Well after 5 months I completed the engine rebuild and install on my 2002 LS140. Given the $$$ I have spent on MANY dealer parts + machine shops (head and crank reworked, sleeves...), I would have been better off with a crate engine or got a machine that was in better running order. And yes it is important to keep the start spring for the fuel pump in place in the timing cover when you rebuild - 8 hours later and a paper clip, she seem to be running OK. Since I am a new operator not sure on some things. How jumpy/bumpy are these with new tire on hard / non dirt surfaces? I'm not sure the right aux hand control for the bucket is working right - how does it differ from what the right foot peddle does? Can I empty/change the hydro oil by removing the return and running the pump? Thanks, Fred