Craftsman 5.5 hp 21" Briggs & Stratton 2-n-1 Deck Rear Bag Push Lawn Mower —

Craftsman 21inch self propelled mulcher w/ Honda 5.5 HP

Have had this for 2 years. Been the worst mower we've ever had. I had an older craftsman 22 push w/ briggs for 10 years mowing 2 large yards and a very large church yard for 4 of those years. Lasted forever, could cut through anything (w/ 3.75 hp). Got this to replace when other one finally died, have had engine rebuilt 2x by sears, first under warranty, second out of pocket. They changed oil after first year when they rebuilt it. After the second year I changed the oil.. this piece of **** took tons of my time trying to figure out how to drain the oil. Couldn't find a drain plug anywhere...looked in the manual after hours and turns out there isn't one. You have to turn it upside down to drain the oil out where you put it in. Now the last 3 times I have attempted to mow the .20 acre (maybe not that) yard with it only about 2 to 3 inches high, it acts like it has no power. Like the blades aren't turning very fast (I switched to the chute and it still couldn't even get the grass out the chute). I had to keep stopping today every min or two to pull the grass out of the underneath where it was supposed to come out the chute. Even with the blades off, it doesn't have nearly the power it did two months ago. Replaced spark plug, and within an hour of fighting (push mowing not using self propelled), took off spark plug and it was already fouled completely. There is something wrong internally with engine. The height has very little adjustment. It was a pretty mower that cost a lot but will never buy a Craftsman again and will not buy a mower with a Honda engine without a drain plug. Our pressure washer with Honda is 6 hp and it has a drain plug. Will prob buy a Troy-Bilt or other model with a Briggs engine. The self propelled is only good if it works. When you cant use it (like I cant now due to no power) it is like pushing 2 or 3 22 inch push mowers. I am good at fixing things especially mowers but this blows my mind. I could prob figure out why the engine itself seems to be powerful but its not getting to wheels or blades but it's not worth it. As soon as that's fixed the blade handle will break again... Lost cause...

Craftsman 5.5 hp 21" Briggs & Stratton 2-n-1 Deck Rear Bag Push Lawn Mower

is not recommended by TimWallace

Posted on Aug 24, 2009

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The most economical rear bag push unit offered at Sears. This unit is ideal for a small lawn or the first time buyer. A 5.5 ft-lbs gross torque Briggs & Stratton engine gives enough power for those small jobs. The 21" Dome style deck with Rear Bag offers close trimming from both sides. Large mouth grass bag with Craftsman Exclusive Dust Blocker makes unloading clippings faster and easier. 4 individual, 5 quick position height adjusters allowing for cutting options. The folding handle feature allows for more storage space. Fully assembled. No tools needed for assembly.
Brand Name	Craftsman
Product Name	5.5 hp 21" Briggs & Stratton 2-n-1 Deck Rear Bag Push Lawn Mower
Accessories Accepted:Side Discharge Clipping Deflector	#33088
Color:Overall Color	Storm gray
Cut:Cutting Deck Type	Dome
Cut:Cutting Positions	5
Cut:Cutting Range	1-1/4 to 3-1/2 in.
Cut:Deck Cut Width	21 in.
Disposal:Bag Material	Cloth
Disposal:Bag Type	Dust Blocker
Disposal:Disposal by Bagging	Yes, included
Disposal:Grass Disposal by Mulcher	Yes, installed
Fuel System:Fuel Capacity	1 qt.
Handles:Handles Fold For Easy Storage	Yes
Handles:Main Position	1-way
Included with Item:Item Weight	74.0 lbs.
Installation Requirements:Setup	Fully assembled
Maintenance Agreement	Available
Model Number	07138819000
Motor-Engine:Air Filter Type	Foam
Motor-Engine:Electronic Ignition	Yes
Motor-Engine:Engine Brand	Briggs & Stratton®
Motor-Engine:Has EZ Oil Fill/Drain With Dipstick	Yes
Motor-Engine:Lubrication System	Splash
Motor-Engine:Propulsion Type	Push
Motor-Engine:Starter Type	Extended rope
MPN	38819
Product Overview:Cutting Modes	Mulch, bag
Product Overview:General Warranty	2 year limited
Product Overview:Rear Bagger Type	Push
Tags	Accessories Accepted:Side Discharge Clipping Deflector:#33088 Color:Overall Color:Storm gray Cut:Cutting Deck Type:Dome Cut:Cutting Positions:5 Cut:Cutting Range:1-1/4 to 3-1/2 in. Cut:Deck Cut Width:21 in. Disposal:Bag Material:Cloth Disposal:Bag Type:Dust Blocker Disposal:Disposal By Bagging:Yes, included Disposal:Grass Disposal By Mulcher:Yes, installed Fuel System:Fuel Capacity:1 qt. Handles:Handles Fold For Easy Storage:Yes Handles:Main Position:1-way Included With Item:Item Weight:74.0 lbs. Installation Requirements:Setup:Fully assembled Motor Engine:Air Filter Type:Foam Motor Engine:Electronic Ignition:Yes Motor Engine:Engine Brand:Briggs & Stratton® Motor Engine:Has Ez Oil Fill/Drain With Dipstick:Yes Motor Engine:Lubrication System:Splash Motor Engine:Propulsion Type:Push Motor Engine:Starter Type:Extended rope Product Overview:Cutting Deck Style:Rear bag Product Overview:Cutting Modes:Mulch, bag Product Overview:General Warranty:2 year limited Product Overview:Rear Bagger Type:Push Wheels & Tires:Front:7 x 1.75 in. Wheels & Tires:Material:Poly Wheels & Tires:Rear:8 x 1.75 in. Wheels & Tires:Tread Pattern:Brick
Wheels & Tires:Front	7 x 1.75 in.
Wheels & Tires:Material	Poly
Wheels & Tires:Rear	8 x 1.75 in.
Wheels & Tires:Tread Pattern	Brick