Archive through July 23, 2015

[jchamberlin]

Wayne: Sorry to hear you're having trouble with the 169. Two thoughts; (1) how do you "know" that you're getting spark? (It seems to me that someone recently found that a spark tester failed to reveal a bad spark plug), (2) if you have spark and fuel, have you confirmed compression? Just trying to help you work through all possible permutations.

Nic: I enjoyed the eye candy.

 

[wshytle]

Jeff-

Thanks, I will check that along with several other wires.

Jeremiah-

I first tested with a tester then actually changed the plug. Same results. Engine is strong but does need front and rear seals.

I just went out and replaced the primary belt, filled the tank, and added a bit of oil. In another hour or so (after dew is gone) I hope to start todays mowing...IF it starts today.

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[bbranstetter]

Thank you for linking to that video Charlie.

 

[digger]

Yesterday was OFF TOPIC Friday, So I figured I was safe to post it,

 

[jbaker]

So when is the next off topic day?

 

[digger]

Ummm,
That would next Friday!
Hence the name, Off Topic Friday.

 

[mgwin]

Just had to go and bring another stray home

Checked it's rear end and saw something nice.

Anyone know anything about this pto?

I know it is "wompyjawed" but it still works.

One more thing, this dipstick does not look like the one on my other 128. What's up with that?

 

[jbaker]

Marty, nice score, rear lift with a spring assist and an earlier 128 with the rear serial tag.

That is a brake style pto, it will stop the pto from free spin once the pto is disengaged

 

[mgwin]

Thanks for the info Jeff.
Did cub cadet offer a 10 inch wide rear rim? Seems all I have seen are the 6-12 and the 23x 8.5-12.
Update: Yes they did. Found them on the parts lookup. Part # 734-3013.

 

[kide]

Ummm.. Got what may be a leading question.... Does the points pushrod on a K series motor contact the cam (and also the points) full time -i.e. 360 degree rotation of the engine or is there a period of time (avoided the pun) when the points rod is loose, not touching the cam?

Nic - yup, Google is my friend, since it came on the scene about 15 years ago.... Nice eye candy, I'll follow up with you on the pulling page..