The Great Big Lawnmower Thread

fox0512

fryup wrote: »

is it losing its HP?? it does sound slightly under-powered...is there any way i can adjust it, give it more RPM??

Yes there is.. What engine? Briggs and stratton?. What hp is it?

fryup

yes its a B&S 5.5 hp

Discodog

737max wrote: »

The blades are intended for rough work and bend back so that no damage is done to the shaft of the engine.
works well on commercial lawnmowers and mowers with a small deck width.
not as good with a large deck where airflow isn't ducted so well.

Some manufacturers fit a centrifugal fan above the blade to provide lift. It might be blocked.

fox0512

fryup wrote: »

yes its a B&S 5.5 hp

Best advice i can give is go to youtube a nd search govenor spring adjustment to increase rpm... Its a simple fix.. You can set rpm by ear unless one is tone deaf!... If it sounds down on rpm then most likley it is. ..if you gave a tach to read rpm then go ahead and adjust rpm to 2,950

CJhaughey

Rover have a similar setup and it seems to work well on those machines.

fryup

fox0512 wrote: »

Best advice i can give is go to youtube a nd search govenor spring adjustment to increase rpm... Its a simple fix.. You can set rpm by ear unless one is tone deaf!... If it sounds down on rpm then most likley it is. ..if you gave a tach to read rpm then go ahead and adjust rpm to 2,950

you mean tech ? how do they read it?

CJhaughey wrote: »

Rover have a similar setup and it seems to work well on those machines.

mine is a rover

(govenor spring adjustment?)

CJhaughey

fryup wrote: »

you mean tech ? how do they read it?



mine is a rover

(govenor spring adjustment?)

I'd say so, yours is probably down on revs.

fox0512

fryup wrote: »

you mean tech ? how do they read it?



mine is a rover

(govenor spring adjustment?)

youtube...it will tell you all u need to know about spring adjustment....

fox0512

http://repairinglawnmowersforprofit.com/governor-springs/

fryup

fryup wrote: »

you mean tech ? how do they read it?



mine is a rover

(govenor spring adjustment?)

if that's the briggs 675 engine sometimes a bush or other obstacle can hit the governor spring at the front and you need to push it back with your finger

fryup

thank lads got it sorted

fox0512

gov spring??

fryup

yes, just gave it a spray of wd40 and a quick fiddle and woala!!

SoupyNorman

Yay or Nay for €2k?

http://www.stiga.com/products/stiga_en/2t2000481-14-pc-estate-2084.html

sheelbee

And its a big fat Nay from me.......Chinese GGP.

SoupyNorman

sheelbee wrote: »

And its a big fat Nay from me.......Chinese GGP.

Really? Wow, what brands should I be focusing on?

fryup

fryup wrote: »

My deck on my ride-on is falling apart and in need of replacement, but i've been informed that its a discontinued model and replacement decks are not available anymore...so is there anyway of fixing up an old deck? riveting, welding ??

Discodog wrote: »

No reason why not. Take it off, remove all the rusted metal & cut back to solid metal. Then cut & fit replacement section. A steel fabricator could do it. The only real problem is if the shaft bearings aren't solid

how about fibreglass ??

Needles73

Don't use fibreglass on a lawn mower....not a good idea.

fryup

^^^^^^^^^

too much vibration??

Discodog

fryup wrote: »

how about fibreglass ??

The deck should be able to contain the blade if it becomes detached. How much is missing & where on the deck. A couple of pics might help.

fryup

i'd be embarrassed to post any pics, let just say its in bits

its akin to this

Discodog

fryup wrote: »

i'd be embarrassed to post any pics, let just say its in bits

its akin to this

That's beyond repair as there isn't enough good metal to key on to. Plus the holes are just too big to retain structural integrity. It would be a better guide if you lay your machine on it's side, carburettor up & take some photos of the deck.

sheelbee

Ah come on, dont be wasting his time...Bin the fecking thing.

fryup

ok, here goes (don't laugh)

my3cents

fryup wrote: »

ok, here goes (don't laugh)

I can only shudder at the thought that anyone would think that was repairable?

fryup

well my local fabricator said you could use fibreglass layers, and it could last another season

my3cents

fryup wrote: »

well my local fabricator said you could use fibreglass layers, and it could last another season

If the engine is any good then I'd be looking for a decent deck shell from a scraped mower.

Discodog

my3cents wrote: »

If the engine is any good then I'd be looking for a decent deck shell from a scraped mower.

I agree. I would contact mower repairers. Most have a load of old machines out back. Also put up some wanted ads online.

But be aware to check the chassis first.

James Doyle123

Looking into getting a new ride on mower for my 3/4 arce lawn. I've done some research into some models my local dealers have and this is the options available to me. I'm looking for some advice from someone a bit more in the know about these things.

Castle garden

Xdc150hd
452cc
84cm cut
240litre bag
Mulching kit and trailer hitch
€2350

Xdc170hd
500cc
98cm cut
240 litre
Mulching kit and trailer hitch
€2750

Husqvarna
Tc 158
97cm cut
220 litre
€2800

Which of these is the best bang for your buck thanks

my3cents

Don't waste your time with the mulching kit, total waste of time in Ireland unless you plan to cut the grass twice a week.