mr5by5
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I have an LX-178 that I think has the same problem - have you checked-out the PTO Clutch for the mower yet? I think that is the source of my trouble - I was mowing this AM and I heard a few "funny" noises then a big "clank" and the engine stalled and would not restart! I thought the engine was gone and had thrown a rod or something but after I dragged it back to the house and let it cool-off it started right up and ran fine 'til I heard some clinking and screeching from the vicinity of the clutch and it stalled again. I took off the belt and watched the PTO clutch as it was running and it was jumping-around and rattling like crazy. I am guessing this is my problem - have you solved yours yet?