I was wondering how I could get my second hand mid gold riding mower to cut as high as my push mower because I have a huge back yard and it was cutting way too low. I decided to google how to do it myself and this do it yourself video saved me. It was easy and correctly one point in every way. THANKS A MILLION!
Hi and thanks. I have an 1988 Wards/MTD that still runs great. However my local repair guy retired so I am on my own. Thanks for this video. Nice ,simple and no BS like someone else mentioned.
Thanks, great video! I have the same lawnmower and recently it has started to stall out only when the mower is engaged and I turn sharp left or go over bumps. I thought it was a problem with the seat switch or wiring harness rubbing on the steering shaft but it's not. This all happened after running over a piece of metal in the yard. Any ideas as to what the problem might be? Thanks again 😀
I want to try and replace my yard machine riding mower deck drive belt, but I am afraid I will mess things up. your video has given me the courage to attempt the replacement. I will post you with the results. willow
TightWadDIY. I was recently gifted a YardMachines By MTD 21 hp B&S 46 inch cut garden tractor that I have been working the kinks out of. Do all of the MTD mower decks have the same adjustments? I have Cub Cadets & A John Deere but never a MTD. I noticed that when I go to notch #2 that the deck is mowing slightly lower on the right side. Considering all of the other quirky maintenance related issues that I have resolved - Leveling the mower deck will be a breeze. Thanks for your very good video.
I'm really enjoying your mower videos since I have the same kind of mower myself. Can you tell me WHERE the safety switch is that keeps me from mowing in reverse with the blade running? Please let me know if you can. Thanks. Love your channel.
I no longer have this mower but it s has to be right where you switch to reverse. There will be a bar that presses in the switch. You will likely have to loosen the switch and not pull the wires out.
I made a comment to turn up your audio or voice but I very much enjoy your videos as a suggestion you might want to try getting a little mic that goes around your mouth I watch one other video a guy got that and it's like you're talking to him on the phone you could hear it very but I very much enjoy watching you do what you do so I didn't mean to come off harsh you're very very helpful
I didn’t take it as harsh. The audio quality is pretty poor on this video. I wish they provided a way to enhance it on a posted video. I’m much better with editing now and can adjust the levels as needed. I really appreciate the constructive feedback.
Enjoy all your videos forgive me if I'm on my mind know anything about Dodge trucks lost my headlights on windshield wipers blinkers flashers brake lights all at the same time put in a new blinker switch all the fuse has been tested my next thing is the fuse box just need a little insight maybe you know someone once again enjoy all your videos you're definitely a five-star video
Around 1:58 what’s that “U shaped bracket” that’s in the back. I have a Bolens mtd mower and the front of the deck hangs down low. The people said it needed a bracket for the deck welded and that’s the only thing I can see that’s off on mine aside from adjustments.
I bought a used 46" Yard Machine, and it seems like even the highest cut setting is way too low. Is there a good way to raise the overall height, not just the tilt?
+Jim Calkins you can take a plug of your grass to your local extension agent or ask a landscaper what type of grass you have. You can then look up the optimal cut height for it. You may find you are cutting your grass too high anyway. I cut my Bermuda on level 2 or 3 of 7.
+pontiachotshot I did not have a bagger on this particular mower. I wouldn't suggest using a mulching blade because mulching blades are meant to throw the grass back into the blade for a second cut instead of discharging it. I would use a traditional blade without a high lift curve because it would throw the clippings out with more force.
+Dylan Chalmers The same concepts apply to all lawn tractors but the adjustment instruments may be slightly different. They typically have an adjustment in the front and on the side opposite the chute.
+TightWadRepairs i might have to adjust it since i didn't take the deck off and it got hung up on the rocks while doing a small landscaping project with mulch
hi I just got a CENTRAL PARK (MTD) riding mower probably 20 to 25 years old. Have been attempting to level the cut but for the life of me I can not find the leveling mechanism. Have been trying to adjust a small hook type thing with cotter pin and bolt but not sure if it is where I need to be. HELP PLEASE!!!
Bruce Manti Hey, Bruce. I haven't worked on any MTD mowers that old. Look up Taryl Fixes All on here and see if he knows. He owns a mower repair shop and has probably seen a Central Park mower.
Good video, but you missed an important step. After inflating the tyres to the correct pressure, measure the height of the top of the rims. I did this and discovered one rear wheel rim was 7mm lower than the other! This put a bad pitch or angle in the plane of my mower deck. Reducing the inflation pressure of the higher wheel rim tyre by 1.5 psi brought the rims and the axle level, which is the intent of the inflation step, but not the actual situation in practice. Lawn tractor / ride-on mower tyres aren't manufactured to the same tolerances as car tyres so have more variation in inflated diameter / height.
Ram M457 It may looks the same and be the same color but could be a different length. Check out the other videos on my channel. I have several videos showing how to replace belts.
Do you have a pic of the belt drive springs I have one I can't seem to find where it goes ... The spring with no cable on it is the one I am talking about . I been looking at you videos be its hard to see how yours is hooked
Have a question . I am having trouble with the pto switch .. When I start it with the blades off I have to move the lever to make sure it rest on the pto switch it's under the right side of the fender . Then it will start its like the lever is lose ... Also when I want to go backwards it with the blades on it will turn off the motor . So I turn off the blades but the still wants to turn off till I move the pto lever to rest on the switch . Can I just zip tie it down so I will but have this issue ?
Ram M457 Technically it will work if the switch is pressed and all the time. I can’t say that I recommended but you could find a way to permanently push the switch down.
TightWadRepairs ok thank you I will just zip tie that switch . I know it's for safety but it's sure not working the way it should . I will try to find another lever since its lose and not resting on the switch .
Bought a used 42 inch cut rider ( my first ever ) not long ago and had a heck of a time getting the deck level. First time I mowed it cut low on my left and high on my right. Before I mowed today, I adjusted the hex nut until that side of the deck was at its highest position. It still cut high on that side of the deck so I moved the anti scalping wheel on the left to a lower position. Cutting pretty good now. Next time I mow though, I'm going to need to lower the hex nut a notch or two. Trial & Error, I suppose. I mean, it's cutting good, but my OCD gets the best of me every time :P
I was wondering how I could get my second hand mid gold riding mower to cut as high as my push mower because I have a huge back yard and it was cutting way too low. I decided to google how to do it myself and this do it yourself video saved me. It was easy and correctly one point in every way. THANKS A MILLION!
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too. I have several videos for this mower so be sure to subscribe!
Hi and thanks. I have an 1988 Wards/MTD that still runs great. However my local repair guy retired so I am on my own. Thanks for this video. Nice ,simple and no BS like someone else mentioned.
Roger Green You are welcome. Be sure to subscribe. I have several repair videos for this mower.
Throw it in the gutter and go buy another
That was just what I was looking for. Simple instruction and straight to the point.
Cheers
Kelly Vallier Always happy to help. Be sure to subscribe and thumbs up!
Thank you for being straight to the point 👍
My pleasure!
Thanks, great video! I have the same lawnmower and recently it has started to stall out only when the mower is engaged and I turn sharp left or go over bumps. I thought it was a problem with the seat switch or wiring harness rubbing on the steering shaft but it's not. This all happened after running over a piece of metal in the yard. Any ideas as to what the problem might be? Thanks again 😀
Joseph Allert It sounds like a loose connection but I’m not sure where to tell you to look.
I want to try and replace my yard machine riding mower deck drive belt, but I am afraid I will mess things up. your video has given me the courage to attempt the replacement. I will post you with the results. willow
blak poisin Great. I'm happy to help. Please let me know if you run into any problems.
TightWadDIY. I was recently gifted a YardMachines By MTD 21 hp B&S 46 inch cut garden tractor that I have been working the kinks out of. Do all of the MTD mower decks have the same adjustments? I have Cub Cadets & A John Deere but never a MTD. I noticed that when I go to notch #2 that the deck is mowing slightly lower on the right side. Considering all of the other quirky maintenance related issues that I have resolved - Leveling the mower deck will be a breeze. Thanks for your very good video.
I'm really enjoying your mower videos since I have the same kind of mower myself. Can you tell me WHERE the safety switch is that keeps me from mowing in reverse with the blade running? Please let me know if you can. Thanks. Love your channel.
I no longer have this mower but it s has to be right where you switch to reverse. There will be a bar that presses in the switch. You will likely have to loosen the switch and not pull the wires out.
I made a comment to turn up your audio or voice but I very much enjoy your videos as a suggestion you might want to try getting a little mic that goes around your mouth I watch one other video a guy got that and it's like you're talking to him on the phone you could hear it very but I very much enjoy watching you do what you do so I didn't mean to come off harsh you're very very helpful
I didn’t take it as harsh. The audio quality is pretty poor on this video. I wish they provided a way to enhance it on a posted video. I’m much better with editing now and can adjust the levels as needed. I really appreciate the constructive feedback.
Enjoy all your videos forgive me if I'm on my mind know anything about Dodge trucks lost my headlights on windshield wipers blinkers flashers brake lights all at the same time put in a new blinker switch all the fuse has been tested my next thing is the fuse box just need a little insight maybe you know someone once again enjoy all your videos you're definitely a five-star video
That Hex Nut and bolt fell off my unit, any special instructions to reinstall it?
Sorry I’m not sure which one you are referring to.
Around 1:58 what’s that “U shaped bracket” that’s in the back. I have a Bolens mtd mower and the front of the deck hangs down low. The people said it needed a bracket for the deck welded and that’s the only thing I can see that’s off on mine aside from adjustments.
Sorry man. I no longer have this mower so I can’t go check.
I bought a used 46" Yard Machine, and it seems like even the highest cut setting is way too low. Is there a good way to raise the overall height, not just the tilt?
I don't think there is. Do you know what type of grass you have?
+TightWadRepairs no, but thanks anyway. I found my tires were low, and I'll be checking the tilt with the help of your video.
+Jim Calkins you can take a plug of your grass to your local extension agent or ask a landscaper what type of grass you have. You can then look up the optimal cut height for it. You may find you are cutting your grass too high anyway. I cut my Bermuda on level 2 or 3 of 7.
Ok thank you I looked on eBay on a used deck and I saw where the spring goes .
Whats the best type of blade for grass bagging on these mowers ? One that you have with serrated edges ? Or a regular blade ?
+pontiachotshot I did not have a bagger on this particular mower. I wouldn't suggest using a mulching blade because mulching blades are meant to throw the grass back into the blade for a second cut instead of discharging it. I would use a traditional blade without a high lift curve because it would throw the clippings out with more force.
+TightWadRepairs will this help even if you own a husqvarna tractor?
+Dylan Chalmers The same concepts apply to all lawn tractors but the adjustment instruments may be slightly different. They typically have an adjustment in the front and on the side opposite the chute.
+TightWadRepairs i might have to adjust it since i didn't take the deck off and it got hung up on the rocks while doing a small landscaping project with mulch
My cutter belt is smoking. Just started. Some type of friction. Is there a rider pully and how to fix it? This is on a Bolens.
+Barry Wind I would try to spin each pulley by hand while the mower is turned off. If any of them will not spin, you have found your issue.
Frikkin thank you for cutting out the bs.
screamingalpha18 You are welcome. Be sure to subscribe. I have several videos for this mower.
hi I just got a CENTRAL PARK (MTD) riding mower probably 20 to 25 years old. Have been attempting to level the cut but for the life of me I can not find the leveling mechanism. Have been trying to adjust a small hook type thing with cotter pin and bolt but not sure if it is where I need to be. HELP PLEASE!!!
Bruce Manti Hey, Bruce. I haven't worked on any MTD mowers that old. Look up Taryl Fixes All on here and see if he knows. He owns a mower repair shop and has probably seen a Central Park mower.
Thanks I will give it a try
Good video, but you missed an important step. After inflating the tyres to the correct pressure, measure the height of the top of the rims. I did this and discovered one rear wheel rim was 7mm lower than the other! This put a bad pitch or angle in the plane of my mower deck. Reducing the inflation pressure of the higher wheel rim tyre by 1.5 psi brought the rims and the axle level, which is the intent of the inflation step, but not the actual situation in practice. Lawn tractor / ride-on mower tyres aren't manufactured to the same tolerances as car tyres so have more variation in inflated diameter / height.
I have one of these lawn more but needs work on the blades the turn the blade assembly and a new belt is exactly like this one same color
Ram M457 It may looks the same and be the same color but could be a different length. Check out the other videos on my channel. I have several videos showing how to replace belts.
Do you have a pic of the belt drive springs I have one I can't seem to find where it goes ... The spring with no cable on it is the one I am talking about . I been looking at you videos be its hard to see how yours is hooked
Ram M457 Sorry. I no longer have this mower. If you want to record a video of yours and link it here I will take a look for you.
Have a question . I am having trouble with the pto switch .. When I start it with the blades off I have to move the lever to make sure it rest on the pto switch it's under the right side of the fender . Then it will start its like the lever is lose ... Also when I want to go backwards it with the blades on it will turn off the motor . So I turn off the blades but the still wants to turn off till I move the pto lever to rest on the switch . Can I just zip tie it down so I will but have this issue ?
Ram M457 Technically it will work if the switch is pressed and all the time. I can’t say that I recommended but you could find a way to permanently push the switch down.
TightWadRepairs ok thank you I will just zip tie that switch . I know it's for safety but it's sure not working the way it should . I will try to find another lever since its lose and not resting on the switch .
Thanks for the help! Very informative video! That helped a lot!
Dan Biddle I’m glad you found it helpful. Hopefully you get a lot smoother cut after following the steps. Be sure to subscribe!
Bought a used 42 inch cut rider ( my first ever ) not long ago and had a heck of a time getting the deck level. First time I mowed it cut low on my left and high on my right. Before I mowed today, I adjusted the hex nut until that side of the deck was at its highest position. It still cut high on that side of the deck so I moved the anti scalping wheel on the left to a lower position. Cutting pretty good now. Next time I mow though, I'm going to need to lower the hex nut a notch or two. Trial & Error, I suppose. I mean, it's cutting good, but my OCD gets the best of me every time :P
If you want to make sure it's correct, you need to park on a level surface and measure from the tip of the blade to the ground.
Is the same steps used to level a 3 blade mower deck. I am leaving a high spot in each round.
Dick Gooding It is the same process but if you’re leaving a strip of grass more likely that you need to replace your blades.
How to adjust on 15-20 years old POS MTD ? It's belt driven and too high doesnt engage the belt..
Can you adjust the height of the deck?
I don’t think so. Are you trying to make it higher or lower?
@@TightWadDIY Higher
My mower deck is a half inch higher on chute side than the other . Got deck all the way up that I can go . Please help !!!!!!!! Thanks
David Parker If the adjustments shown in the video don’t work, it may need some more intensive work. I can’t help without being able to see the mower.
@@TightWadDIY ok thanks
@@TightWadDIY Got it fixed !!!!! It was tire pressure ... I'm not that smart some times .. Love your videos Thank you !!!!!!
David Parker I’m glad you figured it out! It’s typically a combo of everything shown in the video!
Looks to me like the two slabs of concrete under the mower might not be level - which can throw off the height measurement.
Kevin Frederick They are level. The crack probably gives an optical illusion.
thank you veey much!!
'preciate it
Jason Mustin You are welcome! Be sure to subscribe. I have several videos for this mower.
Can't hear the video!
Steve Ross Sorry. It’s one of my earlier videos where my phone didn’t have a good mic. It’s still plenty loud when I turn the volume up high though.
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very much lol
I made it with woodprix handbooks !
Shantel Guetgen You made a lawnmower with wood? That is skillful.