TECH TIPS
Dec 03, 2018
4 minutes
by Steve Turchet
GEARING UP
I bought a non-running, uncut M151. It was on a farm and had been sitting for about ten years. The engine started right up after I installed new batteries and ignition parts and flushed the old gas out of the tank and lines.
When I backed it out of the garage and shifted into first, the transmission locked up. It seems to be locked in two gears at once. Do you know what the problem is? Something simple I hope. — G. Martin
Unfortunately, probably not “simple.” The rear main shaft bearing may be worn out.
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