I automatically wash every piece I work on before I start. This not only makes it more enjoyable to work on, but exposes potential issues that might have been covered or disguised with dirt and grime (and chicken manure!). 😉
When I diag an engine the first thing I do is spray 2-stroke fuel into the intake to see if it’ll fire. If it does that already usually eliminates air, compression, timing and spark, leaving only the fuel system if it doesn’t keep running on fuel in the tank. That diag process sidesteps everything you did, a lot faster and certainly much easier. Since 90% of small engine starting issues are fuel related, that diag confirms the usual more often than not. 🔧👍
@@JefferyAshmore Good question! So I can use the same spray bottle for 2 or 4-stroke engines and so it’ll provide a little lubrication whether I spray into the intake or directly into the cylinder via the spark plug hole. Especially if I want to continue spraying to keep the engine running, so it won’t “wash” a cylinder like straight gas or a volatile.
Nicely done. Several years ago I was doing the same thing. Easy fix, clean'em up, and sell for a profit. It has become harder to find the deals of the Covid days, but I keep looking.
I have the The YTH2042 and it cuts my grass real nice. I later purchased a complete burned up unit for 100 dollars from a neighbor whose courage engine caught fire. Only damage was a coil wire and plastic engine covers that were melted through the engine block cooling fins. Everything else was in mint shape. Now I have a complete parts mower for all parts needed when necessary. If I had to replace my machine piece by piece, it would be 10 times more than I paid for the parts machine. You paid $50 dollars for a left front wheel and rim and got a free garden tractor...SCORE!!! Great video, and not a bad gamble that's for sure. See you in the next one.
I have the exact lawnmower, probably the same year also, accept mine is black & says Craftsman & mine has a 25 HP Briggs, but other than that the exact same mower. Good find glad you made out on this one & I hope your theory about the belt slipping is right.
I almost decided to hang on to it for a backup if my zero turn ever had a problem! But it’s hard for me to pass up a good profit lol! Thanks for watching !
Yisser. You got lucky. Several years ago I bought a Murray 46" GT with a 20 HP Briggs for $50. Motor and body were in great shape and the tires were okay. The seller said it ran when stopped but need a starter. It looked like a steal deal. Replaced the battery, starter, carb, plugs, fuel tank, fuel line, rebuilt the deck, all idlers, belts, blades, amp meter, drive pulley on the transaxle, and various springs. That $50 investment kicked my butt. After almost $1,000 in parts I was finally able to cut grass. But that was 13 years ago and it still runs. I've replaced the consumables a couple of times since then but it's been a good machine. It's a 1998 or 99 model and tuff as nails.
In the past 2 years, ive had 2 mowers given to me. One was a 2004 Craftsman GT 5000 ,the engine 25 horsepower Kohler ran, the rest wasn't worth saving. Then I was given a 2004 Yazoo zero turn was told the engine was low on power, and smoked a lot. Wasn't running when I picked it up. The Kohler I put on a 40 inch cut murray, made a very nice improvement. The Yazoo, has a 18 horsepower Briggs V twin. I got it running, but was kind of down on power. Did a cheap valve job and that helped still low on power. (I may have expected too much) so i bought a Z535M john deere. 25 horsepower Briggs. The left transmission is bad, so I just wanted the engine. Im thinking, just part out the rest. Putting the 25 H.P. Briggs on the Yazoo.
That was a great find for you. Ive always likes the way those things look. The hood reminds you of the old japanese cartoon Voltron. Great work geting it going.
You could probably get up to $700 by me in the Chicago area, but the key is that it is has a shine. Whenever I have sold a tractor, it never mattered how well it cut, but rather how "new" it looked. Kind of blows my mind.
Nice save! I have had slipping issues with the transmissions. Usually happens when they get HOT. In fact, I'm changing my trans now. I have no signs of a leak, but the oil in the trans was low, black and thin. Guess I pushed it just a bit to much!
Yeah those Trans axles are a lot of fun working on. i have a MTD rider that I gave to my daughter when she bought her first house. I replaced the carb, fuel lines, fuel filter, 2 tires, all the belts, both spindles and blades, and reworked the trans axle. I did this due to slipping. Problem solved...except i forgot to tell her that there was an oil leak that I didnt have time to get to. Then I delivered it to her house and completly forgot to tell her to check the oil frequently. I got ran out of oil, something broke inside, so she bought a new mower and the MTD is sitting in my backyard waiting for me to aquire a new engine. 17.5 to 20 HP. LOL live and learn!
Lol! Happens to the best of us. I built a custom Ducar 212 for an oval cart. Custom cam, billet rod, etc. Ran it on the stand for about 5 minutes before I realized I never put any oil in it.
I bet it was the seat switch that you connected up. Mine did the same thing I thought it was more, but after watching your video, and you saying the seat switch was disconnected, (💡) same issue with mine. Seat switch 👍👍👍👍👍
Awesome deal for $50! Well done! You know these mowers have parking brakes, right? This eliminates having to hold the brake while you crank it. Oh, and I agree that you did sell it too cheap.
Yes I did! That’s why I pushed the brake pedal down to start it. However I discovered you could also set the parking brake to accomplish the same thing. Thanks for watching !
I have had 2 of these mowers over the years and the first thing I did on both was cut the plastic grass guard off at the 4th rib out from the mower to go through tighter places.
Time for some Amsoil 20 W 50 Z rod and a new oil filter fill up the rear axle and pray for the best. I’m sure Amsoil has something that suitable a little marbles mystery oil in the fuel with every fill up or just when it starts to run like crap.
Those AYP built machines were pretty good. Much better than MTD. I've got a 2008 Craftsman very similar to this one with over 2600 hours on it. Still going.
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if it aint broke, dont fix it! 50 bucks isnt a risk dude. the deck was worth 200 or more, tires about the same. running motor.... 3-400. no risk at 50 bucks.
The deck is most definitely not worth 200 bucks maybe brand new or completely restored but nobody is gonna pay 200 for 15 year old deck and those tires are probably worth around 200 brand new not used with leaks
to show that try to do these type of things to riding lawnmowers. Here are two clues - if there is a wire going to the seat ( big clue ) and then there is a wire going to hte carb - you have to be sitting on the seat to start - safeby switch - fuel cutoff. If there is wire to seat but no wire to carb - probably still safty switch - but cuts spark.
Would you please identify the pliers used to pry off fuel lines? I suspect it’s the same as those used to remove plastic push pins on interior car panels.
@@LaidOffGarage Thanks, Levi! I watch a lot of videos on my iPad, which crashes when I try to read the Descriptions. I’ll be ordering those today! I’m juggling two occupations, as a learning small engine mechanic and as a home baker for 14 years selling two days a week at my roadstand. Add to that keeping up with 20+ active TH-cam channels I watch every week and I’ve had to be selective about which videos I watch (5-7 hours most days) and which ones get put in the holding pattern for when I have more time. I’ll keep supporting you as best I can. 🔧👍 By my calculation I’ve logged over 5K hours on TH-cam in the almost 3 years I’ve been teaching myself small engine work.
Is it possible the original owner, had the free wheel lever pulled? It puts the tractor's transaxle in a neutral state. Then you can push it easy. It should be located on the back of the tractor!
It was pulled out when I bought it but I assumed it was out from him pushing it in the barn and then loading it on my trailer. But you could be right !
You had to know you were going to have to clean the carburetor and possibly rebuild it. You got it for fifty bucks, you stole it. For fifty bucks I wouldn’t even sell it. Sweet deal !
I have a Husqvarna yth20k46 mower with that same transmission and that what it does. Moves fine then when it gets hot won't move till it cools down then it just quit moving all together
I mowed with it for well over an hour and could not get it act up. I explained that to the person that bought it. His plans were to clean it up even more and sell for more money. I’m hoping my belt theory was correct.
I really don’t make much out of them because I fix it like I’m keeping it and I go thru everything 😢and I never have any problems with getting rid off them even at a higher price 😊
Got a forty six inch Husqvarna tractor which starts running slow if you run it fast, that is at high speed. So i just give the pedal less gas and finish my yard just fine.
At 35:32 …….. so your labor is free. I’ll ask do you eat? Do you drink? Where do you sleep? I expect you could’ve doubled your money. The only time I work for free is for family sorry if I’m selling something I want to make money or I don’t sell it and put it to work until I can. Never sell in a rush!
Those tires are worth twice that for tires not dry rotted and keep air. The deck perfect not rotted at all. Could have needed both spindles. With proper maintenance the guy will never need another.
$50. It is an awesome deal. One, it's a garden tractor. It is not a lawn tractor. That's huge in itself. Big deck, tuff torq transaxle, AG tires are all a plus!! Not the average big box store tractor. But unfortunately, I see it has the Kohler courage. Terrible engine!
I had one of these with a kohler command 25 hp and 54 deck. Baught it new at lowes for $2,400 Within one year.. under 20 hours had these issuses: They are absolute JUNK! They are not lawn garden tractors as advertised the bucket option as well as plow voids the warranty. Wasnt aware tjis until after the 90 day period the trans is weak and they leak. The frames are notorious for breaking off where the trans bolts to it. The engines are so out of balance they shake the bolts out constantly causing vacume leaks and oul leaks. The regulars dont last. I sat it out to the curb. Its someone's elses problem now
$50! You could sell one of the wheels for that. Great deal. Tufftorq K46 gets a bad reputation because mower manufacturers install it in machines which are too heavy or overpowered. Blame the mower makers not Tufftorq!
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I automatically wash every piece I work on before I start. This not only makes it more enjoyable to work on, but exposes potential issues that might have been covered or disguised with dirt and grime (and chicken manure!). 😉
When I diag an engine the first thing I do is spray 2-stroke fuel into the intake to see if it’ll fire. If it does that already usually eliminates air, compression, timing and spark, leaving only the fuel system if it doesn’t keep running on fuel in the tank.
That diag process sidesteps everything you did, a lot faster and certainly much easier.
Since 90% of small engine starting issues are fuel related, that diag confirms the usual more often than not.
🔧👍
Right on! I use brake cleaner or starting fluid depending on what I have on hand. Quick and easy!
@@dadefope80brake cleaner forms deadly phosgene gas when it is heated, I would stick with starting fluid
@dadefope80 😮wonder if hair spray would work 🤔 😅 0:49
Why 2 cycle gas? Just asking sir.
@@JefferyAshmore
Good question! So I can use the same spray bottle for 2 or 4-stroke engines and so it’ll provide a little lubrication whether I spray into the intake or directly into the cylinder via the spark plug hole. Especially if I want to continue spraying to keep the engine running, so it won’t “wash” a cylinder like straight gas or a volatile.
Nicely done. Several years ago I was doing the same thing. Easy fix, clean'em up, and sell for a profit. It has become harder to find the deals of the Covid days, but I keep looking.
Well spoken! Thanks for watching!
I have the The YTH2042 and it cuts my grass real nice. I later purchased a complete burned up unit for 100 dollars from a neighbor whose courage engine caught fire. Only damage was a coil wire and plastic engine covers that were melted through the engine block cooling fins. Everything else was in mint shape. Now I have a complete parts mower for all parts needed when necessary. If I had to replace my machine piece by piece, it would be 10 times more than I paid for the parts machine. You paid $50 dollars for a left front wheel and rim and got a free garden tractor...SCORE!!! Great video, and not a bad gamble that's for sure. See you in the next one.
Thanks for the comment! Take care !
Have the same one!
I'm jealous of your garage. Mine's a total mess.
I have the exact lawnmower, probably the same year also, accept mine is black & says Craftsman & mine has a 25 HP Briggs, but other than that the exact same mower.
Good find glad you made out on this one & I hope your theory about the belt slipping is right.
I almost decided to hang on to it for a backup if my zero turn ever had a problem! But it’s hard for me to pass up a good profit lol! Thanks for watching !
Great job by the way 👏. I a yard machine 42" I think you've given me a few ideas to maybe fix it if it starts giving me trouble 😀
Yisser. You got lucky.
Several years ago I bought a Murray 46" GT with a 20 HP Briggs for $50. Motor and body were in great shape and the tires were okay. The seller said it ran when stopped but need a starter. It looked like a steal deal.
Replaced the battery, starter, carb, plugs, fuel tank, fuel line, rebuilt the deck, all idlers, belts, blades, amp meter, drive pulley on the transaxle, and various springs. That $50 investment kicked my butt. After almost $1,000 in parts I was finally able to cut grass.
But that was 13 years ago and it still runs. I've replaced the consumables a couple of times since then but it's been a good machine. It's a 1998 or 99 model and tuff as nails.
Phew! You win some you lose some. Thanks for watching!
In the past 2 years, ive had 2 mowers given to me. One was a 2004 Craftsman GT 5000 ,the engine 25 horsepower Kohler ran, the rest wasn't worth saving. Then I was given a 2004 Yazoo zero turn was told the engine was low on power, and smoked a lot. Wasn't running when I picked it up. The Kohler I put on a 40 inch cut murray, made a very nice improvement. The Yazoo, has a 18 horsepower Briggs V twin. I got it running, but was kind of down on power. Did a cheap valve job and that helped still low on power. (I may have expected too much) so i bought a Z535M john deere. 25 horsepower Briggs. The left transmission is bad, so I just wanted the engine. Im thinking, just part out the rest. Putting the 25 H.P. Briggs on the Yazoo.
That was a great find for you. Ive always likes the way those things look. The hood reminds you of the old japanese cartoon Voltron. Great work geting it going.
You could probably get up to $700 by me in the Chicago area, but the key is that it is has a shine. Whenever I have sold a tractor, it never mattered how well it cut, but rather how "new" it looked. Kind of blows my mind.
Nice save! I have had slipping issues with the transmissions. Usually happens when they get HOT. In fact, I'm changing my trans now. I have no signs of a leak, but the oil in the trans was low, black and thin. Guess I pushed it just a bit to much!
$50?? heck of a deal !!!!! great job
50 $ this is real deal !nice machine :)
Yeah those Trans axles are a lot of fun working on. i have a MTD rider that I gave to my daughter when she bought her first house. I replaced the carb, fuel lines, fuel filter, 2 tires, all the belts, both spindles and blades, and reworked the trans axle. I did this due to slipping. Problem solved...except i forgot to tell her that there was an oil leak that I didnt have time to get to. Then I delivered it to her house and completly forgot to tell her to check the oil frequently. I got ran out of oil, something broke inside, so she bought a new mower and the MTD is sitting in my backyard waiting for me to aquire a new engine. 17.5 to 20 HP. LOL live and learn!
Heck you in Texas? We got like a crap load of, engines from all sizes and types. Even a kawasaki 18.5 hp engine lol
Lol! Happens to the best of us. I built a custom Ducar 212 for an oval cart. Custom cam, billet rod, etc. Ran it on the stand for about 5 minutes before I realized I never put any oil in it.
@@GmKofHard Nope...Kansas
I bet it was the seat switch that you connected up. Mine did the same thing I thought it was more, but after watching your video, and you saying the seat switch was disconnected, (💡) same issue with mine. Seat switch 👍👍👍👍👍
Awesome deal for $50! Well done! You know these mowers have parking brakes, right? This eliminates having to hold the brake while you crank it. Oh, and I agree that you did sell it too cheap.
Yes I did! That’s why I pushed the brake pedal down to start it. However I discovered you could also set the parking brake to accomplish the same thing. Thanks for watching !
I have had 2 of these mowers over the years and the first thing I did on both was cut the plastic grass guard off at the 4th rib out from the mower to go through tighter places.
The parts that go under the hood is absolutely awesome
I like your method of getting the mower to run. Great video.
He is a good teacher
Add motor honey into oil don't over fill. Maybe it will help the., smoking???
Nice first time watcher. Enjoyed the video.
Thank you! Got some good stuff coming to the channel so stay tuned !
Maybe he just wants a new mower and told his boss it was bad , lololo 😊
lol! I mean could ya blame him if he did??
EVERY SINGLE KOHLER COURAGE I EVER HAD SMOKED JUST LIKE THAT
Time for some Amsoil 20 W 50 Z rod and a new oil filter fill up the rear axle and pray for the best. I’m sure Amsoil has something that suitable a little marbles mystery oil in the fuel with every fill up or just when it starts to run like crap.
Those AYP built machines were pretty good. Much better than MTD. I've got a 2008 Craftsman very similar to this one with over 2600 hours on it. Still going.
Heck for what you had in it I think you came out pretty good
Filter tip. Punch a hole in the bottom with a hole punch and let it drain before unscrewing it.
That husqvarna lawn tractor sounds awesome when it starts right up and that tractor tires looks awesome 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
Thanks 👍
At $50 it really wasnt a gamble. And for the size of tractor they got a great deal
That is awesome!! Pretty good profit!
Need some fuel line pliers from the old hobo freight. LOL
if it aint broke, dont fix it! 50 bucks isnt a risk dude. the deck was worth 200 or more, tires about the same. running motor.... 3-400. no risk at 50 bucks.
The deck is most definitely not worth 200 bucks maybe brand new or completely restored but nobody is gonna pay 200 for 15 year old deck and those tires are probably worth around 200 brand new not used with leaks
Hi What did you use on the plastic bits to get them shining again?? TIA.
You are right about the sticker!
I bought a 1984 d diesel cub cadet its a great mower I loved it
to show that try to do these type of things to riding lawnmowers. Here are two clues - if there is a wire going to the seat ( big clue ) and then there is a wire going to hte carb - you have to be sitting on the seat to start - safeby switch - fuel cutoff. If there is wire to seat but no wire to carb - probably still safty switch - but cuts spark.
Would you please identify the pliers used to pry off fuel lines? I suspect it’s the same as those used to remove plastic push pins on interior car panels.
Links are in the description Rein. Thanks for watching ! Was starting to wonder where ya went!
@@LaidOffGarage
Thanks, Levi! I watch a lot of videos on my iPad, which crashes when I try to read the Descriptions. I’ll be ordering those today!
I’m juggling two occupations, as a learning small engine mechanic and as a home baker for 14 years selling two days a week at my roadstand. Add to that keeping up with 20+ active TH-cam channels I watch every week and I’ve had to be selective about which videos I watch (5-7 hours most days) and which ones get put in the holding pattern for when I have more time.
I’ll keep supporting you as best I can. 🔧👍
By my calculation I’ve logged over 5K hours on TH-cam in the almost 3 years I’ve been teaching myself small engine work.
Awesome video! You got yourself another subscriber! 😃 Hope you do more of this kind of videos ❤
Thank you! I’m all the time looking for potential revivals ! Stay tuned
just subbed I like what I saw. lots of videos out there it was good cam work and audio.
Thank you! Every video is getting a bit better in my opinion. I had no experience filming or editing videos 3 months ago!
Awesome 👍🏾
I like chainsaws. And lawn mowers!
Just subscribed!
Is it possible the original owner, had the free wheel lever pulled? It puts the tractor's transaxle in a neutral state. Then you can push it easy. It should be located on the back of the tractor!
It was pulled out when I bought it but I assumed it was out from him pushing it in the barn and then loading it on my trailer. But you could be right !
Maybe it was half way engaged or something? 🤷♂️ never know with people and machines
Nice easy fix. Subbed
You had to know you were going to have to clean the carburetor and possibly rebuild it. You got it for fifty bucks, you stole it. For fifty bucks I wouldn’t even sell it. Sweet deal !
Can I have that kind of model!watching.....from Philippines, love it
I am really surprised the engine fan was not full of mouse house
I have a Husqvarna yth20k46 mower with that same transmission and that what it does. Moves fine then when it gets hot won't move till it cools down then it just quit moving all together
I mowed with it for well over an hour and could not get it act up. I explained that to the person that bought it. His plans were to clean it up even more and sell for more money. I’m hoping my belt theory was correct.
You the s#$t man! You thought me a lot ! Thank you! Keep up the good work!
check also the ignition timing....check the key of the flywheel
Another great video. 👍🏻👍🏻
Love the video! Love the barn finds, maybe John Deere next?
Anything’s possible ! Thanks for watching !
Wondering what type of soap you use in your pressure washer .Soap in my pressure washer doesn’t foam up like yours does.
I believe its off the shelf turtle wax car soap. Some times ill add some purple power to the mix as well
i had family who were in the ww1 Mack Trucks did play a big part in the war for the Canadians and GMC trucks to
I am interested to know what product(s) you used to "bring the plastic around"
It is called back to black. I believe black magic makes it. Can be found at about any parts store
@@LaidOffGarage appreciate you!
you did a great job cowboy🙏
It could have a mouse nest under the shroud!
I really don’t make much out of them because I fix it like I’m keeping it and I go thru everything 😢and I never have any problems with getting rid off them even at a higher price 😊
Hey nice job..we're are you located I need a riding mower thks
Forceps or needle nose vice grips crimp rubber hose just fine, no need for a shutoff valve.
That is Not a Deal it is Dealicious 😁
Get you a set of fuel line pliers. Works great for me.
Great tool!
I figured it was they jet. That a good tractor 🚜. Lol
You're wearing Wilhelm shirts and have IMI hats, you gotta be in central Indiana!
I wish you could do a video on how to level my t240 Craftsman Deck. Please
Got a forty six inch Husqvarna tractor which starts running slow if you run it fast, that is at high speed. So i just give the pedal less gas and finish my yard just fine.
looks like u got some good tires for your red tractor
At 35:32 …….. so your labor is free. I’ll ask do you eat? Do you drink? Where do you sleep? I expect you could’ve doubled your money. The only time I work for free is for family sorry if I’m selling something I want to make money or I don’t sell it and put it to work until I can. Never sell in a rush!
$450 profit was plenty for me!
I wonder if the carburetor was making it shut off after 20 minutes
So the guy told his wife the mower was shot so he could get that new zero turn 😂😂😂
lol!
Sweet job!
Thanks!
Great job
You got a steal, almost too good to be true
Well done.
I enjoyed the video as usual.
Set the parking brake it will free you up
How is hipas shipping for parts?
I would say the engine alone has a value that varies from 4 to 600.00 am I correct sir?
Those tires are worth twice that for tires not dry rotted and keep air. The deck perfect not rotted at all. Could have needed both spindles. With proper maintenance the guy will never need another.
Thank You for your video I rewound this 3 x
Great video😂
First 2 numbers on the code number tells the year of the engine
Check alternator
I’m not saying it’s aliens wait wrong show. But it’s always the carb. 😂
Yep, In my experience %90 of the time, its the carb. More specifically the ethanol gas!
😂 yes!
Is there a model/sn on the tractor or motor? 😮
$50. It is an awesome deal. One, it's a garden tractor. It is not a lawn tractor. That's huge in itself. Big deck, tuff torq transaxle, AG tires are all a plus!! Not the average big box store tractor. But unfortunately, I see it has the Kohler courage. Terrible engine!
I thought the V-Twins are decent. I know the single cylinder courage is a piece of fecal!
I had courage 28 hp ran it 750 hours before selling it. Ran great.
New to your channel. Great stuff!! 😊
Thank you! Got some good stuff coming !
The problem is it's a Kohler engine, how do I know? Because I worked for them for 25 years.
Whats bad about them ?? Ive had good luck with them !
Well Done Sir
Good deal
Awesome! 😎
Where you at and how much ya want!!??
Subbed
4 weeks later your channel broke 2000 subscribers 👍
Good show. Maybe could have just checked the transmission fluid level???.
That model of transaxle is a sealed unit from the factory. Requires removal from tractor to service and fill. Thanks for watching
In my Country this mower cost 3000$ (used).
Your labor fee was 426 dollars
I think I should give my self a pay raise then lol!
@@LaidOffGarage😆😆😆😆😆
crazy husqvarna like this here in Italy go for not less 1500 euros in this condition O_O
That’s crazy! They are around $2k usd new here
@@LaidOffGarage around 3k for a 15 hp from husqvarna brand new...
500$ is about right
I had one of these with a kohler command 25 hp and 54 deck. Baught it new at lowes for $2,400
Within one year.. under 20 hours had these issuses:
They are absolute JUNK! They are not lawn garden tractors as advertised the bucket option as well as plow voids the warranty. Wasnt aware tjis until after the 90 day period
the trans is weak and they leak. The frames are notorious for breaking off where the trans bolts to it. The engines are so out of balance they shake the bolts out constantly causing vacume leaks and oul leaks. The regulars dont last. I sat it out to the curb. Its someone's elses problem now
$50! You could sell one of the wheels for that. Great deal. Tufftorq K46 gets a bad reputation because mower manufacturers install it in machines which are too heavy or overpowered. Blame the mower makers not Tufftorq!
I was really hoping to find an issue so I had an excuse to bust it apart. Taryl Fixes All has some really informative videos on them!