Simple Fix For a Surging John Deere X300

Simple Fix For a Surging John Deere X300 - Kawasaki FH491V 17hp

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A simple fix for a surging John Deere X300 or any mower with a twin Kawasaki FH491V 17hp engine. This one turned out to be a very simple repair. I also explain the four most common issues that will cause your mower to surge and show you how to fix them.
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00:00 What do we have here today? Click here to find out!
00:22 This is our problem! Keep watching, and I'll show you exactly how to fix it.
00:41 What do you need to take apart, and where to start. Click here to find out!
01:17 How to remove the carburetor and linkage.
01:36 Carburetor disassembly and simple tools that come in handy.
01:55 How to clean the carburetor and things to look for.

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@gregmaxfield4405 2 жыл бұрын

Such a simple repair, with your experience you picked it pretty quick. Nice job ! What brand/size is your cordless wrench ? I am looking at purchasing one here in Queensland Oztralia. 🙂🚜🐻 Bear. As usual really enjoyed the video.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Greg v It's a Husky 3/8 in. Drive 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Ratchet. www.amazon.com/dp/B07MTSXBRL/?tag=eagle0f1-20

@jamesbrannon9594 Жыл бұрын

I see you spray your old rubber gaskets with carb choke cleaner spray ? That’s not good I see them swell up when I have used carb cleaner on the gaskets I no longer ever spray the rubber gaskets

@LilJayV10 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. i knew I had a vacuum leak, I thought it was the gaskets. Much appreciated.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. I’m glad it helped. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

@davidscott5903 11 ай бұрын

Great video! It gave us the knowledge and the confidence to tear into it. After cleaning the main jets and the bowl, it kept surging when we put it back together. We didn't have the plug missing, but I squirted carburetor cleaner into the holes in the front of the carburetor that is covered by that plug, and it cleared it up in just a few seconds. Thank you again!

@bigblock109 Жыл бұрын

Mine is doing a similar thing but runs good when I full choke it. This was very helpful gave me a good place to start.

@BrianHoff04 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great job with the video & the learning that went along with the repair. Thanks for taking the time to show us.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+BrianHoff04 You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@adamscott3346 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Baldeagle that was exactly what was wrong with my JD180. That little peice can misconstrue you with a variety of problems making it seem like carb was bad or maybe fuel line or filter. After fixing all that I'm glad I found this video. Thanks again.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! This one taught me a valuable lesson to check that first thing! Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@rickrudd Жыл бұрын

My 325x has started doing that on anything lower than full throttle. Thanks for the vid!

@WalkingTemple-ws2si 2 күн бұрын

Thanks for posting! Very helpful same issue on my John Deere. God Bless!

@baldeagle242 2 күн бұрын

+@WalkingTemple-ws2si Thanks for watching! Hopefully you’ll find other videos I’ve posted interesting or useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@blc6464 Жыл бұрын

Thank you .There is a John Deere sitting outside right now doing exactly the same thing.But not for long

@RenegadesGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Baldeagle242.. Awesome video.. Nice repair with step by step instructions anyone can follow.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Renegade. 🦅🇺🇸

@kentrecker4062 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2007 x304 with 158 hours that was only used to mow once then was put on a snowblower for the rest of its life. It did not run very well when i got it, with the help of this video it's running perfect now. Mine still had all the plugs but needed a good cleaning. Thanks for the video.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@daveh1081 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant and well explained mate......thanks from the UK!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@corkyparker7594 2 жыл бұрын

My 300x is the same year as the one you did carb work on I fixed the seat the you showed in yo video I have learned a lot about John deer tractors . thanks corky

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for watching!

@cgnicolis Жыл бұрын

Had the surging problem with my X304, carb cleaner in the fuel and sprayed into the throttle body did not address. I rebuilt the carb following your instruction; similar to you I did not find obvious deposits. But, it did the trick, problem solved! Thanks!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for leaving the comment to let me know. 😁

@jerryellis1312 2 жыл бұрын

You are the best you never overlook even the smallest thing. I have learned a lot from you and I look forward to more of your great videos. I am still hoping you will get the chance to restore a GT235 because I need help removing the main body for sanding and painting on my GT235. Keep up the great work and videos.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jerry. I appreciate the kind words and will do a restoration video on a GT235 if I come across one. 🦅🇺🇸

@jamescole1786 2 жыл бұрын

Always another great helpful video! Thanks for doing what you do!👍👍👍🧑‍🔧🍺

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@TheRustyRooster 2 жыл бұрын

Great job, that fixed it right up, still a good catch on that missing welch plug

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mr. Rooster! I assure you ill be looking for it sooner on the next one. 😁👍

@davidduvall4655 2 жыл бұрын

I'm showing my age, but what i use one the fuel solenoid is a tappet wrench. Yeah i still have them, come in handy at times. Great video, learn something everytime.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@user-ts2dr1ro8c 14 күн бұрын

David. Do you recall what size wrench is needed?

@davidduvall4655 14 күн бұрын

Nine was a 1/2 inch.

@jimmyhorton1504 2 жыл бұрын

Great information! I have an X300 that had been sitting a long time and had to pull the fuel bowl and clean it out. It also surged like this one. I ran sea foam and fresh fuel and it sorted out ok but not great. I will check that plug before I remove the carb.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Let me know what you find.

@freedommowers420 2 жыл бұрын

Sneaky Welch plug 🔌. Good fix on that machine. That motor runs super smooth and quiet. Nice in depth view on that carb clean as well. Great upload.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 🦅👍

@mikemonday2442 10 ай бұрын

I have an august 2007 x300 that was surging….your fix was perfect (even though I, too, cleaned the carb). Thank you!

@baldeagle242 10 ай бұрын

That’s fantastic! Thanks for sharing. We hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍

@BeingMe23 2 жыл бұрын

Simple yet effective repair! 👌 💯👨‍🔧

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@nelsonwalker7105 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this video thanks for posting this. It gives me an idea to look at my problem mower that is surging

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Let me know how it works out on your mower.

@bigsonslawncare 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I would still be looking for that one!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

First time for me. I'll be watching for this one in the future for sure. Thanks for watching Sir. 🦅🇺🇸

@goosecreeksouth9327 2 жыл бұрын

some times just the little things. great video

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Things like this can drive you crazy. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@georgemaxwell2703 6 ай бұрын

Yep, same annoying surge. 17hp Kawasaki liquid-cooled v twin, 1999 JD LX279. Have to choke during all but wide-open throttle operation. Thank you for helping.

@baldeagle242 6 ай бұрын

+@georgemaxwell2703 Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@lindseylyda9758 11 ай бұрын

Watched your video about a month ago and if I had found it I could have saved about $200, $95 of that at Johh Deere. After I ordered the kit from Amazon, a little over $10, my x300 was on the way to recovery. Only thing left is watching your video on getting my hood back in shape. Thank you again for posting help for us John Deere owners and helping us save money. 🙋🏼‍♂️

@baldeagle242 11 ай бұрын

@Lindsey Lyda Thank you for leaving a comment! Your feedback means a lot to us, and we are thrilled to know that you found the video helpful. I can't wait to connect with you again in future videos! 😄👍 Stay tuned for more exciting content and feel free to share your thoughts anytime!

@lindseylyda9758 11 ай бұрын

Watched the hood repair video but my hood is beyond your repair procedure. Too many cracks but have got plenty of tape keeping it together. Paid $300, with bagger, trailer and 38” deck. Got chains on rear tires for going down in the lower 40 and side mirrors for backing up. Just can’t see paying nearly $500 for a new hood, yet.

@deangrande7207 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to know , I happen to have a 2012. X300. And a 1989 240

@mikezoltan3227 Ай бұрын

Good eye spotting that leak. It always feels good finding a simple problem that could have turned into a nightmare.

@baldeagle242 Ай бұрын

Yeah, this one frustrated me after I pulled the carb and tore it down to clean it. I truly missed the missing Welch plug until I had it back together and running. Since this day it’s the very first thing I check when a surging engine comes into our shop.

@mikezoltan3227 Ай бұрын

@baldeagle242 I checked my neighbors this morning. He's got a 19.5 B&S deere. It has a sweet spot with the engine at full throttle, runs fine, but as soon as you try and idle down, it goes into these 1-second surges. He's been mowing this way for 3 years now. His carbs a little different than yours. I sprayed carb cleaner around the area trying to find the leak. No success. I've got no other options now but to pull the carb. which will probably be a waste of time. I wonder what would happen if you modified the governor with a bike spoke so it can only move with the throttle stick?

@mikezoltan3227 Ай бұрын

@mhugo76 2 жыл бұрын

Great job hunting that one down! My x300 had the same surge, albeit with a lower frequency. I had checked the fuel system, blew backwards with air through the fuel line to dislodge any clogs, cleaned the carb, and was stumped. What a simple fix. Makes you wonder why that port and plug even exists. Mine was surging less frequently because it hadn’t yet fallen out, was just cockeyed sitting there. Thank you, you’ve got a subscriber!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😁👍

@edwardhill6945 Жыл бұрын

The plug is there simply to seal the hole. The hole is there because during manufacturing, they can’t drill around a 90* corner, so they drill an access port. If you really dig into it, you will often find a couple of those Welch plugs on small carbs. The covered hole will always intersect another, usually very small drilling. If the Welch plug leaks, it will cause problems. I always put a dab of JB Weld, or even clear fingernail polish on top of the plug to ensure a seal.

@RaleighSmoke Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Thanks for sharing. Super helpful!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@rodneybrand8521 2 жыл бұрын

Got the same engine same problem..I'll check this out..it will run on half choke and run well..but surges when you take the choke..i hope this is it thinking about buying a new carburetor.. Oh..it's on a cub cadet..1525 lawn tractor..Cheers 🍻🍻🍻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

There are a lot of Cubs that use this same engine. Hopefully, you'll find an easy fix. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸🍻

@tomgia1964 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👏

@sean8628 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Second time one of your videos saved me....subscribed!

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I look forward to seeing you around on future videos.

@bruce8162 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks for sharing!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 😁👍

@JerryMiah 2 жыл бұрын

excellent video! great help! very informative!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching.

@AC-qn4qv 2 жыл бұрын

Had the same issue, cut a piece of aluminum beer can and Jb weld. Smoothed it right out

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

From what I'm learning after posting this video it's a pretty common problem. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@southerntexashomestead5028 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great fix.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@claudiosantos1226 Жыл бұрын

Sos un genio pelado!. Tengo ese problema en mi X300 y ya me tenia cansado. Me pregunto para que esta ese agujero en el carburador?. Se ve que el tapon que trae de fabrica se sale el con la vibración. Tendrian que aplicar un Service Bulletin para corregir ese defecto.

@CraigArndt 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting this. I just bought a used Gravely 1548G walk behind. Finished cleaning the carb and its surging worse now that its cleaned and I realized, I had dirt over that hole on top of the carb. I was wondering why is this hole open on top of the carb?? Well there must have been a welch plug there that popped out. I'll order that kit and tomorrow I'll try putting my finger on that hole, bet that's the problem. Haven't worked on many Kawasaki's so thanks again for the help.

@baldeagle242 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome. You really don’t need the plug. A small dab of silicon gasket maker will do the trick.

@philliphall5198 Жыл бұрын

I used JB weld on mine and it’s still working fine Did have the plug and needed to mow the next day Have got it now but waiting

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

+Phillip Hall Thank you so much for taking the time to share your comment! I hope to see you around on future videos. 😊👍

@cue881-yo7kz 4 ай бұрын

Excellent Fixed my problem! Thanks so much!

@baldeagle242 4 ай бұрын

+@cue881-yo7kz Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@bradleygambino5021 14 күн бұрын

Thank you, I had the same exact issue.

@baldeagle242 14 күн бұрын

+@bradleygambino5021 I’m glad it helped. Thanks for watching! Hopefully you’ll find other videos I’ve posted interesting or useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@Tom-dx7xy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your help

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@whommee 8 ай бұрын

Great informative video !

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

+nate Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@walterboothe6593 2 жыл бұрын

BINGO…. Solved my surging problem…. Thank you so much!!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know. I’m happy this video has helped so many people. I had no idea this issue was as common as it is. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@walterboothe6593 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 II have a John deer D105 mower with a brigs n Stratton engine… I watched that video went straight out and looked.. there was the empty screw hole.. I plugged it and poof no more surging.. you’re the bomb man!!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@walterboothe6593 that’s awesome! I’m so happy this video has helped so many people. I had no idea this problem was as common as it is when I made this video. Thanks for watching! 😁👍

@dumptodreamhome2630 8 ай бұрын

I have a J.D. S120 with the same surging problem others are having. About to call it my G.D. 120!😂 Some say Fuel Line, some say fuel pump, others say Carb. I did the yearly maintenance hoping it would fix it, it did not. Fuel pump is working fine, I disconnected the carb. Side fuel line and watched it pump evenly, so that means it and the fuel line are fine. Only other thought is carb. Or the Welch bolt/Cap or What ever that was that you replaced. Thanks for the video.

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

Surging is definitely fuel related. Generally it’s getting to much air or not enough fuel. An air leak anywhere around the carb or a partially clogged main jet are the problem most of the time.

@dh5341 2 жыл бұрын

fh661 x324 1st surges at idle then was normal then surged at full power. full can of gumout fixed it spraying at full power while playing with choke. good as new

@markfuchs9385 Жыл бұрын

Good catch.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@timcullen4081 Жыл бұрын

great video solved my problem

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

That’s fantastic! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

@jamesmatheson8939 7 ай бұрын

Thanks. Great video.

@baldeagle242 7 ай бұрын

+james matheson Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@luvkountry Жыл бұрын

I've used a small propane soldering kit tank and torch for years to check for vacuum leaks around intake manifolds & around carburetors and vacuum hoses on vehicles with a fair amount of success. Just turn the valve on so the propane flows and check around the intake manifold, carb and hoses particularly where there are gaskets involved. If the engine sweetens up (idles smoothly) then you have likely located a suction leak.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

That’s a great tip. I’ve heard of others doing this but I’ve never tried it myself. This could be a great idea for a future video. 🤔 Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

@luvkountry Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 If there is a suction (vacuum) leak this works well.

@jaxturner7288 Жыл бұрын

That works to find some vacuum leaks on larger vehicle engines pretty good but on small stuff if you get anywhere near the carb or air filter area with the propane, it sucks it in the intake revs up and fakes you out so like in this instance in particular leaking on the carburetor, I’m fairly certain that method would have been frustrating and inconclusive.

@kbssmallenginerepair2615 2 жыл бұрын

Nice catch! I wonder if this is a common problem? Thanks for sharing!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I've worked on quite a few of these but this was a first for me. There have been a few others comment about having this same issue though. Thanks for watching KB. I enjoy your videos as well. 🦅🇺🇸

@michaelmcelwain2053 2 ай бұрын

Having this problem also. Will definitely look where you found that plug missing. I do suspect dirty carb. Wasn’t maintained very well.

@baldeagle242 Ай бұрын

+@michaelmcelwain2053 Thank you for sharing your comment! We hope to see you around in the future as well. youtube.com/@baldeagle242 Wishing you all the best! 😊👍

@patrickabicht8834 2 ай бұрын

Had similar surging in my X300. Turned out to be the vacuum operated fuel pump. New pump and runs fine

@Lvdw1999 9 күн бұрын

Is there a test for that or did you replace it out of trial and error?

@baldeagle242 9 күн бұрын

The easiest way to test it is pull the fuel line off that connects to the carburetor. Place the hose in a container that’s safe for fuel then crank the engine to see if it’s pumping fuel into the container.

@Lvdw1999 9 күн бұрын

@@baldeagle242 thanks. I'll try it

@jimeagle5483 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, brother.

@baldeagle242 4 ай бұрын

+@jimeagle5483 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@garybregel4606 Жыл бұрын

Great video, I will check that plug first. I have a surging problem also, I changed the fuel filter and the fuel pump, witch was bad. After I switched the fuel pump, I thought I had fixed it, but that heiped a lot, but I had not found the problem yet, So wish me luck.

@detaronrockydoo6957 3 ай бұрын

Did you find out your problem? I am currently experiencing the same as you described. Thanks

@garybregel4259 3 ай бұрын

@@detaronrockydoo6957 I ended up getting a whole new carburetor for it. I really didn't have time to troubleshoot it.

@detaronrockydoo6957 3 ай бұрын

@garybregel4259 thanks for the response

@garybregel4259 3 ай бұрын

@@detaronrockydoo6957 I replaced the fuel filter, fuel pump, air filter and the spark plug. I then replaced the gaskit between the carburetor and the engine still nothing. So I replaced the carburetor. I got it from Amazon, It is a little hard starting but it runs good.

@nbpt1000 15 күн бұрын

Tecumseh use to recommend using nail polish to seal the welch plugs. What is the wrench size needed to remove the fuel shut off on the bottom of the carb bowl?

@legorobotboy413 2 жыл бұрын

I have the exact same mower not with a similar problem though. It will not start with choke up but with choke down it will run for about 3-5 seconds then die out but while doing so it spits fuel out of the air intake of the carburetor any idea what it could be? I’m still trying to fix it thinking it’s most likely something wrong in the carburetor.

@robertyearian227 2 жыл бұрын

Nice lesson learned there but good job

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Robert. Guarantee it will be the first thing I check next time. 😁👍

@robertyearian227 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 ha ha mee too lol

@larrybaltz4873 2 жыл бұрын

Found the exact same problem with my X304. Either one of those welch plugs on the carb can be loose or missing and will cause the engine to surge.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+Larry Baltz I got schooled on this one for sure. I've worked on dozens of these over the years and this is the first time I've found one of these missing. I can assure you it will be the first place I look next time and hopefully this video will help others to find it quicker. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@larrybaltz4873 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 I was waiting to see see what you would find thinking my issue was a one-off. I must have cleaned my carb (just like you did) 5 times before I found that leak. I just smeared some JB Weld over it and was good to go. Thanks for all you're sharing!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@larrybaltz4873, problems like this can drive you crazy. This one taught me a lesson. I went into this thinking it was automatically going to be a dirty carb. If I had taken a step back and tried to start the mower right after I took the top cover off I may have saved myself some time. Hopefully this video will save others time and frustration.

@michelegallina5090 10 ай бұрын

Super

@howardkoster4026 2 жыл бұрын

I found your site too late. The dealer replaced the carb and it WASN'T cheap... Luckily I ask for the old parts, so maybe I'll look online for this kit and install the Welch plug. Only one fell out. I'll have to glue them BOTH in place while I'm at it. Just to make sure. My X300 was doing the exact same thing as yours, surging. That missing part is called a Welch plug, from what I was told but I have no idea what it's purpose is other then preventing that surging issue..

@edwardhill6945 Жыл бұрын

It’s hard to drill around corners. The Welc h plug seals where two intersecting passages, (usually very tiny ones),meet.they are very common on small carbs,especially outboard motors.

@howardkoster4026 Жыл бұрын

@@edwardhill6945 I went heavy with my Tonya Harding and punch, just to make sure those Welch plugs will stay in for a longing time. I find it difficult to drill square holes, but it's doable..hehehe

@YosemiteSam01 2 ай бұрын

Wow... Who would have Guessed.

@FendergtrJam Жыл бұрын

Yup experience is Wizdom very nice job explaining 👏 👍

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸👍

@FendergtrJam Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 I've got a Jhon deere la100 it's doing the same thing...so now thanks to you my friend I know what to look for first 😎👍🤙

@MOUSEBOWEN 8 ай бұрын

Súper Awesome video

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

Thank you. We hope to see you around on other videos.

@MOUSEBOWEN 8 ай бұрын

@@baldeagle242 absolutely I subscribe to your channel

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

Thank you. 🦅🇺🇸

@jaybyrd5556 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@baldeagle242 11 ай бұрын

@Jaybyrd Thank you for sharing your comment! Your feedback means the world to us. It's incredibly uplifting to hear from viewers who have discovered solutions through our videos and share their own experiences. We genuinely hope to see you around in the future as well. youtube.com/@baldeagle242 Wishing you all the best! 😊👍

@MrAvant123 Ай бұрын

I have a tractor with the same engine and Walboro carb. These carbs are the most dirt sensitive carbs I have ever seen ! In the top of the carb venturi there are some tiny pilot jet drillings and a gallery that feeds them. In my experience this is the weak point for dirt on these carbs. What I sometimes do if the engine is surging is set full throttle and block the intake with my hand a couple of times, the violence of the pressure/vacuum shock often clears them. Horrible carbs they ruin an otherwise decent engine !

@baldeagle242 Ай бұрын

I can’t argue with that. I believe they were struggling to meet the tighter EPA requirements when these mowers were built and did some pretty restrictive stuff to keep these carbs running lean to pass the requirements. I believe the next 5-10 years will be even worse and probably cause a few to follow Hondas lead and get out of the market altogether.

@johndough9187 Жыл бұрын

Permatex Ultra works great around fuel, oil, etc.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

I’ve never tried it myself but I’ve seen some pretty gnarly repairs done with permatex like stuff that never lasted.

@ecb713 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever change valve seal on FH491V? Blue smoke when first stating . Thanks

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I’ve had a few of them apart.

@chubbyjohnson5480 Жыл бұрын

They call those a freeze plug. You'll sometimes find jets under them

@edwardhill6945 Жыл бұрын

No, they have nothing to do with freezing. They are called a Welch plug. During manufacturing, it’s difficult to drill around corners, so they drill an access port,then seal it with the Welch plug. There are usually a couple on small outboard motor carbs. You will find a very small drilling under each one, if the carb is really gummed up up you may have to pry the plug out, flush clean with carb cleaner, then install a new one. If they leak, you’ll never get the motor to run right. They are included with carb rebuild kits.

@bcom9389 2 ай бұрын

While you're in the carb area, is there a way to adjust the governor to give the engine some extra rpm's on the x300?

@baldeagle242 2 ай бұрын

There are ways to adjust the governor but be careful going to far. These engines will last a long time at lower RPMs but if you crank them up much past 3500 - 3600 rpms they will not last as long.

@matthewrheinschild6818 2 жыл бұрын

Are those three bolts that hold the fan screen on regular threads? They are totally stuck on my mower, I'm not sure if I'm turning them the wrong way.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

They are normal threads but the factory uses permanent loc-tite on them. I use the tip of an electric soldering iron to get them hot enough to soften the tread locker without burning the paint. You cold also use a propane torch but you’ll have to repaint it once you’re done. Hope this helps.

@sheckyvision 11 ай бұрын

Great tutorial - mine was surging in same exact manner. I assumed I’d put throttle/choke linkages back together improperly. Question - is there “quick fix” alternative to ordering the replacement plug? Ex - can I just put a bit of epoxy in that hole? Or otherwise tape over it without fouling up the works?? I’ll order the correct part, but need to mow the lawn today 😢

@baldeagle242 11 ай бұрын

It won’t hurt a thing to epoxy over it or as you suggested put a piece of tape over it until you have the correct plug. If I hadn’t already had the plug in stock that’s exactly what I would have done. This hole is for machinery access when they build the carb. There is no need to ever open this plug after that.

@sheckyvision 11 ай бұрын

Two thumbs up and I’m a happy new subscriber!

@baldeagle242 11 ай бұрын

@@sheckyvision Thank you! Very much appreciated. 😁👍

@fistteam 8 ай бұрын

Hey great video! Couldn’t you just have used the black RTV Sealant by itself & saved from having to use that small metal plug? My Husqvarna 7000 Series Kohler is doing the surge thing now too!?!

@baldeagle242 8 ай бұрын

Yes, you can seal the hole with RTV only. I just happened to have a rebuilt kit in the shop and decided to do both. When I put the plug in it still seemed a little loose so I decided to do both.

@jameswood6256 2 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to get my jd160 back in working condition it starts and idles but when you put a drag on the engine he surges and stops wait a while and it will do it again what should I do thanks

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the main jet is (possibly) partially clogged or the fuel supply isn’t keeping up. I’d check everything (including your fuel and air filters) externally first and If you don’t find an issue there id pull the carb off and clean it.

@almolloy5817 2 жыл бұрын

Good catch. They don't like to run lean, end up banging off the governor.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Al. Taught me a lesson on this one. I should have looked for the obvious first. Thanks for watching. I hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍

@Learn2hunt Жыл бұрын

At least you used the right part! Id probably have put duct tape! Thanks for the vid

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

If I hadn’t already had the rebuild kit I probably would have too. 🤣👍 You almost never need that part when cleaning a carb.

@mikespain8655 2 жыл бұрын

Welch plug fell out of carburetor. Fingernail polish works well to seal replaced Welch plugs.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. 😁👍

@gpt5002 Жыл бұрын

Welch plugs blow out during backfire. I'm assuming it's for releasing pressure so it doesn't bend a needle or the float. Johndeer is notorious for blowing out the welch plugs. Twin barrel carbs same way

@edwardhill6945 Жыл бұрын

No, nothing to do with releasing pressure. They are there because it’s hard to drill around corners. The plug is an access port for drilling an intersecting tiny passage, or removing material to make drilling a tiny passage into the throat easier.

@almostanon 2 жыл бұрын

Mine does the same thing (exact model). After cleaning up all that stuff it still does it. I don't know what it is anymore. Works fine with PTO on .

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

The first thing I would confirm is that you have good fresh fuel with no water. Also check your fuel cap to ensure it's venting. (run it lose or off just to make sure) If you're 100% sure the carb has no air/vacuum leak, it would have to be a restricted fuel flow in the Carb. Let us know what you find once you figure it out.

@joerhea5785 2 жыл бұрын

I need the 3 screws that hold on the protective screen. What are those called? So I can order them off the kawasaki parts website.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure. I would call the dealer and they should be able to point you in the right direction. If you're mot worried about keeping it original I have used pop rivets to secure it in place. You will have to drill them out if you ever need to remove the screen again but it's cheap and effective.

@joerhea5785 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@johnmilner7603 5 ай бұрын

8:22 Imlike added red loctite kon the weltch plugs.

@baldeagle242 5 ай бұрын

+@johnmilner7603 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzfaq.info/sun/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

@winstonsaxonsdad Жыл бұрын

I have the same mower. It was running very roughly and would I had to "massage the choke to keep it running" After cleaning the carb which didn't work, I simply replaced the carb but did not adjust the carb. After reinstalling the new carb, it starts up like a champ and runs fine---UNTIL I engage the mowing deck and start to mow. Then the engine slows down and will stall.. I have to push the clutch in to disengage the mowing deck, wait for the RPMs to come back up and then start again only to have to repeat the same thing over in a few feet. Very frustrating. I also replaced the fuel pump, the fuel filter and even the fuel itself in case it was contaminated from sitting around for a couple of months. Should I attempt to adjust the fuel using the screw on top? Or is there another suggestion you have? Thanks!!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Are you certain the deck belt is on correctly and something hasn’t wrapped itself around the spindle under the mower? From your brief discretion this sounds more like something mechanical is binding up than it does an engine issue.

@winstonsaxonsdad Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 That never occurred to me but I will check for it this morning. I also have a short video that demonstrates the problem but wasn't sure if or how to post it. I spoke to a mechanic, who clearly wasn't interested in fixing it, who suggested it sounded like the valves needed adjusting. I appreciate the very quick reply!!! Thank you so much...

@winstonsaxonsdad Жыл бұрын

I checked the belt but it appears to be normal and not frayed...sigh... thanks for the suggestion anyway..

@winstonsaxonsdad Жыл бұрын

I had another thought... couild. it be a defective ignition coil? That would explain why it isn't running as it should under load? Just a thought

@superpastapower Жыл бұрын

Any idea what those little holes on top you plugged to do? I've got a John Deere X520 that's surging like crazy and I've taken the carburetor apart and cleaned it along with changing the fuel filter, and a number of other things and nothing has worked so far. The engine is a 26 horsepower Kawasaki and the carburetor has got 2 holes on each side that looks similar to the ones in the video. There's two by the choke on the right and two by the throttle on the left and it looks as if it could use a plug but I can't place my finger over 2 of them to check because the mounting bolt is in the way. I'm just stumped at this point and don't know what else to try

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

It’s called a Welch plug. It’s used to cover a hole that had to be cast or machined into the carb to aid in assembly. Some carbs do have more than one hole for this purpose.

@superpastapower Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 Gotcha. By plugging them dose it stop excess air flow or something like that? My issue seems to be caused by excess air flow or something like that because if I hold the choke up a little bit it'll run smoothly and stops the surging. Also if I try and lower the throttle it cuts off so just don't know

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

@@superpastapower Correct, I’m not sure if you have a Welch plug issue or not but it sounds like you definitely have excess air leaking in somewhere.

@superpastapower Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 alright so they can cause airflow issues. Because I'm not real sure if that's the issue or because I can't find anything online about this specific carburetor, I saw you have an Instagram link in your bio, would you maybe mind if I sent you a few pictures I took and maybe get your opinion before I do something stupid?

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

@@superpastapower Not at all. I’d take a look at it for you.

@mikezoltan3227 Ай бұрын

Big League Chew?

@Goodellsam 2 жыл бұрын

If you use a Welsh plug punch to set it, it will seal it. The plug just needs to be flattened out some on top. That will expand the plug, and it will not leak.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I figured a little permatex was added insurance. 😁👍 Thanks for watching.

@xingnamo6640 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, what's the engine model in this John Deere?

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

The X300 has a 17hp Kawasaki engine. 😁👍

@leerussel2033 Жыл бұрын

What if after you start the tractor it keeps revving higher with the throttle all the way back

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Stuff like this is tuff to troubleshoot without seeing it in person. It could be sucking air somewhere around the intake (after the carb) or could have a governor issue or something stuck in the linkage.

@leerussel2033 Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 thanks I will try the governor first.

@drbcrb Жыл бұрын

I have a FR651V. Would like a little more power. Anyone have a turbo kit available?

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

I'd start be decking the heads a few thousands, and advancing the timing about a half degree before going to that extreme. 😁👍

@drbcrb Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 Maybe just drop a V6 in it

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

@@drbcrb you wouldn't be the first. 🤣👍

@user-wc3dw5ij4g Ай бұрын

Got one not pulling gas through fuel filter

@baldeagle242 Ай бұрын

Check to make sure your gas cap is venting properly before you start looking at other things. The fuel tank will hold a vacuum and not let fuel flow if the caps not venting. It’s easy to check, just loosen or temporarily remove the cap.

@darrellweston3998 Жыл бұрын

Does anyone on here have a hood for x300 john deere

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

I find them on Market place from time to time. I keep an eye out for non-running mowers that still have good hoods and sometimes can find an entire mower with a good hood for about what you’d pay for the hood.

@danielbas6068 2 жыл бұрын

This riding mower cannot discharge the grass properly because its outlet is too small and the fan is not efficient. One solution is to mow your lawn every 3 days (2 days in the spring) in order to mow a very small amount of grass. If you wait one week, the grass outlet will be blocked all the time. Conclusion: this machine is made to mow when you have no grass, a machine to mow in the desert!

@MrTruckerf 2 жыл бұрын

Haha!

@twisted1253 2 жыл бұрын

Kinda weird how long it took for the tractor to shut off

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, but this is normal. The shut off delay keeps the motor running for a few seconds after the key is turned off. It prevents the engine from dying If you lift your butt off the seat, or move far to one side of the seat (like when side a hill)... if your butt is back down in a normal fashion you will never know you triggered the delay circuit.. The delay also helps to clear any fuel out of the carb to prevent a backfire when it shuts off. It seems odd but nothing to worry about. Thanks for watching. 😁👍 it would be a real bummer to have the engine cut out immediatly... the carb solonoid is meant to keep fuel from creating backfires... that is my understanding...

@nazmen040 Жыл бұрын

I’ve noticed that on my John Deere. How does the delay work, curious.

@xlthomaslx4956 Жыл бұрын

fuels runnin on rich

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

This actually causes a 'lean condition,' where the fuel burns up prematurely before the stroke is complete. It's interesting to note that a rich condition, where the fuel doesn't completely burn before the air is consumed, exhibits similar symptoms. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment, and we look forward to having you join us in future videos. Feel free to share your thoughts and keep the conversation going! 😄👍"

@xlthomaslx4956 Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 yeah inside those carbs those lil holes will get clogged with that rich composite of fuel i have a 26 hp craftsman twin amd inside the twin carb i had clogged up jets also sometimes it's good to check spark plugs unless u know there good