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Murray lawnmowers
I needed a lawnmower. I was at a yard sale, and they had a new Murray 21
inch self propelled for twenty bucks. It wouldn't start. Everything looked new, so I bought it. The float bowl was dirty, and the jet was clogged. Since then, I googled the model number, and lots of people said they didn't like theirs because they failed, either the frame or the propulsion system. I live in a dry climate, so think that the frame should hold up okay. Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? It has a five horse motor. Steve Visit my site at http://cabgbypasssurgery.com |
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On Jun 14, 4:50*am, "SteveB" wrote:
I needed a lawnmower. *I was at a yard sale, and they had a new Murray 21 inch self propelled for twenty bucks. *It wouldn't start. *Everything looked new, so I bought it. The float bowl was dirty, and the jet was clogged. Since then, I googled the model number, and lots of people said they didn't like theirs because they failed, either the frame or the propulsion system. I live in a dry climate, so think that the frame should hold up okay. Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? *It has a five horse motor. Steve Visit my site athttp://cabgbypasssurgery.com If thats all that was wrong you got a good deal, I think they are the cheapest in price so quality probably follows but for 20$ does it matter, just lube the drive system and keep engine oil clean. |
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On Jun 14, 4:50*am, "SteveB" wrote:
I needed a lawnmower. *I was at a yard sale, and they had a new Murray 21 inch self propelled for twenty bucks. *It wouldn't start. *Everything looked new, so I bought it. The float bowl was dirty, and the jet was clogged. Since then, I googled the model number, and lots of people said they didn't like theirs because they failed, either the frame or the propulsion system. I live in a dry climate, so think that the frame should hold up okay. Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? *It has a five horse motor. Steve Visit my site athttp://cabgbypasssurgery.com Murray's are Ok...I've had used ones for years. With a drive unit you will need to check for spark becuz the safety switches may be out of adjustment. bob |
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On Jun 14, 5:50*am, "SteveB" wrote:
I needed a lawnmower. *I was at a yard sale, and they had a new Murray 21 inch self propelled for twenty bucks. *It wouldn't start. *Everything looked new, so I bought it. The float bowl was dirty, and the jet was clogged. Since then, I googled the model number, and lots of people said they didn't like theirs because they failed, either the frame or the propulsion system. I live in a dry climate, so think that the frame should hold up okay. Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? *It has a five horse motor. Steve Visit my site athttp://cabgbypasssurgery.com There are people that will buy Murray/Craftsman and toss them when they go bad. A DIY'er might be happy in constantly fixing one. Personally, at my age, I'm done buying low end stuff that I want to work when I need it. |
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SteveB wrote:
I needed a lawnmower. I was at a yard sale, and they had a new Murray 21 inch self propelled for twenty bucks. It wouldn't start. Everything looked new, so I bought it. The float bowl was dirty, and the jet was clogged. Since then, I googled the model number, and lots of people said they didn't like theirs because they failed, either the frame or the propulsion system. I live in a dry climate, so think that the frame should hold up okay. Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? It has a five horse motor. Steve Visit my site at http://cabgbypasssurgery.com Junk -- LSMFT I haven't spoken to my wife in 18 months. I don't like to interrupt her. |
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On Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:50:41 -0600, "SteveB"
wrote: Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? It has a five horse motor. "Murray" is just a name. It the engine is a B&S, for $20.00 -- you done good. |
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On Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:30:05 -0700, Oren wrote:
On Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:50:41 -0600, "SteveB" wrote: Anyone have an opinion on Murray mowers? It has a five horse motor. "Murray" is just a name. It the engine is a B&S, for $20.00 -- you done good. Murtray is owned by B&S now. |
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