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    Charley L Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 10, 2012, 09:31 AM
    Troubleshoot Craftsman lawn tractor model 917.287140
    I have a 4 year old 20 hp, 46" cut mower that always starts good the first time each day and will run good for 10-15 minutes then suddenly stops. After that I must wait 15+ minutes and then it will only run for 4-7 minutes. I have done all the simple things such as remove gas tank, new gas, filters, spark plug without any solution. What should I try next, I'm 70 miles away from any dealer.
    Thanks CL
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    crigby Posts: 4,343, Reputation: 107
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    Aug 12, 2012, 09:47 PM
    Hi,
    How about a stopped up gas cap.
    Peace,
    Clarke

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