Sodaking27 1,265 #1 Posted May 8 Wasn’t really sure what I would end up with on this 125.00 314H and 48” Blade. First was a good scrubbing after installing a temporary spindle and front tires. Then some fresh gas and battery. With fingers crossed and a few shots of carb cleaner it came to life. Motor sounds good and the hydro seems strong. Next up will be new filters, fluids, belt, spark plug. Still need to find the correct right front spindle. I’m a happy camper with this one. 5 13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sqrlgtr 3,160 #2 Posted May 8 32 minutes ago, Sodaking27 said: Motor sounds good and the hydro seems strong. oh what a feeling.... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 9,930 #3 Posted May 8 @ sodaking , very nice , strong suggestion , in the recovery phase , been adding 4 oz of rislone , zddp zinc concentrate to my 2 qts of engine oil , also valvoline oil has a very high cleaning rating , the instant an engine gets to heat phase , the varnish starts to break down , piston ring glands , valve stems , and any smoking or related neglect . doing this for years , also like to run in an engine on a seperate gallon of heavily treated fuel , drop carb bowl , clean out , ad a filter just before carb and just after leaving tank , tank should also be , cleaned out , drop the tank bottom valve , new lines , also immediately start a paint recovery with a penetrating oil spray down , sit for days / longer , wipe down with clean mineral oiled cloth , no scratch pads , save the patina , brought back a number of them , seats are easy , stay in touch , pete 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 6,765 #4 Posted May 9 Don. That is a great worker. Nice job on the cleanup. With 14 hp you can do a lot of work. It. I say just enjoy it. Keep it clean around the engine work it every day that you can. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 9,930 #5 Posted May 9 @Sodaking27 agree with @Retired Wrencher , on working that as often as you can , related to that ? REPEDITIVE PROBLEM / ISSUE ? love those , get a comfortable looking , seating position , go after EVERY STAGE OF INTENSION , sloppy , tight , binding , erratic , live for that , you are looking at what does not work , penetrating oil , washers , tye wraps , very often just a little tweak , shows' you the way , build off of that , any gain will enhance your intension , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
