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Thanks Dave! Would have liked to have figured it out myself and confident that I could have with pics and help of others as yourself on the forum. If the grass stopped growing and/or I had a back up machine … well, next time maybe!

Thanks Kevin!

Now if someone can walk me through how to post photos from my phone to the forum post/reply , I’ll include the pics of the switches I wrote of.
Thanks!

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Hello, Thanks all for your feedback and troubleshooting suggestions. A local small engine repair service who is also a Kohler Engine dealer replaced the ignition switch to a 6 Prong and reworked the wiring. Below are images of the original 5 prong switch , as well the one I tried replacing it with. ...

Thank you Kevin and thanks for sticking with me on this. As you say it could be any kind of system. I need someone who can take a look and say “hmm … I see what the last person did” … and go from there. To boot I notice that when I move the forward, reverse and neutral knob/lever around and back int...

Well… at this point I need to find someone who is experienced with Kohler Command engines and 782’s. Magnetos we’re replaced today with new ones and engine still did not start. It turns , but won’t start . There is still no spark either as that was tested with the old and a new plug. Could still be ...

Thank you Kevin for the feedback. My initial thought was to go with the cheap ones only because I am unsure that is what the issue is . I figured if something is causing the magneto(s) to fail and the new ones fail again, I wouldn’t be losing that much $$. As I do not know anything about all the wir...

Good morning! Back again with a follow up. Was able to remove the magnetos. Cleaned them up real well and checked again for Spark … none. About to order a two pack of new ones. Would like to know opinions / philosophies on Genuine OEM parts ($129) vs non- genuine OEM parts ($27), since the range in ...

Thank you Joe! I have a buddy who’s a bit more knowledgeable about these things. I believe he’ll have a pretty good idea once he reviews the thread /responses of everyone so far about my situation. Appreciate the offer to troubleshoot too, if you were going to be in my area! I split time between Coo...

When it comes to ordering the parts needed I am very confused right now. Can anyone suggest a process that’s direct and successful? It appears that I need an ignition switch that is compatible with the current engine in my 782 , not the original switch for the original engine. I may also need to ord...

Okay, so put the old ignition switch back in and found out that it is definitely shot, which is why I bought the new one. Thinking though that I bought the “factory” ignition switch for the original motor in the 782. I’ll have to search for the compatible ignition switch for the Kohler Command 18hp ...

Thank you Kevin and Tom! The ignition Switch that I replaced the old one with is a Cub Cadet 925-3021. It is an OEM part that replaces Prior MPN 725-3021. It says it fits models: 1210, 1710, 1711 (which I believe is a 782), 1712, 1912, 1914, 982, 984 and 986. I did look at the letters on the origina...

Thanks Tom! The cover on the air filter compartment says Kohler Command 18hp. I’ll check in the actual engine though. Thanks for the heads up on the manual download and possible magneto replacement. This one may be beyond me as I have never removed an engine or done any repairs in depth. Is there an...

Okay so latest update is that there is no Spark. That is , if I tested correctly? I took one of the plugs out completely and inserted it into the boot. I then placed the other end/tip on the engine block while attempting to start the engine . There was no spark. I then replaced with a new Sparkplug ...

Thanks Joe! Not sure Spinning is really the operative word for what the engine is doing. It just sounds like it wants to turn over/start , but does not. Going to check for a Spark now that I found out how to do that?! 😊 Thinking problem may be electrical in nature , but should also give the carb a g...

I meant remove the bracket that houses the gas tank in the last post, not the brakes!

Thanks Kevin! Back at it again this morning. Last time the machine ran well was about 20 days ago. I usually use it every 10 days or so, but it was not starting so had to use back-up mower last time. I always use fresh non-ethical gas. There shouldn’t be any stale gas in the carb. The battery is new...

Thanks both Kevin and Tom! I was successful in freeing up the Choke and Cable by using the Penetrating Oil. However , machine still will not start?? At times it spins as if it is going to start and at other times it just makes a sort of ticking noise (sounds like a meter running actually). Any sugge...

Hello, Hope all in the forum are doing well. Been MIA for a while myself. Can anyone please trouble shoot the Choke Cable knob not pulling out? Do I need to adjust something , or replace the cable? Also, can I do anything to replicate the function of the Choke to start my machine? Not sure where to ...

Thank you. I was able to order a set directly from Oregon . I was told though that there was a very limited supply and once they’re OOS they will not be made anymore.

I am looking to replace the Gator Style blades on the mower deck. It is a 50” deck on a 1984 782. I am very happy with the Gator style blade performance. I will keep the ones I have on the machine now and sharpen them to use for a second set once I get the new set. Can anyone help me with a part num...

Thanks very much!

Hello, The Model # on my 782 is: 144782100 The Serial # is: 2050601U731530 From what I have learned on-line my machine would be a CCC produced 782 (1982-1985), correct? If that is the case there seems to be no information on the Serial Number(s) to determine what year it was produced and built. Any ...

Yes, that’s it. There’s a Cub Cadet model one that I was looking at. Thanks!

Thank you . Not sure how to successfully include a photo from an ad? Tried to copy and paste , but no go. It appears from the image though that there would be no obstructions with the deck and the lift. When you say picking up the deck from one end only for maintenance, how is that done? I will atte...

Hello,
I am looking into purchasing a 550 lb capacity Hydrolic Cub Cadet tractor lift with 24” span. Can anyone tell me please if this will work for my 782? Is it a good investment for cleaning/maintaining the deck etc? Thanks!!

Got it, thanks!!

Thanks again for the tips on fuel , additives and fuel storage. Very helpful info going forward. I do believe I have a fuel shut off , but will check. Not quite sure what you mean Merk by turning off the fuel and letting the tractor run out of gas? Will check the plugs and electrodes too and clean. ...

Thank you Tom. Appreciate all the trouble shooting advice. When I started her and ran yesterday she appeared to run much better. I may just drain the fuel tank anyway and do as you suggest with the fuel sock and adding the in-line fuel filter.
Thanks again!