Other Vehicles

Changing the blades on your lawnmower is never really a fun task. This is especially true for riding lawnmowers such as the John Deere L130 where you have to remove the lower deck assembly before…

While kit cars have been around almost as long as the automobile, the industry itself has remained small and specialized. Blakely Auto Works was founded by mechanical engineer and former oval race…

The John Deere 314 is a garden tractor that was manufactured between 1979 and 1983. The 314 has a one-cylinder gasoline engine with 14 horsepower and a two-wheel drive chassis. The tractor…

The Husqvarna Group is a Swedish outdoor power equipment manufacturer that markets its chainsaws, trimmers, mowers and lawn tractors to customers in more than 100 countries. In Husqvarna lawn…

Machines and machine parts come with innumerable specifications, including bolt torque specs. Determining torque specifications for bolts on the electric clutch of a John Deere GT235 garden tractor…

The mower belt, like the belts used in automobiles, ensure the machine runs properly and smoothly. Removal and replacement of the belt are much like replacing a serpentine belt in your car -- you'll…

Go karts with both wheels under power use a live axle drive. This means that both wheels are bolted to a solid axle. The axle is driven by an engine via a chain and sprocket almost exactly like one…

The John Deere L130 is a 23-horsepower riding lawnmower that can go up to 5.5 mph forward and up to 3.2 mph in reverse. The mower has several enhancements, including an automatic transmission option,…

A go-kart, also known as an off-road buggy or shifter kart, is a simple designed vehicle with a small body, four wheels, seats and brakes. Additionally, some go-karts have engines, such as a…

Like the belts in an automobile, the belts on a John Deere mower have specific duties that ensure the machine runs properly. Installing a mower belt incorrectly can damage your mower or cut off the…

The Mitsubishi Lancer GTS is the upper trim level family sedan, and the Sportback version is a five-door hatchback. The Sportback is slightly larger than the sedan and is available with GTS trim. The…

Roketa is a well-known Chinese power-sport manufacturer that produces a line of off-road go karts with engine sizes ranging from 90 to 800 cc. The 250 cc models rely on a continuously variable…

Problems with switching a deck on a John Deere GT275 mower can occur when preparing to remove the old deck and while installing the new deck. The deck's belt, pins and suspension arms in particular…

Tractor pulling, or power pulling, is a popular motorsport in Europe, Australia, Brazil and the United States. The initial tractor pulling championships in the United States were conducted in Missouri…

Whether three- or four-wheeled, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are sources of fun for thousands of people. Because of their versatility and off-road capability, ATVs also are used as work vehicles for…

John Deere is a name synonymous with lawn and garden equipment, offering customers everything needed to maintain a landscape, including lawnmowers. Despite a reputation for dependability, the…

The John Deere 318 lawn tractor comes with a three-point hitch and hydraulic system that allows the use of special attachments, such as a garden plow or snowplow. Attaching a plow involves three…

A John Deere 31 rotary tiller is a machine designed to break up and cut soil, primarily in preparation for planting. The Deere 31 rotary tiller is no longer manufactured by John Deere, but owners and…

The John Deere Company makes gas-powered, walk-behind snowblowers. As a safety mechanism, their snowblowers are equipped with shear pins inside the auger shaft. Shear pins are typically made of…

Yamaha's Raptor 660 sport ATVs use an electric starter motor to bring their engines to life. The starter motor itself is little more than an electromagnet, which relies on a spinning, shaft-like…

The foot pedals on a John Deere lawnmower may not be at a comfortable height for all users. Adjusting the seat height can be sufficient to correct this in some situations, but others might require…

The Dyna and Sportster lines of Harley-Davidson motorcycles are both made up of cruisers. While several bikes and models over the years have fallen under the Sportster name, the Low Rider is a…

Yamaha's Warrior 350 series of all-terrain vehicles use a friction-based clutch to transfer engine power to the transmission and rear wheels. A series of fiber and steel plates are held tightly…

All carburetors used on Yamaha's line of all-terrain vehicles are affected by the slow degradation of gasoline during storage, which results in a goo-like substance that will clog the carburetor's…

The John Deere TRS 21 snow blower features a drive belt that must be properly tightened in order to ensure efficient machine operation. A loose John Deere TRS 21 belt can result in complete engine…

Your John Deere's 4240 diesel engine relies on a spark plug for ignition and an air filter to control air intake into the engine and ensure proper performance during operation. You can swap in a new…

The John Deere STX38 is a lawn tractor that was manufactured between 1988 and 1997 with a black or yellow deck. The engine is a one-cylinder, 12.5-horsepower model with a gas tank that holds up to…

The Massey Ferguson 1533 and 1433 farm and agricultural tractors share many characteristics. Farmers use both machines for the same jobs. Similarities included the 1533 and 1433 sharing…

The STX38 was a riding mower model produced by famed agricultural manufacturer, John Deere, during the 1980s and '90s. Although it is no longer made, many homeowners still use STX38 mowers in good…

ATV is a catchall acronym that stands for all terrain vehicle. It refers to many types of vehicles that are not designed for on-road use. ATVs are intended for use over rough terrain. While many ATVs…

The John Deere 56 is a 6-horsepower riding mower with a 28-inch deck, available with either a pull-start or electric ignition system. Starting problems can generally be narrowed down to issues with…

Since its foundation by a blacksmith 1837, the John Deere company has manufactured a wide range of agricultural implements, from tractors and riding mowers to tillers and backhoes. In 2006, the…

Vintage go-karts just may be motor sport Americana at its very best. Some pay top dollar for fully restored models, but haven't go-karts always been about scrappy ingenuity? This could be a something…

John Deere front end loaders (FEL) are available in a variety of sizes, from small lawn and garden tractors to full-size farm machinery. One of the advantages of the FEL is the variety of implements…

The design of go-kart wheels and drive systems varies according to anticipated use and road surfaces. Karts intended for pavement or hard surfaces benefit from a fixed axle drive wheel design. In the…

Go-karts are fun for zipping around a small racetrack or off-roading through a large yard. Typically, go-kart runs on a small, gas-powered engine similar to those found on a lawnmower. Starting one of…

The deck of the John Deere F525 mower is located at the front of the vehicle. Its hydrostatic transmission uses hydraulics to drive the mower, rather than belts and gears. Inside the transmission is a…

John Deere recommends lubricating the pivot points of the front axle assembly and mower deck spindles every 25 hours. Each of the pivot points has a grease fitting. Getting to the grease fittings in a…

The John Deere lawn mower has a mid-mower deck, also referred to as a mid-mount mower deck, that can become damaged over time, resulting in an inability to use the mower's blades. A new mid-mount…

The 1966 John Deere mowers featured a line of Kohler small engines that require proper wiring throughout the ignition system. Common wiring problems on these engines include those involving the spark…

The John Deere 214 mower features a drive belt beneath the motor that is responsible for the operation of the cutting blade. An incorrectly fitted belt that is not tight enough will result in the…

The Simplicity 7117 lawn tractor was part of the 7100 series of lawn and garden equipment manufactured from 1979 to about 1989. Simplicity Manufacturing produced the vehicles to till and plow soil,…

A go kart is a great way to introduce a child to driving. It’s also a great way to spend a day with your child building a creative project. You can create your own go kart with a diesel engine,…

Just like when you buy a car, a four-wheel-drive ATV will usually cost you more than the two-wheel-drive equivalent. However, sometimes a 4WD unit is not necessary for the applications you have…

Michigan is home to the Motor City, so it is fitting that the state would feature a variety of hot rod and muscle car shows throughout the year. Hot rods and muscle cars are typically older vehicles…

Plastic may be one of the most versatile building components, but it is still susceptible to wear and tear that can force cracks. All plastic repairs are fixed in a similar fashion, so no matter if…

An E-ring, also referred to as an E-clip, is a metal clip that is placed on the two front tires of your john deere tractor or lawnmower. The purpose of the clip is to hold the front wheels to the axel…

The John Deere L120 is a riding tractor-style lawn mower with a two-cylinder, 22-horsepower gas engine with over two gallons in fuel tank capacity. The weight of the lawn mower is approximately 530…

Various attachments for the John Deere 160 can give the riding lawn mower additional versatility. One of those attachments is a snow blower, which makes the machine as useful in the winter as it is in…

Due to their high-performance engines, sports cars often require premium gas, making trips to the pump even more painful. Even with the "Premium Only" label staring at you every time you…