Another thing that could be prohibiting your 127 from cold starting is poor weight of oil (I am using 10W-30 and it works good for starts) as well as the fact that it is a hydrostatic. I had difficulties starting my 147 in the cold, so I
-use 10w-30 oil.
-cleaned all of my wiring grounds.
-use high octane 93 fuel.
-put in a cold starting battery with high cold cranking amps from Tractor Supply. (even this sometimes doesn't help it turn over well)
-put a battery maintenance trickle charger on it when it's not running.
I've also been told that a magnetic heater for the rear end is a good idea, but haven't had to get one yet. If it dips down into the teens like it's supposed to next week, I might have to get one.
Good luck with your starts.
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Daniel G.
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(May 1970) 147 w/an IH spring assist, 48" deck, 42" blade, 1969 73, #2 trailer, 10" Brinly plow and (on loan) Dad's #2 tiller.
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