DIY: How to Change a Lawn Mower Fuel Filter - Riding Mower - Lawn Tractor

[@susans5581]

Thank you so much for posting your video! My dad passed away a month ago. He always performed maintenance on the lawn equipment. Your step-by-step video gave an excellent how-to for replacing a gas filter. I have a Craftsman T240 riding mower. I looked at the fuel filter, and it is very similar to the Cub Cadet you demonstrated. I will check out your channel for more tips. Thanks again for posting this video!

[@anngoulding4389]

I'm a 60 yr. old disabled woman and this video walked me right through my project. I was able to do everything in just about an hour (including the oil and oil filter, too). Most of my time was spent watching the video to make sure I was doing it right. I used rags like suggested with two vice grips to clamp the hoses, worked perfectly. I inspected the hoses and clamps and they looked great. Thank you for sharing. I'd don't know what I'd do without youtube and folks like you that show how to DIY and save a bunch of money without having to switch to Geico. LOL Seriously, I have a shop full of tools, so having the tutorial is a great way for lil' o ladies like me to save money by doing the job myself.

[@TightWadDIY]

Ann Goulding That’s so great! Thank you for sharing your success story. I’m a school teacher in my day job so I try to apply those skills in my videos. God Bless.

[@yuw777]

Give it back. Make videos on what you are good at for those who don't know how. Cooking, sewing, organizing. So many people are clueless and need help.

[@Grimaldi444]

My yard now has been mowed and I owe it to you. I'm very grateful for this video and will subscribe to your channel.

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad it helped you out!

[@allanwind295]

Lovely. It's easier if you move the clamps further away from the filter so they don't compress on the filter inlet and outlet hard tubes. Hose clamp pliers are really helpful as they lock closed and don't slip off like needle nose pliers. I find it easier to separate the hose from the filter if I rotate them slightly to overcome the static friction. Don't use a plastic cup to catch the gas as the gas will eat through that in seconds. Guess how I know? :-) I was mainly interested how you pinched off the hoses not seeing great options sold for that purpose specifically.

[@TightWadDIY]

Thanks for the tips!

[@jimmyinglish2669]

Great video! Super easy’! We also added a in line fuel shut off. Just an idea. God bless you sir

[@TightWadDIY]

Jimmy Inglish I like that idea. I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

[@miles267]

Great video. Am using to do my first-ever fuel filter change today.

[@TightWadDIY]

Jason Miles That’s great! Let us know how it goes!

[@tristinjohnson5810]

As am I lol

[@jdprice3043]

Thank you for your help

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure!

[@cawiltu]

Thanks. I’m a tight wad too. Hope I can do it

[@TightWadDIY]

You’ve got this!

[@nomdeplume4030]

One of the best things you can do for any small engine is to install a fuel stop inline. You can shut the stop off, crank the engine and left the fuel run out of the line. Also, it is a great aide if you have a flooding engine issue.

[@TightWadDIY]

Nom dePlume That’s a great idea for winter storage.

[@maryhibbard9199]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure. I’m glad you found it helpful. I have several mower repair videos so make sure you subscribe.

[@theresalittle4056]

What is a sure sign you gas filter needs changing

[@allanwind295]

For me it was engine losing power as it wasn't getting sufficient gas under strain. It sounds like a 2 stoke with idle set too low.

[@cjjohn4805]

Thanks!

[@TightWadDIY]

My pleasure!

[@faclkc]

Very good

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m glad you found it helpful. Be sure to subscribe.

[@jant3276]

Thank you

[@TightWadDIY]

You’re welcome!

[@donberesh342]

Should the filter on a kohler 23hp be full

[@dpcrn]

My gas is pretty clear, but the mower just suddenly stopped when mowing. I can't get it to start. Just sits and cranks. So I'm thinking something got in the gas and completely blocked the tube. So I guess I will change the filter and just see if that works. Should there be an air bubble showing in that plastic surrounding the filter?

[@TightWadDIY]

Daniel P. Clark It’s fine if there is air in the filter. Go ahead and change your spark plug too just to rule that out. They are inexpensive.

[@leochau7]

I just happened same thing to me 10 minutes ago, turn of blades, heading to garage then it stop. Tried many times cranked but motor will will start.

[@yuw777]

Water in Gas??? buy water out at auto supply additive.

[@larryreed6121]

What happens if you put the fuel filter in reverse of what it says?

[@TightWadDIY]

I won’t allow fuel to flow properly.

[@lylerussworm33]

Do you need to prime a new fuel pump placed on the mower?

[@TightWadDIY]

I’m not sure. I’ve never replaced the fuel pump.

[@lylerussworm33]

@@TightWadDIY I apparently got lucky it didn’t need to be primed. When Removed the gas line on the new pump gasoline came right into the line and I reconnected it. It started!!!

[@woodspirit98]

What do you do if you get excess gas on or near the battery cables and you get a spark?

[@TightWadDIY]

I would wipe it off then give the rest time to evaporate.

[@Steelmanfan1111]

Can u use other filters, or do u have to use same #

[@allanwind295]

They vary in which hose they fit.

[@tomkassos2871]

I would have liked to see you start the engine after the replacement. Is there any priming required? Fuel line is filled with air.

[@TightWadDIY]

Tom Kassos I did not need any priming.

[@Krayziebone456]

Hello. Great video buddy. Can you give me the part number for the black big bumper on the back of your zero turn please. I can't seem to find one...thanks

[@TightWadDIY]

Andrew Stevens The bumper likely came with the bagging kit. It was on the mower when I purchased it but I never use the bagger because it clogs easily.

[@JDCypr3ss]

It is much better to remove the small clip between the filter and fuel pump holding the line against the engine then you have almost 3 ft of hose to play with

[@TightWadDIY]

That can definitely help if needed.

[@cawiltu]

thanks. I wondered about that. Mine is almost behind the air filter

[@glennperrigin7431]

I have a snapper sr1028 10 hp. It will not stay running. I put just a touch of gas in carb. And it starts. Up but when it burns the gas out of carburetor it goes dead. So. I'm not a mechanic lol but. Can you tell me what's wrong. I put a disc style filter on it. I am thinking it's my filter. Cause it didn't have arrows to show the flow. I gonna get new filter with arrows on it. To show the flow. Do you agree

[@TightWadDIY]

Glenn Perrigin it is air or fuel related. You may have a cracked gas line or clogged fuel filter.

[@glennperrigin7431]

I put brand new fuel line on it. And. I will try a new fuel filter thanks.

[@jctoad]

That mower uses a gravity feed fuel system and doesn't have a fuel pump. The red disk type filter is right type for that system. It doesn't really matter which way you install it. Installing a filter like the one shown in the video will make fuel delivery more difficult on that mower.

[@peeka-boo3642]

How do I remove extra air in the fuel filter 🤔

[@TightWadDIY]

I don’t think that is necessary. It should handle it normally.

[@themoat3677]

What do you do if the gas drains out of the tubes....? How do you refill ?

[@TightWadDIY]

The Moat It will refill itself the next time to start the motor.

[@SummerIrwin-bf6zb]

I replaced the fule filter and the air filter, but it is still acting like it is not getting enough gas to stay running.

[@TightWadDIY]

It’s possible you have water in your gas.

[@yuw777]

@@TightWadDIY Buy gas out at the auto store. Just put it in gas tank with full thing of gas and let it sit a few minutes. Will run better as goes along if this is problem. Use Non Ethanol gas if at all possible.

[@TightWadDIY]

@@yuw777 We always use non-ethanol in lawn equipment.

[@Eli169]

My filter seems to be restricting the gas flow but yet

[@Eli169]

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[@Eli169]

As saidbseemsbdirtly but can seem can still blow air through it

[@bouriish]

filter orientation is not clear which side to the tank ans which side to the carburetor .

[@TightWadDIY]

Iqbal Khan On mine the flat side was on the carb side and the tapered side was on the gas tank side.

[@danr.graham9331]

Simply replace the gas filter in the same direction as the old one.

[@mikemike8067]

I ate a tidepod

[@yuw777]

@@danr.graham9331 You forgot to look!

[@sandrabrown552]

Why dont my fuel flow to the filter

[@TightWadDIY]

Check the hoses for cracks and check the in tank line to see if it has a filter on the end of it.

[@janr4589]

I have a Craftsman 917.276013 and have never changed the fuel filter! My hubby is 100% bedridden and very sick so now it is up to me. Do you have a video I can follow to change this? Sorry but I am petrified to do this but no choice here!

[@TightWadDIY]

Jan R I don’t have a mower repair shop so I don’t have a variety of mowers to make videos for. Try checking out Tarryl Fixes All. He may have one that can help you.

[@YukonHawk1]

Just install a fluel shutoff before the filter.

[@TightWadDIY]

In my opinion, that just adds another element that can fail. I don’t recommend this but it could be beneficial for someone who doesn’t mind an additional step their first time cleaning out the fuel filter.

[@YukonHawk1]

@@TightWadDIY I installed one on my cub cadet 11 years ago and never had one problem. But I respect your opinion.

[@TightWadDIY]

@@YukonHawk1 It’s not a bad idea. I understand the benefit as well. I just do my best to limit what can fail. I’m glad it has worked well for you.

[@josephjones829]

I did exactly what u did. Now my motor surges. Is this normal? Could air have gotten in the lines?

[@TightWadDIY]

Joseph Jones Air could have gotten in the lines but it would be pushed out when you first started the engine. Are you sure you put the filter in the correct direction?

[@josephjones829]

TightWadDIY I sure did.

[@TightWadDIY]

Joseph Jones Is this the first time you’ve driven it this season? It could be bad gas from sitting since last year.

[@josephjones829]

TightWadDIY that crosses my mind as well. Do you think maybe I could run this gas out and put some fresh in and it will run better?

[@TightWadDIY]

Joseph Jones Ideally you would drain the gas and put fresh gas in.

[@waynesummers921]

where is he tips

[@TightWadDIY]

Wayne Summers I’m not quite sure what you are asking.

[@delldelete2435]

rags to prevent crimping of hose. crimp point hose up Are useful tips for those that are new to this. Thanks Wayne

[@robertapflaumer7085]

Did u disconnect your battery first?

[@TightWadDIY]

ROBERT A PFLAUMER I didn't for this repair. It doesn't involve any electrical components and there was nobody else around who could accidentally start the mower.

[@tomlphillips]

No. Dripping gas and dangling vice-grip right next to connected battery. Not a good idea.

[@bobbrock4221]

I keep seeing people with the fuel filter in both directions.

[@TightWadDIY]

There is usually an arrow. The arrow should be pointing towards the carb. On mine, the larger end faces the carb.