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    volleyboy34 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 23, 2012, 11:20 AM
    John deere hydrostatic won't start but cranks
    I have a John Deere mower that will crank but not start. I have cleaned the carbs and checked the spark on the plug, both are good. I tried putting a small amount of fuel in the cylinder and all I got was a small back-fire. Any thoughts?
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    crigby Posts: 4,343, Reputation: 107
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    Jun 30, 2012, 09:21 PM
    Hi,
    Sounds like a Kohler engine with a sheared flywheel key.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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    Jun 30, 2012, 10:05 PM
    My tractor had a similar problem I just lightly jump started it with my car. I don't know if that helps you.
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