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Post by spectrum on Jul 28, 2021 7:29:14 GMT 1
I have had a MTD 95/115 since 2005 brought it over in 2006, steel deck, B&S 12.5Hp never let me down, main belt replaced and on third battery. But we know it wont last for ever so next will be a front cutter, as we have a few extra trees to cut under, and I'am afraid of decapitating myself  |
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Post by Aardvark on Jul 28, 2021 9:45:13 GMT 1
I have had a MTD 95/115 since 2005 brought it over in 2006, steel deck, B&S 12.5Hp never let me down, main belt replaced and on third battery. But we know it wont last for ever so next will be a front cutter, as we have a few extra trees to cut under, and I'am afraid of decapitating myself I have a couple of those engines in the shed. They'll go on forever and spares are always available. I have an MTD about the same age that has had quite a few belt replacements but that's down to the punishment it gets. Good luck with your next choice. Front cutter is very good and usually on more powerful machines with better build quality. |
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Post by manonthemoon2 on Aug 7, 2021 14:46:02 GMT 1
We have now bought a new mower.
We found a good deal with a family run business and definitely won't be going back to Rural Master.
They quoted 2000€ to repair the Yardman but our little local man said 150€.
So if only we had visited him first!
It's the oil seal that's gone causing a ceased engine.
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Post by Polarengineer on Aug 7, 2021 15:19:03 GMT 1
If the engine is truly siezed, then a quote of €150 is not a sensible quote. Parts needed will be
1. Gasket set
2. new piston and rings
3. possibly new barrel
4 possibly new big end bearings
If it disassembles easily, then a bodge clean up of the piston would do it, but then you will have a working but damaged unit.
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Post by Aardvark on Aug 7, 2021 17:18:41 GMT 1
My Yardman has developed a leaky seal and a new seal is sitting on the shelf at the moment. If I can get a day or two without rain I'll be replacing it. For the moment I just keep a close eye on the oil level. When it starts leaking onto the belt I'll have to set up a tent to do the work. It won't fit through the kitchen door.
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Post by Olave H on Aug 7, 2021 17:43:31 GMT 1
My Yardman has developed a leaky seal and a new seal is sitting on the shelf at the moment. If I can get a day or two without rain I'll be replacing it. For the moment I just keep a close eye on the oil level. When it starts leaking onto the belt I'll have to set up a tent to do the work. It won't fit through the kitchen door. With a bit of practice you could get it in the kitchen like this.
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Post by manonthemoon2 on Aug 7, 2021 19:08:44 GMT 1
My Yardman has developed a leaky seal and a new seal is sitting on the shelf at the moment. If I can get a day or two without rain I'll be replacing it. For the moment I just keep a close eye on the oil level. When it starts leaking onto the belt I'll have to set up a tent to do the work. It won't fit through the kitchen door. This was the problem with ours, the oil seal. It had been leaking oil for some time, but not knowing what to do Mr MOTM kept topping up the oil. On the last day I used it I didn't check the oil. The new motoculture man said it will take him 20 mins to replace the seal. We've asked him to repair it so once repaired we'll try to sell. |
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Post by FFS on Aug 7, 2021 20:01:00 GMT 1
The new motoculture man said it will take him 20 mins to replace the seal. We've asked him to repair it so once repaired we'll try to sell. Just make sure that you can keep him to the €150 he told you, otherwise it could be a financially painful repair. If he can do it for €150, that's a good deal and you should make a profit in selling it. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2021 20:33:22 GMT 1
This thread says to me that I should not buy a cheap secondhand sit-on unless I'm super competent mechanically.
Is it the same with cars etc.
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Post by Aardvark on Aug 7, 2021 21:05:45 GMT 1
No. Cars these days are not user fixable unless you've got a laptop and the latest software to suit the model. Even changing a bulb can be a nightmare.
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Post by spectrum on Aug 8, 2021 8:40:15 GMT 1
No. Cars these days are not user fixable unless you've got a laptop and the latest software to suit the model. Even changing a bulb can be a nightmare. Slightly off topic but if my new Toyota needs a front sidelight or indicator bulb changing it has to go back to the main dealer  |
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Post by Aardvark on Aug 8, 2021 9:28:48 GMT 1
And for a bulb that can be had for a couple of quid on the internet the final bill will curl your hair.
I will never own one of the newer computerised monochrome ugly devices they call modern cars.
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Post by Nifty on Aug 8, 2021 9:54:27 GMT 1
Never say never.
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Post by ibis on Aug 8, 2021 13:08:56 GMT 1
And for a bulb that can be had for a couple of quid on the internet the final bill will curl your hair. I will never own one of the newer computerised monochrome ugly devices they call modern cars. My father and I were just talking of this; he and my mother each get a new car every 2 years for as long as I can remember... I told him to drive my "as new" 69 Chevy pickup that is still parked in the garage back home ready for me on return but he cannot shift the gears anymore ( 3 speed on the steering column & clutch)..
The only new vehicle I would ever purchase new is the F150. The generator option for me is an outstanding addition and the reason I would purchase one.
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Post by Polarengineer on Aug 8, 2021 15:13:57 GMT 1
F150? Is that made by Boing or Gruman?
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