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I've been using Roundup in a 4 gallon backpack sprayer for years and it has done ok at controlling the weeks but I never have truly weed free gravel. Last year I didn't spray as an experiment and it's not all that much different (either now or during the growing season) than it would have been...

After getting the starter sorted out, I ran the mower for around 30 minutes to confirm the charging system was keeping the battery topped off. When finished mowing the section, I throttled down a bit to get the deck washer and noticed that the engine was surging/hunting. For reference, this...

My project tractor sometimes is a bit hard to start. The battery is relatively new and when it's running, the motor runs strong. I don't think the issue is the starter because once it starts spinning it will go for a while if need be. Today I spun it for around 20 seconds hoping it would kick...

I have a Craftsman 917.272201 lawn tractor which has had some modifications made to it by the previous owner (I assume). This tractor came with a 46" deck originally but when I got it, it has a 42" deck. I had pulled the deck to repair some damage and noticed that the belt that was on it was...

I had an issue with the carb purge system on my ~10yo line trimmer power unit (check valve must have been partially blocked). I swapped out for a similar Walbro WT carb from my spares box and the motor spun up great and ran without incident for 15 minutes of testing/clearing leaves. I noticed...

I recently posted about wanting an attachment here. After discussion, that's not the right way to go for me. I decided to get a 15 gallon sparyer with a boom and wand. I could have gotten one with a set of wheels but I don't want to tow it and would prefer it to sit on the back of the tractor...

I have a gravel driveway that's somewhat loose other than in the main traveled path. In the past, I have used roundup to clear the weeds which does work. I prefer to avoid chemicals though, so have considered other options (salt, vinegar, fire, hand pulling, pulling a chain link drag, etc)...

I have a 2000 Craftsman LT1000 DLT lawn tractor that had the engine swapped from a V-twin to an opposed twin at some point. It seems to run ok for the most part with plenty of power. I ran it the other day to mow my grass which is mostly brown at this point so just cutting down the few high...

I picked up a bagger system for my 2001 DLT tractor that is nearly identical to the one I've used on my LT1000 for years. The only difference is in the attachment of the bracket to the back of the tractor. The old one (917.249791) has the bracket welded on with 4 eye hole style points to slide...

I picked up a mower today "for parts or repair" and it looks pretty fixable. They ran over a concrete chunk and blew one of the spindles out. I have an extra spindle from my work horse Craftsman tractor, buy I'm not sure if it's compatible. The issue is the model/serial number tag is...

After using the rotary cutter the other day, I realized I left the PTO cover/guard on the deck when I headed out. I found that these aren't generic as I'd assumed so can and was planning on picking up a new one from the dealership next time I go past when they are open. However, when I was...

I found a plastic cap on the ground under my NH T1510 probably a year ago. I never figured out where it was supposed to go, so I eventually threw it out (last month if that). This evening I found an identical cap on the ground and looked closer and found that it was covering a hole on the side...

I store my tractor in an unheated shop that has a sink inside some repurposed kitchen cabinets. There is a small hot water tank next to the sink and the cold water supply line also feeds a hose bib right behind the sink on the outside. The shop has insulation in the wall, but I've had the bib...

I was talking to my uncle last night about my grandfather's tractor. I always thought it was something he kluged together but apparently that's just how old Gibsons were made. He mentioned that they ran a tow behind sickle mower driven by an oak shaft from the back wheel. I'm interested in...

I saw that the system is on sale this weekend ($148 instead of $189). I have 2 questions. 1) I have a NH T1510 and am not sure what 3pt type I have and thus what I need to order. 2) I only have 2 implements right now (field mower, 3pt draw bar. I believe this will make the mower much easier...

I have an old Craftsman lawn tractor that's seen a lot of hours. I've worked on the tractor a bit, but not a lot with the deck. I hit a rock today that caused an odd sound. I thought the blade might be bent slightly or there was a grass buildup on the deck. I continued for a couple minutes...

I was going to change my filters this evening when I ran into a somewhat expected snag. NH hires gorillas to install their filters! I assume the oil filter wasn't lubricated and is locked in place. I tried my Orielly filter strap wrench (connects to a 1/2" wrench) but only got a few degrees...

I bought my NH a few years ago and use it periodically around the property. It has 70 hours on it and has never been serviced outside of lubing all zecon fittings. I want to get on schedule which basically involves filters. Are there any recommendations for where to source them? It looks like...

I have a second hand Craftsman lawn tractor from the 90's (AFAIK). The tractor has always used a bit of oil but the last season it has started to use significantly more. When I started it yesterday, it ran ok (small amount of smoke) but after a few minutes (around the time I engaged the mower...