John Deere 116 opinion?

oliver guy

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Hello, I have a family member that has an older JD 116 mower that he said run fine last year and it wouldn't start this year with a new battery. (maybe bad solenoid) He said I could have it if I come get it. Can anyone tell me a little about them? What are the some of the problem areas to look for on these models? Is it a model worth fixing or just a disposable like the new ones? Thanks
 
The safety start switch, sometimes gives trouble. Also, be sure the ground cable from the battery is securely attached to the frame/engine. Should be a good item.
 
They are OK...they took the same small frame as the late 70's 108's and doubled the horsepower by packing a twin cylinder motor into it. It's not a pressurized oil system so you have to keep it on relatively flat ground otherwise they suffer the same fate as the 317's...Parts are easy to get from the JD dealer...
 

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