Hi,

I have just finished restoring my sb45 17" and it won't drive. I removed the rear drum from the chassis but did not pull it apart. The cork on the friction plate is good. I have tried adjusting the clutch but when I have the clutch too loose it does not drive and when it is adjusted enough to gain friction it stalls the engine. before I restored the mower it was driving fine.

any suggestions out there?

cheers