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Originally Posted by CMJAnew
LONG STORY: I seized the engine - took the cover off to replace the leaking seal (on the clutch side). I apparently did something to the oil pump, or got RTV in the wrong spot(s) I ran it maybe 3 minutes tops - YES WITH OIL IN IT -- I know what you're thinking (to move it enough to wash it off before reinstalling the pto clutch). Once I put the clutch back on I thought I should make sure it was working before putting all the shields etc on.
Started it .... ran about 3 seconds - stalled
Started it again .... ran about 1.5 seconds - stalled
Both times the "low oil light" came on.
Tried to start it a 3rd time - That's when it locked up. And it is locked up TIGHT!
On top of that, there is a serious leak in the rear end (minor leak until I pressure washed it).
Did I Mention -- I AM NOT A MECHANIC -- LOL!
I monkeyed with it some this morning and pretty much learned the crank case would have to be split to diagnose further (that's when I put it back together and decided to move on).
If I find tractor compatible with my mower deck and blower I'll keep this for parts. I'm hoping to find something before the snow flies.
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I see. Well, pm me if you decide to sell the tractor without the attachments, I may be interested.