it tomorrow ... fingers crossed!
I have another subscriber that's had a nightmare time with hers too.. she spent weeks working on it and finally cut the grass with it 1st time today.. they are a pain but they are handy and fun. I wish u luck.. let me know how it turns out.. I'm doing a livestream tomorrow at noon if u want to stop by and chat.. give aways too.. talk soon.. look on my channel for the stream and set a reminder
@@MunkyWrench Started at first try! Success! I changed lot of things like carburator, fuel tank, battery, ... I am so happy :) Now it should just stop raining so that I can really do the work :)
@@philippemartignier9858 that's great to hear.. I wish we would get a little rain.. dry as a bone here for months lol
my dad had one an the thing was loud af plus it had all the attachments grass box,side chute an mulch cover
I always loved these lil guys. Fun to drive and compact..
@@MunkyWrench yeah
We’d like to see you taking the deck off and any and all cables being removed and installed
How did you install the transmission Forward/Reverse shifter Cables? The bottom cable is easy to thread, but the top one is very hard to thread. Any tips on how to thread the hard one? Did you have to unmount the transmission or the front plate to get access?
I took off the wheel and the outer plate and it was a pain but the only thing I can say is patience and octopus fingers sorry the small machine was not an engineers dream
Better take the wheels off so it won't walk away. That is my tip. It can be the front wheels or 1 drive wheel
Hi.... Do you know where to get air filter and plastic cover replacement for the yard bug
Thanks for taking the time to comment.. I'm sorry to say that the only place I've had luck was from ebay or buying another one locally for parts.. they haven't been made in quite a while so u can't buy new replacement parts .. only used and u have to stay vigilant and search often to get lucky.. it's like fishing.. as for air filter itself u should be able to find on amazon or a local parts dealer
Amazon, temu, ebay
Temu, amazon, ebay, atwood, tractor supply, homedepot
Do you know where the reverse switch is? my bug goes into gear can't push it but wont drive in reverse every time. got to be the switch adjustment, the cable adjust is correct according to the manual just cant find the rev switch to check out
The reverse cable and the drive cable attach to the same lever (different ends) on the trans.. if it's not going far enough into gear u have to take off the steering wheel and pull off the steering colum sleeve so u can adjust the cable on the steering column
@@MunkyWrenchor one of the cables is broke
@@LindaDerden I am glad you were able to find that broken cable.. I hope you can replace it easily and it fixes the problem
I got the same machine for free also. I took the deck off because I wanted it strictly to drive around my yard and pull small yard trailer. I'm having issues with it cranking then dying. Any suggestions? I've tried cleaning the carburetor and no change.
If it starts and runs at all.. its most likely a fuel issue .. so check the fuel delivery from clogged tank.. to collapsing fuel lines... clogged filter. And often I have to clean carb several times and sometimes I just replace them as they are so cheap. Could be a safety switch issue as well
Hi there is these bug lawnmower design NOT to cut backwards? Because I got one and I can not cut going backwards. The blade automatically stop. Let me know why?
There is a safety switch that does not allow the mower to mow backwards. If blades are engaged and u go into reverse it kills the engine. I removed mine but I don't recommend that for safety and legal reasons
@@MunkyWrench Munky is there any way you can put in your video Description.
Where you can buy online the Yard bug Foward and Reverse shifter cables
Or it would be cool if you made a update Video on your yard bug, and talk about the parts/add in video 🔽 drop down description box
Thank you and God bless bud
@@skylark9982 the part # is 746 0935a if u go to Amazon and search that number u will find the cable.. they fit mtd , cub Cadet and others
@@MunkyWrench Ok Thank you I appreciate that cause those shift cables and I got the wiring harness and battery is what needs fixed on mine 🙂👍
Still would be neat in future, update on your Yard bug
@@skylark9982 I definitely will.. I need to get a variable speed pulley for it and put those cables on I've just been so busy with customers I haven't had the time but I will ty for hanging out with me
Lol! I have the same Lawn Bug! I recently retired it as I found a great deal on a John Deer D110. Where can I get a cheap Starter for the Lawn Bugs Briggs & Stratton 8.5 hp?
Honestly all starters cost about the same.. I buy them on amazing (yes I spell it wrong on purpose lol) they average around $50.. thankfully I have a few dozen sitting around the shop but when I buy I do online.. john deere is a nice upgrade .. those bugs are fun but not real reliable or powerful.. like a go kart compared to a car . Thanks for stopping by
Awesome video, I've been looking for content on this machine for hours and like you said, there's nothing else available! That being said, if the yard bug starts mowing but starts smoking and stalls (on top of the screeching like a banshee) would you consider that a pulley problem?
It depends where the smoke is coming from.. not that I'd recommend it but I would first let it run.. safely.. and find out where the sound is coming from and the smoke by moving around and listening. If it's under the motor and under the rear end I would jack it up and run it to find the source
If u think it's a pulley and a belt is smoking you should remove the belt asap and run it. If noise and smoke go away then u know it's a pulley.. and u don't want to smoke or break a belt
I could really use your help with my Yard bug, Won't start, replaced battery and solenoid, no clicking nothing. you said something about safety switches, could that be the problem?
Yes there's several safety switches . 1 under the seat.. one on brake pedal.. I think 4 total I can't remember.. if u want to know . Get pair pliers.. rubber handles lol.. turn key on position. The 1st on position. Use the pliers to touch both terminals on the solonoid and see if motor spins.. if it does its a safety switch. U can email me to talk more or I'll do a live stream to talk to u
@@MunkyWrench You my fine sir are awesome! Thank you. either way would be fine with me. This is my first lawn mower I'm tinkering with, its usually cars for me. I work some odd hours 5 pm til 1:30 am. But I would love to talk about the mower, I'll need a pro to help me. lol I know I can do it just need some good guidance.
@@daimania3816 happy to help any way I can.. I know u can do it
@@MunkyWrench Do you have an email I can write to you? I'm about to get ready for work. I think the email would be much easier.
@@MunkyWrench I have found the 2 safety switches on the pedals, one on the seat but I can't find the one behind or around the wheel I've searched and searched. Still no spark no click nothing. She won't start.
I have same one n can't figure out how to get to go faster in foward
Your throttle cable has an adjustment on it.. it can also be stretched if it's the original so often a new cable can do it.. plus if the drive belt is worn it will be slow.. new drive belt will be thicker n wider and grab better
Good job
Adjust the variable speed cable
What is the deck belt size?
That was long ago .. the drive belts were 16 .. I'd have to look up the deck belt sorry