My ",Pony" is a 2023 model with a 15.5 HP Briggs & Stratton motor.

@IndRepair

7 күн бұрын

That is great!

Thanks for the video... I have a Troy-Bilt LTX 1842 built in 2003. Intek 18 HP engine. Same color. I noticed a lot newer ones is when you open the hood the side fenders come with it on my LTX 1842 just the hood opens and the fenders stay bolted to the frame and everything. Watching this video I can tell that all the frame and everything and all the metal way cheaper way thinner than my 2003 model. Mine was $1200 at Lowe's, but then again that was 2003. Yeah this one here is really cheaply made sad to say and I do like Troy-Bilt equipment. But I don't think I'd buy this if I had to buy a new one today.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

The LTX1842 is a tank for sure! Any mechanic will tell you they hate this hood design! I have seen about 10 of these newer, cheaper frames cracked or broken at the motor base!

I have an 2005 Troy Bilt Pony N779, 42" cost $1200 back then, had an engine rebuild caused by the seat safety switch, all the plastic holding the grille to the frame is broken, guess I should be happy it's still working.

@IndRepair

7 ай бұрын

They will last for a while if you take good care of them just not made well. You got a great deal compared to what they run now!

had my pony since around 06 still running, i'm hoping n praying it keeps going. Mow prices are through the roof. it's been a good mower i haven't been a good owner. But now I'm nicer to it because I don't won't have to buy a new one anytime soon.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the current prices should make everyone finesse their mower a little more! Hoping it lasts longer for you, do you keep it inside? Thanks for watching!

@Mazel_Tov_888

Жыл бұрын

@@IndRepair yes, my mower doesn't know what rain is. that's probably key to longevity. MTD should be ashamed of themselves for what they're putting out and what they're charging. I don't believe it's bc of supply chain issues, I think it's corporate greed.

I have an 11 year old yard machine that appears to be identical to this other than the reverse button and slightly different engine. They can last but probably need to be stored inside.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Yeah maintenance is key for sure! Nothing lasts forever if constantly stored outside! Thanks for watching!

ya, troy bilt is doing a GREAT job of lowering the quality of their mowers while simultaneously raising prices. Prices for low end riding mowers have gone up at least $700 in less than a year and they're still rising.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

This mower before covid was $1,399 new. Almost doubled in a couple years!Thanks for watching!

@mrbubetube

Жыл бұрын

@@IndRepair yep, the low end John Deere S100 lawn tractor was $1699 at Home Depot in November 2021. Now it's $2399 IF you can get it. Home Depot is removing gas powered mowers from their business and increasing the supply of electric mowers. Soon electric mowers will be the only choice unless you want to go back to reel push mowers and scythes

@horacewashington5887

Жыл бұрын

If it doesn't go back and forward what is it 7speed

@coryleeboxing3047

11 ай бұрын

@@IndRepairwow really

I modified the deck spindles making it possible to add grease.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Definitely a possibility, just wish they would make them to last for the normal consumer from the beginning. Thanks for watching!

@philliphall5198

Жыл бұрын

Antizee wheel shafts also or you’ll regret it later

@yubtypin

Жыл бұрын

If the bearings are sealed I didnt think adding grease would do any good.

@mrBDeye

Жыл бұрын

@@yubtypin I replaced the bearings with new. I did remove the inner seals. While I had the spindle taken apart I drilled and taped a hole on the side and screwed in a grease fitting. Another hole was drilled on opposite side to vent.

I just picked up this mower today with very limited use for $1000.. so I saved a ton. If I have to put a couple hundred into it down the road I'll still come out ahead.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

At $1000 for a residential yard this mower would be worth it for sure! Just police the yard before mowing, don't hit the stump or water shut off and it will last for quite a while!

@blitzbreppin9847

3 ай бұрын

​@@IndRepair is this worth buying 2017 model Briggs and Stratton 17.5 hp 7 speed for 500 on my local market??

@IndRepair

3 ай бұрын

@@blitzbreppin9847 I would check it out first but any more that runs and mows today should be worth $500. Thanks for watching!

Just bought this mower and found this video in hopes that it would explain better how to operate some of these levers that I didn't quite understand in the paperwork. I last had a Craftsman that lasted for 17 years and according to you I have just purchased a piece of crap. I'm going to take your advice and return it. As a single woman I cannot be dealing with something that's going to be giving me issues so quickly. 🤷 what would you recommend that's not going to break my bank account? My agonized over buying this without proper advice

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

I would recommend returning this for sure if you can! I would recommend Simplicity mowers if you have a dealer around. These mowers are made much better all around and the issues associated with these other brands are not an issue with the Simplicity line. Glad you found us before getting too far with the mower! Thanks for watching!

Which one would you say is a better lawn tractor thats gonna last.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

I would go with anything Simplicity if you have a local dealer

Thanks for the heads up. 2k that’s allot of money too throw in a peace of crap if I’m gonna spend allot for a mower it better be well worth it.

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

I agree!!! Thanks for watching!

@kevindavis4709

Жыл бұрын

@@IndRepair You’re very welcome 🙂

Where can I get more aggressive tires for the rear end or tire chains

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Chains and tires can be found pretty much anywhere online anymore depending on exactly what you are looking for. What are you planning on using it for?

That's the kind I got but the belts not staying thigh

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

If the belt is not staying tight it could be a worn out belt, bad cable, bad bearings or idler. Need to check everything out to be sure

@philliphall5198

Жыл бұрын

Or weak springs

I bought a new $3500 Troy Bilt riding mower. After 25 uses, the motor self-destructed. Turns out Troy Bilt is using Chinese-made engines. Taking it to their nearest "approved" warranty repair facility is 7-hours of driving.

@IndRepair

3 ай бұрын

I hear this story 3 times a week, warranties are a joke on any equipment you do not buy from someone that will service it themselves. The wait will be 6-12 weeks and they will probably claim inadequate maintenace like most other claims

What type of lifts are you using

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

The one shown is a Handy Sam 1000lb lift. I am not sure of the model number I bought it new from a guy who got it with his cruiser. They sell what looks to be exactly the same lift made by A Plus Lifts, Handy, Black Widow, Tuxedo, Pro Lift and many more. This says it is rated for 1,000 lb but I have used it for much heavier things and most of them with the same design and large cylinder are rated for 1,500 lb. It is made well. Thanks for watching!

Blade engagement

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

ok

I got this mower and it brand is yard something but the very same thing

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Yeah make them under a million names!

Do you have any answers for me thanks

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Need some more information

We have idler pulley that may fit your lawn mower. We can provide for free. Do you need?

@IndRepair

3 ай бұрын

We appreciate that but not something that is here anymore

Have 2015 model quality is way better on it than the new ones

@IndRepair

10 ай бұрын

Nice!!

Well, if they're so bad, why do they make em' in the first place. Every review of these mowers are not favorable. I have one and it does just what a MOWER is supposed to do., it cuts grass. So, they may be crap to you , but it 's a life saver for me.

@IndRepair

7 күн бұрын

There is a market for lower end anything, and many times it is the only option. I understand people need these mowers sometimes, and they can last a long time if taken well care of. If they are abused they will not hold up well at all

I got a great used one for 450$ come get it!!

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Haha this time of year you can barely give them away! Spring they go for twice that

Now that hydrostatic transmissions are available, NEVER buy one that has separate speeds.

@IndRepair

8 ай бұрын

I sure wouldn't either but the cost difference is pretty high anymore. Thanks for watching!

Not a big fan of those courage single cylinder engines there no where near as durable as the older command singles

@IndRepair

Ай бұрын

Definitely agree!

Worth about 1200.00 at best Not buying a k engine

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

$3,299 this weekend at Home Depot....WOW!!

That's my. Problem

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

ok

BRIGGS AND STRATTON is a better engine.....

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

I agree for sure.....

@TheSic9

9 ай бұрын

​@@IndRepairmy Briggs motor blew up on my pony with constant maintenance. Nope!

MTD POS

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Name 1 brand that isn't a POS that is made today and is remotely affordable...

@fixtritephil7712

Жыл бұрын

@@IndRepair Simplicity

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

Love Simplicity units (most) but they do ask almost double the price of these lower end units and many are still using the Briggs Intek engines

@fixtritephil7712

Жыл бұрын

@@IndRepair Honda power WTG

@IndRepair

Жыл бұрын

@@fixtritephil7712 Honda is toward top of the line quality and price and anything made by MTD normally sits towards the bottom in both...I will say I have always loved their push mowers but too bad that run is over also. Make way for new junk lines to move in next to the others and fill the gap

I never have good luck out of troybilts, to my opinion they are junk

@IndRepair

Ай бұрын

Thanks for your input and for watching