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How to Build a Mud Mower

Mud mowers are a lawn mower that has been converted into a mud bogging ATV. These can be a lot of fun and a great "at-home" project for the family. Hobbyists even install new, larger tires and engines to increase the capabilities of their mud mowers. Other improvements that can be done include suspension and driver guards. Mud mowers are a hobby that gives the hobbyist complete control of the look and make of the mower.

Things You'll Need

Riding lawn mower
Hammer
Screwdriver
Wrench
Heavy-duty work gloves

Instructions

- 1
  Ensure that the lawn mower is turned off and all fluids have been drained out of the mower.
- 2
  Flip the lawn mower upside down and secure it so that it doesn't wobble.
- 3
  Put on the heavy-duty work gloves to ensure that you don't cut yourself while removing the lawn mower blade.
- 4
  Use the wrench, screwdriver and hammer to remove the lawn mower blades.
- 5
  Use the wrench, screwdriver and hammer to remove the lawn mower blade guard.
- 6
  Inspect the bottom of the lawn mower while it's upside down. Remove anything that could be harmful to the driver while riding the lawn mower.
- 7
  Inspect the bottom of the lawn mower while it's upside down. Remove anything adding extra weight to the lawn mower.
- 8
  Flip the lawn mower back on its wheels and install any driver guards, seat belts or other safety features.
- 9
  Refill the fluids in the mud mower.
- 10
  Start the mud mower and take it for a test drive.

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