Mr. Bedell/ J-Mech: Followed your recommendations and pretty much cleaned all contacts of dirt and corrosion as well as checked all grounds etc. I was able to test the PTO switch from another Cub which I knew worked. We were able to get the clutch to activate...however...now when the pto engages it stalls the engine even at full throttle. The individual who sold me the tractor mentioned that he though the clutch was too loose and he tightened it. Could this cause the engine to stall? I dont think it is the mower deck because I can move the pulley/belts/blades with little force...in other words I dont think the mower is bound up.
We (dear friend helping me) found that the PTO switch has three positions and not just an OFF On mode. Pushing the switch upwards activates the clutch to the engaged position the the handle moves to a hold position while mowing and does not turn off until the 3rd position of OFF is selected. We're not sure we were moving the switch correctly.
Is the clutch too tight (drive belt to mower) or what is causing the engine to stall when the pto is activated?
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