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

[@donyboy73]

Watch my video on how to fix a lawn tractor that pops and backfires here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZ6ngWh_qK1rnK8

[@casejasnoch2533]

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

[@Diver830ft]

My neighbor brought me his jd 300 series. It won’t start. It has no spark. Plugs are fine. Coils look good and I cleaned them up. It turns over, but no spark. I’m thinking safety switches are next. He had bypass the seat switch but what and where do I locate the hidden switches?

[@station-wb4izc]

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]

just pinned your comment to top of comments

[@waltpartymiller6802]

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

[@dwoodog]

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

[@dagrote1]

@@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.

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[@immyjay54]

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.

[@fava7753]

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]

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

[@Al-tl2ov]

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.

[@ryankincade1158]

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

[@Johngreful]

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

[@manonfire3642]

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

[@BlueSun2]

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

[@lonamurray7361]

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

[@kyahgirl1360]

Thank you! This freaking tractor just cranks and cranks until the battery dies. I tried your choke adjustment and it fired up like a wild thing! Yay.

[@HallNeedsaRose1]

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.

[@kan815k]

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

[@livemikeradioshow9868]

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.

[@michaelpacifico646]

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]

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

[@marg4229]

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.

[@jeannebergin4136]

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❤️

[@kenadams7958]

Thanks for the update it solved my problem

[@southerlandstation]

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.

[@tc3603]

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

[@barbarazuazua3927]

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!

[@johnrussel4483]

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]

you need to buy a lottery ticket!

[@davemarks7322]

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.

[@01968752]

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.

[@YouberTuber1000]

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!!

[@mattelliott5255]

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!

[@chuckabbate1264]

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

[@bobschreier9476]

5 minutes fixed an 8 year old problem. Thanks

[@yahwada]

Thanks for this video, I was ready for the worst and was so pleased that it's such an easy fix. Thanks for making this well-done video. Good job.

[@robertvance01]

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.

[@vitex1231]

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

[@hosocat1410]

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

[@cuonu2b]

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.

[@brianbanks8264]

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

[@Zoetherat]

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.

[@stonedboris2715]

just the knowledge I've gained about the choke in such a short time is a reason to subscribe

[@hboyd5700]

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

[@TonyMontana-tm7ul]

Thank you. I fixed my daughter's today thanks to your video.

[@rodneybrand8521]

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]

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

[@exinanition2307]

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

[@hilltopfamilyfarm1978]

I have been having this hard start problem for three or four years on my craftsman mower and nothing I had tried helped. I just found this video today sept.29 2022 and this was what my problem was. I adjusted the cable and it fired right up. Thanks Dony.

[@Mike-ig2zq]

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

[@davidmacias6576]

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

[@RonBomb]

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

[@okde1875]

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

[@jimmysapien9961]

He A modern day Genius 💡💡💡

[@atercero333]

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! 👍

[@LarryBumgarner79]

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

[@scottlittle8380]

You are a great teacher!

[@donnadeegan2582]

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

[@anthonygostling]

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.

[@polity1971]

even after two years, you are helping us out with this video. Thank you.

[@danhardy8813]

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

[@parkermah5458]

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

[@hidalguense11]

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!

[@mikem264]

This fix works, when I purchase my mower 3 years ago the delivery people told to turn the key for 5 seconds then wait 5 seconds and turn again. After 3-5 times of doing this the mower would start. Thank you again the mower now starts with first key turn.

[@mathieugauthier3205]

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!

[@towncar302]

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!

[@timothyduch5587]

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

[@yohannesestifanos9048]

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

[@juliecain978]

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

[@NL-DIYer]

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.

[@gpetitto]

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!

[@TheGafletch067]

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.

[@Radiocom100]

Just saw this video I have a snapper ST2046 it is just like yours, except mine has a spring on the bottom of the chock rod. I did what you said and heard the choke close, WOW!!! it started for the first time with the choke, I have been priming the carb., for 3 year to get it started. Thanks.

[@solodolo9474]

By far the best most I formative youtube video I've ever learned from. watched. shared. THANK YOU

[@robertwhite7541]

Had the problem worsen since the mower was brand new. Now it's FIXED! THANK YOU DON!!!

[@nelsonbrann9592]

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

[@Dreoc]

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!

[@elgallotony9923]

Thank you so much, this was what was exactly the problem with my mower. You saved me a bunch of time trying to troubleshoot it and finding out what the problem. I adjusted the cable and bam it cranked up within seconds. Thank you so much!!

[@angelaprater2679]

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

[@philmoore71]

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 :)

[@MrDanrn999]

Thank you, for making this video

[@Mjh-mh7vj]

Dude, after watching video I made adjustment and my mower started right up. I was getting frustrated as well and about to call a small engine repair place. Thanks for the video, great stuff. Subscribed.

[@stephparker3185]

you just saved me a trip lugging this monster to the shop! thank you sir!!

[@leskavage]

You really are the motor maestro!

[@Tripple_Alpha]

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

[@EdmCaper]

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

[@oilfieldtrucker4868]

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

[@anthonyl2703]

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

[@Fishpotatogames]

I have a T100 m0wer. The choke mechanism is slightly different, however this was precisely the problem. I was worried that I broke it somehow but I fully engaged the choke and it started right up. Thank you so much!

[@ferfraga7288]

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

[@rufust3553]

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!

[@christfollower1768]

EXCELLENT video 🇺🇸

[@Daesha2u]

Thank you so much!! after hours of solving nothing.. I adjusted the lever & it started right up!

[@howardhughes9311]

Don, this is a great video. Cold Carbs always need the choke engaged for starting. It's so simple and should be small engine class 101. I learned this in 1974 when starting my 1969 ford e150 every winter morning before heading off to high school.

[@bobmcl2406]

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

[@jasonn8006]

This is exactly every craftsman as new.. thank you

[@MrSkinnyn71]

Top channel on KZbin as far as I’m concerned. Been watching for years and never ceases to amaze me.

[@donyboy73]

Wow, thank you!

[@hughdalziel7490]

Well this little gem worked out well for me ....totally fixed the starting issue on my Craftsman with a BS 26HP . Thank you sooooo much this is one of those oh my God moments after 4 years of cursing.what an easy fix!

[@stans5270]

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]

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

[@steveb.6267]

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

[@HeronCove99]

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

[@skylineauraearthline8204]

Very clear concise professional easy to understand presentation appreciate the content letting viewers learn without being condescending very valuable information for the people thank you

[@donyboy73]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fredparks1770]

Thanks Don. That fixed my problem and made it run better than when it was new!

[@garyf3693]

Thank you Thank you Thank You! This very hard start has been bothering me for some time. It took longer to find the torx screw driver than to fix the problem. I truly appreciate you sharing this solution with us.

[@rosadod]

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

[@Volusiaev]

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

[@larryschneider4762]

Great video, I have fought this problem for several years. Thank you

[@donyboy73]

Glad it helped

[@Felix-bg7mu]

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