Lawn Mower Repair

[Rob Tucker]

So Gus,Give me a call.

Rob 987-5987

[sistersue]

My faithful old lawn mower is a Craftsman Platinum 7.5 self-propelled. It's about 7 years old and has never failed me. But now it's not starting after dying and it smells like the motor is about to blow up. A strong burning smell. The oil level is normal. I have been putting regular gas in it for a few months and will never do that again. Yes, Rob can have your mower because if this one is dead then I want to buy a new one. Thank you for your responses. I just wanted someone's name in HPP in case my grandson's friend is unable to fix it.

[Gus]

OK Rob, will do.

[Royall]

Most of those craftsman mowers only need gaskets replaced in the carburetor and possibly a priming bulb.

[terracore]

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Originally posted by kalakoa

Ethanol-free gas in anything smaller than a car.

Home Depot had the Ryobi 40V electric lawnmowers on clearance for $250 ("last year's model"). They really work, cut right through knee-high weeds, mowed my entire driveway with battery to spare. Recommended.

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How long does it take to charge the battery from empty?

[kalakoa]

It took about 3h. Battery is 180Wh, charger is 80W.

A quick re-trim today only took 30m, used about half a battery.

I'm going back for the 14" chainsaw.

[Rob Tucker]

Nice little mower.

Thanks Gus.

[terracore]

I need a new mower but have been on the fence when it comes to electric. Would definitely need at least 2 batteries. Is the deck made out of metal or plastic?

[kalakoa]

Is the deck made out of metal or plastic?

Good question. It's all plastic. Not sure how it will hold up: it won't rust, but it also doesn't have to support an engine block. It did come with a 5-year warranty.

Cheapest way to get the second battery is ... bundled with the chainsaw.

[kalianna]

I'm also looking for someone to repair a Ryobi electric mower. The bolts holding the motor are stripped and loose. Not an option to repair myself. The only thing I saw online is Puna Small engine repair. Has anyone had experience with them recently? Or other recommendations in the Puna or Hilo areas?