Scotts Riding mower S1742 revived after non operated for 5 years... It is 20 years old,, 

I have the 1999 s1642 model still. My Dad got himself a Deere zero turn and gave me his Scotts 3 yrs ago and that thing still runs like it's brand new. The look is still in good condition and the seat is still perfect. There's just something special when you have a part of history with you that's been around the family for 22 yrs. I first sat on this mower when i was 13 yrs old. I'm now 35.

I have a S2554 from 1999 and still using it

Hi John's Ranch, I have almost identical mower,but my Scotts is a 46 inch,3 blade,and a 20hp. I would be so grateful brother if you could help me. My parking brake lever just got a flimsy one day and would not let me lock the left foot brake,so I could start mower without having to sit on it. I got up in there and the bar that slides to lock the foot brake doesn't go far enough over to lock or catch the left foot pedal. Upon further inspection I saw on the opposite side (under were gas and reverse are) there's a safety switch and it doesn't quite get pushed all the way when I have brake pedal depressed. Because now my mower won't start anymore. I put new magneto's on it,changed gaped plugs,replaced starter, and when I go to start it,the starter spins without engaging flywheel. I'd appreciate any feedback. God bless.

Good job👍💪💪 What’s the number for oil I can use it ?? I’m need to change the oil motor Thank you 🙏🏻

Bought the same mower today for $300 bucks well worth not pushing runs like a champ and not a spot of rust anywhere, the plastic grill is a little cracked any ideas where I can find some of the plastic parts?

Hi @John's Ranch -- I would love your input. I have the Scott's 1742S, I have made it a personal project to get this thing running. I am not handy like you but I am learning. I have a new battery, I have a new starter, new engine filter, new fuel filter and fuel line, and new tires. I am still having trouble getting this thing started. It clicks but it won't turn over. Battery is brand new and jumped, and starter is also brand new. Thinking since starter is new I either burnt it up, or the solenoid is bad. Or maybe ignition. Do you have ideas on if its the ignition switch, solenoid, and where I could buy these parts to replace? any advice for replacing them? I can't find the solenoid. Thank you so much for your help.

I have the same mower s1742.. I bent the engine pulley. I can't fine that part used for the life of me. Help if you could please let me know.