Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): lawn mower brakes, sears craftsman, briggs and stratton


Question
paul i have a sears craftsman 15hp briggs and stratton,42"cut,6speed transaxle,model 944.605050,engine model-28n707-type 0161-01.all that out of the way the brakes are poor to nill.i have adjusted the the brake rod to spec. 1 1/2".and still same problem.any suggestions?

Answer
I will tell you the same thing an auto mechanic would tell you if you asked this question about your car.

Hello, your brakes are shot, buy some new brake pads.  They will be about 15.00.

Pull the wheel off the brake side and take a look.  Difficulty level 3 on a 1-10 scale.

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