Alright, first off love the site. Im new here and love all the great info. I have recently aquired a mid 80's MTD tractor for fun only, but eventually down the road try racing it. But to the heart of the matter, I need some technical help. I am a Tech for a local lawn care and service center. I have a relatively brand new Cub Cadet (Guy bought it at Tractor Supply) that has a problem starting. I ruled out all the usual safety devices and weak battery, or solenoid. I though at first it might been a weak starter, but I put a new one on just to check, no luck. I can pull the plugs and it cranks over great. If i leave em in it will turn a little bit then stop. If i manually turn it about a half turn it rolls over perfect. I am at a loss. i have adjusted the valves in case one wasnt opening correctly. I need to get it going, any ideas or troubleshooting checks would be great. Ok heres the info Cub Cadet Zero Turn 22 HP INTEK V-Twin 44 actual hours on the motor. Also when it came it 6 or 7 times out of ten it would turn over good, then it would act up the rest of the time.
Model # 407577
Type # 0317E1
Code # 050607YG
If you need anymoe info let me know and Ill post it
Thanks alot
Brian