I might have your hard start solution. Saw a tip that worked on my YTS 4000. The choke cable housing is adjusted wrong from the factory such that you never have full choke. TRY THIS: Push your throttle/choke lever to full choke. Then loosen the choke cable clamp located under the carb to the right with a Torx bit (20 size i think). Push the cable housing as far to the left under the clamp as you can (will probably go about an quarter to half inch more). Retighten the clamp. You should now have full choke when you push the throttle leaver all the way forward. Mine starts right away now. Good luck with yours!
That's what was wrong with mine too adjust the throttle cable to full choke also try and put some seafoam in the fuel tank that can clear them chokers that get in the fuel system from time to time.
Fantastic - between you and Average Joe's (thanks for sharing a video with the EXACT sound I've had from my YS4500) I've got my mower up and running again. It turns out that choke issue was my problem too. Cheers gents!!
Believe you me you have explained it more than a lot of the post and you have helped me get my mower up and running again I can’t thank you enough for your expertise it this matter and I have followed and thumbs up you I will always follow and I will pass it on to as many people with mower issues guaranteed thanks again Zeek Wtg
Best guess is “Standard” because mine came with no attachments. The GT is Garden Tractor. The LT is Lawn tractor. It’s all about how beefy the frame is. Garden Tractors are the heaviest. Lawn tractors(or possibly “light”) are just for grass. My Yts can handle snow plowing and light pulling big old Buiks out of the Garage with brakes rusted shut. 😂 had the drag marks to show for it. Had mine for over 15 yrs and only have had to fix a lost 😡 in in the steering shaft and deck spindles.(some dipstick left rope in n the yard)
Excellent precise video that describes the problems w 2000 3000 4000 models.but it guarantees we will do what Granpa does.give it away w a smile while we ride on the new crappie lawn mower wondering who in the family will get this one2 yrs down the road.
Appreciate it. I actually did end up giving it away. My buddy at work needed one and it was mostly just in the way being ignored yet again so I sent it to a new home.
I had a John Deere with B&S 23 hp engine, similar issue it was the fuel pump, Replaced it and it started better, Another time the local fixit place said the tank inlet was stopped up, They cleaned the tank and it started right up,
At least you admit abusing , or more correctly neglecting, the gift he gave you. Maybe he should donate the next few to some neighborhood kids that can make money mowing lawns? Haha This was enjoyable to watch. Glad you got it worked out. Hope you get it to someone that won’t neglect it again… haha
Yeah. I'm slack. I usually do end up giving them away or taking parts off of them. He buys a new one every couple of years for absolutely no reason and I run out of space. In my "sulky" video, most of those parts are off the last one he gave me.
I just want to say, my mower won’t start. Put a new motor in it because it imploded. Was mowing, and got off the seat to love a branch and it died. Now won’t start. However, you are so hilarious! I havnt even finished the video. Haven’t ate spam or had you send me your man card. I’m laughing my ass off.
I appreciate the kind words. I often try to laugh to keep from crying. I made several copies of the man card as I have to give it up several times a day. Thanks for taking the time to watch. I really appreciate it.
I have a Craftsman T110 doing just now started doing the same thing, I have changed the oil, air filter, spark plug, battery, fuse, gas filter and it still will not crank, ready to sell it!
Maybe 3 times in 60 years I have seen an engine not run because of a bad spark plug or coil-- it is vary rare --- when I get in a machine- I don't even check plugs and coils
I agree. I was working on one of the push mowers I acquired from the "junk pile mower" video and I had to replace the coil on it. That's the first one I've ever actually replaced.
Great step by step diagnostic video. 99.9999999% of the time on lawn equipment It’s always the damn carburetor. I hate them just as much and never look forward to cleaning carbs! Eating carbs yes! Cleaning carbs no!
Lmao!! You're right. If it has a carb, it's always the carb. And I agree, eating carbs, most definitely. Cleaning carbs, can a brother get one with a clean carb? Just one! Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!
Thanks brother. I appreciate it. If you look through the comments, Michael Alford offered a pretty awesome tip too. Might wind up being your issue. Good luck and thanks for watching!
I'm aware. It was more for effect. It had been some time since I'd tried it but the previous time, that is how it behaved. After half a dozen or so times, it would crank and run. I was hoping to catch that on video just to illustrate the full problem I was having.
@jakesnacks1149 you can take the air filter out and spray it in the intake tube. Go easy. Starting fluid is hard on a motor. It's fine for a quick diagnosis but don't use any more than you have to.
Gravely puts out a great commercial 260 Z > If you buy one. Be SURE NOT! TO GET ONE WITH THE KAWASUCKY ENGINE. The valves burn out with in 2 years! Mine had the 25 hp Kawasucky engine They work good for only 2 years. So i replaced it with a 29 hp Briggs engine. SHES A BEAST
The YT300 with Kohler SV620-3210 has no fuel pump. It's a twin cam and won't start. Not getting fuel. Has Spark and I can spary carb cleaner or gas into the carb and bbn it will start foe a second. The fuel bowl has fuel. Not getting fuel to the cylinder head. What's Wrong ?. What am I missing
Before I ask this question, please know that I'm far from a professional. Lol. How does it run without a fuel pump? After reading your question, I did a couple minutes worth of research. I was able to find a fuel pump for that model mower and that particular engine. I'm curious now.
Good to know. I'll keep that in mind. I actually ended up giving this mower to a buddy. He went through it and discovered I made a boo boo when I went through the carb.
THE ULTIMATE SECRET...install a shut-off valve into the 1/4" fuel line, either before or after the fuel filter. OPERATION: When shutting down the mower after each use, do not turn off the ignition key. Leave the key on. Instead, to shut the mower off, turn off the shut-off valve on the fuel line. The engine will run until ALL of the gas has been used up within the carburator - and the engine will die. Now turn off the ignition key. EXPLANATION: Relying on the anti backfire/fuel solenoid on the carburator is the big problem. Gunked up gas always causes the solenoid to stick in the open or closed position. Gas that is left within the carburator will clog it up in just a few days. I have an old 1952 8n Ford Tractor. It originally came a gas shut-off valve. This is the old and superior design that works without causing problems. I struggled for years with these stupid problems. Each year, in October, I turn off my Craftsman & Cub Cadet mowers using this shut-off valve on the fuel line. Then, in March of the next year -- I turn-on the Shut-off valve -- and all the mowers start right up on the same gas used previously in the tank. The old farm tractors hold the secret. Today's engineers have bad ideas that cause stupid problems. Install fuel shut-off valves on every small engine that you have. They only cost a few dollars.
I bought a used 26 hp Craftsman that had been sitting for 3 years and this part was exactly why it would not start. Took it out, sprayed it with carb cleaner and tada!
MY NEIGHBOR HAS AN OLDER PRO KOHLER ENGINE 26/27 HP. IT SEIZED UP. CHECKED FOR VAPOR LOCK, DRAINED OIL NO METAL, CAN NOT ROTATE CRANK. MAGNETOS FREE, ANY IDEAS??? IT RAN BUT SURGED AT IDLE. ANOTHER NEIGHBOR HAS ONE WHICH SURGES BUT RUNS. I BELIEVE KOHLER MADE A MOD TO THESE NOT SURE WHEN WHAT ?? RON NEW JERSEY
Fat boy Joe, after looking inside the carburetor I thought it was probably the fuel pump diaphragm getting hard. Stupid ethanol ruins the fuel system, does nothing for our fuel situation, and is a complete bust.
I agree. I've started spending the extra money to buy the non ethanol fuel in a can for the smaller stuff that doesn't get run as often. This year, as the mowers get low, I'm going to put a gallon in them and cycle it through before I park them for the winter. I'm sure it will make a huge difference.
@@AverageJoes4u *** Try this *** Get a gallon (or more) of Gas-a-Hol in a larger, sort of see-through, container that is not going to be 'eaten' by the gas. Add 1/4 + more water than the amount of gas (into the can). Shake the can to get the gas in contact with the ethanol in the gas and the water will "grab" all the ethanol and 'tie it up'. Let it settle for, oh, say, an hour or so and the water-ethanol will clearly settle to the bottom ** and the pure Gas will float on top.** Siphon off the all the water / Ethanol from the bottom and just the Non-Ethanol gas is left and ready to go. Note, the water and ethanol (and a very tiny bit of gas) will evaporate in an open pan outside over the summer so no hazmat worries. - Joe -
I bought my YT4000 with the 24HP Briggs & Stratton new back in about 2013 and I have not had any problems with it; always starts as long as the battery is good & strong. I never had any problems with the choke situation. I keep the oil changed every couple of years and of course keep the oil level good.... replace plugs if I think they need changing...keep air filter cleaned off after just about every mow on my about 2+ acres yard. I put on a new in-line gas filter a couple of years ago. Ya know...just the common sense maintenance stuff. After every mowing I blow off the blade deck, open the hood and blow off any built up dust & leaves & dirt. And of course keep blades sharp and replaced as necessary. One thing that I wish it had was a cutting depth setting half way between the numbers. Three is rather too close for my needs and four is almost a little too high. I'm not looking to have a "yard of the month" out here in rural America, so I just live with #4. I am very pleased with my YT4000. I try and take care of it, and it takes care of me...LOL..!!
The way this guy slams around stuff I would not let him "Work On" my bicycle, let alone something with an engine.. I recommend that he watches some Mustie1 or Steve's Small Engine Saloon, and learn something on diagnosis?? And YES this comes from a Master Tech with over 40 years under my belt...
While I appreciate your evaluation of my channel, I have never claimed to be a "Tech" of any kind nor have I ever suggested that my videos were for instruction. I am a huge Mustie fan and if I were trying to emulate him, my channel would be more like his. It's not. While I normally welcome the unsolicited opinions that always find their way to my channel, quite frankly, I didn't ask for yours nor do I care what you think. If you find no value in my videos, please, skip right on by. There is no shortage of assholes on this planet so be unique my friend.
@@AverageJoes4u no value in my videos, please, skip right on by. There is no shortage of assholes on this planet so be unique my friend. Oh, I DO find "value" in this video...It sure shows how to hack a repair! And as you said also there is no shortage of assholes (And HACKS) on U-Tube..Thanks again for reminding me of your intent of this channel...
I might have your hard start solution. Saw a tip that worked on my YTS 4000. The choke cable housing is adjusted wrong from the factory such that you never have full choke. TRY THIS: Push your throttle/choke lever to full choke. Then loosen the choke cable clamp located under the carb to the right with a Torx bit (20 size i think). Push the cable housing as far to the left under the clamp as you can (will probably go about an quarter to half inch more). Retighten the clamp. You should now have full choke when you push the throttle leaver all the way forward. Mine starts right away now. Good luck with yours!
That makes perfect sense. That's awesome! I'll definitely give it a try and thanks for the help.
That's what was wrong with mine too adjust the throttle cable to full choke also
try and put some seafoam in the fuel tank that can clear them chokers that get in the fuel system from time to time.
I haven't had it out this season yet. We'll see what happens. If it starts acting up again, I'll give that a try.
Fantastic - between you and Average Joe's (thanks for sharing a video with the EXACT sound I've had from my YS4500) I've got my mower up and running again. It turns out that choke issue was my problem too. Cheers gents!!
Awesome. That was a good idea. It never occurred to me that that could be the problem. Glad you got it straight and thanks for watching!
Exactly the video I was looking for and helped me get my mower back up and running.
Glad it helped you man. I appreciate you watching.
Believe you me you have explained it more than a lot of the post and you have helped me get my mower up and running again I can’t thank you enough for your expertise it this matter and I have followed and thumbs up you I will always follow and I will pass it on to as many people with mower issues guaranteed thanks again Zeek Wtg
Thank you for the kind words. I'm glad it helped you. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
The YT stands for yard tractor. GT Is a stonger platform standing for Garden tractor.
What about YTS?
Best guess is “Standard” because mine came with no attachments.
The GT is Garden Tractor.
The LT is Lawn tractor.
It’s all about how beefy the frame is. Garden Tractors are the heaviest.
Lawn tractors(or possibly “light”) are just for grass.
My Yts can handle snow plowing and light pulling big old Buiks out of the Garage with brakes rusted shut.
😂 had the drag marks to show for it.
Had mine for over 15 yrs and only have had to fix a lost 😡 in in the steering shaft and deck spindles.(some dipstick left rope in n the yard)
those craftsman YTS are amazing got one thats still going 10 years strong, plowing/mowing/sleeve hitch plow, areator you name it?
I’ve got one for about as long. Beat the hell out of it. Still rocks!
Thanks I think you just solved my problem hopefully
Awesome. Hope it works out. Thanks for watching!
Excellent precise video that describes the problems w 2000 3000 4000 models.but it guarantees we will do what Granpa does.give it away w a smile while we ride on the new crappie lawn mower wondering who in the family will get this one2 yrs down the road.
Appreciate it. I actually did end up giving it away. My buddy at work needed one and it was mostly just in the way being ignored yet again so I sent it to a new home.
i would check the valves
I had a John Deere with B&S 23 hp engine, similar issue it was the fuel pump,
Replaced it and it started better,
Another time the local fixit place said the tank inlet was stopped up,
They cleaned the tank and it started right up,
That's good to know. Would definitely be worth checking moving forward.
Looks like choke not adjusted. Other posts mention it is the cable.
It was. Got it adjusted and cranks like brand new.
At least you admit abusing , or more correctly neglecting, the gift he gave you. Maybe he should donate the next few to some neighborhood kids that can make money mowing lawns? Haha
This was enjoyable to watch. Glad you got it worked out. Hope you get it to someone that won’t neglect it again… haha
Yeah. I'm slack. I usually do end up giving them away or taking parts off of them. He buys a new one every couple of years for absolutely no reason and I run out of space. In my "sulky" video, most of those parts are off the last one he gave me.
I just want to say, my mower won’t start. Put a new motor in it because it imploded. Was mowing, and got off the seat to love a branch and it died. Now won’t start. However, you are so hilarious! I havnt even finished the video. Haven’t ate spam or had you send me your man card. I’m laughing my ass off.
I appreciate the kind words. I often try to laugh to keep from crying. I made several copies of the man card as I have to give it up several times a day. Thanks for taking the time to watch. I really appreciate it.
Maybe to much slack in the Choke Cable, not allowing the choke to engage on cold start.
I have a Craftsman T110 doing just now started doing the same thing, I have changed the oil, air filter, spark plug, battery, fuse, gas filter and it still will not crank, ready to sell it!
I get that. If you read down, Michael Alford commented. I tried it and fixed mine right up.
Maybe 3 times in 60 years I have seen an engine not run because of a bad spark plug or coil-- it is vary rare --- when I get in a machine- I don't even check plugs and coils
I agree. I was working on one of the push mowers I acquired from the "junk pile mower" video and I had to replace the coil on it. That's the first one I've ever actually replaced.
like your vids---- keep it up
@@AverageJoes4u
Thanks man and thank you for watching. I really appreciate it.
@@AverageJoes4u I gotta replace my brand new coil something's wrong with it
And do without the spark advance module
@@Mike-su8si are you sure it's the coil? Mower man is right. It's very rarely the coil.
Clean carb and adjust valves
Super good video many thanks ! 🙏
I appreciate it sir. Thank you for taking the time to watch.
Great step by step diagnostic video. 99.9999999% of the time on lawn equipment It’s always the damn carburetor. I hate them just as much and never look forward to cleaning carbs! Eating carbs yes! Cleaning carbs no!
Lmao!! You're right. If it has a carb, it's always the carb. And I agree, eating carbs, most definitely. Cleaning carbs, can a brother get one with a clean carb? Just one! Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!
Great video man. Lots of great tips on a no start situation. About to start on mine! 🤞
Thanks brother. I appreciate it. If you look through the comments, Michael Alford offered a pretty awesome tip too. Might wind up being your issue. Good luck and thanks for watching!
Like you, I really don't want to get into the carb. Haha. So hopefully it's something relatively simple. Thanks for the video man! 👍
Absolutely. Hopefully it's quick and easy. It never is, but one can hope. Lol.
Briggs 18 horse race 18 horse get gas guitar but won't
Is that zero turn craftsmen a 54 inch cut
It's actually a 61" with a Kawasaki engine. That thing is a beast! I've wanted one for years and I finally broke down and did it.
@@AverageJoes4u so you got you one
@@Mike-su8si yeah, finally did. Should have done it a long time ago.
Seriously you needto keep trying? If it doesnt start after three times it isnt starting
I'm aware. It was more for effect. It had been some time since I'd tried it but the previous time, that is how it behaved. After half a dozen or so times, it would crank and run. I was hoping to catch that on video just to illustrate the full problem I was having.
@@AverageJoes4uwhere do I spray starting fluid on one of these
@jakesnacks1149 you can take the air filter out and spray it in the intake tube. Go easy. Starting fluid is hard on a motor. It's fine for a quick diagnosis but don't use any more than you have to.
@@AverageJoes4u Just bought an old Craftsman, dude said he'd been spraying it straight into the breather under hood
@jakesnacks1149 yep. That's what I meant, just said it wrong. I don't word good. Lol.
Gravely puts out a great commercial 260 Z > If you buy one. Be SURE NOT! TO GET ONE WITH THE KAWASUCKY ENGINE. The valves burn out with in 2 years! Mine had the 25 hp Kawasucky engine They work good for only 2 years. So i replaced it with a 29 hp Briggs engine. SHES A BEAST
The YT300 with Kohler SV620-3210 has no fuel pump. It's a twin cam and won't start. Not getting fuel.
Has Spark and I can spary carb cleaner or gas into the carb and bbn it will start foe a second. The fuel bowl has fuel. Not getting fuel to the cylinder head.
What's Wrong ?. What am I missing
Before I ask this question, please know that I'm far from a professional. Lol. How does it run without a fuel pump? After reading your question, I did a couple minutes worth of research. I was able to find a fuel pump for that model mower and that particular engine. I'm curious now.
Great work
Appreciate it and thanks for watching!
I really appreciate the help it helped me got mine going
Glad to hear it man. Thanks for watching!
1st thing to do is? Check the Carburetor Solenoid > There bad about going out
Strangest thing is my fuel tank is where that battery is.
Also the crank shaft is a possible thing to replace. They are well know to fail.
I had one do this one time and the valves needed adjusted
It's been running fine until last week. I went to move it and it fired up but won't take throttle.
@@AverageJoes4u I don’t know bro hope you get it fixed
I appreciate it man. Hopefully, one day, I'll.find some time to get to it.
valves need adjusted,, i somtimes adjust them and mow then recheck them after its cooled they r very sensitive
Good to know. I'll keep that in mind. I actually ended up giving this mower to a buddy. He went through it and discovered I made a boo boo when I went through the carb.
THE ULTIMATE SECRET...install a shut-off valve into the 1/4" fuel line, either before or after the fuel filter. OPERATION: When shutting down the mower after each use, do not turn off the ignition key. Leave the key on. Instead, to shut the mower off, turn off the shut-off valve on the fuel line. The engine will run until ALL of the gas has been used up within the carburator - and the engine will die. Now turn off the ignition key. EXPLANATION: Relying on the anti backfire/fuel solenoid on the carburator is the big problem. Gunked up gas always causes the solenoid to stick in the open or closed position. Gas that is left within the carburator will clog it up in just a few days. I have an old 1952 8n Ford Tractor. It originally came a gas shut-off valve. This is the old and superior design that works without causing problems. I struggled for years with these stupid problems. Each year, in October, I turn off my Craftsman & Cub Cadet mowers using this shut-off valve on the fuel line. Then, in March of the next year -- I turn-on the Shut-off valve -- and all the mowers start right up on the same gas used previously in the tank. The old farm tractors hold the secret. Today's engineers have bad ideas that cause stupid problems. Install fuel shut-off valves on every small engine that you have. They only cost a few dollars.
Not a bad idea and I completely agree with you about the engineers. They clearly grew up under some power lines.
I bought a used 26 hp Craftsman that had been sitting for 3 years and this part was exactly why it would not start. Took it out, sprayed it with carb cleaner and tada!
Thanks for that!
MY NEIGHBOR HAS AN OLDER PRO KOHLER ENGINE 26/27 HP. IT SEIZED UP. CHECKED FOR VAPOR LOCK, DRAINED OIL NO METAL, CAN NOT ROTATE CRANK. MAGNETOS FREE, ANY IDEAS??? IT RAN BUT SURGED AT IDLE. ANOTHER NEIGHBOR HAS ONE WHICH SURGES BUT RUNS. I BELIEVE KOHLER MADE A MOD TO THESE NOT SURE WHEN WHAT ?? RON NEW JERSEY
That would he a hard one to diagnose without going into it.
ADVERAGE JOE HAS A 6000 MOWER, ADVERAGE MY BUTT
Hi Mr Lazy. You must have stock in the electric company and battery companies! 🫶🏻
Mr. Lazy? Electric and battery? Not sure I understand anything in this comment. Please, enlighten me.
choke line is loose tighten it maybe
Fat boy Joe, after looking inside the carburetor I thought it was probably the fuel pump diaphragm getting hard. Stupid ethanol ruins the fuel system, does nothing for our fuel situation, and is a complete bust.
I agree. I've started spending the extra money to buy the non ethanol fuel in a can for the smaller stuff that doesn't get run as often. This year, as the mowers get low, I'm going to put a gallon in them and cycle it through before I park them for the winter. I'm sure it will make a huge difference.
@@AverageJoes4u *** Try this *** Get a gallon (or more) of Gas-a-Hol in a larger, sort of see-through, container that is not going to be 'eaten' by the gas. Add 1/4 + more water than the amount of gas (into the can). Shake the can to get the gas in contact with the ethanol in the gas and the water will "grab" all the ethanol and 'tie it up'. Let it settle for, oh, say, an hour or so and the water-ethanol will clearly settle to the bottom ** and the pure Gas will float on top.** Siphon off the all the water / Ethanol from the bottom and just the Non-Ethanol gas is left and ready to go.
Note, the water and ethanol (and a very tiny bit of gas) will evaporate in an open pan outside over the summer so no hazmat worries. - Joe -
@@joesinakandid528 good idea. Definitely worth a try and certainly cheaper that non ethanol.
Yeah, I’d like to meet him too! 🤣🤣
Painful to watch!
Maybe the coil is bad
Not sure what the deal was. It seems to run good now.
LOOKS LIKE YOUR GONNA NEED A STARTER BEFORE IT STARTS
Yeah. I know I was being a little rough on it. I was trying to get it to.do what it had been doing for video purposes.
I bought my YT4000 with the 24HP Briggs & Stratton new back in about 2013 and I have not had any problems with it; always starts as long as the battery is good & strong. I never had any problems with the choke situation. I keep the oil changed every couple of years and of course keep the oil level good.... replace plugs if I think they need changing...keep air filter cleaned off after just about every mow on my about 2+ acres yard. I put on a new in-line gas filter a couple of years ago. Ya know...just the common sense maintenance stuff. After every mowing I blow off the blade deck, open the hood and blow off any built up dust & leaves & dirt. And of course keep blades sharp and replaced as necessary.
One thing that I wish it had was a cutting depth setting half way between the numbers. Three is rather too close for my needs and four is almost a little too high. I'm not looking to have a "yard of the month" out here in rural America, so I just live with #4.
I am very pleased with my YT4000. I try and take care of it, and it takes care of me...LOL..!!
Sounds like you stay on top of it pretty well. Keep treating it like that and it should last forever.
I hope this abused tractor received the proper therapy.🤪🤪🤪
It did. I fixed everything and gave it to a buddy who needed one. Still running strong.
@@AverageJoes4u good job.😂😂😂😂
The way this guy slams around stuff I would not let him "Work On" my bicycle, let alone something with an engine..
I recommend that he watches some Mustie1 or Steve's Small Engine Saloon, and learn something on diagnosis??
And YES this comes from a Master Tech with over 40 years under my belt...
While I appreciate your evaluation of my channel, I have never claimed to be a "Tech" of any kind nor have I ever suggested that my videos were for instruction. I am a huge Mustie fan and if I were trying to emulate him, my channel would be more like his. It's not. While I normally welcome the unsolicited opinions that always find their way to my channel, quite frankly, I didn't ask for yours nor do I care what you think. If you find no value in my videos, please, skip right on by. There is no shortage of assholes on this planet so be unique my friend.
@@AverageJoes4u no value in my videos, please, skip right on by. There is no shortage of assholes on this planet so be unique my friend.
Oh, I DO find "value" in this video...It sure shows how to hack a repair! And as you said also there is no shortage of assholes (And HACKS) on U-Tube..Thanks again for reminding me of your intent of this channel...
Just adjust chock easy fix
You're right. Apparently that's often the problem.