FREE Cub Cadet Zero Turn Lawn Mower Will it Run? RZT-50

I got this mower from a guy who was going to throw it out because he hadn't used it in a few years and could not get it started. Once I loaded it onto my trailer and got it home I realized it was missing a few parts, but it was free so I'm not complaining. The missing parts were easily located on eBay and purchased. Unfortunately, the crankshaft seal was leaking pretty bad so I removed the engine to replace it. Engine removal is easy and can be done in about 20 minutes. The seal was replaced and the engine was reinstalled. An Amazon carburetor replaced the original which had freeze damage from it sitting outside with no air filter cover allowing water to enter the carburetor. After replacing the missing and damaged parts the mower ran great.

[@nickjohnson2509]

Excellent work

[@SeaDooEric]

Many thanks

[@davidthrash6096]

Did it also have bent push rods

[@SeaDooEric]

Nope!! It's been running great and cutting lots of grass

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

How did this happen to be a freebie?

[@SeaDooEric]

The owner was throwing it out because he hadn't used it in years and now it wouldn't start