Riding Mower - Fix Brakes

https://youtu.be/wcdkxUALKjY

I bought a used riding mower.  I got it to run and move, but it wouldn't stop.  So this is how i fixed the disc break.

To fix the brake all you have to do is clean the gunk from around the disc.  I used a screwdriver as a scraper to remove the dirt and grass.  Then you need to tighten the 1 nut on the outside of the disc.  Tighten the nut just up until the point when the brake pads start to rub.  That's it.  It's a mechanical connection and it just needs to be tight.

The mower was a Murray riding mower, but this fix is the same for many older mowers.

Prior to fixing the brakes i had to deal with a carburetor that was spewing gas out of the air filter.  Also tons of white smoke.

Also the solenoid was bad and had to be replaced.

The wiring was a little confusing at first.  There are lots of safety switches that have to be pressed for it to start.

Also routine maintenance like adding a fuel filter.

Also adding a fuel shut-off is a good idea so the carb doesn't get flooded.

Pic of the murray mower

Another view of the mower.

Here's the carb float and needle. This was actually pretty clean.

This is the 16Hp motor.

And this is the new solenoid i installed.