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I just bought my first riding mower, a John Deere S130. I'm reading all of my instruction manual, and didn't understand the section on "Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels." Your video makes sense, and now I understand it better. Reading this entire manual, thoroughly.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 ай бұрын

Glad I could help

Man, you remind me of my Dad. A retired factory maintenance worker who fixed everything or would improvise like Macgyver. He'd set up shop in the morning (coffee) by the afternoon (beer) as he fixed the neighbor's lawn mowers, washing machines, microwaves , vacuums etc. In the evening (whiskey) he had a board meeting ( 5 neighbor's picking up whatever they dropped off for him to fix while having a drink with him.) He charged them absolutely nothing. In fact sometimes he paid for the parts himself. He was in asset to his community and a great father. Everyone misses him. Keep up the good work my friend.

@alanross3435

Ай бұрын

You’re a lucky man!☮✌🏻

I discovered Steve's videos about a year ago. They are my go to for guidance. I have learned so much from these. I also like seeing what beer he is featuring in the video. Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

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This channel is ole Yogi’s happy place, lol! I got 40 + old live oak and water oak trees and their roots in this Florida sandy mucky ground that it has turned my yard into a riding mower demolition derby. I’ve got an old JD 105 that has so many parts welded on it from other mowers I call it Frankenmower 😂 Had the wind knocked out of me a few times from the steering wheel where I wasn’t paying attention 🤕. Thanks for another great video Steve!

I inherited my Husqvarna 48in mower from my dad after he passed. It is 15 years old or so and still has the original anti-scalp rollers. He showed me the logic behind them. I took his word for it because he always kept his equipment in top-notch shape. Heck, he had a 40 year old Sears push mower that only had the blade, wheels and pull cord replaced.

I have been cutting grass with a riding mower for 50+ years and I never knew how scalp wheels worked. Thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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@tlm3574

Жыл бұрын

I just level the deck and set the scalp wheel 1/2 inch lower than bottom of deck. Done.

Thanks! I was scraping my lawn when mowing at 2inches height and wondered if the guide wheels needed to be moved, came looking on youtube and here is the answer.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

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some people make it easy to learn, your one of them , thanks for easy DIY videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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@poofypoopy8838

5 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon I've got a John deere l120 and it cuts unevenly. How do i adjust the deck. Mine doesn't have the rod and nut for adjustment. Its a plate on both sides with a bolt and nut. Hopefully that makes sense.

@johnhamilton9229

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, armed with this information maybe the will be less scalping. Less scalping equals a nicer lawn to look at with a really cold beer. I’m one of the few that reads and files my manuals,doesn’t always mean I remember it all. 😁thanks Steve.

Your videos are amazing. This fixed my mower, previous owner had the scalp wheels in the top holes. My yard looked terrible. Now it's fixed!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Great Video. You're right, I don't read the manuals. But with people like out there, I now make a lot fewer mistakes. You are GREAT at this, please keep at it!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

just a quick shout out to say thanks. i watched this video the other day to see how to set my wheels on my deck. after watching your video i reset my wheels and today when i mowed my lawn...finally no gouges. again, thanks for the videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Your other advice I’ve used has all been helpful, so I DO believe you! I’ll double check mine tomorrow!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 ай бұрын

Right on

Thank you Steve, I just slayed down sod and to my horror I scalped some sloppy areas in my E140. I was just about to buy a second mower until I saw this. You really saved me time & money, thanks again!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

I was looking for information about this subject because I have my deck off, so I thought I'd adjust these while I was at it. I *just knew* you'd have the information I needed.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Ай бұрын

Right on

Always looking for the TRUTH these days!!! Thanks for the information, still very relevant!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome

Hey thanks for the videos. I have JD 108 lawn tractor that started cutting unevenly. After searching UTube for adjustment solutions, I couldn’t find one. I remembered a video you made that said that one should check the tire pressure before any other adjustments. In that I didn’t find any adjustments on my tractor I fortunately remembered your statement and the truth that it bore. Thanks for the great advice! I owe you a six pack!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

I changed my blades on my LA 130. Reset the deck at 2.5 inches with a 2.0 inch blocks. Then went out and cut my grass. Scalped the grass alot. Just found out. I needed to reset my scalping wheels. Really thought I goofed up. Thanks, Small engine man. Shawn.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff

The best floating deck I had, was on a simplicity riding mower that I had a long time ago.

You are right Steve. Nobody reads owners manuals anymore when you have great informative videos like yours. Love them so much I subscribed. Drink a beer!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@dagrote1

4 жыл бұрын

No one reads them because they're so ineptly written they're almost unintelligible. Another reason is that 80% of them are designed only avert lawsuits. Do we really need to be told not to stick our heads underneath the deck when the blades are running?

Thank you. I was just going to lower the wheels on my brand new zero turn. I will leave them set where they are already.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

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Something you don't pay attention to, but clearly you should! Very helpful, thank you.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Thanks man. Super helpful. I just got a free x300 mower and set the wheel height properly thanks to your vid! Love your videos!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

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Hi Steve. Thanks again. I’m ashamed to admit i adjusted mine with a lump hammer last summer. Will do it properly from now on!!

I remember my late father looking at our John Deere X540 and said to me ‘ those wheels shouldn’t be riding on the ground ‘.... just proves he was right as he usually was ... 😀👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Right on

Mine was riding right on the ground. Going to raise them up a notch today. Thanks again Steve. :)

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

Thanks for the video Steve. I have the one on the left practically worn flat while the right one is good. i have purchased two new ones and will be replacing them both, plus adjust the mower deck height too. It's low on one side.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Right on

Thanks Steve Always learning from your videos ! I’ve always said the day you don’t learn something is a wasted day 🤗🤗👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

Funny, I replaced mine last year. I put them in the same spots the old worn out ones were. Now the front ones are worn out again. Glad to know how they’re actually supposed to be set now so when I replace them AGAIN, it’ll be correct!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

Right on buddy!

Stevo! Took care of my simple problem, but, DUH, I needed your help - THANKS!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

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Man who would have guessed that they're not supposed to ride on the ground. Thanks again Steve.🇺🇲😎

That is so true and I need to check mine again while Winter is here so the mowers will be ready for Spring when I have to take them back out and get back to cutting. Everyone should check their mowers and adjust their deck wheels or replace any bad wheels.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sid....

Right on , never knew that, good info. Sounds like a great Sunday afternoon job in the spring and a good reason to spend some time out in the shop.👍🍻

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Damn- I gonna readjust my X500’s wheels. They been leaving ruts for like the last 10 years. Thanks Steve! Nice Bavaria beer from Holland.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

I've never own a rider mower but this tip will be very use full in the future.

I am glad I found your website. You have already given me two very good things for mine .thanks a lot and keep on truck

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

I am glad he showed me that I got my JD. tractor from a relative didn't have no manual I will definitely check it out.👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

First of all, great beer selection. Second, very informative video. Issue solved. Thank you !

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Thanks Steve, I learned something new today, always a pleasure to see you videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

another great video man. ive been haveing this problem since i bought my john deer. every time I watch your videos i always learn something new thanks again bud have one for me by the way.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

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Nice little piece of knowledge Steve. Happy Mowing buddy

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Great video Steve. As always very informative. I knew what the wheels were for but did not know how to set them. Adios my friend. Muchas gracious .

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

Thank you for showing me this. My owners manual said nothing about them. My new mower has them completely off the ground in the lowest setting. I'll fix it.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

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I love your channel, have learned a lot, but, I have never heard of anyone mowing their lawn as low as 1 and a half inches, maybe it's just a different part of the country

I just watched a couple of videos and I feel so much smarter, by the time I watch more I'll be intelligent! Love your videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

Cool!

@alhearn2688

2 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon hi steve what type of grease fitting fits or goes on a troy bilt ride on mower model 13bb78bs563 serial 1d27mb40246 i have a 90 but i cannot get it to work the grease fitting strikes the rin on the tire of this machine

Hey Steve just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your videos and wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas have a great year and remember to keep Christ in your life. Simon

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

*_Steve is the best! Much love from Bangor, Maine._*

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Hey Steve, call me old school but I like to grease the deck wheel axle even tho the wheels aren't there to support the deck..Thx for teaching me lots about JD mower decks..

Beer is always good when your working on your equipment 👍

I did not know that so good to know. Now hopefully I can keep from scalping my prized moss and weeds 😄 very good video thank you👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Another great post Steve. Really enjoy them. Keep 'em coming.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Always great information Steve. I keep all your videos and they have saved me $$$ over time…….. Thanks

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

Very good video friend. Keep up the great work. Thanks a lot. SC Navy vet.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

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Thanks Steve I have a molar farm trike ride on which has kind of like dolly wheels on it but same principle and I’ve had them running on the ground so I’ve been doing the wrong thing, I thought something wasn’t right and this confirms it, thanks again mate have a merry Christmas, hey I love that video with you & Buchin about the fitting axe handles ❤️

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

Right on Dee, Thank You...

Thank you! I can’t believe how simple it is!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Merry Christmas Steve! Thanks for the common sense help and tips!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Hi Steve even though, I didn’t like your advertisement video for the very expensive stihl oil mix but I got to admit I learned something new today about these scalp wheel . Thanks a lot for this little information.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Glad you did a video on this common issue. I see them worn so bad they wear a groove in the deck bracket. Setting the wheels too low is also one of the culprits for breaking the mount off the deck.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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@bert7478

Жыл бұрын

That literally just happened to me. I had the blades replaced and noticed the first cut after that was scalping... today... the whole mount broke off.. now what 😳

@xmarkmechanic1

Жыл бұрын

@@bert7478 In the mower shop we would weld them back on the deck. Any weld shop or mower shop should help. A competent mower repair shop should also level your deck.

@bert7478

Жыл бұрын

@@xmarkmechanic1 thank you so much-loved. I talked to my neighbor and he said he can do it! I'm so glad I don't have to replace the deck or worse, the whole mower!!

Thank you so much. I have my first 53 inch John Deere zero turn so your information was valuable. Thanks again.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 ай бұрын

Very welcome

Just got a ARIENS 46in mower and have to replace the blade engage cable. Notice the wheels on left side are all the way down. Right side are Raised to highest Hole. Your was a great help. Thank you

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

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Steve always enjoy bro;-) not only are you a gentleman and a scholar you're a wizard too! Be blessed throughout the holidays and best of the new year bro to you and yours. Kindest Brother Brian

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian, you too...

I can use this knowledge on the job and save CX some frustration, Thanks Steve!! Cheers 🍻

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

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People have already said it below,....you make life much simpler

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

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The merriest of Christmas wishes to you and your Family Steve, and a very prosperous New year. Thanks for doing what you do.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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@jamesbutler5010

5 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon I have a Scag and with the antiscalp wheel not touch ing you scalp yard

Love your videos man let’s keep the beer flowing!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

I bought a Huskvarna 54" Zero turn several years ago at Lowes. It was a "customer return". My buddy told me the guy didn't like the way it cut grass. I bought it for a little more than half price and took it home. Well, I figured out why the guy didn't like it. He never adjusted the anti-scalp wheels at all! They were all the way up! Reset them like yours and I was good to go.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

Right on buddy....

@brianbailey462

Жыл бұрын

up..... but the problem with your comment is that his were all the way up also....

@TexasScout

Жыл бұрын

@@brianbailey462 Iadjusted them all the way DOWN.

@brianbailey462

Жыл бұрын

@@TexasScout so that means you are cutting higher than before? But possibly rolling on those wheels a lot more as well?

@TexasScout

Жыл бұрын

@@brianbailey462 I set the deck at 2.75" then adjusted the deck wheels to just touch the ground.

Steve Great taste in beer! I grew up in a small engine shop and I haven't seen a single vid I disagree with yet but sometimes the beer choice. LOL

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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@64t120r

5 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha! I don't drink, but I always look forward to seeing what Steve's Beer Da Jour is.

Ha! So that's what those wheels are really there for. Thanks for the education. Now I have to get them set up right and proper.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Steve Merry Christmas , we are looking forward to more videos to start out the new year

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Good info, no better time to crack open a cold one, as I watch your video.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Always a great explanation Steve, you're the best! 🍻

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

Thanks for the tip. Got mine all set now . Thanks bro.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

Hi. Thanks for the info. My old Snapper rear engine ride on lawn mower, that has a single blade, and an 8 hp engine, with the bicycle type handlebars, the worst thing about it I found in TX with Bermuda grass, where I would like to cut it to an inch long is that length seems to simply be too risky to get scalping with a floating deck type mower. The worst thing was it was designed without the anti scalp wheels. I bought a couple and rigged them on the back side of the platform because that was really the only place I could put them. At first, Ii had them too low and I had problems. But now apparently they are too high and if I hit a divot in the yard it will scalp some. Or if I don't cut only in the slowest speed, in turns there is a risk of scalping. In fact for the last 6 years I just said the heck with it and switched to a self propelled 22" mower that eliminates any problems. It almost never has an issue unless I have the mower too low. I will eyeball the wheels again with your tip and see if I can't improve it as I have a need to use it again with some health issues. My dad's tractor type mower, had rollers that went clear across the back of the deck and were very close to the ground and that to me was the best design, other than the newer 360 mowers.

Thanks Steve! Your advice is greatly helpful

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Thank you for your videos I always like tips on how to repair my small equipment pieces

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 ай бұрын

Glad to help

Way to go Steve. Again, nice to know useful information .

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Thanks cold beer & merry Christmas

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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You also want to ensure the tire pressure in all 4 wheels are set correctly first

@VanJerell90

Жыл бұрын

You are correct. I use offset gator blades and I was cutting lower than the setting on my lawn mower because of low tire pressure in one tire. This also caused my anti scalp wheels to roll on the ground.

Thanks for all the great info! Merry Christmas!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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I run a craftsman riding lawnmower from 1987 and it's still in great condition. One thing I noticed for parts, some stuff like starter solenoids count as engine parts. I called craftsman last summer looking for a starter solenoid and the lady didn't know what I was talking about. So in some cases you can't buy specific parts from your mower's manufacturer but have to get them from other vendors. Also, 6 months later I was in the local O'Reilly auto parts store and sure enough they carried a limited supply of riding lawnmower parts and the part I needed was there.

I agreed with you. There is a lawn service that cuts across the road ,and they scrape the ground every time they go across a small bank

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

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This is how I level out my holes in my yard and those overgrown varmint tunnels.😂

Thanks Steve now my lawn looks tops

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

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Thanks Steve. Happy yule tide to you and your family.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Another thing to check,before spring,again thx

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

3 жыл бұрын

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Thanks Steve another great video, best wishes for 2019.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Always a pleasure Steve... You are spot on the money with the wheel settings. I am spoiled with my newer JD XT500, I think at (8) years of age currently. My wheels are pinned & easily adj. & they also pivot around 180° for rolling the deck out versus dragging it out! Lol... Ain't nothing worse than scalping, especially rocky outcroppings... The rocks always win! Off subject here Steve. What are your thoughts on the Husqvarna XP 372 chainsaw. I like most things about it, however as with all today's saws, carburetor adj. screws are now capped, at least until the warranty runs out. Then my tach gets put to good use for H & L & idle. I think all one can do is idle adj. currently. The saw is bit dated now, but it still cuts real strong as I understand it. It would be a nice addition to my Husky Rancher at close to 20 yrs. old & has a used lower end in it now... Bill Farr... :-)

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

372XP is one of my favorite saws of all time....

Your beer quality is improving🙂

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Another great educational video Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Another great informative video Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Ok Steve, this makes perfect sense and I’ve been doing it wrong. I have a Craftsman (Huskavarna) Garden Tractor, 25HP, 48” mower deck. My question is what about the two rear plastic wheels? 1/2” up as well?? Thanks.

I admire your skillsets fella!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

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Love it, not too wordy, you dont insult my intelligence. Well done.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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👍🏻👌🏻Excellent information, really appreciated. Thankyou, cheers from 🇦🇺.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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ohhh Happy Holiday!!! great channel

Always great video pointers. Cheers!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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Great advice always had my dragging gonna fix that.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

Жыл бұрын

Right on

Thanks a lot for this video, which is exactly I am looking for.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

2 жыл бұрын

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Thanks that helped me out a lot after leveling deck

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear!

Thanks for sharing Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon

5 жыл бұрын

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