I just restored my old Snapper, exact same as that, only mine has electric start. It was parked and stored almost 30 years ago. Awesome old machines! (BTW, it runs and cuts like a champ!)
That's a very nice machine! I acquired a 2002 Sears LUV, a few years ago, and fixed it up. I have to say, from pushing a mower for 30 years, to riding this thing around the grass, is Pure-D-Fun!
Unfortunately it was too big for my yard and I sold it last year. Thanks for watching. I am looking for an even smaller riding mower. Maybe any electric one?
Back in 1980, when I was just 17 years old, I had the opportunity to use one of those cool riding lawn mowers from 1979. It was brand new, and I was working for the county at the time. My task was to cut the grass at a migrant camp that had over 70 homes. I was able to finish the job in just a few hours, which was pretty impressive. What made it even more enjoyable was the fact that the people from the camp would gather around in lawn chairs just to watch me operate the mower. They would come home after a long, hard day of labor in the fields and look at me with a sense of amusement. They would jokingly comment, saying things like, "You've got it made with that job." Essentially, they were comparing my relatively easy task to their physically demanding and exhausting work in the fields.
These low tech Snapper riders were real common when I was a kid. I've since taken a looked at some and they were definitely not cheaply built, they used good quality parts. To sharpen/take off the blade, you simply put the mower on its back. Nowadays the riders have gotten so ridiculous big.
I really enjoyed this mower while I had it. Unfortunately my yard is just too darn small for a riding mower of the size. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.
I have some scooter videos to do and I am going to get back to this project. I think I am going to mount the receiver hitch to the front to push my camper around.
I wonder why they mounted the engine that way? Seems like if it was swapped 180 then they wouldn't have needed that big exhaust pipe(which should be chrome). The air filter and carb would have been easier to service as well.
I am sorry for the late reply. I sold this one last year and never had to mess with the carb. I think it was a common engine and if you can match the mounts and port sizes you should be able to find something online. Thanks for watching.
8 HP Briggs & Stratton model 190702 engine. May I ask what the date code is on the engine, please? Example: 79110111, where: 79 - calendar year (1979) 11 - calendar month (November) 01 - calendar month day (1) 11 - built at Wauwatosa Assembly on line 1, shift 2
@@JamitinThereRepair April 5, 1983 is the date of manufacture. The engine would be a model 190702, type 2043-01, with the Magnetron solid-state electronic ignition. The title says 1979, which might refer to when this riding mower was originally purchased. The engine currently on it was installed in 1983.
@@JamitinThereRepair I have 3 Acres so I needed something bigger I have the craftsman T240 Kohler KT725 22 horsepower 725cc V Twin Engine it's built like a brick house and does a incredible job
I just restored my old Snapper, exact same as that, only mine has electric start. It was parked and stored almost 30 years ago. Awesome old machines! (BTW, it runs and cuts like a champ!)
I wish I had a larger yart to be able to use it in. Thanks for watching.
That's a very nice machine! I acquired a 2002 Sears LUV, a few years ago, and fixed it up. I have to say, from pushing a mower for 30 years, to riding this thing around the grass, is Pure-D-Fun!
Unfortunately it was too big for my yard and I sold it last year. Thanks for watching. I am looking for an even smaller riding mower. Maybe any electric one?
Back in 1980, when I was just 17 years old, I had the opportunity to use one of those cool riding lawn mowers from 1979. It was brand new, and I was working for the county at the time. My task was to cut the grass at a migrant camp that had over 70 homes. I was able to finish the job in just a few hours, which was pretty impressive.
What made it even more enjoyable was the fact that the people from the camp would gather around in lawn chairs just to watch me operate the mower. They would come home after a long, hard day of labor in the fields and look at me with a sense of amusement. They would jokingly comment, saying things like, "You've got it made with that job." Essentially, they were comparing my relatively easy task to their physically demanding and exhausting work in the fields.
My first job was at a home owners asso grounds crew. Riding lawn mowers. Good times! Thanks for watching.
I love these old Snappers! 👍
Yes I wish I could have kept her. Thanks for watching
These low tech Snapper riders were real common when I was a kid. I've since taken a looked at some and they were definitely not cheaply built, they used good quality parts. To sharpen/take off the blade, you simply put the mower on its back. Nowadays the riders have gotten so ridiculous big.
I really enjoyed this mower while I had it. Unfortunately my yard is just too darn small for a riding mower of the size. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.
Hey... I recognize that mower! I wish you the best of luck with it!
I have some scooter videos to do and I am going to get back to this project. I think I am going to mount the receiver hitch to the front to push my camper around.
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DON'T CARE WHAT ANYONE SAYS, YES, THEY WERE A BIT SLOW BUT THEY DID AN AMAZING JOB CUTTING GRASS.
I loved this Snapper. My yard is just too small to use it on. I sild it this summer. Sad to see it go.
Thanks for watching.
I've got the same model..runs great. But now the shaft that the rope pulley sits on wi not spin backwards for the rope to recoil. What's wrong
That is what happened on this mower. Check out this video.
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I wonder why they mounted the engine that way? Seems like if it was swapped 180 then they wouldn't have needed that big exhaust pipe(which should be chrome). The air filter and carb would have been easier to service as well.
I did not notice that. Hummmm I don't know? Chrome Huh. I think I am going to mount the receiver hitch to the front to push my camper around.
They mounted them that way so you could stand them up to store them. Oil runs out if they are mounted the other way.
@@bryco32 Thanks, I should have figured that out on my own.
That explains the poles on the back. It also solves the storage problem. Thanks.
I couldn't find carb replacement on eBay, 28084, any suggestions? thanks
I am sorry for the late reply. I sold this one last year and never had to mess with the carb. I think it was a common engine and if you can match the mounts and port sizes you should be able to find something online. Thanks for watching.
8 HP Briggs & Stratton model 190702 engine.
May I ask what the date code is on the engine, please?
Example: 79110111, where:
79 - calendar year (1979)
11 - calendar month (November)
01 - calendar month day (1)
11 - built at Wauwatosa Assembly on line 1, shift 2
83040512 Why?
@@JamitinThereRepair
April 5, 1983 is the date of manufacture. The engine would be a model 190702, type 2043-01, with the Magnetron solid-state electronic ignition.
The title says 1979, which might refer to when this riding mower was originally purchased. The engine currently on it was installed in 1983.
I thought it was a 1979 model. It must have had it's engine swapped at some point. Thanks for the information.
@@JamitinThereRepair You're welcome.
I own a 11hp briggs and stratton snapper I've restored 1 month ago 85041511! I got the before and after pic's also runs great!!
See one for free on Facebook. But I didn't have anything to bring it. Didn't ring thou
You can always tie it to the roof. How dedicated are you? Jk Thanks for watching and keep an eye out for a little trailer.
You need a ramp
Yes I bought some after I made this video.
Thanks for watching.
My Tractor weighs 620 pounds I wouldn't be able to do that
That is why I got this mower. Easy to move and store. Thanks for watching.
@@JamitinThereRepair I have 3 Acres so I needed something bigger I have the craftsman T240 Kohler KT725 22 horsepower 725cc V Twin Engine it's built like a brick house and does a incredible job
Those snappers weigh right around 300