What you need to know about John Deere Ztrak Commercial Mowers

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As a former John Deere mechanic I show you the common issues with the John Deere Commercial Z Track mowers.
I give some tips to prevent and solve issues. Also, advice on how to get your repairs done cheaper and faster if you need to take your mower in for repairs.
Also check out a recent video I made for how to find any John Deere part plus other helpful information about John Deere Ztracks and al other John Deere equipment.
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@Mechanical_Mind 2 месяца назад

To find tools, shop equipment, mower parts and more, you can find them at my store. Click this link: www.amazon.com/shop/mechanicalmind I'll get a commission on the sale at no extra cost to you. It's a great way to help the channel and get the items you need.

@porkyfedwell Месяц назад

Do you have the coil (spark) tester in your store?

@blackhorse2947 Год назад

In todays world it’s very rewarding to meet or view learning videos from someone that has both honestly and integrity……. Thank you

@Mechanical_Mind 11 месяцев назад

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

@skeeter_bait5350 Год назад

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I’m purchasing one of these units for the first time and have zero experience with operating or maintaining one. Your narration and explanations are excellent!

@jims3650 Год назад

This is a great video. Very informative, I have a 930M and you have taught me some things I need to know. Thanks Sir!

@KLLanning1 9 месяцев назад

EXCELLENT VIDEO, don’t think I’ve ever viewed any more informative Thank you!

@porkyfedwell Месяц назад

I just bought one of these, new, for my lawn. 72”. I will really benefit from the advice given here!

@johnharrison1429 10 месяцев назад

Wow, this video was a great help as I’m looking to buy a used Z 900 series. Now I know what to look for when evaluating a used machine. Thank you!!!

@OmarAcoustic Год назад

Hey man, I don’t think I have ever commented on a RU-vid video before. I just want to say THANK YOU. I had scheduled my Z730M with 50 hours to be taken to the shop because the steering wasn’t working well. This video was randomly on my feed and I’m glad I decided to watch it. You suggested checking the tension rods and I found that the engine drive belt had come a little lose because the tension rod moved from one side to the other. I put it back where it needed to go and problem solved! I cancelled my appointment with the dealer. I appreciate you!

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks Omar! Is it still in warranty? If its stillnin warranty Id recommend to take it in to a John Deere dealership and they will do anything and everything they can find that they can justifiably do under warranty at no cost to you. Thanks for subscribing. Im going to have more coming soon realted to your mower.

@ianpoznik3605 Год назад

+1 on the 730M content

@bertgrau3934 22 дня назад

One thing I've found is the idler pulleys and spindle bearings can be replaced. The idler pulleys, drill out the pop rivets replace the bearing and use bolts and nuts to hold together. That way, if the bearing goes bad much cheaper to replace the bearings. Same with the spindle, the bearings are fairly easy to change, much cheaper than an entire spindle.

@alabamathrifter365 Год назад

Great job on your video!!! Best video I have seen about the John Deere Zero Turns period. I had a Z510A for my first zero turn and purchased a Z915E with 60 inch deck last year. Thank you very much for all the info you put into this video, it is very much appreciated!!! This will certainly help a lot of folks. Just subbed to your channel. Keep up the good work.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks for the kind words! The Z915E is a great mower even for commercial landscapers. Just somethings are going to eventually wear out. Its cool these videos are helping people out. I'll more soon. Thanks for subscribing! 🍻

@rexroman5211 Год назад

Really appreciate your honesty and great knowledge!

@troyboeck5158 3 месяца назад

Outstanding. Lot of tips I learned from this. I just bought an older 997. I’ll be referring to this a few more times

@Rammer_Jammer 2 года назад

Thank you so much for these videos!! These are tough times & videos like this save me money 👍🏻

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Happy to help. I'll be posting more soon. These comments motivate me make more vidoes. Thank you!

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@leonardo migot you missed the entire point dude. Learn at least 1st grade grammar before talking about what someone else learned in school. 🤣

@Rein_Ciarfella 2 месяца назад

I’ve recently become interested in ZT mowers as one of the most profitable OPE to flip. I agree with every other commenter that this is an excellent video, and would add that I suspect much of what you covered probably applies to all zero turns. As for JD equipment in general, I just finished working on my very first, a 2006 130 Automatic lawn tractor and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at both the design and build quality. A very well thought out and constructed piece of equipment.

@mikespain8655 Год назад

Because these are air cooled engines, you forgot an important part. The service manuals say to remove engine shroud once a year a check engine and cooling fins for dirt, oil, grass, and debris, and clean as necessary. Some of the engines that come in are packed with debris under the engine shroud. Occasionally, they overheat as a result, and push the valve guides, bend push rods, blow head gaskets, etc. Very important to check!

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Mike this video was already 40 mins long! 🤣 That is a good point. I think I did mention that in the part 2 video but I could be wrong.

@danielrosales5968 Год назад

Very thorough and in depth video. I’m currently researching to buy a new z730m. I really appreciate speaking with the truth and sharing realistic scenarios that are very useful. Thank you.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks Daniel!

@RonBeitzel Год назад

Excellent video! Just bought used unit. Very helpful!

@josetapaia3945 Год назад

Very good video. I am glad you made it. Thank you for sharing it!

@imperialfleet 2 года назад

Fantastic and thorough video. I truly appreciate it.

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thank you! I plan to post more about the common issues and how to fix them. Overall these are really good machines.

@imperialfleet 2 года назад

@@Mechanical_Mind I love my z970r, the capability of it is pretty amazing. I'll be watching for any new JD vids you make.

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

@@imperialfleet Thanks for subscribing. Let me know if you ever have any questions. Most of the work I do is on the commercial JD mowers.

@regconrad7783 2 года назад

Best video ever made on Deere Thanks a lot 👍

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thanks Reg! I'll make more videos like this soon. I love seeing that the videos are helping people. If you or anyone else have questions or video recommendations please let me know. Thanks again!

@06jj28 Год назад

Thanks for the information the best ztrac vid on RU-vid. I have a 930M with 1875hrs my deck belt is vibrating. I think it’s my extension spring and bad idler pulley.

@orlandosantiago4395 2 года назад

Job well done in how to explain everything in detail. Will save me money and time and in the future what to do regarding my z950m thanks and God bless

@richardward7062 Год назад

Thanks for your information very helpful information 👍

@ToddIngle 2 года назад

Great video. Lots of helpful tips. I bought a used Z920M with a blown engine and rehabbed it. Your tips and things to look out for will be very helpful.

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thanks for the comment. If you ever have any questions I'll do my best to answer them. Thanks!

@thistlehillfarmstead9131 2 года назад

@@Mechanical_Mind Thanks. I just replaced the bearings in the deck belt tensioner arm. It was a pain to get the old bearings out. Maybe there is a trick, but I finally get them out with brut force... and a welder. If you don't mind I'd like to include a link to your "What you need to know..." video in the description of my video of replacing these bearings.

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

@@thistlehillfarmstead9131 Yes absolutely. Id appericate that. I do those very often. Usually the outter race of the bearings are the tricky part to knock out. I made some simple modifications to a regular punch to knock out the races fast and easy. I will make a video showing it next time I do it. Thanks again!

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@leonardo migot I was doing that to demonstrate the diagnostic code lights genius.

@silvergrizzly316 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind 🤣👍👍

@mitchcohn1800 Год назад

Great information 👍

@cliffmongene3374 7 месяцев назад

thank you for all good information great video as I'm getting ready to buy a new zero turn 950r rear discharge mower

@rochellebarnett8967 2 месяца назад

Love this video and thank you for the tips keep doing what you do

@dawnmiddleton9157 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for the video thinking about buying a zero turn used 16 years old for $3000. Thank you very much again never own zero turn the one I’m looking at is a John Deere. Haven’t got it yet. But thanks again for the video Steve. Hey Siri.

@jeffsweeney9112 Год назад

Very informative and well done, a lot of info, thanks

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks Jeff! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🍻

@jerrymullins4962 2 года назад

Great video I own a z 930 m those tips will be helpful

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thanks Jerry. If you ever have any issues feel free to ask and I'll try to help

@reynaldogarza2579 6 месяцев назад

Great video. Thank you!

@FarmerJim 2 года назад

Great video. Than you so much. I wish I had watched it before I bought my 737. Thank you!

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thanks Turo! If you have any questions I'll do my best to help. Commercial mowers repairs are a huge part of my job. We've seen all kinds of unusual issues them

@johnpolishak5646 Год назад

Great informative video.

@Irjdunn1 Год назад

Great video. I have a z950m and it loses power when I engage the PTO and start cutting wet grass. It almost bogs down. Maybe I need to look at the spark plugs and make sure I’m not missing on one cylinder. I have a few areas to check. I know I’ve been monitoring the dip stick wrong now and I also need to check those codes. About 20 hours new on it so far. Thanks for the video. Great stuff.

@benscrwbiutb9800 Год назад

Excellent video, should save me some money

@michaelmyrick3525 Год назад

Great video

@110americalovingpatriot2 2 года назад

Thanks for the very informative video, I have a Z720A it's built like a tank, what a great mower👍🏻the only problem I've had is it leaks hydrostatic fluid.

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

Thank you so much! These comments motivate me to make more videos about the repairs I do daily. Hydro leaks can be hard to find the source of. The trick is to get everything completely clean and dry. Run it and immediately inspect for the oil leak location. The most common leak on those is from the axle shaft seal. Next the top drive pulley seal.

@110americalovingpatriot2 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind thanks for replying, and thanks for the tip on finding the oil leak. I will let you know when I figure out where the oil is coming from.

@pyroman49wedd86 2 года назад

Yes have you made a video about ztrak Residential mowers . I have a z530 R I just bought 60 inch

@MemoriesRR Год назад

Outstanding.👍😀

@ForrestGump1212 Год назад

I always clean my mower off after mowing with my leaf blower. Too many lazy people theses days that don't give a crap about keeping their lawn equipment cleaned and looking nice.

@frankmorales6295 4 месяца назад

Great video! Any idea how to fix a bumper sensor code 6006 on a Z950R?

@rosevalenzisi840 Год назад

You have been really Helpful. Thankyou so much. Could you do one on tractor 1025R video please. Cheers

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks Rose. I plan to go over the 1025R soon also. Thanks for watching!

@jinkulee 2 года назад

Thanks

@drakemia4079 9 месяцев назад

Great job thank you.

@Mechanical_Mind 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching

@richardhill2684 Год назад

Well done excellent video. I have to replace the oil sump gasket on my z445 with B&S engine. I am having some difficulty getting the PTO clutch off. But I have lubed it up with WD40 and letting it sit. I have read that 27 hp B&S engines had this common problem. I have bought the new gasket kit for it. Do you have a video of removing the PTO clutch?

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hi Richard. Sorry for the delayed replay. I just saw your comment. Im not sure why I get notified about some comments but not others. Did you get the clutch off? The first thing I try is tightening and loosing the clutch bolt with my impact a few times. Next I try tapping it with a hammer. Some models have a hole in the frame where I can use a punch or bolt to help tap on it in the downward direction. Next is a puller. If you dont have a puller you can remove the engine mount bolts and use a jack to push the crankshaft up using a socket to push the crankshaft but not the clutch. That is inly for extreme cases and extreme care and caution must be used.

@bluecollardadventures2338 Год назад

I just picked up an 80s model 757 - i know its got a bad oil leak but seems to work and run as is right now. I will probably have some questions for you later!!

@ViperViper6 11 месяцев назад

Super helpful and honest video. I love when you get fired up on customers bringing in dirty equipment to work on "no mercy!" I would love if you can show correct grease to use and correct procedure for these machines... sounds simple but how many pumps is enough? I keep pumping but I don't see it forcing the old grease out somewhere like I'm expecting similar to wheel bearings etc.

@Mechanical_Mind 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! Any general purpose grease is fine. On the 900 Ztraks Id recommend greasing the spindles about every 10 hours of use. About 10 pumps with a full size grease gun. I normally try to sense when I feel a little bit of resistance then stop. You dont want to blow the seals out of the housing

@jamesreardon8585 2 года назад

Thanks!!!

@FishFind3000 Год назад

If you turn the key 3 times fast to the on position the unit does a switch self test. No switch should be closed. Parking brake off and ass not in seat. The wrench light should flash 1-1. This way you can test each switch one by one if you have an issue.

@amadooo8636 3 месяца назад

great video! i have a z920m and the pto stops working after a couple minutes of have it turned on. motors runs fine no problem. if i turn it off and back on it’ll engage again but do the same problem. and every-time it happens the wrench light comes on. advice would be much appreciated!

@Mechanical_Mind 3 месяца назад

Watch these two videos ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-l00Z1556xw4.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-92O3-Vzj4fo.html

@Mechanical_Mind 2 месяца назад

From changing blades, to tires, to deck repairs, Id highly recommend getting a high quality impact. Ive been using 20 volt Dewalt impacts and drills since 2011! They just keep working! Check out the ones I use here amzn.to/49NwEfk

@paulthompson1654 Год назад

Do the J Deere use alloy case ball bearing spindles . Toro Grounds Master diesel use fabricated steel spindles with tapered roller bearings with crush tube thats machined to bearing drag 12 inlbs .

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

They most common spindles have an aluminum housing with ball bearings. The newer model spindles have a steel housing with similar bearings. The bearings are cheap. Here is a video I made showing how to rebuild the spindles ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-StOx-eSEcGg.html

@homerfantastic Год назад

I'm a new owner of a 930M, this video has taught me a lot, thank you. 1 question, I cannot get my seat to open forward to see the battery and hydraulic fluid level. I assume you just pull the lever in the back but it won't pull far enough to unhook from the hooks. Any ideas or am I missing something. Thanks again

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hi Neptune Trace, Maybe the springs are in a bind... Here is a quick video I made for you to show you a better angle. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_GPCx_cg4QA.html Thanks for subscribing!

@user-jp3nm9pp1u 9 месяцев назад

good video thank

@brandonsmith8548 Год назад

I have z820a ridiculous that can't find one video on where the tension spring goes. Mine won't go on the right like every darn JD mower shows.

@vinceallen9687 Год назад

Great video! My Z930M has a flashing red oil pressure light but no service codes. Any ideas?? Thanks! Has about 400 hours

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

If its flashing while running check your oil level. If your oil is level is good then the sensor might be faulty.

@jamesreardon8585 2 года назад

rent the spindle bearings all sealed bearings, that's what i found on my Z910A

@Lineituplawncare Год назад

I’ve got a backfire/misfire that comes and goes through the day mowing, it runs great 90% of the time then it’ll backfire and run on one cylinder for no more than a min then pop and goes back to running normal. Would you think that’s a coil ?

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hi Chase, its very possible its a coil and sometimes they hard to confirm. Check out this recent video and watch the very end to see what I mean. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nZ81M94_RU8.html. It could also be a carburetor issue or vaccum leak around the carb. To check for a vaccum leak spray carb cleaner around the carb and intake gaskets while its running. If it starts running different while sparying in a specific spot that is where the leak is. Also check the conditon of your spark plugs.

@SCuttingEdgeLawnService Год назад

Thank you. I have a 1-2 code so is the break not engage but my is the one with the paddle so what do I need to do? tied the cables more??

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hey Scutting Edge. What model mower is it? Im not sure what you mean by "the one with the paddle"

@SCuttingEdgeLawnService Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind is the z910A John Deere zero turn. It won’t crank up and is showing the code 1-2 so is the brakes not in gage ? What do I need to do?

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@SCuttingEdgeLawnService Im assuming the engine is not spinning or turning over at all. First check the battery and confirm is fully charged. 2nd check the 20amp fuse normally located newr the starter. If the fuse is good, test the starter. Take a test light and check to see if your getting power to the purple wire going to the flat terminal on the starter solenoid OR test the starter by bypassing the solenoid with a screw driver. Touch the terminal that has the big red wire to the flat terminal that the purple wire goes to. Have the key in the "start" position while doing this. If the starter works then its most likely your e- brake switch. Bypass it to confirm. I have made other videos showing this. If the starter does not work when bylassimg the solenoid then you have a bad starter.

@SCuttingEdgeLawnService Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind ok I will do that. thank your so much.

@tombouie 9 месяцев назад

Thks

@andybub45 Год назад

What do you think about John Deere’s lower end zero turns (Z5, Z7, etc.)? The commercial ones like this look pretty solid but especially on the Z5 I think they aren’t as durable as other manufacturers similarly priced units.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hi Andrew, they are all junk in my opinion. You could not give me a Z3, or a Z5. Honestly I have not seen a new Z7 recently so I cant give an honest opinion on those. Id buy a used Z900 series instead. After watching this video you should know now what to look out for when buying a used. Dont buy any EFI models anything any brand. Subscribe because I have more videos Im about to edit and post. Just been super busy and shooting videos. Nice GX460 BTW. I love my 03 4Runner V8 4wd

@andybub45 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind haha yeah that’s sort of what I was thinking, they don’t look as high quality as other manufacturers residential zero turns. Z9s look solid. And thanks about the GX, I love it. 4Runner V8s are great trucks, will last a lifetime. I’ll be subscribing!

@ianpoznik3605 Год назад

A bit of a noob question, but how can you tell if the spindles are taking grease, and can you over grease it? I didn't see it coming out any where. Great videos, thanks!

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hey Ian, with a mauanl pump grease gun you can feel the resistance on the pump lever increase when the housing is full. Try not to apply too much where it comes out of the seals. I normally just do about 12 pumps with a large grease gun. If you hear it coming out stop pumping.

@steveperchinsky5833 Год назад

why is my 997r heating up and shutting the blades down and beeping

@morejelloplease Год назад

i made a video looking at a new deer ztrak recently. it looked nice, but i never drove it. went back a few days later to talk to a salesman and the manager came up and said i was a troublemaker. turns out he used to work at the dealer up the road that sold me a scag that was put together piss-poorly. i had so many issues with 3 brand new scags i reached out the dealer and scag and they ghosted me, so then i started making videos. I guess they saw my videos LOL. needless to say i walked out of the john deer dealership and will never step foot in another one.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

I'll check out your videos. Dealeships are independently owned and can vary drastically depending on management and staff. I wouldn't write off a manufacturer because of a crappy dealership. Instead go to their main competition which will be the nearest dealership selling the same brand but with different owners. Tell them about your experience at the other dealeship and they will know the person that can take action to correct the corrupt dealership.

@morejelloplease Год назад

After that weird experience I'll never step foot in any John Deere dealership. The guy that bought my scag last week said he has a new deer and he's having problems with his machine and the dealer which is a different dealer. That's enough right there to make me scratch them off the list completely. I've had enough issues with Scag and their dealers, I don't need a repeat of that.

@larrymartin720 Год назад

I have z930m two lights on hour meter blink when key is off. Do you know what can cause it

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

They do it when the key is OFF?? If so your key switch is bad and you need to disconnect your battery asap. Disconnect the negative post first.

@greenmagiclandscapellc1197 Год назад

Thanks for the great informational video. I have a z920m that was cutting fine and all of a sudden it started loosing power and putting. I shut it down and it wouldn't crank again until later that evening, now it turns and catches but putts and with a little smoke then shuts off, I've changed everything except the fuel pump and carb ( plugs, air filter, fuel filter) I don't know which way to go next.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

It sounds like a fuel issue. First Id check the fuel pump is working. Remove the hose going from the pump to the carb. Turn the engine over with key and starter. Fuel should be coming out of the pump when the engine is turning over. If no gas change the fuel pump but first comfrim there is no kinked or clogged fuel line going to the carb. If there is gas coming out of the fuel pump then confrim that the fuel shutoff solenoid on the carb is working. When the key/ ignition is turned on you should hear a slight click by the carb or you can feel it click with your hand. Its the thing that has two wires going to the bottom of the carb. If have other videos covering these things on other mower but basically the same thing on your mower.

@greenmagiclandscapellc1197 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind ok will do thanks again for the help I'll keep you updated once I get the parts checked and replaced if needed.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Also check the tank is venting. There is a smaller line coming out of your fuel tank. Make sure air can be blown through that line.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@greenmagiclandscapellc1197 let me know what you find. I'll help out if I can

@growlith6969 Месяц назад

Can you cover the deck height adjuster problem?

@Mechanical_Mind Месяц назад

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@hannahschad6642 11 месяцев назад

Do you know anything about the wiring on the z915e? We are replacing the motor but can’t figure out the wiring.

@Mechanical_Mind 11 месяцев назад

Like the back of my hand. Remove and reinstall engines on them frequently

@TravE85 2 месяца назад

I know you said grease spindals daily, a lot of books say service vut do not give exact amount to grease, what is the exact amount of pumps of grease per spindal to not damage if you do grease it every use

@Mechanical_Mind 2 месяца назад

About 3 or 4 pumps per 10 hours per day or about 12 - 20 pumps per 40 hours is what I do. I like to use a hand pump style grease gun so I can feel for sudden increased resistance. If so, I stop.

@waynebehm7853 Год назад

Great video. Very well done. Can you offer any help with a Z740R fuel pick up issue? Apparently have some debris in pick line and not sure how to get to it. Thanks

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Thanks Wayne. Id use compressed air but use caution not to use too much pressure. It you dont have an air compressor you might have to remove the line completely then use a water hose with a high pressure nozzel. Then obviously remove all the water before reinstalling. WD40 works well in helping remove the lines and clamps etc. Plus it displaces water and will not damage rubber or plastic. (Fun fact the WD stands for water displacement)

@waynebehm7853 Год назад

@Mechanical Mind I have used an air compressor which helps but only until more debris gets into pick up tube. I would like to remove pick up tube and maybe modify by adding a pick filter on the end. My problem is I cannot figure out how to remove the pick up tube. Kind of a weird cap/connector were it enters tank. Dealer supposedly pulled entire tank out last year and obviously did not get all debris out of tank. I had taken it in thinking Issue may have been the duel pump. I did not want to go beyond changing fuel filter at the the as mower is still under warranty. I ended up having to pay them for tank removal, reinstall and supposed cleaning of tank and lines. Not a cheap venture. Do you know more about possible pick up tube removal as mentioned above? Thanks Again your videos are really well done.

@waynebehm7853 Год назад

@Mechanical Mind I really want to remove pick up line completely but cannot figure out how to remove it. Thanks

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@waynebehm7853 Im not familiar with the Z700s but if the pick up tube is similar to the 900s I have to use 3 small screw drivers at the same time to carefully pry back the clips that snap and lock down on the tank connection. The z900s have a metal screen filter in the end of the pick up tube. Not sure if yours does or not. If you send me your mowers PIN number I can look up and see how its made. Id also check the gas cap to make sure its seal or o-ring is still there. That is a very common way dirt gets into these fuel tanks.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@waynebehm7853 We use pump extractors to suck out oil and gas and dirt from fuel tanks. They cost about $150. That would be an easy way to clean out the tank.

@philliphall5198 Год назад

No one check oil anymore And it’s why so many engines go out all the time Money in the bank for dealership and mechanics

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

I see more mowers come in with low vs mowers with the oil in the operating range.

@pyroman49wedd86 2 года назад

I thought John Deere des not recommend using water to clean mower .. to keep rust away etc. also do you recommend keeping receipts to prove your doing proper maintenance on machine . Since it’s under warranty

@Mechanical_Mind 2 года назад

I recommend keeping everything as clean as possible. Keep water out of the ignition switch and dont blast electrical connections. If you get water in electrical connections use WD40 to get the water out. WD stands for "water displacement". Its safe for electrical connections and will not hurt anything on the mower, not even the paint. If you have compressed air that will help but wd40 is better to displace water. You can even spray it in your starter motor and Id recommend doing that occasionally to keep the inside clean and lubricated.

@dansingleton440 Год назад

I have a 8:40a with auto deck lift it'll raise halfway up but then you have to assist it all the way up to change deck heights what would cause that

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

First Id clean lubricate and closely inspect all the linkages. It might just be getting into a bind somewhere. I have had to change out the actuator on those but its kinda rare.

@dansingleton440 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind mine's an 08 model are those spring assisted

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Im not familiar with your specific model but on the current Z900s there is a coil spring under the seat on the left side of the battery that is an assist spring to help reduce the force you need to push the lift pedal to lift the deck

@matthewhernandez5640 Год назад

Have a copy of 2007 Z425 Service/Technical manual by chance?

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hey Matthew, you can find that info on Deere.com. Check out my recent video on how to use it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9JgYcXJhQvM.html Not only can you find all the parts for your mower but also diagrams and service intervals. Then service internals will be at the bottom of the parts list under 'Documents'

@06jj28 Год назад

I got a quick question my new deck belt on my 930m vibrates bad I replaced the big idler pulley. My spindles seem to be fine with no play. My new extension spring seems to be to long my old one was adjustable. I’m not sure what the problem is. Thanks

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Have you checked the tensioner arm bearings?

@Gsxrtrix Год назад

I have a brand new scag walk behind 52. Does the same thing it seems. It vibrates differently at different motor speeds. Has so be a balance issue/belt/pulley tolerance but hate to start playing with it. Just kind of accept it for now but interesting that you’re experiencing the same.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@Gsxrtrix Take the deck belt loose and spin each spindle and pulley to check if any have bad bearings. Check to see is any of the blades can be wobbled up and down. Check to see if an of the tensioner arm can be moved up and down. Also you may have unbalanced bladeds.

@Gsxrtrix Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind Will do! I appreciate the response and help!!! 🙏🏼 It’s brand new with 1.7 hours on it. Just feels a tad off. Apparently they did a pre delivery check but sloppy can happen.

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

@@Gsxrtrix Yeah its common for us to see and need to correct mistakes on brand new units. Lose bolts, improperly ran hoses etc

@mikeadler434 11 месяцев назад

👍👍

@brian_2040 Год назад

I'd like to hear why you left the dealership. See if we have something in common.

@bertgrau3934 22 дня назад

I think he said to start his own shop

@timOSullivan-wo5tu Год назад

any idea how to replace a 997 deck belt ?

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Its a harder process. If I remember correctly you need loosen up that pulley on the right side of deck and slip the belt under that pulley. I dont have a video on it yet. Im not even sure if we have a 997 at the dealership right now.

@timOSullivan-wo5tu Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind . yes thanks thats what was thinking!

@buckyadkins6445 Год назад

How do you change the cooling fan on a z425

@Mechanical_Mind Год назад

Hey Bucky, to change the fans on top of the hyrdos you practically have to drop the hydros down to point of nearly removing it. If your talking about the engine fan that is a much easier job. But you have to remove all the engine's shrouding to do it.

@buckyadkins6445 Год назад

@@Mechanical_Mind thank you for the help