Chances are that the brake is stuck. If the brake pedal is up then the linkage is probably stuck. Follow the rod from the brake pedal to the arm on the side of the rear axle. You should be able to push the arm forward and the brake will release. A little penetrating oil on the linkage where it pivots will help keep it from getting stuck again for a while. Just make sure you don't get it on the actual brake pads right behind the linkage.
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Ranch King is merely a brand name...the maker....MTD Products, Cleveland, Ohio.
MTD
Need owners manual for ranch king pro riding lawn mower!
Any good lawn mower repair shop should be able to order just about any brand of mower part for you. Good luck.
You can change the drive belt, on your lawnmower, by loosening the tensioner pulley. With the tensioner pulley, loosen the drive belt will come off and can be replaced.
under a plastic cover, next to the carb,
An MTD brand made for 20+ years. What is the actual question?
5L74 gates
Well then, yes, you might be a redneck...
A diagram can be found in related links.