BEFORE Leveling Your Riding Mower: Check These 2 Simple Tips

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[@blueovalfan23]

you put up a lot of good useful info. being in the trade, i'm surprised it's not hurting buisness. i do my own stuff and rarely do i need to look for help but there are many out there that no doubt do. for them i thank you. i do have a problem though. i'm fixing an old john deere 185 up. i've looked around everywhere for some direction on the double pulley on the deck. the bearings are toast. i can't find a clip or pin on it. the new part clearly has a pin hole though. i've beat that thing to death, heated it up and beat it some more. it's pressed in i've read but i've also seen a hammer knock valve guides loose that the press at work wouldn't. it's rusted pretty bad but has been cleaned up. if there something i'm over looking?

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[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You got that right!

[@R.N.GPerformance]

Your absolute right Steve. Tire pressure. Bent deck. Bent blades. Deck not level. All kinds of stuff play in that factor you nailed it my man.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Steve... so level headed. Enough said... best to you and yours

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jimdevoe8364]

Best channel ever,....cheers Steve

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Thank You...

[@MrGr8golf]

Steve, I love your channel and your videos. You have so much good information for us, it's unreal. I recently watched your video on the 10 worst comments from viewers. I can't believe people can be so rude, hateful and mean. If it was me, I'd block them from my channel and not give them another thought. They don't deserve your time. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy...

[@louislandi938]

Steve, I’ve watched countless experts talk about everything EXCEPT how important tire pressure is. I’ve had trouble in the past with uneven cutting height. You made me a believer and THANK YOU!

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You're Welcome...

[@jgriff19861947]

Nice simple tips that save time and money

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Thank You...

[@gregrichard9192]

Love my craft beer as well

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@billcoley8520]

You are the only videos that I don’t screw with. The rest of them I love to find faults with.

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

John Deere is a good one 👌 love it ❤️❤️ super nice 👍👍👍👍

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[@michaeldeancrist]

Yoou answered a lot of questions. Thanks.

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[@vincelett4320]

Another GREAT video!!! Gotta love consistency!!!

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[@kennethtephabock5634]

Awesome Steve

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[@richardanderson6874]

I wish that beer was available in my area. Thanks for the tip, on my next trip to BC from Washington.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

What a bizarre coincidence! Yesterday I was trying to contact Richard "Dean" Anderson (MacGyver) and then you pop up. You're not him are you?

[@richardanderson6874]

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Another gifted man with the same name, but thank-you for asking. Your programs are awesome, as I would not have done so much myself, had it not been for the mentoring or tutoring you provide! BTW, I purchased that low scale tire pressure gauge today, and it will arrive in about 10 days. God bless you!

[@NSTRAPPERHUNTER]

Great info Steve and thanks for sharing. Later and all the best.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@orlandoarciaga800]

thanks for the tip! all the time i thought my blades were dull!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@rogersutton3581]

Thanks good to know Steve👍🤗

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

No problem 👍

[@lindasomerville4450]

Where have you been all my life! Just found your channel. I’ll be checking my tire pressure’s on the rider in the spring for sure. Thanks so much from a 56 year old woman who has no idea about this stuff.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@bobbyk6585]

I had the tire pressure issue on a riding mower a couple seasons ago. It really surprised me because the tires appeared equally inflated but not even close. Glad to see you've joined me (temporarily at least) on the dark side my BC buddy. Ales all the way home...

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

I just got a new 30" riding lawn mower at 70 years old. I will check the air pressure. Thanks Steve.

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[@allanhughes7859]

"Almost Exactly" I just love this guy !!!! Steve has saved me a fortune since i have found his channel he really has .. and Steve anyone that laughs at you my friend need to go and see a Doctor or better still a shrink ..I have also found that having several beers gives me confidence "STRIP IT DOWN HAVE A LOOK AND FIX IT" Or go to Steve's channel and find out what to do..Without the beer I huff and I puff and just don't do it !!!!!!!!!! So the best lesson to date is have a few beers it works wonders Well it does for me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep em coming Steve You are the lawn mower strimmer chainsaw beer MAN No doubt in my mind !!!!!!!!!

[@kkrish5826]

The beer first would definitely help! Thanks for the tips!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@RichardEidson]

I like your beer container collection,I’ve got one with about 3-400 bottles myself

[@butler386]

Great tips on the deck. Thanks for sharing.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@charlesfarmercdpg3685]

thank you

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@joser2011a]

Steve, you and fordtechmakuloco are the only channels, that I hit the like button before I whach the video, because I know is going to be great quality as always. Thanks for being such a great teacher!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@mrwayneRR]

Very educational, keep on keeping on, very helpful...

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@ghammerle]

Great! I wish you lived here to fix my stuff. But you help me do my own work.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@jerrygeorgopolis8015]

Very good video !....In my case..the grass was uneven (lol).take care and glad to see you and your family doing ok..

[@thangknowa3288]

The difference in mowing height due to a low tire is even more when you add in the person's weight sitting on the mower. Also I recently installed 2 new front tires, and my front deck height went up about a half inch due to the new front tire tread. Important to check these things!

[@tooter.turtle]

Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Welcome

[@mybiblebuddy]

Thank you my friend. Had bought a used riding lawn mower and notice constant uneven cutting until even my wife noticed it. Saw you channel Problem Now Solved! The lawn mower had been sitting for 1 1/2 Years. didn't think to check tires!!! Thank You!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

That is awesome!

[@1thinkhealthy]

Great video. I keep forgetting about tire pressure. :) I did have a bent deck. Boy, those are hard to fix.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Yes they are!

[@fixit4182]

Never thought to check the blade tips to line up, thanks for this info

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@anthonyoppermann3324]

Hit a piece of wood last night. Cut changed radically. Going to use your tips to check it out. Good job with the video!

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Thank You...

[@robertsneed3]

Awesome I would have never thought of the tire pressure being off 🤔. Good looking out.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@rickyconley6316]

Thanks Steve the air pressure took care of my uneven cut.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@coopertony10]

100 percent true. I went adjusting everything like a dummy. Bent blade and a tire that didn't want to hold air anymore.

[@marcosgonzalez6545]

Never thought to look at the blades like that. Thanks bud

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[@BigmanKris]

You’re the best Steve ! My mower deck was bent from hitting a rock. Thank you !

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[@jimchurchman2628]

I need to check my tire pressure! And I am a big fan of dark beer,

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Jimmy..

[@mitchellcox1912]

I bought 2 brand new rear wheels. They showed up from the factory with 60 psi in each tire. They were huge too. I let the air out, but wow!

[@joehackett9471]

I like the Tecumseh sign! Its my hometown!

[@gregraycher4275]

Your first statement was spot on! So I listened longer and gave the tires a kick! Low and behold 5lbs down! Wasn’t thinking that during the cooler months in Ohio the Tire Pressure can drop. Thanks brother!!

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[@nathancourtney2006]

Sometimes the easiest fixes are the ones we over look. Great video.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Yes! Thank you!

[@josysteinbach4097]

Merci monsieur nice one 👏👏👏👍🇮🇪🇫🇷🐸

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[@lanajantz2240]

First thing I said was tire pressure. Yay. The rest was learning experience. Thank you so much. My friend said fun fun fun. Because I told her I was on the bed with my two. Girl dachshunds watching a video on lawn mower repair and she was a smart alec and said fun fun fun. Yes, it is and I learn. Thanks for the lesson.

[@Kmecha84]

Smart alec. It's been years since I've heard that

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Have fun!

[@lanajantz2240]

I'm going to check position of the blades. See if close & level. I have another problem. 917.288523 Craftsman riding mower. Shoulder bolt keeps coming out. Ordered more, expensive! Some commented a on parts site ti put lock tight on it when repkacing. Think that will solve problem. Threads are not messed up. I move on very rugged terrain. Bouncing all over. The heavy rains last year this made trenches big and small. When started mowing this year. ROUGH! If I had tractor to fix terrain eould be FANTASTIC!!!! That's all folks!

[@fredohnemus7685]

I replaced the spindles, and installed new blades awhile back. Not such a hard job, a pain in the butt one for me. Getting too old. Started the rider and engaged the blades and low and behiold the belt broke. I thought not this time, I'd rather pay someone else to put a new one on. It also needed some electrical work done too. I had noticed the tires were a little low on pressure, so I aired them up. After mowing last week, I thought that the yard had never looked better. Never gave a thought about under inflated tires. It does make a huge difference. After watching this video, I now understand. That is the best tip I had ever seen. I watch videos for self help and have never seen anyone else cover this topic. By the way Steve, I'll stick with Miller Light. Unlike you and my two brothers, I'm a one beer man. Have a great day!

[@tct9mm151]

not to mention the weight of the operator on the mower. GREAT VIDEO STEVE.

[@carymiller5998]

Great information Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@Stingmni]

This is straight up one of the most practical. I will be flipping my deck over on the weekend. Thank you

[@tomjack9003]

Unreal, I feel so stupid, I never gave it a thought about the blade tips, dah, thanks Steve, this is why I love your videos , keep them coming and stay healthy.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

[@glennwebster1675]

Long time viewer. Great video Thanks....

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You bet

[@fergusonlandmanagementweld1039]

The most simple things, sometimes drive intelligent people crazy because it just can't be that easy! Great video, love the channel.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Yes! Thank you!

[@blueovalfan23]

i went out and bought a welder to fix the rust in an old john deere deck (1st time welding btw). i'm trying to save it from the scrap pile and my old craftsman is about to give out. the deere was a feebie so i can justify some time and money on it. had it for a few years, most of that time it's been parked and on the "list". anyway brakes were bad and the thing that annoyed me more than anything was the transmission release valve. it couldn't be rolled but scooted. i spend a couple hours messing with that just so i can hopefully never use it lol.

[@johnnymerritt9544]

Good video Steve .

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@rbc5878]

Dark matter! My favourite beer along with Red Arrow Midnight Umber.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@Bubbasawyer1974]

Thanks Steve, just put new blades on my Husqvarna lawn mower because it was cutting uneven and it’s still cutting uneven lol. Gonna check the tire pressure etc

[@joefriday950]

You are awesome. Really enjoy your videos.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I appreciate that!

[@Hidden-ways]

Steve!!! You have saved me so much money on my rider! Thank you!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@davebarnessr.5805]

I’m glad I watched this, I’m one of those guys who gauges all his car tires and even the tires on my big Kubota L4701,but when it comes to my 22 yr old Murray 46 inch rider or my snapper 46 inch rider I just palm -push the dang tires, i have a low pressure gauge that came w/ my Honda Rancher 4 wheeler and I will start using it before the next cut, thxs.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Davey...

[@REDDOGROG]

I bought a riding mower for the1st time and fixed my push mower because of your videos. My wife is happy we are saving $$$ instead of paying the shop guys and I found a new hobby...thanks man

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

That is awesome!

[@mpolfer]

Steve is always shedding light on the often overlooked details of the do-it-yourself’er. Thanks!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@sun9912]

Good job bro

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks

[@JasonVladimir]

Good show! Thanks for sharing!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Our pleasure!

[@Dan-rs1nb]

Crazy thing happened to me. I have an 20 year MTD tractor and the 4 arms that attach the deck to the frame one came free the pin came off. That side of the deck would not lower. I could only cut on the highest level. Found that the arm was pinched between the part of the frame it hangs on and the frame it self. Not sure how long it was like that but it cuts a lot better. The whole deck was off which caused suction problems as well. What now brought me to the video is a leaking needle and seat. Tried starting it wouldn't kick over. Finally got it to but smoked like crazy. Didnt run long. Hopefully no damage. But I'm in the process of fixing the old girl. Hope shes ok. Was a hand me down from my grandfather. Thanks for your videos. You are fantastic!

[@allanbeck4634]

You can get low pressure tire gauges at most ATV stores. Our ATVs run 4psi.

[@Z71Ranger]

Well I be Damn... I was wondering why my MTD riding mower was cutting 3 inches lower on the right side...I had a Flat Right Rear tire... Thanks a lot for posting this video you saved me a ton of money... Now to find a video on how to fix a MTD riding mower rear tire...

[@5roundsrapid263]

I have an MTD, too. I actually found a replacement tire and wheel at Lowe’s. The old one wouldn’t hold any air.

[@tonym6920]

Very good tips Steve, always a great video! 👍👍. Thanks.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@bobwayne911]

Wow Steve - once again I am astounded by the master - thanks man

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@deanpratley125]

Great hints and tips Steve. I watch your channel a lot. I also have the same equipment funny enough. I’m super impressed with my ridem mower. I have a Waren Blade for it 56” I have a 120 John Deere, and it handles the snow like a champ. I plow my neighbours drive and mine because they are joined. They are both very steep, but it pushes it up hill like its not even there. I put chains and weights on it, plus I sniped the treads for more grip. ( mostly for the grass, but I’m sure it helps in the snow as well) I’m in love with it. As a bonus I threw on a Aooga horn. 😂 Thanks so much for your help Steve. Love your channel.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Deano...

[@warrenlange6106]

Great videos. Here is a video idea. A demo on connecting all the hoses correctly any 2stroke equipment with a primer bulb. You have several hoses to connect correctly, do it wrong and it won't start.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Already done! In my playlists...

[@saltylandscaper7193]

Thanks steve! Its small things like the tire pressure that are usually the problem i've noticed.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very true!

[@joeritz8041]

Good info!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks!

[@briantayes2418]

My son-inlaws D125 has a lot of hours on it and the aluminum trunion had worn grooves in it and it wouldn't sit on the rod properly. I had to stomp on the mower deck to get it to settle on the rod so I could adjust the deck height accurately. Luckily it is an inexpensive part pn GX21718.

[@arrrgonot7801]

Steve if I ever run into ya, I owe you a case of that beer. My deck was really bad . It was dign in tearing up the lawn. I'm lookn at everything. Ohhh gee ding ding ding! Ya check the blades. The one blade was bent so bad I just had to laugh something so simple. I wish i could send a pic of it. You wouldn't believe it! You're a life saver! Thankyou!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@Coonotafoo]

I definitely didn't think you were crazy for saying tire pressure because that was actually my first guess. Why? Because I learned the hard way a few months back. My lawn tractor was cutting unevenly, so I looked up a tutorial on how to adjust the deck on my model of lawn tractor. Once I had finished leveling it only then did I notice that one of the back tires didn't look quite right. Once it had the proper amount of air again I had to turn around and then relevel the deck back to the way it was. You live and you learn.

[@jefferyhopcus8300]

Bravo Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@adampembrooksr6863]

Thank you for being so articulate when explaining things. You're awesome! Thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thank you!

[@garywebb7481]

I knew about the tire pressure, but did not think about the blades. Great advice, thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@stevem.9022]

Great info! I probably wouldn't have thought to check the tire pressure as a cause. Thanks!

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[@iship9705]

Your the Man! thank you Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are!

[@13Dixon]

Keep them coming every video I've watched has helped me out 👍🏻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@gregorymaitland4608]

Great idea , I knew tire pressure was important but didn't think about it affecting the deck that much. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@grumpyhermit8657]

thankyou! you have taught me so much and saved me time and money more times than i can count

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@MsStealYaGrl]

Oh my God let me just tell you I got a craftsman riding lawnmower from a friend‘s grandfather who’s only used it twice and I could not for the life of me figure out why it was cutting uneven the blades matched up and everything and I was like before I go and start taking things apart let me look on KZbin this was the first video I went to as soon as you said tire pressure I measured the bottom sure enough it was off by over half an inch and the side that was low was low by over half the psi but I never noticed it. Now it cuts evenly thank you! You have a new subscriber

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Kiya! Thank You...

[@bamamike1013]

Darn good tips! Got this very problem. Air is a GO. Guess I gotta go back down under again and check it out. I got the 1” strip of Mohawk going on.

[@mattspeltz9896]

I absolutely love your videos I am learning so much we are videos happy to see everyone and give real video a thumbs up keep it up you're doing a great job

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Verner471]

Learned a lot! Regards from Germany.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@tilmonhensley443]

Another good video, thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Odawg3709]

Cheers!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@kbjerke]

Stay safe, Steve! I look forward to every one of your videos! Best wishes to you and yours.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, you too!

[@timosullivan5165]

Good tip on the psi,thanks Steve,next time the deck is remove I'll check blade alignment.You rock!

[@kentfarquharson]

Dark Matter is fantastic! Try out Salty Scott from Parallel 49.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@KCYSR]

Great info Steve! You’re my newest best friend!! Thanks for all your work!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@crazybobc1]

I'm so glad I ran across your channel while I was surfing youtube during quarantine, you have answered so many of my questions! THANK YOU STEVE! Cheers!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are so welcome!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Great video as always Steve!! Idea for another great video would be a shop tour video. I'm betting you have a very organized shop..

[@danmurphy9173]

You’re the man, Steve! I was excited to adjust the deck due to an uneven cut. But I decided to check the tire pressure first. Then I watched this and felt like, “Well if Steve says to do that first, you know you’re right!” Now I have to actually do it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@ronaldwexler8570]

Love all the info Steve gives us. Also like that he Always has a different beer to work with.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@100vg]

I learned the hard way about tire pressure. If the front right tire pressure is low, the right side of the deck will be low AND the left side of the deck will be higher. Yes, all manual gauges are most accurate in the center of their range and 5 psi is that one's lowest. Digital gauges might be most accurate at center scale, too. I like a round air pressure gauge with a dial and needle over the pencil kind, but having the best range for the needed pressure is important. Cool on showing blade tips aligning, no matter if 2 or 3. Now I know to check that now because I always check tire pressure before mowing and I'm seeing uneven cuts. And I'll check both tips to both other tips in case one blade is bent on one side. Both spindles are new so it's not that, but I do hit things with the blades now and then. I know about leveling the deck and making sure all 4 tires' pressure are correct first. Glad I watched this one! Thanks, Steve.