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    Sears Craftsman DYS4500 Tie Rod Ends

    I don't know the name if it, but the part that includes the wheel spindle is bent out of shape and the tie rod ends are shot. I've done a back-yard mechanic repair with a hammer and anvil, and it's pretty good, but I can't find replacement parts to make it just right. Any suggestions? Model...
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    Craftsman GT3000 - Is some hotness normal on the 30 amp power fuse

    My Craftsman GT3000 with a Briggs & Stratton Platinum 20HP, OHV Turbo Cool Vtwin Intek, blew a 30 amp main power fuse over a month ago. I thought it was the fuel shut off solenoid at first but then it looked like it was more likely the electric PTO clutch. But now I'm questioning that too. The...
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    Craftsman GT3000 with Briggs 20HP, vtwin, intek Throttle linkage mechanism / governor?

    I had to disconnect my throttle linkage mechanism bracket with the 2 bolts and carefully move it out of the way to take off the fuel shutoff solenoid. Nothing fell off that I was aware of in the process. When I was putting it back on and checking things with the engine off, it seemed like the...
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    Craftsman PYT9000 - how to adjust Parking Brake?

    Friends, Recently purchased a 2010 Model Craftsman PYT9000 247.289800 13AR91PS0909. Great machine, motor runs strong. However...... The parking brake is not grabbing. I cannot find a way to adjust the tension. There are no threads or nuts on the rod that connect the pedal to the brake...
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    Craftsman GT5000 Reliability?

    Looking for a nice used riding mower for my grandfather. I found a Craftsman GT5000 online not far away for $600 and the pictures look good. Owner says all it needs is a battery, otherwise runs and mows great. Can you guys offer any info on these models? I've never had a Craftsman "garden...
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    Need wiring schematic for Craftsman T900

    I am stumped on an electrical problem with a Craftsman T900 lawn tractor. Model number 247.203791. It is made by MTD and the companion MTD number is 13AP79XT099. DOM is 2015. I have searched on line and have not come up with anything helpful. If anyone has a PDF and can share it, I would...
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    CEO of Husqvarna Calls it Quits on Lawn and Garden Tractors (Petrol), says U.S. is Too "Challenging".

    Husqvarna CEO recent quotes... "Gardening machinery group Husqvarna HUSQb.ST said on Tuesday it will restructure its struggling Consumer Brands division" "The company blamed rising commodity prices and a “challenging U.S. retail market environment" "CEO Kai Warn told Reuters that Consumer...
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