So today I worked on a riding mower that had a blown head gasket and no spark. Turns out a mouse had made a giant nest inside the cooling shroud which caused the engine to overheat and blow the gasket. It also chewed a bunch of wires for the ignition coil causing a no spark condition.
I've been doing this trick for years and figure I'd mention it:
I buy dryer sheets (the scented ones) and place them on top of the cooling shroud where the air intake is when the machine isn't in use. Mice hate the smell so they stay out of the equipment. I've known some antique car guys who use them in their cars as well to keep mice out of the interiors. Hope this helps someone!
I've been doing this trick for years and figure I'd mention it:
I buy dryer sheets (the scented ones) and place them on top of the cooling shroud where the air intake is when the machine isn't in use. Mice hate the smell so they stay out of the equipment. I've known some antique car guys who use them in their cars as well to keep mice out of the interiors. Hope this helps someone!