it runs perfect. except when i put it in gear, it makes a rattling, gear slipping noise. like the gears are not quite connecting properly. when on level or downhill, it's not quite as bad. but going on any incline or uphill, it very loud.
can i fix this myself??

thanx, larry the model 917252600

larry lowry, October 2006

Yes if you have patience and are a bit mech inclined but will have to tear it down and see which parts are damaged .....will be very helpfull to have a exploded veiw of it and can find this on the internet .....parts are usally avaiable thru mower parts store ...proably need to order them ......
I tore my down and with a little patience and common sense I fixed it ..........good luck

bg, October 2006