Lawn Tractor Won't Start? Try This Easy Free Fix!

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Lawn Tractor Won't Start? Try This Easy Free Fix!
Lawn Tractor with Briggs and Stratton engine hard to start or won't fire up at all? Watch as I show you this simple repair to make it start like a new machine again!
This fixes a problem that originated from the factory!
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@donyboy73 2 жыл бұрын

Watch my video on how to fix a lawn tractor that pops and backfires here; kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdN0g5h62K6cloE.html

@casejasnoch2533 11 ай бұрын

How many hours do you think is to much on a mower like this?

@immyjay54 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning, Yesterday I was going to mow. Gee, my mower wouldn't start. Fooled with it most of day. Read this article about the choke but didn't think I could do it. I'm 73+ years and can't get up and down very well. Well I looked at your video again this morning, went to the garage and within 15 minutes had the hood of, choke tightened, jumped mower and boom, started right up. God bless you my dear friend. I'm so happy right now. The only down side is that it rained almost all night and morning so it is to wet to mow. LOL Again, thanks soooo much for this info.

@station-wb4izc 4 жыл бұрын

Thank God we have people like you who don't mind sharing their knowledge with those of us who don't mind learning new skills. Your channel is great!

@donyboy73 4 жыл бұрын

just pinned your comment to top of comments

@waltpartymiller6802 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, you really do a great service, Dony. Thank you!

@dwoodog 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, whoever says info on the net is a bunch of balogne is looking in the wrong spot.

@dagrote1 4 жыл бұрын

@@dwoodog That's the truth! Exactly two days after I watched this video, I got a call from a friend whose John Deere riding mower was hard to start. You guessed it. It was slack in the choke cable. Now it starts in fewer than 2 seconds. He couldn't believe how expertly I made the repair. All I said was, "Eh, sometimes you get lucky," but I know if Donnie hadn't posted this video, I'd still be staring at it after three hours of fruitless effort.

@jaxenkarter4038 2 жыл бұрын

i guess im asking the wrong place but does any of you know a trick to get back into an instagram account?? I stupidly forgot the account password. I would appreciate any help you can give me

@fava7753 4 жыл бұрын

Like how you explain things in a easy calm way , no over explanation just straight to the point . With experience and wisdom . Keep up the excellent work and content . Exactly how it should be done .

@dagrote1 4 жыл бұрын

As Aristotle said in his Metaphysics, a sign of true mastery of a subject is the ability to teach it.

@Al-tl2ov 4 жыл бұрын

Several years ago I was having a hard start with my John Deere mower, it took some time but I found I was having the same problem shown in your video. Your video is going to help a lot people in the future with this fix, thanks for sharing.

@BlueSun2 2 жыл бұрын

This is the way an informational video should be made, quick and concise! Good job and thank you!

@ryankincade1158 2 ай бұрын

I have this exact mower. I have had this issue for two years. This is exactly what was wrong with my mower. Huge thanks!!!!

@HallNeedsaRose1 4 жыл бұрын

These tutorials would make a great television show. Every home owner has these same basic lawn and garden machines along with the breakdowns. Most of us not only delight in saving money but enjoy the gratification of repairing our own equipment. Thanks donyboy for making this happen and hope to see you on T.V. someday.

@barbarazuazua3927 3 жыл бұрын

I'm new to lawn tractors and I just got one at the end of last summer, used. I needed a refresher on how to cold start and understanding the choke. I'm glad I looked at this! Not only did you clear up my confusion, you taught me how it actually works! Thanks for a clear and brief explanation!

@donnadeegan2582 3 жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for this video! After struggling with this problem for the last 3 years, you fixed our problem in less than 5 minutes. My husband can finally stop swearing now 😉. You get right to the point, explain things very well and give great step by step instructions. Now, if we can just get the darned generator to start 😉. Thanks again

@kan815k 4 жыл бұрын

It doesn't cost anything - just a knowledge. Thanks to KZfaq we have Donyboy Keep up the work 👍

@michaelpacifico646 2 жыл бұрын

OMG! I had this ride on mower that was a pain to start for 3 years. One day I couldn’t get it to turn over. Came across your video and since my mower is very similar to the one in the video I had high hopes. Five minutes later the mower started better than it ever had before. Great video. Thanks for sharing the knowledge!

@johnnymckissick6928 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is a blessing. This was a problem I had and never knew it. Thank God for you and for KZfaq fix it people!

@atercero333 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for publishing this easy to follow video. It saved me calling the tractor repair company and charging me $400 for a home visit. So easy to fix! 👍

@chuckabbate1264 2 жыл бұрын

This was exactly what was wrong with my Craftsman mower and it made me crazy for 9 years because it was so hard to start when cold!!!!! Your fix made this thing like a completely different new mower. It starts right up now. Amazing, thank you so much. Chuck

@marg4229 4 жыл бұрын

There isn't anyone who fixes these things in my remote location so need to do it all myself. I've been fixing and doing maintenance on my own 21hp, 46" deck, Craftsman for 11 years now with help from people like you. This year I will put in a fuel shut off valve for the heck of it. I often have about 3 issues each season and last year didn't have one so figured I was going to have fun this year. First thing this season, I had to replace the battery - so glad it wasn't the starter! I've replaced and diagnosed so many issues on my own tractor that guys even come to me in desperation to help them. Thanks for helping me with another thing to check.

@towncar302 3 жыл бұрын

This tip was very helpful! I bought a Simplicity Regent in 2015, and it has always been difficult to start. I watched this video, adjusted the throttle cable, made sure the choke fully engaged, and it starts like a champ every time! Thanks donyboy73!

@exinanition2307 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Donyboy! You are truly a blessing to all your viewers!

@NL-DIYer Жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for this video. I've struggled with this issue for almost 10 years on this tractor right out of the box. There was a lot more play in my situation but your quick and inexpensive fix was right on the money. Keep up the great videos, they are quite helpful.

@rufust3553 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you left this video up and I was able to find it. My girlfriends mother's mower has had this problem since she bought it. After so much aggravation and countless trips to the shop, thanks to you I was able to finally fix it in less than 5 minutes even. Thank you so so much!

@hosocat1410 4 жыл бұрын

I have that same engine on my husqvarna, and that is exactly how it behaves. Thanks for the tip!

@Codyzerbe 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that’s incredible that a 1 minute fix can make such a huge difference

@johnrussel4483 3 жыл бұрын

It’s almost magic. I have been cranking that engine for more than 30 seconds on every cold start since countless years and suddenly while looking for a way to prime the start, I fall on your video! It’s like winning a contest. So many thanks to you !!!

@donyboy73 3 жыл бұрын

you need to buy a lottery ticket!

@davemarks7322 3 жыл бұрын

Clear, concise video...I watched it even though I don't own a lawn tractor. I watch the rest of your vids just because I like your style.

@Tripple_Alpha 3 жыл бұрын

Been scratching my head on this problem for the last 3 years! You the man! Thank you!

@danielrobert7181 4 жыл бұрын

As always, clear, precise and concise explanations. Bravo !

@lonamurray7361 Жыл бұрын

It starts !! Thanks so much. Fixed our problem. Appreciate you sharing this info

@Zoetherat 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I didn't expect to find a solution from youtube so quickly, but my lawnmower started right away. It's always been difficult to start, and this is apparently why.

@tc3603 4 жыл бұрын

Your customers are lucky to have you dony.I hope they appreciate an honest mechanic like you

@vitex1231 2 жыл бұрын

For YEARS, I have had a difficult time starting my Husqvarna riding mower. Thanks to this video, it now starts immediately. Thank you!

@mattelliott5255 3 жыл бұрын

This video just saved me. I have been fighting my mower for several years starting it cold. Five minutes of work and now it fires right up every time. Thank You!

@bobmcl2406 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, clear, well-structured video. Well done Dony.

@danhardy8813 2 жыл бұрын

You just saved me from a big headache. This was the troubleshooting trick that I needed and it worked!

@Lagggerengineering 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, such a small thing, but so important!

@anthonygostling 4 жыл бұрын

Very good advise so many out there that don't know what a choke does, and like you say, something to check before you ring the service shop, nice video.

@steveb.6267 4 жыл бұрын

You’re a wealth of knowledge, always look forward to your videos.

@howdytoyer 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Short and to the point. This problem has plagued me since I bought this infernal machine and now I see it's an easy fix. Thanks for posting!

@geafisher3 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT fix. I’ve been trying to figure this out for over a year. Found your vid and had it fixed in there minutes. Thank you!

@thurm101 4 жыл бұрын

This is amazing information. I love tinkering with my old vtwin carb on my Scott’s mower. I am going to check to make sure mine is correct. Thank you so much!!!!!

@EdmCaper 3 жыл бұрын

You saved my sanity! For days been trying to get my tractor started . Thought it was spark plugs ... Nope. I was at my wits end until I seen this video. Worked like a charm! Thanks a lot

@gpetitto 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! My 11 year old Ariens lawn tractor with the same engine was a bear to start the last few years. It wasn’t right even from the beginning now that I think back. This was the fix I needed. Super easy too. Starts like a champ now!

@rodneybrand8521 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks again donyboy..I've been seeing this for years and yes it's coming from the mower plant itself..and its not just briggs and stratton either ..had a few kohlers too..

@mikespain8655 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, set up wrong from the factory. Poor quality control.

@southerlandstation 2 жыл бұрын

I had tried several things,but nothing worked till I saw your post.I tried moving the throttle cable like you showed and now my mower starts like a champ.Thanks so much.

@conradhomestead4518 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yes! I can’t thank you enough for sharing your knowledge!

@jeannebergin4136 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Just like you said in a matter of minutes it’s running. I called Lowe’s to come get this brand new tractor they dropped off but wouldn’t start. God bless you today in a special way❤️

@tagmandbagm 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍. That worked like a charm. I was all ready to take it down to the mechanic. 3 minute fix. Done. Super grateful. 😃😃

@debbybolte4932 2 жыл бұрын

You are a WONDERFUL TEACHER! Thank you so much for the explanation! I love Joe you explained the whole details!!!

@peterwhelan173 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video Don. My Husqvarna ride on is 3 years old and has been difficult to start from new. Just adjusted the choke cable as shown and now it’s like a different machine! Also, very clearly explained. Thanks

@YouberTuber1000 8 ай бұрын

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! This is exactly my tractor and exactly my problem...and now it's fixed, thanks to you. It took me all of 5 minutes. I REALLY appreciate you taking the time to do this video!!

@bryanharkins2108 3 жыл бұрын

I had exactly the same issue from day one. This was the fix!

@hidalguense11 2 жыл бұрын

Man! I been trying for weeks to start my mower and your video made me start in just 10 seconds you are a genius .! Muchas gracias amigo!

@johnkirk9263 3 жыл бұрын

I've been putting up with this lawn mower for years. Now thanks to you, cranks right up! Thanks for sharing!

@donyboy73 3 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@oilfieldtrucker4868 4 жыл бұрын

I'm just wondering how KZfaq knew I needed to know this.. Thank you

@manonfire3642 3 жыл бұрын

This is why donyboy73's channel is so important. Thanks for all the invaluable info.

@stans5270 4 жыл бұрын

I wish that you had this video two years ago. It would have saved me some time. I have a slightly older 20HP one. The problem is that the carburetor linkage travel is shorter than the operator throttle linkage travel. When you pull down the linkage to idle too hard it will eventually change the cable position, causing hard starting. If Craftsman put hard stops on the operator's lever, the problem of the cable moving would be eliminated.

@davidlaplant4201 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I put up with this issue for years. Such a simple fix. Many thanks!!!

@cuonu2b Жыл бұрын

This adjustment of the choke cable corrected the chronic no start problem we were having with our Craftsman T3200 riding mower. Thank you for sharing this fix.

@Volusiaev 4 жыл бұрын

A basic diagnosis that's easy to overlook. Thanks!!!

@deannutter4697 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help. No more starting fluid to start my mower! Worked perfectly!

@borimex5844 4 жыл бұрын

Man, your channel is the best by far. Clear, and to the point. Thanks again.

@philmoore71 3 жыл бұрын

The BIGGEST THANK YOU!!!! My choke didn't seem to have any slack but i just rocked the connection a couple of times.... & 1 hr later i am back here saying tks... after mowing :)

@gretchengund8375 3 жыл бұрын

I was having this exact problem and moving that cable about 1/4 of an inch solved it. Starts right up again. Thank you so much!

@robertvance01 Жыл бұрын

I just want to thank you for your video because my Snapper was difficult to start from day one. I followed your instructions and that solved my problems. Thank you.

@rosadod 3 жыл бұрын

Fixed my problem. Thanks for sharing! You're awesome!

@01968752 2 жыл бұрын

Fixed my Husqvarna lawn tractor with Briggs & Stratton 22hp Intek for sure! I was so tired of having to use carb spray to get it started. Sure enough, the cable need to be adjusted. The choke actually works now and it starts right up! Thank you.

@livemikeradioshow9868 Жыл бұрын

I've got to thank you, fixed the choke and it started instantly. There was so much dirt caked around the spring that it kept the choke closed. Cleaned the dirt off the spring and it works like as it should.

@Dreoc Жыл бұрын

After ten years of starting with starter fluid, this did the trick. Oh, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Great video and it worked as a five minute fix! Fantastic!

@RonBomb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Been searching for days and no one was talking about the choke until you!!

@warriorsgreatness6182 Жыл бұрын

So grateful for your sharing how to fix start issues on small riding mower. Appreciate the time you took to make this video. Best help on KZfaq. Solved my start up issues. Learned a lot from your kind and generous help. Keep up the great work. Mucho Gracias

@okde1875 4 жыл бұрын

This guys knowledge about small engines is just mind blowing thanks Don for sharing

@jimmysapien9961 4 жыл бұрын

He A modern day Genius 💡💡💡

@yohannesestifanos9048 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much people like you are blessed! God bless you!

@brianbanks8264 4 жыл бұрын

What a simple fix.... probably one of the easiest things to do but a the average consumer would never know this...thanks for pointing this out...great job

@stevegenzoli6158 2 жыл бұрын

Genius! Fixed my problem just as you said. Thank you!

@neilstern7108 Ай бұрын

I have had this problem since buying it used, thanks im sure this is my problem. Thanks went out to my mower and did what you said and it pops right over. Had this problem for 6 or 7 years. Too much your the only one so far to point this out.

@justinlewis7689 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this video!!! I’ve had this problem for a few years now & tried several different things. Thanks to your knowledge & sharing on this video I was able to fix the problem in a few short minutes 👍🏼👏🏼 Thanks again!

@johnasumaa8644 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. You are extremely skilled and extremely helpful. Great video, just like all that you've done.

@n8trsho 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought a craftsman (got a good deal)...I'll keep this in mind! thx!

@Mike-ig2zq 4 жыл бұрын

1 dislike from the guy who bought a new carb. Thanks DB.

@davidmacias6576 Жыл бұрын

Hahaha man I know that feeling. Hopefully it's going to fix my issue 🤞

@hboyd5700 Жыл бұрын

Boy, I really appreciate you. I had a brand new craftsman would not start unless I put ether to it. Watched your video this is a simple fix it fixed my problem

@TheGafletch067 3 жыл бұрын

It took three times but finally got the adjustment right. Started up. Thanks. I had repairmen say, replace the diaphragm, use carburetor cleaner, additives, etc. But this fixed it.

@anthonyl2703 24 күн бұрын

This video saved me a costly home repair visit and I was easily able to get my mower working. Kudos and thank you. Subscribing. 🎉

@ferfraga7288 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I used my finger to pushed the throttle and it worked. Thanks for the video!

@TheCrittercam001 4 жыл бұрын

Totally awesome fix Don, excellent video tutorial. You're a great guy to share your knowledge, thank you man!

@HeronCove99 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much.. your video pointing out a choke concern was right on the money.. the battery was strong..but just wouldn't turn over.. Did as you suggested and GOT the mower started and in the shed for the winter BiG relief

@LarryBumgarner79 Жыл бұрын

This was the fix for my Craftsman riding mower. Thanks for posting.

@Johngreful Жыл бұрын

Just was ready to have my tractor hauled to shop. Found this video. Fixed in 10 minutes. Thanks very much.

@crackpotfox Ай бұрын

Thank you! Earned huge brownie points with the Father in law by fixing his cold start issue. No more ether!

@mathieugauthier3205 2 жыл бұрын

Holy crap, It worked! My lawnmower was difficult to get started in summer ans nearly impossible when it’s getting colder outside. Now it start immediately. Thanks!

@thurm101 4 жыл бұрын

Just completed this on my rider. It was quick and easy. Mine had a lot of play. I just firmly grabbed that linkage and tightened it down of course with full throttle engaged.

@timothyduch5587 Жыл бұрын

Dude. You're a hero. I cannot believe how easy of a fix that was!!

@parkermah5458 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Worked like a charm for my Craftsman riding mower!!!!!

@dianarobinson6851 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. Love your videos....you get right to the point!!!!

@boufman82 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting! I've had my YT4000 for nine years and it is starting better than ever! Much appreciated!

@donyboy73 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@juliecain978 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! this video help me and my dad fix our mower. Your instructions were clear and easy to understand.

@jrbjr12345 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video. Fixed my problem that was driving me crazy. Excellent teaching too.

@angelaprater2679 2 жыл бұрын

I have this the exact lawn mower and that is exactly what it a doing. Can t thank you enough. Bless you and yours.

@Felix-bg7mu 4 жыл бұрын

You are a Master on the maneer how to explain to us to solve little problems easy to fix. Highly appreciated Don

@Hansca 4 жыл бұрын

As always, great information presented perfectly. Thanks!

@nelsonbrann9592 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this tip. I have tried everything including buying new carb, fuel pump, new fuel lines etc. When I did your tip it cranked right away and even ran better. Thanks again