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Old 06-04-2016, 10:01 AM
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Default Looking for help with the tuneup of my 2186
My tractor is running a little rough lately... Changed a very dirty air filter and pre-filter, but also have new spark plugs, fuel filter and oil filter. Problem is that I can't seem to locate where the fuel filter is on the engine. On other motors, the filter is obvious in placement on the outside of the engine. After a quick look, I could not see it anywhere obvious. Can someone help?

Also, I remember reading a trick to draining the oil out on forum. Would love the help there too...

Finally, my Cub has around 215 hrs (I purchased at about 190). Was always taken care of, but I was looking for suggestions about a transmission fluid change. And is it difficult to complete?

As far as my experience, I am comfortable with a standard changes of a car, but this will be my first experience with a tuneup for my mower.

Thank you very much.
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Old 06-04-2016, 04:41 PM
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Follow the fuel line back from the engine you'll find it.
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I didn't realize draining the oil was more complicated than putting a pan under the hole and pulling the plug....

Warm it up first.
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I didn't realize draining the oil was more complicated than putting a pan under the hole and pulling the plug....

Warm it up first.
Some folks like to know what to expect when they tackle something for the first time. It's better to ask questions on what to do and what happens than to fix a mistake later.

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( yeah, I'm one of those guys that reads directions / instructions before doing something for the first time. )
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Thank you for the back up... I'm someone who likes to learn for the mistakes of others and help those who follow me...
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Hardest part about changing oil is getting it from the drain to the catch pan. I've confiscated a couple old cookie sheets and such in an effort to be able to drain some of my mowers and NOT get it all over the deck, belts, mule drive and the floor.
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Thank you for the back up... I'm someone who likes to learn for the mistakes of others and help those who follow me...
Jon is very knowledgeable but after years of running his own shop and now running someone else's shop, he is "quick to the point". No sugar coating, no "nice customer service", just what needs to be done.

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