Straighten A Bent Lawn Mower Crankshaft With A Pipe

I will tell you why I don't use a hammer to straighten a bent shaft. I use a heavy pipe now because it is softer, safer, impact proof and easy. A lawn mower is garbage if it has a bent shaft. You have nothing to lose by trying this trick...
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[@staind288]

Thank so much for this video Steve. I used to smash it with a hammer myself and the last time I did this I broke a motor mount right into the sump on a Honda engine! I'll definitely be utilizing this way next time

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@russellrobinson505]

Cool Steve!!! Thanks!

[@lesgallivan4159]

Why not put a chunk of 2x4 cross the underside of the mower deck , then a small screw jack between it and the crankshaft. Seem , in theory that it would be a much more accurate way , could mount a dial indicator on the opposite side and get a running measurement while straightening

[@hectorcalderon3011]

@@lesgallivan4159 that is a very good idea

[@lesschattermoresplatter5769]

I’ve straightened the crankshaft on several engines over the years and my system is similar to yours but I remove the blade and the spark plug plug so the engine spins freely. I then hold a sharpie in the position where you had the screwdriver tip but a tad closer. You spin the crank and the sharpie will leave a mark on the high side. Bend the crank the opposite direction with a cheater pipe, wipe off the previous mark and do it all over again. Works like a charm.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great tip! Thank You...

[@jeremyvercher4696]

He removed the spark plug

[@lesschattermoresplatter5769]

@@bitteroldman701 rest your hand on the lower side of the deck so it’s steady then pull the rope slowly to make the crank turn. It only takes a couple seconds.

[@mkoszyca]

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 8:44

[@JesseJohnson-hj9xj]

I bent my shaft worse than yours. I did what you said and it worked. I didn't get it as straight as you did but, my mower is useable. It definitely was not before. Thank you.

[@bobc.5324]

As a youngster working around my fathers service station I worked on mowers every summer. Fixed several bent crankshafts that way. Customers gladly paid me. In fact after I got married a customer brought one in and said he bent the crankshaft and was trashing the mower. I told him I could straighten it, he didn't need to buy a new one. He said if you want you can have it. I straightened it , took it home and used it for many years. It had a wind up crank instead of a pull rope. Finally wore out the crank mechanism and put a pull rope housing on it until it finally died. Loved those Briggs engines.

[@mesoanto1031]

What a story!! From a youngster to a married man with the lawnmower as the subject

[@vladislav3]

HUGE Bonus points for having a Czechvar (Budvar) open while working! I immediately took you more seriously. Ahoj from Slovakia.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

LOL! Right on buddy...

[@vladislav3]

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Also, after going and doing this on my Honda it worked perfectly. Thankfully because that part could not be obtained here if I didn't straighten it.

[@davidrobinette3834]

Back in the late 60’s and the 70’s I used a dedicated jig which mounted the engine in the horizontal position. There were two adjustable blocks, one for holding the crankshaft stable just as it came out of the engine. The other could be adjusted near the end, as this one did the actual bending. A run out dial was used to 1) measure the initial run out and 2) measure progress. I was trained to ALWAYS adjust a few thousands at a time. My preferred method was to bend a few thousands and let it sit in tension for 30 minutes or so. Yes it was a slow process, but if you rushed it you could crack the crank. You may not realize it was cracked, but if the owner hit another obstacle the shaft could splinter and the lawyers would be at the door. I’m NOT SAYING that your technique is wrong, I’m just saying that as a 14 year old factory certified Briggs technician this is how I did it.

[@charliecubero2260]

I tried this and it solved my problem. I can’t thank you enough. I’m going through thought economical times, and not only I saved money on repairing my lawnmower, I also use it to make a little extra money. This was a win win situation for me. Thanks again, Sir.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@joeolejar]

I saved my mower after hitting a rock that bent the shaft nearly as bad as your example. Used a 4 foot pipe just as you did.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@pirat350]

Finally a bent crank fix that doesn't involve a sledge. I'm a big fan of Archimedes ("give me a lever,a fulcrum and a place to stand and I can move the world") been using his principles for decades. I'm ashamed that I did not think of this. The pipe trick gives you so much more control. Good job my friend and thanks!

[@mongomay1]

Great tip, you have no idea how many mowers got scrapped because of this issue.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You got that right!

[@timbohouston]

I need to do this to one of my riders

[@lawnmanmartinfan7909]

I have the same mower Steve that you were using it's a Honda recycler with the double blade system the double blades hooked up to a piece of steel in the shape of a bow tie how do you get the bow tie off the crank shaft. There's 3 Is bolts total 2 of them hold on the mulching blades the 3rd one comes straight up the center of the shaft like a normal single blade mower but when I remove that Bolt 🔩 the bowtie won't release.??????

[@TheDkb427]

Awesome video Steve!!! I just ran over a tree saw buried in the yard and noticed my lawnmower was shaking more than before. Haven't fixed it yet but now I know not to beat the hell out of it with a hammer! Lol Thanks man!!!!

[@zrkn1]

A perfect example of why you're a successful mechanic. While straightening certain aircraft engine parts we never hit them, it's a gradual bending with a tolerance of up to .001 to dead nuts. Thank You!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool...

[@tobysarsi6864]

Totally agree, why hit with a hammer when you can bend with a pipe? Plus the bending method gives you time to achieve precision.

[@BrianPage_78666_]

Thanks! Fixed my shaft!

[@punisher6001]

Man, you rock! Straight to the point, very clear, professional tutorial. Thankyou so much!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@harveytr7106]

These are all presented so simply- it’s great. Thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are so welcome!

[@Bilytkid]

Great video. On my lawnmower, I was able to disassemble the motor, remove the crankshaft, then put it in a big lathe. Using a torch on the bend, while straightening it to line up with the tailstock of the lathe.

[@355PH]

Steve is a great mechanic. Saved me so much money as I do all my own service and repair. Lots of Love and respect from Leeds England 👍😁

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks Mate...

[@mlmiks]

Cant wait to bent my crankshaft so i can try this. Great way to save a lost mower. Thanks Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@gabriellovin7227]

Wow I am so happy now. So glad I found this video!! I’ll be fixing my mower today!! Used twice only and has been sitting for years… hopefully it’ll work in less than 14 tries haha

[@michaelblackler1089]

Steve, i have watched your channel for at least two years.Very informative and i am proud to be 1 of your 313k subscribers. Keep up the great work!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@geraldfischer6049]

Done that repair and it works! Even if it’s a very slight bit iff!

[@moconno1]

Awesome video Steve! Why didn’t I see this before I junked a beautiful Honda mower 3 years ago. Keep up the good work. Drink 😊😎👍🏻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@franksinozich5823]

I watched your video on straighting a bent crank. I tried this on an AWD Husqvarna to no avail. The shaft appears to be considerably bigger than the one you straightened. Anyway, I enjoy and appreciate your videos. Also, the clock is great addition to my garage.

[@markjordan4994]

Great information for those of us who need to know!

[@1903bretep]

Steve: another really useful video and a very clear easy explanation of what to do to fix the problem, many thanks.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@scottsteinhoff5151]

Absolutely awesome Steve! You are definitely the master of small engine repair!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks

[@timweage6004]

Great idea Steve, I got one in the back yard with a bent crank. I’ll give it a try.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@ronwatson4902]

Simple yet ingenious. Thanks once again Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@mikedunn7795]

Never heard of this before! Wish I knew about it about 50 years ago when I ran over a small tree stump in the grass with dad's brand new Toro! The mower was still usable,but it sure vibrated when you mowed with it!

[@grassroot1100]

good idea and saves having to replace the crank, taking the while engine apart. Did that last time. Thanks

[@mjg263]

Great tip Steve! I was going to do the exact same thing a few years ago but everyone kept saying “use a hammer” so I figured there must be a reason why nobody ever uses a long pipe. Should’ve just tried using a pipe, the hammer didn’t work for me and I ended up parting the engine out and scrapping it.

[@sulferoil]

It is worth a shot. Thanks.

[@gregorysattler7021]

Great tip Steve! I have been using the hammer trick and have a lot of pipe laying around to try your trick the next time I get a bent shaft in.

[@raymondcampbell2346]

I wouldn't straighten one for a customer. I have a crank straightener and was straightening one of my own that was bent as bad as Steve's and it snapped. You can never tell on one as the steel of the crank is compromised when it bends. If it breaks while it's running, that blade has to go somewhere and can hurt the operator or someone else.

[@ahmedm6041]

Well Steve you amaze me everytime! I will try your method and if I have any luck! Thanks for sharing your awesome skill!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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

[@2fas4ya]

Great videos…VERY informative…you get to the point & I REALLY appreciate it !!! I can hardly wait to try this…THANK YOU STEVE!!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Have fun!

[@jeffreyrubish347]

Simple and dirt cheap. Thanks, Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@semco72057]

That is a nice tip and I appreciate it so much even though I don't need it right now. This may help many who have a bent crank shaft on their mowers and maybe they can save their mower and continue to get more use out of it at a discount.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@fleadoggreen9062]

You giving away all ur secrets!! Thanks for the tips

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!!

[@andyjones9386]

I tore my motor down and straightened the crank with a hydraulic press.More trouble but I got it perfect.I was afraid to damage the block by prying or beating on the crank while it was still in the block.Worked for me.

[@bobarris]

Thanks mate from Australia you have confirmed my problem and taught me how to fix it I appreciate it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad I could help

[@johannesels5288]

Love your work Stevo

[@professionalidiots101]

In the push bike industry a very similar method is used to straighten drop outs and basic frame alignment. Great video Steve 👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool, thanks

[@davidossinger8183]

This is great. I took a 3 year old Husqvarna mower to a dealer asking them to explain why the muffler has shaken itself completely off. They sold me a $50 replacement muffler and said everything was fine. It wasn't fine. It broke a motor mount next time I used it. But maybe now I can resurrect it.

[@tfitz44]

New subscriber! Great video. I have a John Deere JS26 push mower that has a bent crankshaft. Nothing like running over a piece of old cast iron pipe that was hidden. I figured there had to be a better way to do this than to just smack on it with a hammer. I’ll give it a shot. Nothing like living in a rural, country area where you’re pretty much on your own for repairs like this. But I like it that way. It makes me learn how to do my own small engine repair.

[@JGsgarage_unboxings]

Thank you for your channel. I do small engine repair and I still learn Soo much from you. You have done nothing but make my life and business alot easier. And I subbed today. Idk why I just kept searching for you haha

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you very much!

[@watchman401]

I would not have thought that thin wall pipe could do it, but it did, good tip!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@olexboris7314]

Oh man! That’s really save a lot of money! Last time it costed me for almost new engine in money by local mechanic! I’m watching you from abroad, thanks God I know english for understanding, but there’s a lot of people don’t speaking english and they can’t use your information, so don’t you think to make any translations or different channel for foreigners? Thanks again for useful vids!

[@jimmyross4352]

Thanks Steve! I’m going to try this now with a new discarded Honda mower. I was going to use a 4# Mall🏋🏽

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@logikalx]

I had to do this after hitting an iron nail. I got the crankshaft straight but now the mower deck is slightly bent. It is still way better, quiet now and less vibration. I may not even bother to try and get the deck straight its an old mower anyways! Thanks for the video.

[@todhurley3756]

Great job. Just wish could have seen this a year ago when I hit a brick with my new mower.

[@wildefox1478]

Awesome trick for fixing a bent crankshaft Steve, thanks for sharing! I have a push mower with a bent crank I can try this on.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@Dyngarynth]

Very well done video, easy to follow, nice closeups! I'm going to give it a go on mine and see if I can fix it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@melarvie]

Used a hammer once and yep game over for that engine! Now I know better, great video!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@williamclement827]

I am so trying this thanks Steve !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@williamstevenson755]

This actually works well.Thank you very much, Steve, for this instruction. I snagged $250 mower from the dumpster and fixed it using this technique. Mows great now. A blessing.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Nice work!

[@desixml]

Thank you Sir!! I was able to fix my lawnmower!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Excellent!

[@MinusTheSparkPlugs]

I'm not a big mower guy but that is the most money saving easy thing I've ever seen in my life that anyone can do to take what is essentially junk and have a perfectly operational machine afterwards. Thanks Steve!!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@kurpy624]

That was incredible. Thank you sir.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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

[@simonbradford6774]

Great idea, sorted my mower thank you

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it helped

[@p.steven2413]

Excellent way to do this . Thank You very much Steve ! Seriously a very great Tip here . Thumbs up ! Miller Time Now !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you liked it

[@66lwmorgan]

Most guys have there garage setup with shelves holding anti freeze, oil, WD 40 and a butt load of cleaning products but not here. I love how your shelves display all the different types of drinks needed to work on small engine's. Looking good Steve, keep adding to the list.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@dedomv11]

Thanks for teaching me the right way to do this.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@raulpendas]

Thank you for this video. I will try it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Have fun

[@RetroMediaFinds]

Just enjoy watching...thanks, Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@archangel8838]

Hot diggity my lawnmower had been sitting around for almost 2 months .been using my weed waker until i came across you helpful video , went out gave her a try with a pipe , and I'll be Damned ! IT WORKED ... the shaking and vibrations gone I it works just like if it were brand new .. God bless and thank you so very much sir . Salute ..🍺

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@bobmcl2406]

That is an EXCELLENT video! I purchased a Murray self-propelled mower for cheap, specifically because it had a bent crank. I did the hammer thing, but did not dare hit too hard. It made things a little better I have been putting up with the free hand massages for a couple of years. Now I have a method to make things way better. Thanks Steve, you are a star!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it helped

[@wallyschloeffel1678]

If you had to pay someone to replace the crank it is generally cost-prohibitive but if you can do it yourself then it would be the better option, the crank is the biggest cost but normally the gaskets and other smaller parts that are needed aren't that expensive. Another good indicator that the crank is bent if it is bent enough will be wetness around the lower crank seal. I have replaced several crankshafts on the John Deere JS38 self-propelled push-type mowers & made fairly good coin when I sold them (mind you I got them for free because the owners were told too expensive to fix) & it would be if you were paying someone to repair them. Another great video Steve thanks again.

[@johnhanson4795]

love your videos Great information and Thanks for sharing your Knowledge!Beers up!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Our pleasure!

[@jamesstevenson69]

Tried it Steve, but couldn't budge the shaft using a 4 foot cheater bar, and I reefed it . It's a Honda gcv 160. Tough mother of a shaft. Really like your style. James in Ottawa, Canada.

[@kieranobrien9737]

Thanks Steve, great stuff!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@AdventuresAtHome1]

Thanks Steve! I hit a big rock when cutting some tall weeds. I thought it was a bent blade, but it still vibrates with a new blade. I’m definitely going to try this. I just need a long pipe.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@phildelgiudice3448]

Steve you’re a legend man. Love the vids and keep doing what you’re doin man. So much knowledge being shared here. One of my favorite channels! 👍🏽

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Gssmallenginerepair]

Totally agreed

[@Thomas63r2]

This video is legend. I ran over a buried rake and it brought my engine to a dead stop and then had a tight spot. I was able to get it started with difficulty, and finish a large lawn with the vibra-massage. I first looked on eBay for a replacement crankshaft. I wasn’t expecting that I could straighten it out like the Steve way. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@saskiford4415]

Hello Steve, What a brilliant video!! I thought I was going to have to spend a lot of money sending my lawn mower to the repair shop, but happened upon your fantastic video and now it works like a dream. As you say, the crank shaft is not factory straight, but it's good enough and I didn't have to spend a penny Thank you. 😊

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy! You're Welcome...

[@michaelglynn2638]

Definitely better method than big hammer. Saved to my mental hard drive, click!! Thanks Steve, that's a good one👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Mikey...

[@pepin159]

Thank you very much, I had my big hammer ready and somehow I went to KZbin and you gave me hope. Thank you again!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad I could help!

[@redeagle6842]

Steve you are a wealth of information.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@matthewsharp6597]

Great job Steve, thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@tinkerscorner54]

Hey Steve, A buddy of mine brought his mower over the other day because it kept quitting on him. We started it up and I tied the shut off bar down to see how long it would take to shut off. First thing I noticed was that the governor was out, so I shut it down quick and did the governor adjustment. Started it up and it still idled way too high, so I shut it down quick again, adjusted the idle speed, tied the rope back on the handle and started it up again. I "thought" that I could do a fine adjustment on the idle but the durn mower was trying to hop sideways down my driveway, so I couldn't just turn the mower loose to make the adjustment. My buddy was watching and asked me what in the world was making it do that. I told him it was ether a badly balanced blade or the crankshaft could be bent. I told him to take my mower, finish the job he had going, and I would look further into it. And, Sure enough, the crank was bent a hair over 5/16" out. So, I came here and watched this video and tried to do the adjustment using a 30 mm deep socket with about 3 feet of 1/2 inch drive extensions. Well, after about a half hour and only gaining 3/32 off of the 5/16 inch bend, I quit because I was sure that one of those extensions was about to break and there was too much flex in the "Rig" to make any progress. I figured that I'd go to Lowe's and pick up a cheap piece of pipe and keep it around for a cheater bar (I left all of mine at my Dad's house when I got married and moved on and never got them later because he always used them). What a SHOCK! I mean Sticker Shock. I looked in every department that carried any sort of pipe and the prices blew my mind. It used to be cheap to go and get about a 3- or 4-foot length of pipe, and there used to be a chance of getting a scrap piece really cheap or free from mistakes at the pipe cutting/threading station (that they no longer have). I ended up getting a 1-1/4" X 36" piece of galvanized pipe in the plumbing department and it totaled $24.75 U.S., AFTER the 10% Military Discount. And the durn thing wasn't even threaded! 25 bucks for what was around 4 or 5 buck just 20 years ago! We used to throw pipes that size in the scrap heap at the jobsite. What's worse is, if I'd have gotten the 10-foot length, yeah, it was cheaper per foot, but it was $56! Even at today's gas prices, I can't squeeze that much gas in my car on a bet. And for a stupid, short piece of pipe! That's STUPID HIGH. Sorry about the long comment and the "Inflation" rant. That's the first time I've ever even considered making a special spot on my tool board just for what used to be just leftover scrap. I may even engrave a serial number on it and give it a custom paint job so it can be identified if it's ever stolen. Thanks for the video. I reckon that I'll take that overpriced, designer cheater bar and see if I can get that crank as close as you were able to. (For $25, I should be able to just point it at the crank and "Scare It Straight". I could have gotten a new crank on Flea-bay for $14 more.) Take Care!

[@dionpeek4339]

Really cool I actually have a lawnmower motor from 20 years ago that I hit a tree stump with now I can fix it

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool!

[@pikehunter23750]

Thanks for the tip Steve! I have a Husqvarna in the garage with a major bend about as much as yours was. Hit a stump, instant stop and a big puff of smoke. I'll try the bar method as I didn't want to hammer on it. I'll let you what happens!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@johnnyhilario4253]

Awesome love it. Don’t need tool straightener. Thanks a lot

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

No problem 👍

[@mohabatkhanmalak1161]

Thank you, very useful method and it will get many movers useable again.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are welcome!

[@williamaltizer6263]

Really great idea really thought my engine was toast I'm going to try myself Hopefully great results like yours

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@racer36d]

You’ve been a wealth of great information and I’m confidant will continues to be. This post is not one of them. This falls under the category, ‘just because you can doesn’t mean you should’.

[@dandylawnandmaintenance4407]

This must be the only video on the Tube of how to bend a crankshaft. Thanks

[@stephensomersify]

Thanks - from UK

[@clauslundberg9224]

A great fix and a fine beer - thanks for sharing

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Our pleasure!

[@sergionino8250]

Buen consejo.good advise good job.!!

[@marshallborder9089]

Never. Tryed too straighten one . Thanks

[@skywalkerog632]

Never fails to impress me knowledge like this is invaluable.. keep it up Steve . Who needs the local dealer when you have this channel. 🤔🛠️

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@rtiros]

Thanks very much for sharing Steve. Love your videos.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@carmelitapulumbarit9650]

real good informations, Seve..

[@derekgordon6442]

Very cool !!! Thanks Steve......

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@rogervonschleusingen4603]

THANK YOU STEVE , I,LL GIVE IT A TRY !!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@burtblahnik6074]

Thank you sir that was very helpful !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are welcome!

[@mosfet500]

Thanks Steve, I had one where it was bent so bad that the crank actually twisted internally and I had to change the crank.

[@RichardWilson-sh3kr]

Pretty cool, would have never thought of trying to save one in that shape.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@johnwallis7744]

I used this method and it worked a treat, I got the crankshaft almost perfectly straight again. Then, when I put the blade back on I noticed that it was well over an inch lower (at the end of the blade) at one end than it was at the other, in relation to the bottom rim of the deck. I realised that I'd pulled so hard on my 4ft of pipe whilst straightening the crank that I'd stretched the whole deck out of shape. However, after some remodelling of the deck with a 14lb sledgehammer I got it back level in the end and it's all working fine now.

[@rpavlik1]

Realized my little push mower had actually vibrated the carb off itself (I only use it for around the edges and small spots, lawn tractor for the rest), and I'm afraid I probably do have a bent shaft. Will have to check now that you shared the secret that isn't "replace your motor" - for sure I wouldn't sell it, but if it can make starting and running it easier for the few times a year I need it, sounds good to me! (Gives me more time to wait for a good curb freebie to replace it...) Thanks!

[@rupe53]

rpavlik1 ... love them "curb side pickups" because I have lived in the same place for 43 years and NEVER actually bought a mower. My most recent acquisition was the guy next door selling his house and cleaning out the garage. Can't get a much better score that that!