Best Lawnmower: 2014-03-16

Sabtu, 22 Maret 2014

What is the best way to convert a gas powered lawn mower to electric power? Best batteries?

justwannak

The yard I mow with the mower I want to convert is almost 5 acres. What's the ideal mower to use for converting purposes?

Answer
Any mower will do.
There is 2 ways of doing this.
First is to take a riding lawn mower and remove the engine and axle. Replace the axle with an electric transaxle (These are quite common these day), look for one that is minimum 1000 to 1200 watts. You will need a motor controller for this and throttle (There are foot pedal throttles.), make sure the controller has a reverse function on it. Then you will need a motor (At least 1hp to run the blades - single blde of 36", 2hp for multiple blades)

or, use a lawn mower that has a hydrualic transaxle (very common these days) on it. This way you don't have to purchase a new axle and controller. With this you will need at least a 3hp DC motor that runs at 3500-3700rpm.

Most mowers now use a belt system to transfer power from the motor to the axle and blades.

Now batteries.....this is where it gets expensive. It needs batteries that have a high amp output(Discharge rate), with a high aH (Amp Hour)..and if you use a 24, 36 or 48DC motor, these can range from $300 to $1000 each. (i.e. golf cart batteries which are generally 6 volts). Or you can go for some exoctic battery packs, but these can run $1200 - $3000.

This is why the major manufactuers like Deere don't have any models really to speak of. It's not the cost of manufacturing the battery riding mower, which is about the same as a gas mower, but it is the cost of the batteries. (Say a $1400 riding gas mower, would be about $3500 - $4500 as a battery mower.)

There are some great sites out there for batteries and motors. You can search under "EV", electric vehichle supplies.

By the way, I am making a riding battery lawn mower for myself right now for my 2 acres.

My lawn mower stalls out right after I take my foot off the brake. It is a Craftsman LT 1000.?

It starts right up and remains running fine, but as soon as I take my foot off the brake to take off it stalls out. Have never had any problem before.

Answer
I've got one of these mowers, look underneath the seat where the battery is located, theres a grey safety plug that when you get off the seat it auto shuts off for safety, it could of gotten loose or broke, or just popped out, this always happens on ours. You could either just tape it so its always on or replace the plug.

Its part #29 on this: http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/part-model/Craftsman-Parts/Riding-mower-tractor-Parts/Model-917273399/0247/1509200/P0408051/00001

Looks like this: http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mZ7GQOhhViRQ5pupiB_5qzw.jpg

do they have lawn mowers that will cut the grass for you?

Your Maste

my parents want me to cut it,but i'm too lazy. so do they?

Answer
they do have robot ones, but I'm sure they don't do a good job.

By when will we start to see robots? 2020?

Q. by when will we start to see robots, 2020?

Answer
There are already lots of robots and have been for 2 generations. Just go to any modern car manufacturing plant. You can see robots working onassemblyy lines doing routine work and also insisting on corrections for flaws in timing, product quality and other things. They do not look like human beings but that is because they are specialized. 5 years ago a saw robot lawn mowers being sold routinely. You cut the yard once with the machine and from then on the machine cuts the lawn without you.
THere are robotic vacuum cleaners and many other specialized use robots.

how to change oil in sears garden lawn mower?

Daniel F

Answer
At the very base of the mower is a plug with a square end. Run the engine for five minutes to get the engine and oil hot. Best to ware gloves so you do not burn your hand on hot oil. Undo the base plug and allow the oil to drain fully out the old oil. Replace the plug and refil with 20 oz of fresh 10-30 oil to the correct level.

50 years of fixing and repairing small engines.

Which is the better lawn mower?

mike

i'm in the market for a new lawn mower and was wondering which one is better.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_07138901000P?vName=Lawn+%26+Garden&cName=Walk-Behind+Lawn+Mowers&sName=Push+Mowers

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_07138819000P?vName=Lawn+%26+Garden&cName=Walk-Behind+Lawn+Mowers&sName=Push+Mowers

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100087738&N=10000003+90015+527116

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100614795&N=10000003+90015+527116
my lawn is a fairly small lawn, but the grass tends to grow a few inches tall...

Answer
I really can't tell from the links. It more depends on how big your yard is, and do you really need to bag the grass. If you have a large lawn, you will want a wider mower and at least a 5 horsepower engine, 6 horsepower if you are bagging.
On a small lawn, a 3.5 horsepower mower will work, 5 horsepower if you are bagging.

Is it OKAY to use a rear bagging LAWN MOWER to remove leaves from my yard (lots of them!!)?

I'd like to just mow over them and collect it in the bag. Will this harm my mower in any way?

Answer
yes its a great idea, I have done it many times myself. One small point set the cutter blades on high and I assume your lawn mower is a rotory mower as it will rely on the suction from the blade to lift the leaves into the bag.It would not work with a cylinder mower so well.

I have a 6hp murry lawn mower which has a plunger on the side of carb. to prime eng. but it's not getting hard

George M

before the prime knob would get hard being filled with gas but now it feels empty and I can't get it to fill up and I guess may also be the reason that the motor won't stat running but for a second after putting tiny bit of gas in thraot of carb. ??? thanks...........

Answer
yea u need to check ur gas lines to make sure their not cracked, check the bulb because u may not have to replace it, and check carb gasket... if their are any signs of cracking in any of em, replace them... whats happening is somewhere air is getting in and displacing the gas, not allowing for a good suction...

Can you use a four-wheel lawn mower as a snow plow?

Eric

Answer
It depends whether is one of those you push by hand, or if it is one those you sit on and drive. The ones you sit (Zero Turn Mower) you can attach a snow plow to them and use them for plowing.

Ah I don't think you want to try to put a snow plow on a ZTR or (Zero Turn Mower) if you prefer in fact I don't believe they even make a plow for a ZTR. the reason is because a ztr has a dual hydrostatic Transmission and you couldn't control it in the snow. However you can and they do make plows for most garden Tractors Like John Deere or Cub Cadet and so on. So to answer your question Yes you can use a four-wheel lawn mower as a snow plow. Btw if you should decide to use one for that purpose it would be advisable to remove the mowing deck before use.

Lawn Mower Snow Plow ???

sean

How much weight do you typically put on a lawn tractor when you use it for snow removal THANKS

Answer
I don't use any extra weight on mine, I use a 07' Dixon with a SnowSport ZTR plow. I suppose it might depend on the plow you are using, to keep the plow tight to the ground you could probably just buy a hold down strap/ down pressure strap, they cost about 25 dollars. If you want to take a look at what kind of plow I am using, here is a link to their site: http://www.buysnowsportplows.com/product/snowplows/snowsportztr

Jumat, 21 Maret 2014

where can i buy a lawn mower for $50 or less?

Amanda

wher can i buy a push lawn mower in top notch conditon for $50 or less

Answer
Yard Sale or Flea Market. Just make sure to check out the oil first and how it starts and if black smoke billows out. White smoke no major problems Black smoke could have problems.
Pawn shop won't have the gas to power it up. They just make sure you have gas if you bring it in and power it up.

Which is the better lawn mower?

mike

Best and fastest lawn mower to cut 3 acres?

Knick169

Is it possible to get a ZTR mower for under 5k to cut 3 acres in less than an hour and a half?

If so which ones?
Thanks for the replies thus far - if it helps I am located in NY and want to make sure I can get something for less than 5k. I am buying a home with 2.75 acres, the current homeowner has a regular tractor and claims it takes them 4 hours to cut, I need to do it in an hour to an hour and a half and want to make sure that is doable.

Thanks again!

Answer
It's been awhile, but I used a Snapper zero degree radius mower.
It's the one with the joystick steering mechanism. It took one hour to mow 2.5 acres, and the machine cost about 2800 in 1998.

It was a well built machine and it kept its value a long time.

how do you adjust the steering on a dixon ztr zeeter426 lawn mower?

bryan m

Answer
you can't

Can a lawn mower misfire?

David

Briggs&stratton quantum engine can it misfire if has old spark plug or if the timing is off?

Answer
Yes, any combustion engine can misfire. Check your plug condition and gap. If okay check to see that your spark plug wire is firmly attached to the top of the plug and not bouncing around. Not sure if this is a multiple cyclinder engine or not but be sure to do the same for all of the remaining cylinders. You can pinpoint a dead cylinder by pulling a plug wire off at a time and seeing if the idle quality changes. However, remove wire while engine is off and then start so that you dont get shocked!

lawn mower how to stop carbon build up on spark plug?

I clean it and it only lasts 20 mins top

Answer
Carbon usually comes from partially burned or unburned fuel. Meaning your carburetor is running too rich. Does the engine exhaust also look black? That is the sign of rich engine. Blue or white is oil burning. After sitting for the winter, if you are just beginning to use it for the season drain out all the old gas and put in good quality gas like Chevron or Shell and use premium. It may loosen the sticking parts in the carburetor. There are also some fuel conditioning additives that may help the carburetor.

lawn mower problems?

carol k

i have riding lawn mower and starter kicks out and turns motor one turn then stops..i hooked starter to a charger and it will keep running fine so i dont think its the starter..what should i do next

Answer
If the battery test good and all of the connections are good 12 volt source, check the valves in both overhead valve or in block style valve. Meaning, an overhead valve has a head with valves in it that you can take off, push rods, and adjustable rocker arms ( the valves are not contained with in the block). You should also check them on a valve inblock style on some series and brands ( ex. if it is like a k series Kohler they have adjustable tappets in them that have a clearance that needs to be set). I forgot to mention this style of motor contain the valve in the engine block You can tell by the head just being flat and just having spark plug hole and no moving parts in it. If it is a valve in block style or overhead, and all other conditions are met valves set properly,no electrical problems. This could maybe have a compression release problem. There is a spring and a lift pin on the camshaft that releases compression from the piston chamber. It is on the cam shaft and through cintrifigal force allows weights through turning rpm to move a pin and in turn allow the valve to go to the open position allowing compression to leak down and not dead head while starting so it can be turned over easier. After the engine starts the weights fall back in and the release is no longer holding the valve open and the valve tran operates normally. Usually if you put a charger on it will start fine. With this problem the starter has unlimited amperage ( whatever the charger is usually 300-600 amps if it a big one) to turn that motor over. Most mower batterys will carry a lot less cold cranking amps. Just remember that testing your cables can be tricky checking them with an ohm meter is a bad reading because if just one strand of the cable is touching you will get a good reading. Check the draw of the starter with an inductive pickup to see how many amps it is pulling if it is pulling just a few it is cable and connections or starter prob. If it is pulling a lot could be starter problems or it could be a compression problem because the starter is having to work double time to try and turn that motor since the cylinder is building up full compression. I have had the compression release in many cases cause a customer to buy a new starter, cables, and switch when he didn't need em. He put it on and it didn't make a difference. I am into diagnosing not spendin money. Hope I helped you diagnose it and I explained it so you could understand p.s Just dont want you to spend money on something you dont' need!

Why are lawn mowers so expensive?

Taylor

I've been wanting to start a mowing business but I've been having trouble figuring out the prices for mowers. You can buy a nice self propelled 21" mower for $300 but then if you want a 32" mower suddenly the price shoots up to about $1500. Why do lawn mowers cost so much? You can buy a riding lawn mower for the price of a 32".

Answer
Mower manufacturers have mowers they usually sell to home owners, or people that just mow for themselves. Then they have their "commercial" line of mowers, always more expensive. Just know, they all make the grass shorter.
Commercial units are usually built a bit stronger. Maybe a better motor with longer maintenance times, heavier built decks and blades, bigger gas tanks, oil filters to increase longevity. If I was starting out, I would go to craigslist(dot)org. I have always found several mowers, riders, commercial, and push mowers, as well as trimmers, trailers and any other tool you might need. Most people live close to 2 to 4 markets of CL that offer a variety of products.
So, buy used, as you develop the business, you will see and appreciate specific models and brands, then you can splurge on your favorite power tool.

First season with a 4-stroke lawn mower - winterize/storage?

Derek

Recently (mid-September) bought a new 4-stroke lawn mower and had cut the grass three times. Now, winter here in Canada is fast approaching, should the engine oil and gas been drained prior to storage in the backyard shed? Any other recommendation or advice are much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Answer
My lawn mowers usually last about 10 to 15 years, that's mowing every week for 7 to 9 months out of the year, and sometimes other people's lawns as well. What do I do for winter prep? Last mowing of the year, I empty the basket and push the thing into my shed. In the spring I sharpen or replace the blade, replace the spark plug, check the oil, and start mowing. I don't change the oil or put in any additives in the gas. I figure I could change the oil and such, but I average $20 a year for a new lawn mower. Why spend more. Never had a problem with one, until it just wears out after 10 to 15 years.

Help with new lawn?

Damski007

I have laid a new lawn that has been down a week now, I'm in sunny old england here so it has been raining on it for the hole five days. The grass is looking good and is looking healthy. When can I walk on it?, and if this rain ever stops when should I cut it foe the first time?. I have been given a hover mover, but is it better to cut the grass with a rotorey mower. All answers greatly recieved. 1 more Question, should I start to use any fertizer?.
I think I should of pointed out that it was turf that was laid.

Answer
Hi from Toronto, Ontario Canada. Most new sod is well rooted in 7 to 10 days, but avoid walking on the newly sodded lawn for at least 3 weeks or a month is better. If tender new roots are stressed while they are growing into the soil they will take longer to establish the new turf.
I would wait for at least 6 weeks before fertilizing. Do not use a fertilizer/pesticide combination. Use a slow release fertilizer. You could have used a starter fertilizer underneath the new sod. But not to worry. It will be fine. It's great you're getting the rain.
Wait as long as possible before mowing your newly sodded lawn for the first time. Mowing requires walking on the turf which can harm the new roots connecting it to the soil. It is a good idea to let the grass grow at least 3 inches tall; 4 is better.
For that first mowing take just a little off the top and come back 2 or 3 days later and take it down to two inches. Taking the time to cut the grass a little bit twice is less stressful on the new turf that coming on with one deep cut.
I hope I have been of some help. Good luck on your new lawn.

Kamis, 20 Maret 2014

I have a Club Cadet GT2186 riding lawn mower. The steering wheel lifts up and then it just spins freely. Why?

Answer
Check your owners manuel or shop for one online your likely cause is the steering wheel has come loose like the new 2011 chevy cars try looking for a boot or cover on the steering wheel like a car it should have a nut in the center of it too tighten or check with a garden shop that sell riding mowers see if they offer any advice as how to fix it good luck try this link contact them and explain the problemhttp://www.tractorhouse.com/list/list.aspx?ETID=1&OHID=6236929&Manu=CUB%20CADET&Mdltxt=GT2186&MdlX=Contains&notfound=1 copy and paste

Toro E-cycler cordless mower?

Garry_Mitc

I am thinking of getting the Toro cordless mower and worried about how it cuts thick grass. My yard has thick grass and it has a lot of moisture. I am curious how dose this mower do by it being cordless? Also if not this mower how about the Toro gas mowers like the ones with the pace self propelled systems with either electric start or blade brakes? thank you

Answer
If you are looking for a Toro mower, I would go with recommendations by Consumer Reports. They just came out with their latest reviews of the top lawn mowers for this year and several Toro mowers are on the list. But they are all gas-powered. If you have a large yard and thick grass, I'd go with the gas mowers as it's more powerful than electric mowers.

2011 Best Lawn Mower Recommendations by Consumer Reports:
http://www.tigerfdn.com/consumer-reports-recommended-lawn-mowers

Some of the Toro mowers mentioned are:

Toro Super Recycler Self-Propelled Mower 20092
Toro Super Bagger 20192
Toro Recycler 20333 (this was on last year's list as a "best buy" also)
Toro Recycler 2033

what self propelled mower is better for commercial use, lawn boy, Honda, toro, ariens, and john deere....?

Bmxican

Answer
Hoda and Toro make the best mowers. See Consumer Reports Magazine May 2013.

In your opinion, what was the best/worst top 5 albums of 2013?

Isai

Best (No order)
Lawn Mower Man - Madchild
Legends Never Die - R.A The Rugged Man
Beautiful Death Machine - Swollen Members
Black Flag - MGK
Something Else - Tech N9ne

Worst
Yeezus- Kanye West
That's all I know lol
I don't listen to artists I don't like

Answer
The best
1. Dessa- Parts of Speech
2, Run the Jewels- Run the Jewels'
3. Sapient- Slump
4. Classified- Classified
5. Milo- Cavalcade
6. Factor- woke up alone
7. Qwel & Maker- Beautiful Raw
8. RA the Rugged- Legends never die
9. Black Milk- No poison No paradise
10. Milo- Things that happen at day

The worst albums

Kayne- Yeezus
Hopsin- knock madness
BOB- Underground
Nelly- MO
J Cole - Born Sinner

Rabu, 19 Maret 2014

Electric Earthwise Corded Lawn Mower manual?

Rey franci

Do you happen to know where I can get the manual of this from?

Answer
Contact the manufacturer. Earthwise mowers are manufactured by

Website: https://www.reelin.com/
American Lawn Mower Co.
P. O. Box 369
Shelbyville, IN
46176
Consumer Hotline: 1-800-633-1501
Email: Sales@reelin.com

riding lawn mower repair?

warren4797

Answer
A riding mower most likely takes a paper air filter element, so don't wash it out with gas, that goes for if it has a foam filter, when you do so with a foam "pre filter" for the paper filter, don't oil it. If its a all foam air filter, do oil it.
When its being stored for over a month, use a fuel stabilizer to prevent gum deposits in the carb. When storing the engine, makes sure the tanks full to the brim, to minimize condensation, the 10 percent ethanol in gas today takes on moisture. OIl.... check it every time you start it cold.... and add when needed, this will insure it won't seize from running it low, these engines need that oil full!!. Change it every 25 hours. Use a good name brand hd-30 (high detergent) in the summer above 40 degrees. Below 40 use a multi weight, or use a synthetic 10 or 5w-30 all year round. If it has a oil filter, change it every time. Change the plug when it gets hard to start, just clean it once a year and gap it at .30 . I like to use marvel mystery oil in the gas, good carb and upper cylinder lube, and does a little cleaning. If this is a ohv engine, check the manufacturers website on clearances, and tighten or loosen the rockers to get it back within that. Also on air filters, change em more in dusty conditions, don't skimp... change em once a year, and don't try and wash a paper filter or blow it out, water closes the tiny holes in the paper, and compressed air opens them, letting in more dirt. Blades usually do last 2 or 3 years without sharpening them, just check em once in a while and sharpen or replace when needed, make sure they are balanced (nail in a post, and hang it by the bolt hole making sure its level is a good method) And last but not least, store it in a good place, if under a tarp, make sure the tarp can vent, tarps collect moisture that can get in the gas... if your tires go flat, slime is a life saver.... fix a flat is alright, but is caustic to bare steel. If its gonna be terribly cold, remove the battery and keep it in a warm place. Grease all your fittings with a good grease every 3 or 4 years maybe.

hope I covered most of it.

how much is the average price for a used lawn mower?

aunisty

my lawn mower has issues. somehow the blades are messing up and grinding together and making a terrible noise. I need to buy a new one now.

does anyone know how much the average price for a used lawn mower is?

thanks so much!

Answer
I bet your could get one for as low as 50 bucks at a pawn shop... Here is a link to the cheapest one at walmart for 129.99

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10854262

Weigh your options... If you have the money buy the new one...it will pay for itself in a couple months in comparison to if you paid someone to mow...

Mowers with at least 5.5 horsepower perform just as well as mowers with stronger engines. So keep that in mind. Also a self propelled mower would be nice. (one that drives itself with no need to push the mower)

whats the best riding lawn mower for its price?

sigmond

Answer
a Husqvarna is by far the best.next would be a john deere.never get a Lowe's brand mower,ours is a piece of junk.we have put over 500 in parts on that thing in 1 season and it wont run at all still.

what is the best lawnmower to buy?

saccharin

Answer
I use "Yardman" from Walmart and "White" from our hardware store, they run under $200 and bag, mulch and side discharge. the whites are better than the yardman because of the ball bearing wheels. if you are look for a self propelled mower, we have tried MACK form the semi tractor company (made by Ariens) but it lasted as long as the yardmans and whites do! I have used John Deere, Snapper, Murray, Sears and Toro, these machines (under our conditions) last no longer than Yardman or White. we mow 52 lawns a week verying in sizes from postage stamp lawns to one+ acre lawns and these mowers last one and a half seasons. figuring that in one week these mowers are used more than most are used in a year, and in SD where I live the lawn season lasts from early April to early November, these mowers LAST!

how do i change the oil on my lawnmower?

Q. oil change.

Answer
If this is a typical push-mower (not a riding type), there will be a drain plug on the bottom of the engine. It would be best to set the mower up on blocks, saw horses or whatever you can find to make it easy to get under it.

You will need a pan or bowl to catch the oil (about 1 quart). Remove the plug and the oil will drain out, replace the plug.
Put the mower on level ground and refill the oil. Newer mowers actually have a dipstick, older ones just have a small plug you remove and fill to a mark or groove (consult instruction manual if you have one). Most mowers will call for 30 weight oil.

Used oil should be taken to a recycling center or to any of the "quick lube" places.

Riding mower procedure is the same but some engines have the drain plug on the side of the engine near the bottom.

Considering that you paid $200 or more for the mower and a quart of oil is only about $2, it makes sense to change the oil often to keep the engine in good condition.

Selasa, 18 Maret 2014

Which mower is best for 6 1/2 acre?

Thomas W

I'm going to buy a zero-turn mower next grass cutting season and was wondering which mower would be better? Kubota 22HP gas engine 48 in. deck model zg 222 or john deere estate series Z-track 25hp- Kohler V-twin OHV air cooled engine 60 in. deck. Also going to use to cut others peoples lawns too.

Answer
Since the 60in is 20% bigger you will get done 20% faster which when cutting lawns for pay means more money per hour. (unless you foolishly charge by the hour)

We have 1 acre of property. Should we get a riding mower or a push mower?

Melissa B

I am willing to do up to 2 hours of hard work. I would rather have a gas mower either way, and would also get a self-propelled push mower. The only thing is my husband thinks we need a riding mower and says a push mower would be too much work. But riding mowers are SO expensive! What should we get?

Answer
It all depends on how much of your acre is lawn. If you have mostly large areas, it is better to have a riding mower. Just remember it is healthy to cut your lawn in a different direction every time you mow to keep your lawn healthy. At the same time you might need both riding and push mowers because you might have some areas that your riding mower cannot access, unless that access is small enough to so with a weed eater. Riding mowers are more expensive even in repairs. Personly, I like the effect that the push mowers have in tghe cuts.And if pushing is an issue, the self-propelled are great. Usually the only I would get a riding mower is if I didn't have time to spend cutting the lawn or........if I was just plain to lazy to cut the lawn any other way. But if you yourself are willing to take the time to do the work, I would definately say self-propelled mower.

What zero-turn lawn mower is better?

Mattyboy

The Cubcadet 42'' ZRT, the Toro 42'' Timecutter Z, or the John Deere Z225. And why. What are some pros and cons. Best answer gets 10 points. Thanks.

Answer
Cub cadet is made in mexico so is the john deere. the john deere is the most expensive and a lot of the cost is the name. I would go with the toro cause its made in the usa, has full pressure lubrication on the motor like the pros have, has the deck wash feature where you hook a water hose to the deck and wash it out while its running. and its resale value is very good, just look on ebay and compare prices for them. only the high end cub cadet/john deere stuff is still made in the usa. the stuff you can buy at home depot or Lowe's is made in mexico. also i know a dude that mowes his 4 acer yard with a time cutter and has over 600hrs on the machine with no problems.

i was wondering who made jaguar lawn mowers.?

chad L

looking for a website,plus diagrams,of a jaguar 4000.

Answer
I would have to say Jaguar makes Jaguar lawn mowers. Just a hunch.

Sulky or no Sulky on my walk behind SCAG mower?

Donnie

I have a 2011 SCAG SW 36" Advantage belt driven walk behind with the Kohler Command Pro 15(HP) engine. It has less than 40 hours on it, I bought it late in the season and only use it on my not so large lawn. I am 5' 10", 190 lbs. Can my mower handle a sulky? I'm not sure how the transmission would handle it. Would I kill it? I don't have major hills and don't cut when it's wet...barely less than 1 acre lot. Thanks for any info or life experiences.

Answer
that mower should handle a sulky. they are not heavy

Self-propelled lawn 22" mowers - Kohler OHV 149cc vs B/S 190cc engines?

Tom

Both are on the same FWD TORO self propelled mower body (model:20371 vs. 20331). I read the 190 has 6.75 hp and the 149cc has 4.2, but both claim 6.75 gross torque. Which is the better engine to go with? thanks much
p.s. I also was told both these engines were made in China .....

Answer
The B&S engine one is a 2011 model or older, the Kohler is a 2012. The B&S engine is the old "L Head" style Quantum engine that Briggs has used for years. Due to EPA emission regulations, those engines are being phased out in favor of "OHV" or "Over Head Valve" engines. The Kohler engine has only been out for a short time. I have yet to see one in action or service it. This is the first year we have had one in our shop. Another reason that the general public will not hear, is B&S owns Snapper and Simplicity. Toro sees them as competitors now. Either engine will last. Even if they are made in China, Kohler and Briggs will stand behind their engine. I would haggle on the Briggs since its a year older. Another way to tell what year it is, look at the first 3 digits of the serial number. If it starts with a 310, its a 2010, 311 is 2011 and 312 is 2012.

how do you set the timing on a lawn mower?

Answer
You set the valve timing by lining up the spots on the timing gears when re-assembling the motor,.... its all but foolproof.
You set the ignition timing by making SURE the key way and the square key and the slot on the flywheel all line up exactly......again, almost foolproof.
The embedded magnet(s) in the flywheel pass the induction coil magnet and that charges the coil, and shoots the spark to the plug....

With the proper stoichiometric fuel ratio, the engine will run.

More lawn mower help?

Rob

I recently hydro-locked my lawn tractor, and I got it running again, i burnt off the excess oil in the system however, the motor doesnt seem to be running right. its acting as if its running out of gas (the rpms going up and down, pulsating really) it doesnt shut off, but it acts up and in low gears it jerks you as it gains and looses power, is there something i forgot to do? I cleaned the plugs drained the carb, air filter and all that.

Answer
Open the gas cap on your push mower. Tilt the lawn mower to empty the gas tank. Set the mower upright and fill the gas tank with new gas. For riding mowers, use a siphon tube with a hand pump to drain out the gasoline. Start the mower
Go to the carburetor and find the idle adjustment screw, Turn the screw to the left one-half turn. Start the lawn mower. If the idle is still too high, turn the adjustment screw one-eighth turn counterclockwise. If the mower idles too low, turn the adjustment screw one-eighth turn clockwise.

Also did you turn the engine over without the spark plug in to remove any excess fluid? Keep the engine running and pull the throttle cable back to allow the engine too burn any more oil away effecting the carburetor, if that doesn't work its time to move on to a carb rebuild.

Best of luck- BTW I strongly believe that the problem now lies with the carburetor , as you said you originally got it running after I told you the procedure how to get rid of the hydro lock condition

water for gas?

derbearbmx

does anyone know if that water for gas product really work?

Answer
Water to hydrogen H2O to HHO yes their have bin lots of cars that run on water look on
you tube under water cars.

The proses of electrolysis works best and easiest with older cars/ trucks /lawn mowers that have carbs or old style fuel injection with a distributer, you get rid of your carb install a HHO fuel cell converter with electronics and change the timing since the hydrogen fires more quickly and gives you more HP. It will get a gas hybrid more MPG on a carb but you have to put a good amount of HHO in the system and it requires a lot of tinkering.
I don't know the long term affects of running HHO but I would Imagen that the by product (water) would rust the engine over time if you don't run it every other day or so but it's clean and a fun project for a beater. In the near future the engines that are HHO will have a new design with other materials like porcelain cylinders and plastic blocks. COOL HA!

On new cars it's very hard with the computer systems to convert with out a way to get in the PCM or ECM but it will come and soon.

I wouldn't bother with a small fuel cell on a fuel injected car they don't get you more mileage and since the computer recalculates they loses fuel economy instead of help it.

the easiest way to run on HHO is to have a older car and install a HHO tank instead of gas it's a little cheaper then gas at about $2.20 a gallon and it's fully upgradeable for a fuel cell replacement.

their are new co. that have really good fuel cells that can run for 6 hrs+ at the same temp thats the kind you want not some guy in his basement .

The Stan myers system worked the best and some one killed him that guy was going to convert cars for mankind at only $1500 each conversion and actually he had the very first in cylinder HHO conversion that I now saw in japanies you tube that worked off the same priceable.

THE MOST INPORTENT THING ABOUT THE HYBRID CONVERSION IS HAVING A ADJUSTABLE DISTRIBUTER NOT ELECTRONICLY CONTROLLED.

Is there any >550kg(~1200lbs) car?

Need a car

I need a car for a reasonable price, it has to be less than 550kg(~1200lbs).

Answer
You can't afford a car that light. :)

Lotus Elise, one of the lightest cars around, still weights in at about 1700-1900 lbs.

In the 1950's and 60's they made some Microcars that barely fit one person (certain not one over 6 ft tall) and are deathtraps by today's standards, but they are light as heck (under 500 lbs). Unfortunately, they are collector's item now, so you STILL can't afford one.

One such example: the Peel Trident

http://www.microcarmuseum.com/tour/peel-trident.html

Your LAWN MOWER has more horsepower than this car. But it *was* a proper car.

The current lightest car in production is the Zenn electric car... 1200 lbs.

http://www.zenncars.com/

But I doubt you can afford that either. Enough said. Did I mention its max speed is 25 mph? Guess not.

(Before any one suggest the Scion xA, Do you research first. Its curb weight is 2340 lbs. SMARTcar is 1653 lbs... So it ain't that light. )

Carterham 7 CSR would qualify at about 1278 lbs, but it's NOT legal to sell in the US as it lacks safety equipment. With safety equipment installed it'd be over 1500 lbs. AND it costs 44K WITHOUT engine or transmission. Assembled versions are closer to 70K. So no, you STILL can't afford one.

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Kasey C, PC guru since Apple II days
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Senin, 17 Maret 2014

How can I make my dog not afraid of the lawn mower?

creepingde

We Don't know what caused her fear of the lawnmower, but as long as she can hear one running, particularly bad when its in our yard, she convulses, tucks her tail and hides. she's a VERY obedient Black Lab / English Shepard mix, but when the shed that the mower is contained in is brought out, she doesn't acknowledge whistling, her name, anything. What can I do to help my dog get over this fear? will she need veterinary attention to do so?
Well, for starts, putting my dog inside, in the room furthest from the the yard with loud music on before the shed door even opens, as soon as the music starts she convulses. she's afraid of nothing else, and letting my dog have a panic attack each time the mower is on (or my neighbors mower) seems ridiculous. i asked about veterinary assistance, not saying my dog would be medicated for it or anything, but only because i have NO idea how to help her. Thought it might be able to help her. When the mower is operated, the dog isnt allowed anywhere near it, and all of us involved are careful to pay attention to where things are. she's safe, but still has anxiety issues, wont eat or respond to any sort of attention or call or anything.
in the last additional segment, i meant to say as soon as the MOWER starts, not music.

Answer
Maybe start feeding her next to the lawn mower while it is off. Buy a CD that plays a lawn mower-like sound, and play it on repeat for a couple of days in the house, steadily increasing the volume of it. ...This one might make you go a little crazy, though. :)

If it were me, I'd just make sure the dog was safe and crated in the house before mowing the lawn. Don't respond to her fear, because that only reaffirms that it is okay to be afraid of the object, and will cause her to be more afraid of it.

Maybe you could start NILIF training. It may help her lawn mower anxiety by proving to her that since you are the alpha, you will protect her from that "big crazy monster." :)

how do you make a rideing lawn mower.........?

josh w

how do you make a rideing lawn mower, run 50 0r 60 mph. i see them race on tv and stuff but i dont know how the do it. because i got a 5 hp moter on my go kart tha runs 30 and a 18 hp mother on my lawn mower, and i know it shold do at least 50 or 60. someone tell me wat to do.....

Answer
First, ya gotta take the mower deck off. Then you have to disconnect the governor to allow the engine to run at higher RPM's. Then you have to replace the blown engine with one that is designed to run at a high enough RPM, like a snowmobile engine. Then buy enough life insurance to pay for your funeral. If you are serious about racing your lawn mower, wait until you see another lawn mower race and check out the sanctioning body for these races. Should be something like "NALMRA" or something close to that.

information on lawn mower blades?

Robert S

looking for any information on the Gator Mulcher Blade for a 30in rider verses the regular mulching blade

Answer
The teeth on them help chop / mulch grass clippings and leaves.
I find they work well ONLY when the blades are sharp. Dulled in the least, they cut poorly. I suspect aerodynamics as the cause..

lAWN MOWER BLADE CORRECT ATTACHMENT DIRECTION?

edjdonnell

I hace a Push lawnmower, name brand is "WHITE" it has a 6.50 hp tecumseh engine, my question is which way does the blade attach to the blade attachment , in that it fits either way, and the book that comes with it, does not specify at all, it just says re-attach after sharpening, but I got it used, without the blade, bought a blade, and no directions on blade, the picture in the book does not show any details of the blade to deternine which way it goes on. to "Cut" not "mulch" do the bent sides along th center of the blade face the ground or the bottom of the mower deck, like I said, I want to "cut" not mulch. please don't say the end tips should face up, becuase this happens no matter which way you flip the blade, since it a duel action blade, do those bend face down, to protect the bolt head from ground debris? or face up, to lock it better on the blade adapter? just alittle baffled, thank you.

Answer
The back of the blade is like a wing to lift the grass. So you want the bent up part to face the engine.
All the mowers I have rotate with a clockwise turn as you stand and look down on the mower. So the cutting edge will come at you on the right and away from you on the left as you push it. Of course that will be backwards if you have the mower turned upside down.

Is it safe to store a lawn mower in the house?

Latonya Fl

Answer
Not if it's powered by petrol - petrol is so volatile you'd be putting yourself at high risk of fire.
If it's an electric mower I can't see any problem other than mess and any creatures you might traipse into your home.

Push reel mower ease of use vs gas mower?

melaniecam

I am looking at buying a push reel mower instead of gas/electric.

Our lawn is .71 of an acre. Would it be insanely hard to cut a yard that big with a push reel mower? There is only $30 difference in the price between the gas and push mowers, so price isn't the issue.

ALSO on that note about mowers. We bought a $400 used riding lawn tractor from our neighbor that he had fixed up and used for a year On the first cut, a belt on the mowing deck broke. My hubby keeps buying new belts to hopefully fix it, but they keep breaking too. So, we have a $00 lawn tractor that hubby refuses to talk to the neighbor about- he doesn't want any hard feelings, he says. I'm mad and either want our $ back or him to fix it. Our lawn is a mess, hubby won't buy a new mower, and I have been paying someone to cut our lawn. What should we do about it?

Answer
You must be joking, cut over two thirds of an acre of lawn with a push mower, are you the Olympic shot putt Champion ?. Right, forget the push mower, that leaves two options. I. repair the sit on mower or 2. purchase a petrol mower. I think you would get your sit on repaired for much less than the cost of a new mower. Find out your dealers, it doesn't have to be the same maker. Get it in for repair and service. It will be like new when you get it back.......problem solved. By the way, your hubby sounds a bit like me.

Minggu, 16 Maret 2014

What is the technological country situation of the USA?

Vincent

If information available: more specfic: the snowsports industry in the USA

Answer
The USA has an infinity of technologies.

Until the US business world started to export its work to other nations, and solve the terrorist border situation by blocking access of foreign students to US universities, the US was a world leader in many technologies, but if current trends continue, the US will cease to exist in a few decades.

There is a wealth of information about snow sports technology
http://www.google.com/search?q=snow+sports&hl=en

Have you ever seen a winter olympics?
All those sports are alive and well in USA.

There is ice hockey, ice scating, ice dance.

In big cities there are ice rinks where even in the hot summer weather, people can play on the ice. The place rents ice skates to the patrons.

The US has many places where people go for skiing on snow, which is often artificial. There are lifts to carry people to the stop of the ski slopes. These places are called ski resorts.

An alternative to standing up while riding down a slope, is sitting or lying on a snow board.

While skis and snowboards might sound like low technology, there's a huge industry associated with the resins used to make the skis and boards slide well, not have snow stick to them.

There are also people who go cross country skiiing.
Snow Shoes are used to walk over snow.

America loves its consumer electrnoics, so those people in the high mountains, on skis, they often able to talk by cell phone to friends still in the big cities.

In the big cities of the north, there can be lots of snow in winter, and residents have ways to avoid having to shovel 50 feet of snow each day. There is something called a snow blower, that in size is like a lawn mower. It goes over the snow, and moves it away from drive way and street, so cars can travel there without a lot of hassle.

The air ports use these kinds of things on a larger scale.

In Alaska, when you park your car at parking meter, you can plug it into electricity to keep the engine warm, so it does not freeze so it will start again when you are ready to leave.

There are cities with electric cables running under the sidewalks, to keep the sidewalks at a temperature such that any snow will melt.

There are vehicles that drive over the snow ... various sizes, from like a motorcycle on skiis on up to trucks that drive over an "ice road" in Alaska and Canada, over a lake that is frozen most of the year, in support of various mines that need to be supplied year round.

How long does it take to fix a 4 wheelers 2 gas leaks?

Misty

Our 4 wheeler has been in the shop since before New years eve and here it is January 14 and still nothing. The guy said they ordered a part and when it comes in, they will fix it and call us. That was over a week ago and still no call. This is ridiculous and I think he's giving us the run around. What is really going on here? Its suppose to be a reputable shop in town that sales lawn mowers too. We bought the 4 wheeler from them.

Answer
Parts are serious issues. I used to sell and service consumer electronics. I know it seems strange but dealers are held at bay by manufacturers supply chain. Some companies only provide parts thru 3rd party companies, or the parts dept would be a separate division. Add to this the holiday shipping schedules, weather, and the fact that the part may be on back order from a foreign country and is being brought over by ship.
I am sure your dealer wants the thing out of his way too,,its taking up room! He wants his customers to be happy and this is his livelyhood . I am sure he did not single you out to piss off.
In my case if someone brought in a brand that I didnt sell or hve an unusual problem I would give them the part# and phone numbers I had and let them get on the phone for hours searching,,when you get the part let me know,,,
Cut the guys some slack, its only been a few weeks,,,not bad in my opinion. Regards.

If you really want to get ahead of the line stop by with a smile and a box of donuts,,best thing you could do to hurry things up. Trust me !

This Craftsman LT2000 lawn mower will not start.?

Kenny

This guy told asked me to mow his lawn while he went out of town and now when I went up to his house to do so I can't start the mower. It's a craftsman lt2000 and I'm following all the instructions on it perfectly but when I go to turn the ignition, nothing. Not a thing happens. I'm thinking the battery could be dead but I don't know. Please help. :(
The motor does not turn. Nothing happens at all, could it be my battery?

Answer
If nothing is happening, meaning the engine isn't even turning over, make sure you are firmly planted in the seat, the mower deck is disengaged, the transmission is in neutral, and you are firmly pressing down on the brake/clutch pedal. Each one of theese points has a safety switch which will prevent the engine from turning over. If it still wont turn over, then yes, check for a dead battery, and you can jump it with a car, just make sure to hook the cables up correctly and not accidently short the positive jumper cable to the frame when you connect it to the mower, this happes a lot as the spaces around the battery are generally tight. If you need more assistance feel free to contact us at nuevolawnandgarden@verizon.net

Replaced lawn mower transmission pulley?

TonsofFun

I replaced the pulley on the transmission of my lawn mower to make it go faster since it was just kinda sitting around not doing anything anymore. It goes way faster then it did before, but it will only go fast for maybe 5 minutes or so, then when i try to go fast again it doesn't go nearly as fast. If i wait a long time like over night, then take it out the next day, it works just as good as before....i dont know why this is. any help is appreciated.

Answer
This makes no sense. Only if the engine is overheating it MIGHT be the cause of reduced performance.

I know that all lawn mower engines have a speed governor. You demand power and the throttle opens wide. As the engine RPM's come up, the governor closes the throttle down a little to reduce its power. If the engine should be forced to run overspeed the governor will close the throttle down till the engine comes under control.

I used to have a mini-bike when I was a kid. I hated that governor, so I bypassed it. I disconnected the linkage between it and the carburetor. I then hooked my throttle cable directly to the carburetor and had FULL control over its power. Not satisfied with its power and speed my best friend and I built a supercharger for it. AND IT WORKED. We swore it had more power and speed but it may just have been the psychosomatic affect of BELIEVING it was working better JUST because we did something to it.

The power the engine is capable of generating versus the work you are asking it to do will have an effect on overall performance. If you over-stress the engine you will likely burn it out. Changing the gear ratios is a good way of trial and error testing to find what works best. But there's a limit to how fast it can go.

Be creative; try building an electric bike or go-cart. Electric motors can spin MUCH faster than gasoline engines. The only disadvantage is milage, you won't go as far. I toyed around with the idea when I was a kid but back then I didn't have my engineering degree and solving that problem was beyond me. If ever any of my girls give me a grandson maybe I'll build him one. But that's years away.

G-day.

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Smoking Lawn mower?

h4ad23m

got engine started but when it started bad smoke comes out the muffler, we waited a while but the smoke never died down. how do you fix this???

Answer
if the smoke is blueish then oil is going into the combustion chamber or it can also be contaminated fuel. change the gas if no change then oil is going into engine(gasket problem) if you know how to replace an engine gasket then this should be a walk in the park, if not have take it to home depot in (tool rentals) they can fix it or will help you find who will

yard machine 6.25 motor lawn mower what oil does it take?

John H

Answer
A lawn mower usually takes lawn mower oil that you can find in a Home Depot, Menards, Lowe's or most hardware stores.

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