Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): steering problem yard machines, proper manuals, klye

Question
QUESTION: I have a mid 90's yard machines(it was given to me, I don't know what year)

Anyways, the steering rod that connects the steering wheel to the tires popped off the little ball that it connects to(on the axle) to control the tires. It won't stay on when I mow and it's quite annoying. I can't quite figure out how to get it to stay on.

I know that's not very specific, if you need more details pleas email me, I really need help with this. jamesz71kyle@yahoo.com
ANSWER: Hello Kyle:

The Tie Rod End (Steering Rod) is Bad. Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manuals and Better Assist you. Thanks.

Respectfully

John

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QUESTION: Thanks for the quick reply:

now, I'm not sure if this is right, this is the model number off the engine:

model:287707 type:1224-E1 code:00322ZE

If there's anything else you need just try to tell me where to find it on the mower. Thanks for the help!
ANSWER: Hello Kyle:

Those Numbers Help for Engine Problems Only. Riding mower tags are located on the underside of the seat. With these Numbers I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. Thanks.

Respectfully

John

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QUESTION: Hey, here's the model number from under the seat:

13AM675G062
62055

and the serial number if that helps:
1D01OB40282

thanks for the help!

Answer
Hello Again Klye:

Thanks for the Information. Go to this Site Addy, http://www.buymtdonline.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Home_BuyMTDOnline_10101_19 and Select the Use Our Detailed Parts Finder. Then Enter the Model Numbers 13AM675G062 and Click Search. Then Double Click the Year Model 1997. This is the Breakdown/IPL I am Using for Reference. Now Select Front Steering Assembly. If you Tie Rod (#30) has the Adjustable Tie Rod, then you can Replace the Tie Rod Ends (#29 Part Number 723-0318). If the Mower has the Solid Tie Rod (#30 Part Number 747-0861) then you need to Purchase a New Tie Rod. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John