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Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
02-01-14, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,073
Posted By GT117

Well, mixed results. Before adjusting the...

Well, mixed results.

Before adjusting the valves, I managed to bust the plastic pawls out of the original pull starter, so I had to procure another pull starter.

Got the valve cover off this...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
01-25-14, 01:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,073
Posted By GT117

Awesome write-up with supporting manuals. Much...

Awesome write-up with supporting manuals. Much obliged.
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
01-25-14, 11:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,073
Posted By GT117

Engine runs fine as always once it starts. No...

Engine runs fine as always once it starts. No hiccups, smoke, loss of power, sputter, or other anomalous behavior.
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
01-25-14, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,073
Posted By GT117

Briggs 13.5HP Intek Snow (Simplicity P1732 Snow Thrower)

Group,

Have a Briggs question here.

Briggs 13.5 HP (16.5 ftlbs torque) Intek Snow engine on a Simplicity P1732 snow thrower.

Four (4) years in service.

Engine and blower have run...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-05-13, 08:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

Final note. M144044 installed and tension set to...

Final note. M144044 installed and tension set to specification. Have a well functioning clutch. Good to go. Online dealer GFP took care of all related matters promptly. Good experience there.
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-04-13, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

You called it right Cheese. Wrong belt...

You called it right Cheese. Wrong belt specified on JD's parts index website.
Anybody with the LT180 should use the 144044 belt which is 91.5" versus the 147044 (current JD catalog spec) which is...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-03-13, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

I spent another morning under the LT180.. Studied...

I spent another morning under the LT180.. Studied the brake to traction idler bracket assembly.
I think you're spot on with the belt length. A longer belt would afford more rotation of the idler...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-03-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

JD's online parts library specifies an M147044...

JD's online parts library specifies an M147044 belt for the LT180 which is what I purchased.

Interestingly enough, the other sibling models LT150, LT160, and LT190 use the M144044 belt.

I...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-03-13, 05:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

The belt routing matches the original...

The belt routing matches the original configuration. In fact, the way the idlers are positioned around the chassis, there is only one viable routing solution. The machine test drives fine aside...
Forum: Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
11-02-13, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,540
Posted By GT117

Tuff Torq k46 hydro transaxle linkage - park brake adjust - Deere LT180 (2005)

Group,

I'm coming up short on info for a Deere LT180 (2005) regarding parking brake function and adjust.

After replacement of the traction belt I noted two issues;

1. slack (play) in the...
Forum: Water Softeners and Air Filtration Systems
11-08-12, 05:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,010
Posted By GT117

Operational Update 11/8/12 Unit is still in...

Operational Update 11/8/12

Unit is still in operation as of last post, with same configuration, and input water conditions.

Unit has metered 396,796 gallons to date.
Calculated minerals...
Forum: Water Softeners and Air Filtration Systems
10-24-11, 08:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,010
Posted By GT117

Operational Update 10-24-2011

Unit is still in operation as of last post, with same configuration, and input water conditions.

Unit has metered 317,444 gallons to date.
Calcuated minerals removed; 1,043 lbs. to date.

No...
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
11-18-10, 08:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,338
Posted By GT117

I did the rip out to subfloor. Old floor was...

I did the rip out to subfloor. Old floor was vinyl over 1/4" backer. Got it all cleaned out, all the staples removed. It was a clean surface when the dealer started.

Floor dealer put down the...
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
11-18-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,338
Posted By GT117

Joists are 2x10 on 16" centers. Sufloor appears...

Joists are 2x10 on 16" centers. Sufloor appears to be 3/4 or 7/8 ply.

Thanks for the input. I wasn't sure if my expectations were out of line. Hired a local floor company to do a small...
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
11-17-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,338
Posted By GT117

Floor flatness expectations

Question regarding ceramic tile job over subfloor with cement backer board (1/4").

The original subfloor is anything but flat. What should I expect from a professional perspective as far as...
Forum: >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
03-09-10, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,004
Posted By GT117

Front loaders

I tried a front loading Whrilpool once, but the first floor laundry framing couldn't take it. No kidding, the machine shook so violently on spin, you couldn't read the LED displays... it was a blur....
Forum: >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
03-09-10, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,004
Posted By GT117

Question Cabrio?

I meant to say Cabrio. Any good news on the Cabrio's?

:wall:
Forum: >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
03-08-10, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,004
Posted By GT117

Owner Feedback - Whirlpool Top Loaders "Calypso"

Group,

I wanted to get owner or servicer feedback on the modern Whirlpool top loaders (agitatorless) Calypso? models...

I've been considering these for their capacity and outside sturdy looks...
Forum: Plumbing and Piping
03-08-10, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 742
Posted By GT117

Question City water or Well water

Many questions;

Do you have city water or well water?

Do you have any filtration equipment; in-line water filters, water softner, etc...?

I would start the troubleshooting process whereever...
Forum: >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
03-03-10, 05:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,237
Posted By GT117

Neptune TL Woes

:D

Thanks guys. Sad part is it's only 5yrs old, which from reading many posts, I got a good run out of it. May had issues after a year or two.

It's simply insult to injury (criminal ??) that...
Forum: Pick-Up Trucks, Large Passenger and Cargo Vans, Campers, Trailers, RV's and Motor Homes
03-02-10, 06:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,443
Posted By GT117

Question EGR Valve on this?

I wasn't paying attention to the model year... I own a 99.

Does this have an EGR valve and is the vacuum actuator working? Might be stuck.
Forum: Pick-Up Trucks, Large Passenger and Cargo Vans, Campers, Trailers, RV's and Motor Homes
03-02-10, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,443
Posted By GT117

Lightbulb Check two things

1. Put an ohm meter on the throttle body throttle position sensor. Manually (slowly) rotate the butterfly. Check the TPS for dead spots.

2. Get a can of CRC Electrical Contact Cleaner (non...
Forum: >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
03-02-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,237
Posted By GT117

Lightbulb Maytag Neptune TL (top load washer bearings)

Group,

I've seen many posts regarding the Neptune's and am also looking for the bearing and seal kit for my top loader

FAV6800AWW

Most sources say you now have to buy the outer drum and...
Forum: Water Softeners and Air Filtration Systems
03-02-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,591
Posted By GT117

Ecr3500

I've had mine in service for over two years. Acquired with some stern haggling down to about $1800, which included a couple long prefilter housings. Did my own install and fixtured up my own...
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