[AT] OT - JD STX38 fuel problems

[jfgrant]

Check the fuel cap to make sure the vent works. Probably pluged with a bug
or something.  Try mowing with the cap just on and not tight. If the mower
works, then repair/replace the cap. Good Luck.  JG
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mike S Meulenberg" <msm10301 at juno.com>
To: <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2004 11:35 PM
Subject: [AT] OT - JD STX38 fuel problems


> Hi All,
> I recently bought a little JD STX38 to cut my lawn. I have a problem with
> it running out of fuel in the fuel line even though the tank is full. I
> replaced the fuel filter after I bought the tractor, and after that it
> would run out of fuel after 5-10 minutes of mowing. I thought I solved
> the problem by filling the filter with fuel, thinking it was like a vapor
> lock. I mowed a couple times after that with no trouble. Now tonight the
> problem reared it's head again. The filter is dry as can be, and the gas
> only dribbles into the filter. Any thoughts as to what might be going on
> would be appreciated.
>
> Regards,
> Mike
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