REVIVING A BROKE DOWN ZERO TURN MOWER FOR FREE

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
  • #mechanic #repair #lawnmower
    I picked up a Husqvarna zero turn a few weeks ago that would not start or even turn over with the key. Lets take a look at what needs to be repaired on this lawnmower and get it back running good again.

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  • @crisprtalk6963
    @crisprtalk6963 9 місяців тому +16

    I can't get over how good this engine sounds.

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +2

      Right!! Incredibly smooth and feels strong. Thanks for stopping by 😎

    • @garymeador6750
      @garymeador6750 7 місяців тому +1

      Those Kawasaki's are a great engine!

  • @67enfield
    @67enfield 9 місяців тому +4

    You were due an easy one. Thanks again Alex for anther great video. I love the way you detail the equipment after you fix them you even shine up the tires! A good job done well.

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you very much!!! I try hard to get them looking the best I can after getting them fixed up. I greatly appreciate the support 😎

  • @marionboucher3155
    @marionboucher3155 9 місяців тому +2

    no guards on the pulleys?bit dangerous i would say

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +1

      I agree. I don’t usually like having them like that and I want to see if I can find a set. The only upside to having the guards off is that the grass won’t collect in there, but yes it’s a hazard.

  • @rogermcdonald1607
    @rogermcdonald1607 9 місяців тому +2

    Alex i think a zero turn as nice as that is would easily bring $1500 in today's inflated market. That is less than half of a new one and the hours are not that high. Fully serviced and ready to go, i would think some landscaper would pay that with the Kawasaki engine as a selling point as well! Goodluck Alex. ✌🇺🇸

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +4

      Thank you Roger. I think I will probably start at $1600 on the market and not take less than 1300 fully serviced. I hope you are doing well and always appreciate your support 😎🇺🇸

  • @thehomesteadpastor1234
    @thehomesteadpastor1234 9 місяців тому +1

    Great Video. Thankful I found your channel. You do Awesome work. I liked how you mentioned how much you were plan on selling for. I always wonder how much you would try to sell your mowers for when you finished. Great Job.

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Awesome! Thank you! I really do appreciate your support.

  • @markshuput5228
    @markshuput5228 9 місяців тому +3

    I have a 5424 zr. identical with a 24 hp Kohler. Great machine. I paid $1200.00 with 181 hours on the mower and less on the engine. Former owner ran it out of oil. Best mower that I've ever owned.

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Heck yea. So far it seems like a great mower. I think the kohler twins are great as well with proper maintenance. Thank you for the support 😎🇺🇸

  • @keen_nocap
    @keen_nocap 5 місяців тому

    How do you find these deals man?! I'm trying to find a fixer-upper and I can't find one for less than $500 near me. Teach us how you sourced so many machines!

  • @Rein_Ciarfella
    @Rein_Ciarfella 9 місяців тому

    Could you have just done the bypass with the battery instead of the jumper pack?
    Was that a solid wire (as opposed to stranded) that you used to backprobe the starter solenoid connector to start the machine?
    Why did the brake safety switch fall out (besides the jolt the deck took) - was the locking tab worn or some other reason? Could you modify it to prevent that from happening again?

  • @matthewrichmond5179
    @matthewrichmond5179 4 місяці тому

    I have a 15hp twin and it starts as easy or easier than that one. even after sitting for winter. (Of course I dain the fuel from it but you know...)

  • @robertmailhos8159
    @robertmailhos8159 9 місяців тому

    I believe that the solenoid is bad or the key is the problem or a bad safety switch

  • @GoKartsorGoneFishin
    @GoKartsorGoneFishin 9 місяців тому

    Start the bidding at 1300..I would

  • @williambeichler4971
    @williambeichler4971 9 місяців тому +1

    You did well on that one. Should bring at least 1200

  • @goofe.washington953
    @goofe.washington953 9 місяців тому +1

    Very nice outcome. You’ll do well on this machine. Keep the videos coming. They are so informative, and so relaxing to watch.

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you very much. I greatly appreciate the support.

  • @TinaKelly-w4d
    @TinaKelly-w4d 3 місяці тому

    Where is this located is this available?

  • @jesseroberts4670
    @jesseroberts4670 3 місяці тому

    WD 40 on starter make it sound alot better

  • @johnbean1994
    @johnbean1994 25 днів тому

    Deck chutes are a joke they just ball up the grass. I figured lawnmower man would know that

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  25 днів тому

      Agreed. I usually don’t run chutes on my personal mowers, but a lot of people still run them to keep rocks from kicking up.

  • @chriseisele9969
    @chriseisele9969 2 місяці тому

    Great job Alex btw u got other utubers following your channel Chris from OHIO gooooooo Buckeyes beat Michigan

  • @TheHomePros6221
    @TheHomePros6221 9 місяців тому

    You just turned 200 into 2,000$ awesome score!!

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you!!! I was really surprised how well it runs and operates. I hope things are good your way. Always looking forward to your videos.

  • @richardmorse5307
    @richardmorse5307 2 місяці тому

    I wouldn’t have known where to start with this machine other than the basics. It starts, runs, turns and cuts well so you have aced it with patience and skill. Anything you get in selling it will be well earned. Thanks for posting a great video!

  • @Rein_Ciarfella
    @Rein_Ciarfella 9 місяців тому

    I got the Topdon BT100 battery load tester and have never looked back. Small, easy to use, fast and does everything I would want it to do at a reasonable price when I bought it a couple years ago. The printed instructions aren't all that great, so I pretty much figured it out by doing, and it's not that difficult, even for me (who had never used a battery load tester before). I highly recommend this one. By the way, I found out about it on Jeremy's MowerMedic1 channel.

  • @Rein_Ciarfella
    @Rein_Ciarfella 9 місяців тому

    $200 - what an amazing deal! I’m seeing beat up ZT’s in my area asking $300-500. I haven’t worked on one yet but that’s my next step up.

  • @georgelooney8153
    @georgelooney8153 9 місяців тому

    I could really use that mower because mine is just old and falling apart. I not only mow my small yard but my neighbors yards as well. And to bad you are so far away. Man I could do a lot of good with that machine.

  • @christophergibson1424
    @christophergibson1424 5 місяців тому

    Selling

  • @Rein_Ciarfella
    @Rein_Ciarfella 9 місяців тому

    Thanks a lot for this one, Alex. I learned a lot more about electrical diagnostics, my weakest area. 🔧👍

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 9 місяців тому

    I would paint faded with blk paint and touch up the orange paint
    Fix it like your keeping it 😊

  • @tatermater2613
    @tatermater2613 6 місяців тому

    I actually learned some things. Excellent. The original oil level looked too low to even try running it, but the engine sounded good.

  • @davidgarza7134
    @davidgarza7134 5 місяців тому

    What is a brand you recommend for zero turns? I’ve been debating between JD, bad boy and toro. I’ll be using it to cut 1-5 acres regularly. Thank you in advance!

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  5 місяців тому +1

      I had a gravely ztx 42. Its was a great homeowner zero turn.

    • @davidgarza7134
      @davidgarza7134 5 місяців тому

      @@freedommowers420 Thanks Alex! Appreciate the feedback new subscriber to your channel love the videos!

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  5 місяців тому

      @@davidgarza7134 thank you very much for the support. I would try and purchase from a dealer and not a box store. They are much more helpful when it comes to warranty and repairs.

  • @saladinekinder8161
    @saladinekinder8161 9 місяців тому

    he spray painted the zero turn deck in orange

  • @liljoeii6091
    @liljoeii6091 9 місяців тому

    Awesome deal Run so smooth Thank you for the video

  • @Maximus43968
    @Maximus43968 9 місяців тому

    That one is a winner for sure. Someone is going to have a good machine.

  • @tannersharry
    @tannersharry 9 місяців тому

    Awesome find Alex! Not gonna lie I’m jealous. Around here I would def list it for 12 to 1500. Keep up the great work!

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much. I’m hoping to get 14-15 out of it.

  • @1BG0
    @1BG0 9 місяців тому

    love the vids! quick question, recently painted the back wheels on my mower and i put them back on and now when i spin one back wheel the other spins the opposite way. what did i do wrong?

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you. I wonder if when you put the wheels back on they axle key fell out? That would be the only thing I can think of.

  • @Turningwrenches85
    @Turningwrenches85 8 місяців тому

    Loving the way this Husqvarna zero turn came out nice work alex 👍

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much John. I was really happy how nice this one turned out as well. Hopefully this will make someone a great mower for a few years.

  • @garymeador6750
    @garymeador6750 7 місяців тому

    Great find, especially for the price, I want to borrow your rabbits foot!! 🤣

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  7 місяців тому

      I do feel blessed. I check the marketplace regularly, and have to move fast if anything comes up.

  • @mrnhl3080
    @mrnhl3080 7 місяців тому

    What did you use on the grey plastics?

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  7 місяців тому

      I cleaned them with dawn and a scotch brite pad. After drying I used a vinyl/plastic restore spray.

    • @mrnhl3080
      @mrnhl3080 7 місяців тому

      @@freedommowers420 any particular brand?

  • @johnsherwood9960
    @johnsherwood9960 9 місяців тому

    Nice fix..surprised theres no type of covers or guards on the deck area

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +1

      There should be, but I’m hoping I can find some as it is a safety hazard.

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 9 місяців тому

    Lucky you, very lucky find and friend, it’s a keeper for sure 😊😊

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you. I’ve got a couple zero turns here and it’s going to be hard to let this one go. It cleaned up nicely.

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 9 місяців тому

    I really believe it’s the best engine there is now and they last for years if service properly
    😊it looks great now

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      I have always had good luck with Kawasaki. Strong reliable engines with maintenance.

  • @Philjr-h7j
    @Philjr-h7j 9 місяців тому

    Great mower turned out great and the good was it wasn't too bad to get working nice job u can make a good profit for your time

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for the support. I was very surprised how little it took to get this back in good working order. I think it should sell quickly this spring.

  • @georgesehy8058
    @georgesehy8058 9 місяців тому

    Greatg video, great results! Thanks

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for the kind words and support 😎

  • @rickbroerman9267
    @rickbroerman9267 9 місяців тому

    That has to be one of the smoothest and easiest Twin I've ever seen start. That is awesome

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Right!! I can’t believe it was such a smooth runner.

  • @Kylebythecreek
    @Kylebythecreek 9 місяців тому

    Awesome deal! Nice work, it turned out great!

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you Kyle. In the future I want to show a little more detail on some things like you have been doing in your videos, but I was really happy with the results on this one. Thanks for stopping by and showing support.

    • @Kylebythecreek
      @Kylebythecreek 9 місяців тому

      @@freedommowers420 that mower seemed like a pretty simple fix- I think the amount of detail you showed was perfect! Keep up the good work

  • @ernieruss6044
    @ernieruss6044 9 місяців тому

    great job looks good

  • @armyvet4081
    @armyvet4081 9 місяців тому

    the engine is worth 200 bucks- good job

    • @freedommowers420
      @freedommowers420  9 місяців тому

      Thank you!! Yes the Kawasaki engines go for a pretty good amount of money in my area.

    • @armyvet4081
      @armyvet4081 9 місяців тому

      where I live 250 $ for an engine like that@@freedommowers420

  • @rickthelian2215
    @rickthelian2215 9 місяців тому

    Well done Alex😊