Many times it is better to replace a starter than to repair it unless the repairs are minor. A lawn mower engine repair manual would be the best guide. You can find one at your local public library.
Need owners manual for ranch king pro riding lawn mower!
An MTD brand made for 20+ years. What is the actual question?
under a plastic cover, next to the carb,
Well then, yes, you might be a redneck...
Any good lawn mower repair shop should be able to order just about any brand of mower part for you. Good luck.
You can change the drive belt, on your lawnmower, by loosening the tensioner pulley. With the tensioner pulley, loosen the drive belt will come off and can be replaced.
Most all riding mowers use SAE 30 oil.
On a Ranch King lawn mower, the spring for the tension pulley typically attaches to a fixed point on the mower frame or deck and connects to the tension pulley itself. This setup allows the spring to provide the necessary tension to ensure proper operation of the mower's drive belt. Always refer to the owner's manual for specific diagrams and attachment points for your particular model.
How long is the drive belt
dheck tention on drive chain, probable too tight
The cord on your Honda lawn mower may not pull if it is tangled, the engine is seized, or the recoil starter is broken.
It is possible that an electric start lawn mower will not start because the starter is not working properly. The ignition may also be malfunctioning.