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| hydraulic fluid | 7/24/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: Can I use jack hydrualic oil in my craftsman hydrostatic mower?
A: I would say no. Depending on the year you may be able to drain the system and use 10W30 in some ...
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| Sears LT1000 tractor problem | 7/24/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: I have a sears craftsman LT1000. It has a Brigs vtwin 20hp intek single carb. When the blades are ...
A: Have you checked for a good spark at the cylinder that has the wet plug? The carb sends an even ...
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| Cutting Deck for Murray 125/102 40303x51 | 7/24/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: I have a Murray 125/102, model number 40303x51, i am looking to purchase another cutting deck. I do ...
A: What you didn't mention is if your looking to purchase a new, or used deck. Murray a few years ago ...
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| problem starting a B&S riding mower | 7/24/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: I purchased a 2 year old mower like new, with a 17.5 hp Briggs and Stratton. The problem is when I ...
A: Your engine is out of time. Either the flywheel key is sheared or the internal timing is off. ...
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| Stihl FS66 weed eater | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Stihl FS66 weed eater which is very hard to start when cold. I've checked and set the gap ...
A: You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Carburetor and Get Technical Information on Zama Carburetors at ...
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| 20hp mercury | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: i have a '76 mercury outboard and i snapped the recoil cord today. would you happen to have a ...
A: The Following is a Recoil Starter Repair Instruction File. Any Input/Suggestions are Appreciated. ...
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| oil pressure | 7/24/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: Just a follow up comment on the oil pressure reading i have on my craftsman DLS/3500 with A 1 CYL. ...
A: Ken, you also have to keep in mind, the reading Briggs gave me is right in the middle of your low ...
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| generator trouble | 7/24/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: i have a 5250 that surges. cleaned the carb but still will not settle down. what causs this?? Brent
A: If you have auto idle on the generator it could be the problem. The auto idle brings the engine to ...
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| Craftsman smell of gas when started lacks power | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Craftsman 19.5 hp 42" lacks power when the blades are engaged. slight smell of gas when started. the ...
A: The Briggs Carburetor Kit Number for the 4 Bolt Fuel Pump Carburetor is #693503 and the 3 Bolt Fuel ...
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| Drive Belt | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have gotten a Craftsmen 42" model #917.255430, SN 022493S 009895. The engine ran fine but the ...
A: Frpm your Description it Sounds like the Belt is Routed on the Clutch Idler Pulley Wrong and the ...
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| float bowl for huayi carb | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: my question is this, I have a generator with a jiangdong engine 6.5 hp. It has a huayi carb.I need ...
A: Send me the Model Numbers Off the Unit, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better ...
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| push mower | 7/24/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: 3 yr old 6hp briggs no spark. new plug new magneto set correctly. kill switch works properly. still ...
A: Are the magnets in the flywheel good, can you pick up the flywheel with a screw driver? Is the air ...
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| Oily air filter | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: My son accidently added fuel with oil additive (reserved for the leaf blower) to our new Honda ...
A: Sometimes the Oil in the Fuel Mix has Trouble being Pulled throught the Jet on a Gas Carburetor and ...
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| smoking engine | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Simplicity Regent 20 HP lawn tractor Mfg. #2690573. It has a V-twin extended life Briggs & ...
A: The Better the Explanation the Better I can Understand what is Happening and Hopefully Instruct you ...
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| Briggs & Stratton : 31C707-0154-E1 won't run | 7/24/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: pulling flywheel on Briggs & Stratton : 31C707-0154-E1 is there a keyway have gas and spark but no ...
A: yes my friend there is a shear key between the flywheel and crankshaft. BUT, this sounds to me to be ...
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| Tuff Toro K66 MO Hydro Transmission | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a 1999 Murray 52161x89 with the above mentioned transmission which just which quit on me ...
A: For a New Transaxle you can Try Outdoor Distrbutors @ 1-877-707-2787 and You can Use the Site Addys ...
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| Snapper Model 210 SS Trimmer | 7/24/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: This is 1987 unit with a plastic fuel tank [P/N 4-4414] that leaks. Can't find leak from outside ...
A: If I am Not Mistaken, the Rear Engine Plate Holds the Tank to the Engine Frame. You can View a ...
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| ariens snowblower | 7/23/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: Ariens ST 1032 snowblower, model 924052, serial 003105, engine is a 10 hp HM100, 159024C, serial ...
A: I'm just getting though a 9 day heat wave and your thinking snow :) Rule number 1, anytime you ...
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| Scotts Lawn Tractor L2548 | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: My Scotts Lawn tractor L2548 (purchased new in 2002)will start and run with the brake pedal pushed ...
A: This is Easy. The Seat Safety Switch is Bad or has a Bad Connection. The Following is the ...
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| Electrical diagram for scott/noma tractor | 7/23/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: I am looking for a wiring diagram for a Scott Brand tractor manufactured by Noma. Model # E4315050, ...
A: Norma was purchased by Murry. Murry is out of business or purchased by Briggs and Stratton, I think ...
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| Troy Bilt Trimmer carburetor trouble | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Troy Bilt TB70SS trimmer with a Zama 1Q carburetor. While trimming it suddenly stopped, as ...
A: Did you Set the Carburetor Mixture Screws? The Statement About "Very High RPM", Tells me the High ...
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| john deere 185 | 7/23/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: the deck is missing a part for height adjustment was wondering if some one has a diagram of the ...
A: http://jdpc.deere.com/jdpc/servlet/com.deere.u90490.partscatalog.view.servlets.HomePageServlet_Alt ...
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| Craftsman Rider Mower Model No. 536270301 | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a mid-engine riding mower 13.5 B&S electric start and it started up as usual the other day ...
A: 1- The Following is an Instruction File I Made for Checking and Repairing this Problem. Wrap a Wire ...
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| push mower wont crank after it gets hot | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have an old 1970 3 1/2 hp briggs and stratton classic push mower. It has a diaphram type carb. It ...
A: From your Description it Sounds like the Old Tank Mounted Briggs that has the Air Vane Governor ...
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| smoking engine | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I was using my Yard Machines riding mower tonight and after about 20 minutes of fine mowing, it ...
A: If the Smoke was White, then it was a Crankcase Contaminated Oil Smoke. This Color Smoke comes from ...
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| Chainsaw oil pump woes... | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Love your previous responses John. Is typical bar/chain pump a quick pull out and replace or is it ...
A: I Do What I can. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, ...
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| No fuel | 7/23/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: Tom, I have an Ariens Zoom 1640 with a Briggs 16 HP Intek engine. It started, ran fine for a few ...
A: Not sure what your referring to as a pick up tube. The only reference to pick-up tubes are with the ...
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| Toro Mower does not run with power | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: The mower was unused for 2 years, properly stored, and when I attempted to start the engine, it ...
A: You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, ...
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| craftsman weedeater | 7/23/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have heard that letting the fuel mixture in a gascan sit causes ethanol evaporation and then ...
A: You are Correct About the Ethanol Evaporation Problem with 2 Cycle Fuel. I Suggest you Mix your 2 ...
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| NEED A DIAGRAM FOR BELT REPLACEMENT | 7/22/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: I HAVE A hydro matic White GT-185 OHV model # 1446836H190.My problem is I don't know how the tension ...
A: The owners manual is the best place to look. Be sure to check on line to at their web site. There ...
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| B&S 5HP fires and dies. | 7/22/2008 | Fred Hemmer |
Q: My 5hp B&S (murray is the name brand) I don't have the serial number, mower was returned to me and ...
A: By pushing the prime constantly to keep the engine running you have become a fuel pump. Check the ...
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| Self propelled Craftsman mower | 7/22/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: I have a 5.5 year old 6.5 HP self propelled Craftsman walk behind mower. This model has the large ...
A: I have to have the Craftsman model number to know the type of mower style to help. Otherwise, you ...
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| Craftsman won't start | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a Craftsman riding mower, model 917.271141. I can not get it to start. Also, when I put the ...
A: To View a Breakdown of this Unit Go to this Site Addy, ...
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| too much oil -- now won't crank | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Craftsman riding mower with Briggs & Stratton 16 HP OHV with Turbo Cool --- Model 310707. I ...
A: LOL. Sorry I had to LOL. It makes me Feel so Good to Know I'm Not the Only One Who Goofs from Time ...
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| smoking engine | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I was using my Yard Machines riding mower tonight and after about 20 minutes of fine mowing, it ...
A: From your Description it Sounds like the Head Gasket May have Blown between the Cylinder and the ...
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| Murray Riding Lawn Mower | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have a 13 yr old Murray with a Briggs engine. I have replaced the battery and both plugs. The ...
A: You can View a Breakdown of this Mower At this Site Addy; ...
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| lawnmower spark plugs | 7/22/2008 | Tom Adinolfi |
Q: What type of spark plug do i need for a Dynamark 3.5 -DY750 - 581924 19.5inch blade lawnmower. ...
A: Ms. Susan, two different engine manufactures made engines for this mower. One is Briggs & Stratton, ...
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| Doesn't go out of gear | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I have pedal drive Troy-bilt lawn tractor, model X609G. The drive belt came off and after I put it ...
A: The X609G is the Series Model Numbers. Send me the Mower Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With ...
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| Mower won't fire | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: Craftsman model 917.2559105, 18hp electric start After mowing 2 weeks earlier, mower was parked in ...
A: From your Description it Sounds like a Safety Switch is Causing this Problem. The Coil May be Bad, ...
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| Briggs Magnum XE starts but won't run | 7/22/2008 | John C. Bridgers Sr. |
Q: I inherited a Choremaster power washer with a Briggs MagnumXE 6.0 engine that had not been run for ...
A: You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine at this Site Addy; ...
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