How to Service a Riding Lawnmower - Spring Tune Up

[@matt.hansen]

Thorough, concise and even a touch of education on how a combustion engine work! I didn’t skip through a single portion because it was all so informative and well edited! You rock! If only all DIY/how-to/ tutorials were this good.

[@unclerico1044]

This is a well shot and very informative video. Your customer got some good work done 👍

[@tannerc900]

Haha.. had to laugh when you gave the tip about hammering a screw driver through the oil filter. I bought a boat last year with a I/O engine and the oil filter was already in a super awkward/tight space and I guess the guy who last changed it didn’t wipe some oil on the gasket before he screwed it on and it was stuck solid and after busting my knuckles dripping blood everywhere from my oil wrenches slipping I accepted defeat and punched the screw driver through and boy oh boy are you right about having oil all over the place, got the job done tho!

[@olderthandirt7023]

Thanks mate, such a thorough explanation for each step, I'm one happy Australian to have found such a reputable mower mechanic.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@robertduffersr1962]

Very good strong voice best teacher learned a lot to add to my 27 yr business All sweet knowledge thanks so much.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for the kind words Robert!

[@minouchat]

Jake, I want to thank you for the product information used during your maintenance work. As well as for all the little details. Good job! Merci !

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@nj4x4fever2]

You do a fantastic job on your service. Thanks for sharing!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Dennis!

[@waynestefinashen239]

Very good explanation of just about everything on this service and WOW gotta get me one of these, long time since i have seen a Massey not many dealers around like there use to be.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks, and yes they are very nice machines! Well built, that's for sure!

[@buzzwinklemoose9853]

Thorough, aintcha? Nice to see someone take pride in doing things right.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@ThroneRoomTalks]

I have learned so much. I wish I could my lawnmower off you.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@Skoyd]

Just saw your comment on Jussa xlts video. Crazy past you have had, glad your doing good buddy, actually just found a videos of yours that will come in handy. Good luck with your channel brother!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks Rylo, gotta take things one day at a time, cheers!

[@nutangcollective5500]

Great video, i have the mf41-22 and mostly everything was similar. Just finished the oil change and run it for a few minutes but the oil light/ch6 oil is still on. Wouldn't happen to know how to reset it?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

A maintenance reminder will display in the information window, after the first 5 hours of operation, and then after every 50 hours. The reminder should automatically reset after 5 hours, however, the reminder can be manually reset by turning the key switch from OFF to RUN (with engine off) and then depressing the set and select buttons simultaneously and holding for 5 seconds.

[@steved5153]

Good video. Always learn something from you. Everything is well thought out.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

There's always a balance of good info and not making the video to long and boring. I always try my best, thanks for watching Steve!

[@donvoll2580]

Good day Boy that video was well to the point. Cover it all. The oil drain plug, like you put tape on. I'm like it, but I'm always afraid oil will come out. Thanks

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Don!

[@eduardonieto2355]

That is cool my friend. 👏👍🇺🇲

[@mp3625]

Hey thanks for the tips! Fabulous video

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Dave!

[@DanKesterke]

Great video and keep up the solid work!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@DillanKamarjian]

Excellent job! If a transaxle seal has gone bad how can you tell what caused it or if there are other issues going on for it to go bad? The mower is a craftsman t2300. Thank you!

[@Loveinlife1980]

Thank you for this detailed service summary. What fuel shut off valve did you use. I have a Kohler engine but can only find a shut off valve for a Briggs and Stratton engine. Would this be ok?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes this should be ok, thanks for watching!

[@jjalmo5487]

Great video!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@prithvimann1539]

Very detailed video. 👍👌

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Octo!

[@prithvimann1539]

No problem! New sub by the way👍

[@EliminatorPerformance]

@@prithvimann1539 😎👍

[@prithvimann1539]

Eliminator Performance thanks

[@brucel.6078]

Great video!!! Thanks!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Bruce!

[@NatiVeTouCh]

Nice, very informative - TY!

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Chris!

[@grrobson1]

Very informative thank you

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching George!

[@gregsoper5623]

Many Thanks.. Great info..

[@robeftyearian8760]

Man u do good work keep it up

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Rob!

[@jimmypopp2695]

Thank you.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@jigsey.]

Very informative video.. Have you any advice on the deck belts for snapper lt200.. Mine seem to slipping a lot and I'm on my 2nd belt of the season

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Try a half inch less on the length!

[@jigsey.]

@@EliminatorPerformance thank you for the reply 😊

[@richardblackmore7572]

How can you tell when a mower pulley (or idle pulley) requires replacing?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Wobble test, with the tension off the belt, see if the pulley wobbles side to side, up or down, on an angle, so grab one side and move it up and down, see if it wobbles. That means the bearing is no good. Thanks for watching!

[@tomharries847]

Did you clean that mower before servicing? If not its one of the cleanest i have seen. You should see whats on my lift today, Last service done 4 years ago, full of rust, noisy pulley bearings as well as chewed coil leads and air filter due to mice. And they want it done under 100 GBP.

[@tomharries847]

I have a quote for repair and service ready which is just over 400 GBP. Haven't told her yet, That's my 1st phone call tomorrow, wish me luck.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

This mower is well taken care of, my customer keeps it clean, I did not wash it! Thanks for watching!

[@CivilRepair]

Hope much do you charge for the full service?

[@TommyTester]

Well done. Did the mower have an hour meter? I just added one to my new rider. Shouldn't you also grease the rear axles?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

If this was a commerical unit being used daily, I would absolutely record hours to keep track of usage. This machine is used for residential purposes, and gets serviced every year, so the hours are of little use here. Removing the wheels to grease the axles can also be done, yes. However, it shouldn't need it more than once every couple years, as the grease should stay put! Thanks for watching!

[@berryngo1363]

good tips

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@beanolatte2682]

How much of the grease reaches the upper and lower spindle bearings?? The spindle shaft is spinning in a hollow housing, so what is the grease actually doing? I have put a dozen + pumps of grease in a spindle zert and none of it came close to the bearings. Whenever I service a mower deck I pop the seals off the bearings and add grease.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Packing the bearing is the best way for sure, no argument there. If the grease wouldn't of went it, I would've packed the bearing. In this case though, it took a few good pumps and I could hear it going in, then it started coming out the zert, so I knew it was filling up.

[@beanolatte2682]

Thanks for sharing your videos!!!

[@beanolatte2682]

Do you have to be a business to order directly from Stens?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes they require a master business license, but I've also listed the Kohler part numbers in the description, so anyone can buy these parts if they have this machine. And thanks for watching!

[@thefalcon7556]

hi question; Do you know what the 12v20a 065 part is in the same tractor that you are performing the tuneup?? Is this part a fuse or relay ?? thanks for replying

[@EliminatorPerformance]

I have no idea, sorry I couldn't be of more help!

[@tvento]

Nic work.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Thanks for watching Tony!

[@tvento]

@@EliminatorPerformance I could use a tutorial on fuel line/primer line, and the different clamps that are user to attach them. Doing some snowblower repairs. A short video would so be appreciated. TY.

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Snowblower season is over, but I do have a couple that need some work. I'll be doing some videos on them eventually, so you'll have to stay tuned for those!

[@ziadyassine335]

hey Jake, just wondering how much did you charge for this job?

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Hey Ziad, 2hrs labour at $65 was $130 and with the rest of parts, with tax came to $250 canadian and it was picked up the very next day! Thanks for watching!

[@Fakeus]

Stens or Oregon are great replacement

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Yes very high quality parts!

[@caseG80]

Greasing the spindle does nothing on most mowers seeing there's sealed bearings know for sure John Deer mowers are this way possibly this mower is different. There's a few steps to get some grease into them

[@ghostzod665]

Where is your parts guy

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Stens is an American Parts Distributor, but they have a distribution center in Brantford, Ontario! They also require customers to have a Master Business License.