Yeah, I've run into that problem a few times were it's operator error, last one was a elderly man in his mid 90s, he kept forgetting the process for starting the mower, he kept forgetting he had to pull the bail handle in order to start the mower, and I kept having to keep going back, cause he would become upset, and get mad at me for not fixing his mower, and charging him for house calls, it's hard to watch a person who you've done work for, for many years, starting to show signs of a problem, I was worried about him, if he forgets a simple thing like that should he be left alone, so I had his sons number cause I do work on his mowers too, and let him know, what was happening, and his son thanked me, hope he takes care of his dad..... We will all be there someday, it's just hard to be the one that has to break the news..... Great video BTW.
Yes I have that happen on 2 occasions. One machine there was nothing wrong (My wife talked to his son) and the other an older gent too a big crescent wrench to open a gas shut off and snapped it off. Yes It may happen to us. Thanks again.
Thanks Bruce, this year you taught me a lot about small engine repairs watching your videos. At least, I think I have a good foundation to handle some problems with my own equipment; Snow thrower, Gasoline Engine Generator, lawn tractor, lawn boy rwd mower, sears rwd craftsman, pressure washer, and three lawn trimmers ... one with assorted attachments. So I need someone like you Bruce to learn from ... yes you can't beat experience and you got it.
Bruce the carburetor Guru does it again. Nice looking mower and running well now. Even popped a wheelie when you dropped the clutch. As usual excellent job and wonderful entertainment. Thanks for the video and stay safe.
@@BrucesShop Oh no, you are the main Yoda on most anything whether its a firetruck, some electronic device, lawn tractor or Frank. As they say "You the man". Ok, that neighbor kid that gave you a junk mower a year or so ago- find him or another kid and teach them how to repair things, ie carbs, belts safely. You will be there hero. Hopefully they won't steal from you.
How's she goin'? That's a pretty nice looking mower!!! Good repair in the carb and your sense of humor was hitting on all cylinders today!! A pleasure to watch!!! Take care!!
I'm going to use that oil drain process to clean the lint trap on my Equator brand washer / dryer. Will make clean-up a whole lot easier. Thanks Bruce. Narragansett Bay
I just overhauled my 1990 14SB! This is the Cadillac of mowers when running proper. My model had the old rear wheel adjusters which were a joke. They gave me years of problems. Upgraded the rear wheel adjusters to newer model and now is running the way it was intended too. Most small engine problems are with the carburetors getting clogged up and people will just toss their mower or weed eater in the recycle bin.
@Bruce Pender, I've been wanting to buy a 14SB for a couple of years now. A non-running specimen finally turned up less than 20 minutes from me and I picked it up this morning. A carb clean and a throttle cable adjustment later, it runs and drives.
Hi Bruce. Well it looks like that emulsion tube was the problem. You know what I do for a living but I'm not sure I told you after 23 years in the same building I changed buildings last year and at this place they have the identica JD mower. Its only used maybe 10 min all year but it Looks like it gets used 300 hrs a year. 99.9 percent of the mowing is done by the biggest Toro zero turn I've ever seen. Anyway good work my friend
My sister and I bought a 14SB for my father for Christmas decades ago. I've since inherited it. I use it each fall to bag leaves, and it still starts on the first pull. There were a few years where the 5-speed transmission wasn't engaging, and then one year the transmission fixed itself - who knows. It does vibrate the knobs for the handle loose all the time, so have to keep an eye on those.
Drill a small hole or two in the knob and simply wire it in place. Still allows you to undo the handles easily at the end of the season or to transport in a vehicle...OR...use Nylock nuts to replace the knobs
Great video. A tip. Get some clear plastic line/hose of the right diameter and slide it over the drain then put the other end into a 64 ounce soda bottle, I've done that for years on my stuff.
@@jjsmowersmobilerepair548indeed the best mower every built. The fact they are still running well 20-25yrs later is a testament to that fact...and doing it with a blade brake clutch spinning a heavy duty blade, 5spd HD transmission, ability to mulch, side discharge or bag, aluminum deck and Kawasaki engine...weight is to be expected when something is built this solid Bruce.
The blade clutches are a nightmare. Blade adapter from 14ST allows you to retrofit. You will need to spin the starter housing 90 degrees and extend the rope to start from handle. A eyelet for rope will be needed also. Remember safety as the blade spins all the time. Good video Bruce.
I found out that when you check the oil on those mowers, you don't screw down the dip stick. You just go as deep as you can without threading it any. It tells you that on the dip stick shaft. I was doing it wrong for years.
Bruce, I have a JZ series mower with the same mechnicals. Next time the SE is in the shop look for two grease zerks right next to the drive gears at the rear wheels. They lube the drive axle bushings. I didn't see mine until a had the rear wheels off to replace them.
I've been the shop foreman for JD for over 20 yrs I always teach my techs to get the cut offs from guitar strings because they make the best carb cleaner, I would also take the air cleaner clean the pre cleaner with soap and water then dry and put a little oil on it then check the paper element.
Nice job Bruce, I really enjoy the older lawn mower videos. Have you ever had an old mower that has a crank start on top I had one when I was a young man it's been a lot of years ago I haven't seen one since.
I have the same mower. I have a piece of clear plastic tubing that I attach to the oil drain plug to get it to drain away from the deck. My carburetor also has a jet on the front top that I check and clean if needed.
I think that's a real nifty idea having the drain on the side like that. Can't recall having seen it before. I wish Briggs and Honda used that system. Would save a lot of mess and back strain from tipping Hondas upside down lol.
Great job, I have never had a Kawasaki. Engine come my way. Weren’t they use to be called Wisconsin robin engines Wait that’s Subaru. And they stopped making small engines few years back.
Those were great mowers we had a 14sb that lasted for years. It is still sitting in my dads garage not sure what is wrong with it. I don't remember what the difference is between the 14sb and the 14se. Thanks bruce good job as always.
The 14SE was the top of the line mower, the “E” was for electric start. I bought a new one in 1996, still looks new to this day, I have gone through 6 or 7 batteries on it. Still better than most mowers produced with the exception of some Honda’s
Thanks, Bruce. Not many Kawasaki around here. Did that have a remote start? I saw a cylinder on the left side, and only ask because some of my Briggs have had one. Wish mine had all the knobs and levers. I remember an old mower I had actually had a gear on the outside that would sync up with the tire tread and THAT was the self-prop. Take care. P.S. Congrats on all of the subscribers!
You can convert ethanol fuel to regular non ethanol fuel. This is not my video but he is a smart guy. Here is the video ua-cam.com/video/r_AJhtkOy2M/v-deo.html
Thank you very much for another great video! When removing my carb I ripped that gasket. The carb looks exactly like the one in your video from a 14SB. Everything I see online has holes arranged differently than you have at 7:52. Where do you go for gaskets?
I always wondered why small engines don't have some type of fuel filter. The tank will inevitably get debris from fueling and it goes straight to the metering passages.
Not sure you’ll get this, but I have an 14SB that idles funny. I’ve changed the carburetor, changed the oil, added Seafoam to the gas tank so far. The mower also seems to over heat and I have to let it cool down after about an hour of use. Any suggestions? ALSO- the oil drain issue: buy a 3/4” heating tube. It fits right onto the oil drain plug.
@@BrucesShop can you be more specific about which valves? I am a week into knowing the little that I know about engines. Case in point: this was my first time seeing the inside of a carburetor. What valves do I need to be looking at? Thanks for responding so fast! I was not expecting that at all.
Daer Bruce, I have a Wolf Lawnmower with the same Kawasaki FC150V engine. And I was wondering all the time why there is that extra opening on top of the carburettor. On that John Deere there is a transparent tube on it. On mine there is also a tube but there's a screw in it. So I was wondering why it's there and what's its purpose is(?) Do you know what it's about and if the screw on mine may not be good at all for the carburettor? Greatings :)
I have one of those machines, and the recoil start rope hangs out about 2 inches. Its also missing one of the "Dog" ears, but my neighbor keeps insisting I keep it up and running, but won't spend the money to fix the recoil. Suggestions on how to fix it?
Bruce, HELP!! I have a Scotts lawnmower here in my shop which is missing the muffler. Its a Tecumseh engine Series OVRM120 Muffler part # is 37088 and need bolts and clip. Parts are no longer available. Do you have one in your stash of parts hidden away somewhere?
So now we're left wondering was the problem remediated by shortening the hose by 1/4 " or by cleaning the carb (LOL)? On my motors with that drain pipe configuration, I tilt the motor away from me, open the drain, place a hose on the drain, lean it towards me and let it drain.
@@BrucesShop 'It' being oil. When the oil drain is a side mounted pipe or only a plug, to control the mess, I tilt the motor, etc. My comment about shortening the fuel line was an attempt at humor since it, of course, could have no effect on engine performance.
@@BrucesShop the gas tank buddy not the fuel line because I already replaced it with a new one the gas tank is leaking really fast so I am going try JB weld on it
Yeah, I've run into that problem a few times were it's operator error, last one was a elderly man in his mid 90s, he kept forgetting the process for starting the mower, he kept forgetting he had to pull the bail handle in order to start the mower, and I kept having to keep going back, cause he would become upset, and get mad at me for not fixing his mower, and charging him for house calls, it's hard to watch a person who you've done work for, for many years, starting to show signs of a problem, I was worried about him, if he forgets a simple thing like that should he be left alone, so I had his sons number cause I do work on his mowers too, and let him know, what was happening, and his son thanked me, hope he takes care of his dad..... We will all be there someday, it's just hard to be the one that has to break the news..... Great video BTW.
Yes I have that happen on 2 occasions. One machine there was nothing wrong (My wife talked to his son) and the other an older gent too a big crescent wrench to open a gas shut off and snapped it off. Yes It may happen to us. Thanks again.
Thanks Bruce, this year you taught me a lot about small engine repairs watching your videos. At least, I think I have a good foundation to handle some problems with my own equipment; Snow thrower, Gasoline Engine Generator, lawn tractor, lawn boy rwd mower, sears rwd craftsman, pressure washer, and three lawn trimmers ... one with assorted attachments. So I need someone like you Bruce to learn from ... yes you can't beat experience and you got it.
Bruce the carburetor Guru does it again. Nice looking mower and running well now. Even popped a wheelie when you dropped the clutch. As usual excellent job and wonderful entertainment. Thanks for the video and stay safe.
Thanks 👍 I guess carbs is what i do. LOL
@@BrucesShop Oh no, you are the main Yoda on most anything whether its a firetruck, some electronic device, lawn tractor or Frank. As they say "You the man". Ok, that neighbor kid that gave you a junk mower a year or so ago- find him or another kid and teach them how to repair things, ie carbs, belts safely. You will be there hero. Hopefully they won't steal from you.
Thanks for another great video Bruce, really enjoyed it! That is one fine mower there, seems like a commercial grade machine from JD.
Yes the are SOLID
How's she goin'? That's a pretty nice looking mower!!! Good repair in the carb and your sense of humor was hitting on all cylinders today!! A pleasure to watch!!! Take care!!
Thanks again sir.
I'm going to use that oil drain process to clean the lint trap on my Equator brand washer / dryer. Will make clean-up a whole lot easier. Thanks Bruce. Narragansett Bay
You have to buy a box of beer first. LOL
Nice video, perfect results ! 👍
Thanks Andrew !!!
Thank you! I used this video to get my same mower running.
Glad I could help!
Thanks again for another good informative video. I love your channel
Thanks William
Really nice machine. I love a good carb cleaning!
Me too!
I just overhauled my 1990 14SB! This is the Cadillac of mowers when running proper. My model had the old rear wheel adjusters which were a joke. They gave me years of problems. Upgraded the rear wheel adjusters to newer model and now is running the way it was intended too. Most small engine problems are with the carburetors getting clogged up and people will just toss their mower or weed eater in the recycle bin.
Thanks for the information Mike very good.
@Bruce Pender, I've been wanting to buy a 14SB for a couple of years now. A non-running specimen finally turned up less than 20 minutes from me and I picked it up this morning. A carb clean and a throttle cable adjustment later, it runs and drives.
That is great news. Congrats.
Hi Bruce. Well it looks like that emulsion tube was the problem. You know what I do for a living but I'm not sure I told you after 23 years in the same building I changed buildings last year and at this place they have the identica JD mower. Its only used maybe 10 min all year but it Looks like it gets used 300 hrs a year. 99.9 percent of the mowing is done by the biggest Toro zero turn I've ever seen. Anyway good work my friend
Hi Dave Thanks for the fun comment.
Nice one Bruce good video
Thanks a lot for watching
My sister and I bought a 14SB for my father for Christmas decades ago. I've since inherited it. I use it each fall to bag leaves, and it still starts on the first pull. There were a few years where the 5-speed transmission wasn't engaging, and then one year the transmission fixed itself - who knows. It does vibrate the knobs for the handle loose all the time, so have to keep an eye on those.
A very smart mower that fixed itself.
Drill a small hole or two in the knob and simply wire it in place. Still allows you to undo the handles easily at the end of the season or to transport in a vehicle...OR...use Nylock nuts to replace the knobs
Great video Bruce! Nice older JD mower there. I have a small JD tractor (RX95) that has a Kawasaki engine on it.
Yes The use a lot of Kawasaki engines. Thanks
Beer. Is there any problems it can't solve? Lol. Great vid Bruce. Thanks
Beer: The cause of - and solution to all problems (Quote: Homer Simpson)
Oh right the drain cardboard. LOL
Great video. A tip. Get some clear plastic line/hose of the right diameter and slide it over the drain then put the other end into a 64 ounce soda bottle, I've done that for years on my stuff.
good idea Thanks.
John Deere 14SB. Quite possibly the best lawn mower ever made.
They sure last a long time. Heavy machines though.
@@BrucesShop Ive walked behind them all. This one is the best.
Correct me if I'm wrong. I'd love to find one better.
@@jjsmowersmobilerepair548indeed the best mower every built. The fact they are still running well 20-25yrs later is a testament to that fact...and doing it with a blade brake clutch spinning a heavy duty blade, 5spd HD transmission, ability to mulch, side discharge or bag, aluminum deck and Kawasaki engine...weight is to be expected when something is built this solid Bruce.
The blade clutches are a nightmare. Blade adapter from 14ST allows you to retrofit. You will need to spin the starter housing 90 degrees and extend the rope to start from handle. A eyelet for rope will be needed also. Remember safety as the blade spins all the time.
Good video Bruce.
Thanks. Good to know.
I found out that when you check the oil on those mowers, you don't screw down the dip stick. You just go as deep as you can without threading it any. It tells you that on the dip stick shaft. I was doing it wrong for years.
Yes they are like most of the Honda's with dipsticks.
Bruce, I have a JZ series mower with the same mechnicals. Next time the SE is in the shop look for two grease zerks right next to the drive gears at the rear wheels. They lube the drive axle bushings. I didn't see mine until a had the rear wheels off to replace them.
Great tip! Thanks
That looks like a well built carb..Nice old mower
They are solid mowers.
great job sir
Thanks a lot EB
Nice one to see. I hardly ever see JD mowers.
They are commin here as we are in a farming area.
Diagnosed and fixed, great job...
Thanks
OUTSTANDING
Thanks
runs like a Deere now good job bruce
Thanks As always Bruce
It runs very nice. I've never had a Kawasaki before. All B+S, Tecumseh, and a Honda here and there for me.
Right on!
You will see the famed Mikuni Carb when you do.
Funny thing Bruce, every time i think the name Kawasaki, first thing comes to my mind is some super fast motor cycle, not lawn mower :-)
So true!
I've been the shop foreman for JD for over 20 yrs I always teach my techs to get the cut offs from guitar strings because they make the best carb cleaner, I would also take the air cleaner clean the pre cleaner with soap and water then dry and put a little oil on it then check the paper element.
Right on! Thanks
On that mower, per the instructions on the dipstick, you don’t screw the cap down to check the oil. Kind of different than most.
Yes Like the Honda's I think I missed saying that. Thanks
Nice job Bruce, I really enjoy the older lawn mower videos. Have you ever had an old mower that has a crank start on top I had one when I was a young man it's been a lot of years ago I haven't seen one since.
I remember those too. I have not had any come in.
What a cracking little mower. Man your always spilling oil lol 😂 hope all is good your end my friend
Oil just likes to go on the floor.
I have the same mower. I have a piece of clear plastic tubing that I attach to the oil drain plug to get it to drain away from the deck. My carburetor also has a jet on the front top that I check and clean if needed.
Thanks Tom
I think that's a real nifty idea having the drain on the side like that. Can't recall having seen it before. I wish Briggs and Honda used that system. Would save a lot of mess and back strain from tipping Hondas upside down lol.
@@brendanfromnz I agree.
Yes, either the commercial oil filter kit or the mower itself comes with a greenish plastic hose to drain the oil
Great job, I have never had a Kawasaki. Engine come my way. Weren’t they use to be called Wisconsin robin engines
Wait that’s Subaru. And they stopped making small engines few years back.
Right. Kawasaki still makes small engines and i think Subaru is done. I may be wrong though as i was reading it on the internet.
I like working on those engines they are very dependable and run quiet, the clutch engagement, well they can be a pain sometimes. take care eh
Thanks Ken
Those were great mowers we had a 14sb that lasted for years. It is still sitting in my dads garage not sure what is wrong with it. I don't remember what the difference is between the 14sb and the 14se. Thanks bruce good job as always.
14sb has a blade brake and the se doesn't
@@conner5611 thanks
@@nashguy207 Right on.
The 14SE was the top of the line mower, the “E” was for electric start. I bought a new one in 1996, still looks new to this day, I have gone through 6 or 7 batteries on it. Still better than most mowers produced with the exception of some Honda’s
You need to make a micro tip for your spray tube to really focus the spray into the tiny holes.
Thanks Bill
Thanks, Bruce. Not many Kawasaki around here. Did that have a remote start? I saw a cylinder on the left side, and only ask because some of my Briggs have had one. Wish mine had all the knobs and levers. I remember an old mower I had actually had a gear on the outside that would sync up with the tire tread and THAT was the self-prop. Take care.
P.S. Congrats on all of the subscribers!
Yes it was electric start. The owner doesn't use it.
nice job,dont'screw in the dip stick to check oil,also the fuel screen in the tank can become clogged last built in 90's
Thanks. You are right about the screen in the tanks
The big E strikes again! The only source of pure gasoline around here is a speedshop (ATVs) but it runs $16/gallon in 5 gallon cans.OUCH!
You can convert ethanol fuel to regular non ethanol fuel. This is not my video but he is a smart guy. Here is the video
ua-cam.com/video/r_AJhtkOy2M/v-deo.html
Thank you very much for another great video! When removing my carb I ripped that gasket. The carb looks exactly like the one in your video from a 14SB. Everything I see online has holes arranged differently than you have at 7:52. Where do you go for gaskets?
I found one at my local John Deere Dealer. Maybe that was too easy.
@@donwalters3088 I have made many gaskets as well. This was 3 years ago forgive me. I must have worked on 300 mowers since.
U should have been a singer too. !!!
LOL Thanks
I always wondered why small engines don't have some type of fuel filter. The tank will inevitably get debris from fueling and it goes straight to the metering passages.
Kawasaki 150 has a small screen tube filter in the bottom of the fuel tank.
The is a screen in most small engine gas tanks. A lot of external filters are just a screen too. Interesting isn't it.
Chemical resistant black mechanics gloves are the ticket on Amazon, if available?
I know.
Not sure you’ll get this, but I have an 14SB that idles funny. I’ve changed the carburetor, changed the oil, added Seafoam to the gas tank so far. The mower also seems to over heat and I have to let it cool down after about an hour of use. Any suggestions? ALSO- the oil drain issue: buy a 3/4” heating tube. It fits right onto the oil drain plug.
I am not sure. Here is a little help. Have you adjusted the valved?
@@BrucesShop can you be more specific about which valves? I am a week into knowing the little that I know about engines. Case in point: this was my first time seeing the inside of a carburetor. What valves do I need to be looking at? Thanks for responding so fast! I was not expecting that at all.
I see it has key start, you should get it working again.
The owner doesn't use it as he stores it n a shed and these don't have a stat-or or alternator to charge while running.
@@BrucesShop ah, ok.
Daer Bruce,
I have a Wolf Lawnmower with the same Kawasaki FC150V engine. And I was wondering all the time why there is that extra opening on top of the carburettor. On that John Deere there is a transparent tube on it. On mine there is also a tube but there's a screw in it. So I was wondering why it's there and what's its purpose is(?)
Do you know what it's about and if the screw on mine may not be good at all for the carburettor?
Greatings :)
It's a vent take the screw out
@@conner5611 I agree. Take the screw out. It may have been venting and someone put a screw in there not knowing.
Thanks for your answers. :)
I have one of those machines, and the recoil start rope hangs out about 2 inches. Its also missing one of the "Dog" ears, but my neighbor keeps insisting I keep it up and running, but won't spend the money to fix the recoil. Suggestions on how to fix it?
I would just google the style and see if there is one out there. I know he won't spend money. If you can find a cheap solution he may bend.
Bruce, HELP!! I have a Scotts lawnmower here in my shop which is missing the muffler. Its a Tecumseh engine Series OVRM120 Muffler part # is 37088 and need bolts and clip. Parts are no longer available. Do you have one in your stash of parts hidden away somewhere?
Is this it first of all. Even hard to find this.
www.ebay.com/p/1654422428
So now we're left wondering was the problem remediated by shortening the hose by 1/4 " or by cleaning the carb (LOL)? On my motors with that drain pipe configuration, I tilt the motor away from me, open the drain, place a hose on the drain, lean it towards me and let it drain.
Good point You let it drain without removing the carb?
@@BrucesShop 'It' being oil. When the oil drain is a side mounted pipe or only a plug, to control the mess, I tilt the motor, etc. My comment about shortening the fuel line was an attempt at humor since it, of course, could have no effect on engine performance.
That was a different one. Here they wouldn't do carb cleans they would just order and fit a new one probably costing more that a new mower. Nice job.
Yes. or charge $40 to look at it and say Yes it won't start.
Harbor Freight in the US and Princess Autoin Canada
How do you reinstall a pull string on this older john deer lawn mower?
Remove the 4 bolts holding down the rewind and start from there. then wind about 5 turns onto the spring them add the sting.
i use bread tie as cleaning tool
That works.
👍
Thanks Joe
Did you get a bad run of right handed gloves
LOL. You know they are all the same. My right hand gets sprayed with chemicals more.
How do you take the gas tank off of it because I have to fix a really bad leak on mine
It should lift off after you take the 4 nuts that hold the rewind on. The fuel line will be on a bracket.
@@BrucesShop the gas tank buddy not the fuel line because I already replaced it with a new one the gas tank is leaking really fast so I am going try JB weld on it
Is that a DIY cart or bought?
My wife gave it to me and i put the plywood top on it. It is a 600 lb lift
@@BrucesShop Very useful for a variety of small engine projects. I built a similar bench without the lift.
I love your stand were can I get one.
Now at either Harbor Freight in the US or Princess Auto in Canada
Nice job! What brand of gloves are those so I know not to buy them?
I don't know the brand. Any Nitrol gloves are hard to find now.
And carb cleaner is one of the worst for the skin I have noticed.
You don't screw the dip stick in to check the oil on a John Deere Kawasaki engine
I agree.
Bruce, how, when did ya hurt yer back ???
I have arthritis.
When in doubt put seafoam in.
Some people in moist areas feel that way. Thanks for the comment.
Watch out for those tools on the cart when you test the drive with the blade running. Yikes
Thanks I relative this is not a safe hobby
First good morning.
Good morning.
So what does this this cost the customer ?😗
I don't usually talk dollars. It is different everywhere you go. Sorry
Don't you be running those too long with the doors down.
Thanks
Had a John Deere walk behind pmower, mine was crapola, lol
Some were John Deere in name only, but made for them by Murray. The one in this video is a "real" John Deere.
@@db130 You are correct.
It might be an idea for this customer to use some fuel stabilizer...he obviously doesn't use it that much
It happens. I can't lecture too much.
@@BrucesShop Sorry, I meant that he doesn't use the mower that much so he should consider using fuel stabilizer...it should help
thinks i am twofeathers thinks
I am not getting the thinks thing. Can you explain.
Y change oil🙄look new now
Thanks