Repairing a Craftsman lawn mower? This video demonstrates the proper and safe way to disassemble a lawn mower and how to access parts that may need to be tes.. Hello all, Ive been fixing mowers of all ages and types for a long time, this is one of the few times ive been stumped. What i have is a Craftsman rear wheel drive pushmower with a 7hp B&S mower Model# 917.377822. The self propel is out on it. Belt looks good, pulleys spin free, gearbox pulley spins, BOTH output shafts from the gearbox are turning.
Inspect the drive belt: Check the drive belt for wear and tear and replace it as needed. Lubricate moving parts: Lubricate the drive cable, wheels, and other moving parts with WD-40 or a similar lubricant. When to Call a Professional. While most repairs can be tackled with the right tools and knowledge, some problems are best left to the experts.. My rear wheels on this mower will not turn. The gear box which turn the rear wheels works and the axle turns but the pawl inside retainer drive is not engaging inside the the wheel part to turn the gear. I do not know if it is just the torsion spring which makes the pawl move or if it more parts.