Sat 8 Years! - Cub CC 550 Mower - Will it Run?
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- This thing is a monster! My neighbor called me up asking if I could help him get this Cub Cadet CC 550 ES running for him. I happily obliged! Can we get it up and running? Or is it too far gone?! Come join in and find out. Enjoy the occasional addition of music in this episode, as well as an EPIC power washer intro. I know, I know, my editing skills are incredible. 🤣🤣 See you there!
00:00 - Greetings!
00:40 - Exploring the Project
03:31 - First Start Attempt
04:34 - Fuel System Diagnosis
09:03 - Hydrocarbon Distribution Center Teardown & Inspection
27:40 - Hydrocarbon Distribution Center Reinstallation
30:01 - NOW Will it Start?
30:56 - Belt Drive Inspection
37:06 - Blade Inspection & Sharpening
38:25 - Belt Drive Finalization
47:02 - Belt Drive Testing
48:19 - MowLapse
50:23 - Clean Er Up!
53:53 - Until Next Time!
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Will it Run
Will it Start
First Run
First Start
Cub Cadet Mower
Mechanic
Wrenching
Fix-It
Small Engine Repair
Honda Power Washer
German Shepherd GSD
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Greetings friend and fur friends! I always learn something from you! Best of all, you realize it’s a beautiful day and to take time to say it!! You always make me and the hubby chuckle, as he is talking to you out loud! And of course, I am loving the pups! Especially Titan and his shard! Hope you and your wife and the family are enjoying a beautiful day this weekend!!!☀️🐿️🐶
Hey Debbie! Greetings to you and your hubby! Thank you for the nice comments. It makes me happy to know you get a giggle from this 😁 That dog cracks me up. He will bring a full sized stick at first, and then when he figures out I'm not going to throw it, he takes it away and chews on it, making it smaller. He does this over and over until there's barely even anything to bring! Goofball. We have had a great weekend so far. I hope you have as well! 🍻 😊
Another great video Aaron.
Thank you 😊 I always enjoy your comments. 🍻
Lol. The project fairy blessed me with another riding mower the other day, and I even found a set of brand new blades for one of my mowers that I don't even remember buying. It was a good week.
Haha! That is a great week! That happens to me too. "Hmmm... I should probably go pick one of those up... hey wait, look at that, I already have some!!" 😁
Thanks! Always learn something new from your videos.
Absolutely! And thank you! 🍻
Were almost at a thousand!
Ohhhhhh man! Things are getting real... EXCITING! 😆
Good evening, Aron! Is it Sunday already? I am excited, just had breakfast and am preparing for a 3 hour exam for my studies in economics today. „Management of complex problem situations“ is the name of the subject. Quite interesting, really. When I saw and heard you scrubbing the debris of the carburetor bowl I had to think of the time when I was kidding my brother by using a fork to make terrible scrubbing on a plate, that made him crazy, which I intended to do 😂😂 brothers do things like this sometimes. By the way: my favorite color is blue, too. I watch this video to the end now and go to my office desk again. Exam starts at 12:30 pm today. Press your thumbs and I will report how it went. Good night and sleep well 😘👍😴😴🍀🐾🐾
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I enjoy your show man. You make this really entertaining. I hope you have continued success.
Thank you for the encouragement! 🍻
There should have been a baffle on the back of the mower. It was missing. That is why the unexplained screw was there. It was originally securing the baffle before it got deleted. That baffle would direct grass through the side chute if it was there.
that's a Chonda (Powermore Engine), ehh they are ok, the metal of the carb does corrode faster I think from the ones have come my way)
Hahaha "Chonda" - never heard that before! That's awesome!
I appreciate the input. Learning new things every day!
Titan is very entertaining to watch. How many hours would it take for him to tire of fetching a stick? could you get him to change to a ball and set up one of the ball throwing machines that he drops the ball into. He sets the stick on top of the engines now.
Hello there!
When he was younger, it took probably 15 to 20 minutes of stick throwing exercise before he was ready to quit. I'd love to set him up with a throwing machine, but the problem is his joints. He's 8 now and his... wrists??... are sore a lot. He will push off his front feet and sometimes yelp. We have had x-rays and such done, but it's just the way he is at this point in his life. So... we keep our fetching to a minimum to keep it from getting worse. I appreciate the suggestion though. He'd probably keep using it until he passed out!! 😂
Lol. I use forceps and welding tip cleaners too. Who needs professional carb cleaning tools? lol
Yesssssss!
Bread ties work great 😊
@philliphall5198 That's a good idea too!
You just had to do it eh 😏 mention the concentrated 🦖 hydrocarbons 😱 first rule of oil spill is NEVER MENTION THE OIL SPILL 🤣🐿️
Sorry it took me so long to comment, I had to finish watching some grass grow 🍿🍿
How old is Titan btw ?
Bahahaha, well, I hope you fell asleep fast and gave me ALLL the watch time 🤣🤣
Titan is doing well. He's getting older, and I've noticed he's sleeping a bit more.. Other than that, he's happy and still very energetic. Thanks for asking 😊
@@TractorFella you got ALL the watch time 🫡👌
I really enjoy your channel, it’s refreshingly new in the good way.
As you probably guessed I’m a dog person too, it’s heartbreaking to watch a loving dog getting old, not being able to play 🙏
@Altruistic-Viking best news ever!! 😆 I appreciate your compliments. 🙂 That makes me happy!
Yeah, it's tough. We still play, just a little easier these days. He's doing well overall though. Healthy and happy. 👍🏻👍🏻
I have never seen a blade adapter come off that easy. It isn't supposed to. Whatever holds it to the crankshaft has failed, or is missing. That is why the belt keeps coming off. It isn't able to maintain alignment due to the blade adapter being able to move up and down on the crankshaft. The belt moving up and down is causing that keeper to become dislodged.That is very dangerous and definitely needs to be addressed. There should be a screw or Woodruff key that holds it on the crankshaft and prevents it from moving.
Isn't the mower blade bolt what holds the adapter to the crank? If you look at 34:04, you can see the dimples in the adapter that key into the groove on the crank. Not too sure. 🤷♂️
Wait till the owner fills it with the old gas he still has in his garage.
Hahaha I'll be sure to recommend that he only uses fresh gas 😁
That’s why I fill the tanks up because I know they will not dump the old gas 😢😢😢
Aaron, keep fixing that Junk on Four Wheels.
You got it, Tommy! 👍🏻👍🏻🍻
I am working on one of these mowers around the same age as this one for a friend. It sat for a few years, and I cannot get it to run. It will run for literally a second. It is not a fuel or spark related issue, because adding gas or starting fluid does not make it act any differently. I am thinking that it may be a compression issue. I want to check the valve clearance, but I cannot find any specs on these Chinese engines they were using. Have you had any luck? I would love to know what the correct valve clearances are.
This is the first of its type I've played with. @mikeanic informed me that these are a "Powermore" engine and not many people have good things to say about them lol I did just find this from Donboy:
czcams.com/video/r9gt4pN5Acs/video.htmlsi=AsD-tgjOQtM_4GZH
Hopefully, it'll help?? Good luck buddy 👍🏻
I'm the same on bee,s as well.
Yup! Any time they fly close I shiver hahaha! 🤣
It’s a belt keeper
Perfect. Now I know the actual name. Thanks!
First!!
Whoop whoop!! 😁
Wait.. did you say that it's a great mower?
It's a MTD engine (Chinese PowerMore)...
Rattly, shaky, noisy, clunky...
No, terrible engines.. rather a Tecumseh any day of the week over a crappy Chonda PowerMore!
I appreciate the opinion and information. Another individual also informed me that it's a Chonda. First time hearing that term (which cracked me up). That would be the part where you all educate me. And for that, I thank you! 🍻
@@TractorFella beauty! Yeah, I'll let you know about these engines a little.
I actually have a very similar model too, with the 173cc "Chinese Honda" engine.
When Honda's patent expired, there ended up being a lot of clones.. predators, Briggs, PowerMore.
The issue with the Powermore engines is they're not very reliable, and their pull recoils are atrocious!
First MTD powermore a customer dropped off.. pull recoil broken
Got a second, an MTD, found at curb.. pull recoil had broken.
Have a Weedeater by Husqvarna, with a PowerMore engine. It runs, then randomly dies.. and you would say "valves".. except it starts right back up without issue. Dunno what to do with this mower.
I have actually started refusing PowerMore engines, and when looking for junked models, they are skipped.
Tecumseh, for all their faults and poor QC in their later engines (2002-2007+) into their bankruptcy, still better than a PowerMore 😊
Either way, direct response to your video. Great video! Actually enjoyed it a lot!
My own channel (not this acct) does small engine repair as well, enjoyed your content quite a bit, and def. earned a sub 😊
You're a wealth of knowledge! Do you do repair professionally? This is just a hobby for me. Something I love to do in my spare time. I have an automotive background, so although small engines are similar in concept, they're not THAT similar. So, I tinker and learn along the way 😁
Clones are everywhere it seems. I have a couple of quads that have clones. Although I hear they're a little better. Cheap stuff is everywhere these days!
I appreciate the info, comments, and sub!! 👍🏻👍🏻🍻
@@TractorFella hahahah!! I have a strong mechanical background, automotive repair, small engines now, and an electrician...
I just read a lot, and have learned a lot over the years.
Basically what you're doing, yeah same. 😊
But when I was younger I was very heavily into the automotive sector, but went into construction instead of automotive. Go figure! Would have made a great auto Tech, but you know what... I prefer small engines.
Motorcycles, lawnmowers, generators... So much easier! They rarely see salt, and road grime, so rust is only because people are careless, but when a mower was well cared for, or even at least just stored indoors and dry... Nary a single bit of rust, save for the wheels.
I really really enjoy working on these engines, and there is no feeling more satisfying (for me) than getting an engine running that looked hopeless.
I have a Tecumseh engine that my son brought home.. that he found in a forest hahaha!!!
I'm really really tempted to try to get it to actually run.. wouldn't that be wild!
You're welcome for the sub, and if I can help in any way with suggestions, or just banter . 😊
Love doing it!
Keep up the great videos, your talking to yourself, and constant banter is great!! I am similar myself when I work too.... "Why am I still talking to myself? Why am I asking myself that? Why am I asking myself why I'm asking myself?" 🤣
Glad to see another channel that adds humorous banter.
Very cool! Hopefully the construction business treated you well. I have friends that were in construction. One of them told me "You wake up sore every day. You'd think your body would get used to it. But it doesn't!" Good luck with the forest machine, sounds like a fun challenge!
I agree. Seeing something come back to life is very satisfying! Always makes me smile.
Sounds like we have similar humor hahah! Thanks again, I appreciate the kind words! We will see what the future brings 😁
I’m shocked at how many people are being in there old equipment and having everything fixed 😊😊😊
Just shows how bad things really are 😢😢😢
Trump 2024 ❤
Everything is so darn expensive 😫
Good evening, Aron! Is it Sunday already? I am excited, just had breakfast and am preparing for a 3 hour exam for my studies in economics today. „Management of complex problem situations“ is the name of the subject. Quite interesting, really. When I saw and heard you scrubbing the debris of the carburetor bowl I had to think of the time when I was kidding my brother by using a fork to make terrible scrubbing on a plate, that made him crazy, which I intended to do 😂😂 brothers do things like this sometimes. By the way: my favorite color is blue, too. I watch this video to the end now and go to my office desk again. Exam starts at 12:30 pm today. Press your thumbs and I will report how it went. Good night and sleep well 😘👍😴😴🍀 Finished to watch your new movie and it’s really encouraging to me because I have to address the not-starting mower of our tenant’s house 🐾because new people are coming next Sunday and take it over. Sin is shining today and before start overlooking my notes for the exam later this day I go for a short walk with my lovely yellow Labrador Sam. Cuddles to your two four-pawed fellows 😘😘🐾🐾
Hello, Maik!
Economics, that does sound interesting. I should probably take some courses in that so I can manage my budget better 😆 I bet you did great on your test! I'll still cross my fingers 😁 🤞🏻🤞🏻
That definitely sounds like something a brother would do to he's sibling 😂 A little fun family torture, lol
I'm glad I can pass on some encouragement. That's one thing I really enjoy about CZcams (aside from the fun of fixing stuff) are the positive comments and how I have helped a few people along the way. Makes me happy 😊
I hope you had a good walk on the beautiful day and good luck with your mower. I'm sure you'll have it fixed in no time! ✌🏻🍻
@@TractorFella hy Aron, thanks for pressing your thumbs: it helped a lot and I passed the exam really well! The lady professor was fine with my presentation. I am turning 56 this September and my greatest wish always was to reach an academic degree. While working in my own company as a consultant for finance and controlling I trained our students but myself didn’t have the time. Since 2016 when I sold my company I have the time and I am full of energy and so glad to study, most as the oldest students, sometimes even the professors are younger. I am excited 😆 I like to share daily stories with you and some phrases you use from time to time show me that you certainly have a good education, too. I wish you a nice Saturday evening and a relaxed Sunday with your wife and dogs. I take a rest, too, and will enjoy the nice weather. Bye for now and I see you next week 👍😘🍀🌞🐾🐾
@Maik1968 That's something to be proud of! Congratulations on passing!! 🍾🥂 I think it's great you're striving for your goal. You're never too old to go back to school, even if your professors are younger than you 😆
Yes, thank you, I went to a university and earned an automotive-based engineering degree (technology enhanced - gives you more hands-on fun). Hence why I like working on sometimes hopeless machines 😊
I have had a nice weekend so far, thank you, and I hope you have as well! Have a great Sunday! 🌞 🌼 🍻