Is your lawn mower not starting properly after sitting all winter? Old gasoline may be the culprit. Read our complete guide to safely draining, storing, and disposing of bad lawn mower gas so you can get your engine running smoothly again this mowing season. Assessing If Your Lawn Mower Gas Is Old Or Bad If … Read more
Is your trusty lawn mower not starting like it should? That foul gasoline smell after tugging the cord likely means it has a flooded engine. Don’t worry – this common problem can often be quickly fixed with some simple troubleshooting. Here’s what you need to know about diagnosing, resolving and preventing flooded mower engines. Symptoms … Read more
Is your lawn mower dead in its tracks when you turn the key? Before calling the repair shop, try jump starting the solenoid first! Diagnosing and jumping a faulty solenoid is an easy DIY fix to breathe life back into your dead mower and avoid a hefty shop bill. Learn how to safely hotwire and … Read more
Does your lawn mower seat annoy you every time you mow by sloshing side to side and bottoming out on bumps? Don’t waste money on a new seat – restoring that worn-out foam and re-attaching the vinyl cover is actually quite easy. With some basic supplies and following this detailed 5-step guide, you can permanently … Read more
Your trusty lawn mower is a staple of yard maintenance, but did you know it also harbors explosive potential under the hood? While extremely rare, freak lawn mower fires do periodically make headlines. Don’t become one! This guide explores what causes lawn mower explosions, symptoms of a failing fuel pump, and preventative care to avoid … Read more