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| mower dies under a load | 2/9/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: Brigs and Stratton 18.5 hp model 31P777 type 0121-B1 on a snapper mower with a snow blower ...
A: Not the solenoid...these things either work or don't work. If they don't work the engine will not ...
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| Echo PB 260 Blower won't accelerate | 2/9/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I have a Echo PB260 blower. Serial # 05029920. It starts easy, idles fine and accelerates to about ...
A: Have had ignition coils cause this problem but you said you switched one out. Spark arrestor is ...
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| Toro carb issues | 2/7/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: Here's my issue. I have a CCR1000e from my Grandfather. It's in great shape, always stored indoors ...
A: It sounds like that there is a varnish build up in the main jets, keeping the fuel from flowing ...
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| troybuilt lawn tractor | 2/7/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: I was plowing snow with my model 609 when i lost my forward gear,the tractor only has a forward ...
A: can you supply more info ie is the gearbox manual , or hydro , if so what model - type there ...
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| jiffy ice auger only runs on primer | 2/7/2010 | Howard Buchin |
Q: i have a jiffy ice auger,model av520. circa 2001.engine will only run after being primed cuts out ...
A: Well, it sounds like you've pretty much covered the bases as far as checks and troubleshooting steps ...
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| 6 speed transaxle w/ high and low not easy to push | 2/7/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I have a 6 speed transaxle that was working fine but I took it apart to add more grease on the ...
A: Another trick I learned was not to add the grease or case sealing silicon until I'm certain all is ...
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| 42cc craftsman chainsaw | 2/6/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: chainsaws about 6 or 8 years old but still starts right up 1st or 2nd pull! but recently it started ...
A: Yes you will have to pull those plastic caps off. The saw being that old, it may not require a ...
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| shifter in lawnmower | 2/6/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I HAVE A 16.5 HP MURRAY MOWER THAT WAS GIVEN TO ME THE PROBLEM TO FIX WAS THE SHIFT ROD ASSEMBLY ...
A: If the belt is turning the trans, then thats not the case. If you find it hard to get in gear, allow ...
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| 12 HP Briggs problems | 2/6/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: I have a 1988 Simplicity Tractor that I use daily for my lawn care service and was wondering if it ...
A: most engines will only have a service life of 10 years after that repairs etc sky rocket given age ...
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| Starting Issue | 2/6/2010 | Howard Buchin |
Q: My Toro S-200 will only start when choke is out all the way and i hit the prime 10 times. Even ...
A: Make certain the controls are all set-up properly. Make sure the gas tank is at least half full and ...
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| tecumseh snow king 10hp | 2/6/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: engine starts up but dies after about a minute or so. after 2 or 3 minutes she starts up & does the ...
A: Sounds like there is a fuel delivery issue to the carb. Try removing the fuel cap to see if it is ...
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| husqvarna blower | 2/6/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: i have a husqvarna blower that has lost alot of its power when using. there are no "h"/"l" screws to ...
A: if unit has been in use a long period of time - and you have been running something like 25:1 ...
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| 6 speed transaxle w/ high and low not easy to push | 2/6/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I have a 6 speed transaxle that was working fine but I took it apart to add more grease on the ...
A: Something is binding inside. There are small tabs on each shaft bushing that need to be lined up ...
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| Engine bogs down and cuts off! | 2/6/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: I have an older snowblower that starts fine blades turn but when I start to blow the snow the engine ...
A: with flames out the exhaust may be worth while checking out timming , ( flywheel key bent ) could ...
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| 42cc craftsman chainsaw | 2/6/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: chainsaws about 6 or 8 years old but still starts right up 1st or 2nd pull! but recently it started ...
A: I would reccomend to go ahead and change the spark plug, fuel filter and air filter. Then it sounds ...
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| point/stator setting | 2/5/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: On Tecumseh 8 Hp engine How do I set the right clearance coil/statorplate and flywheel after I ...
A: can you let me know model and spec number off the engine plate is the engine 2 stroke or 4 stroke ...
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| 6 speed transaxle w/ high and low Problem | 2/5/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I have a 6 speed transaxle that was working fine but I took it apart to add more grease on the ...
A: It is not normal. This is an indication that the trans axle was put in a bind when reinstalling and ...
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| Test Ignition Module - Weak spark | 2/4/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: Can you tell me if it's possible to test the ignition module below with a VOM? It's producing a ...
A: idealy if you have the assy spinning over with the pull start and put a tester in -line with ...
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| Engine stars then dies | 2/4/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I have a Tecumseh engine, starts fine then dies, if I keep pushing primer blub the engine will keep ...
A: It sounds to me that you have a varnish issue in the carb. Most likely it will be varnish build up ...
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| honda powered generator | 2/4/2010 | Howard Buchin |
Q: I have a portable Dayton 10Kw generator powered by a Honda GX620 V-twin 20 hp aircooled gasoline ...
A: It appears that the carburetor is the source of your problem. CHeck to see if it set properly. If ...
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| Techumseh Engine Identification | 2/4/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: First off, I would like to thank you for trying to answering my question! I have what I believe to ...
A: There are many different engines by Techumseh made in this type. Unfortunately they made these ...
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| gx610 no spark | 2/4/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I have a honda gx610. no spark right side. New coil on right side still no spark. engine stop diodes ...
A: ON the Honda spark plug boots, you will find that you can unscrew a brass fitting inside the boot. ...
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| shifter in lawnmower | 2/4/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I HAVE A 16.5 HP MURRAY MOWER THAT WAS GIVEN TO ME THE PROBLEM TO FIX WAS THE SHIFT ROD ASSEMBLY ...
A: There could be many different issues going on here. Recheck your lever installation and make sure ...
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| Excess fuel? | 2/4/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I have a 1972 Coleman mini bike with a Sachs 5.3 hp, 49cc 2 stroke engine. When I run it I get a ...
A: The sachs engine are a good engine. How does it run is the question. If it runs pretty good, I would ...
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| removal of cuting deck on my huqsvarna | 2/3/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: I have a 25hp GTH2548 Kohler engine huqsvarna and I purchased a snow blade to install . I dont have ...
A: from memory the cutting deck should have 2 front drag link arms @ front of deck pull the 2 x R ...
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| Riding lawn mower wiring | 2/3/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: o.l. if ya know what i meen. but either way i can hook up a bettery to the starter and it turns the ...
A: First of all, there are a whole bunch of ridding mowers out there. Each one will be partial to its ...
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| Honda EM2200X Generator...What R.P.M. ?? | 2/3/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: ..What do I need to check to see what R.P.M. the Generator is running at? Thanks Again! Steve
A: from my info about generators from the states they should run at 3600 rpm 60 hz top no load speed ...
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| Briggs Stratton Modifications | 2/3/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I wanted to know if you could tell me the cheapest mods that gain the most HP for a Briggs 5HP and ...
A: Have you checked the go-cart racing forums? You can do anything from a header/air filter to offset ...
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| Tecumseh 10.5 hmsk105 Pulling/Startting Problem | 2/3/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I have a White Snow Thrower with a Tecumseh 10.5 hmsk105 motor. The machine is 10 years old. Last ...
A: Were you able to open the link? I keep receiving an error when trying to open it. If you have the ...
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| Engine dies after 10 - 15 seconds | 2/2/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I have a Stihl FS55R string trimmer that starts and dies after 10 - 15 seconds. I used it in early ...
A: Yes replacing the carb seems like the most logical next step. My advise on this is to get all the ...
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| Engine wont run unless partially in choke. | 2/2/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: I have a small Briggs and Stratton engine on a gokart im not sure about the model # but its in the ...
A: everthing being = and you have good compression and good spark at the right time the only other ...
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| starting problem | 2/2/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: Paul, I have a Craftsman riding mower with a Briggs and Stratton 31H777 0202e1 motor. When ...
A: pull the plug, rotate engine untill you feel compression - remove rocker cover , rotate engine ...
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| Tecumseh 10.5 hmsk105 Pulling/Startting Problem | 2/2/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: I have a White Snow Thrower with a Tecumseh 10.5 hmsk105 motor. The machine is 10 years old. Last ...
A: Did you check the valve clearance? This is a helpful link: http://www.cpdonline.com/692509.pdf ...
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| Honda EM220X Generator | 2/2/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: Hey Eric I also wanted to ad that I notice that the Throttle Lever on the Carb(When the Governor arm ...
A: I would leave it alone and run it. It's possible the governor are was stuck or binding internally ...
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| Ariens Snow-Thro with Tecumseh engine - valve problem | 2/2/2010 | Howard Buchin |
Q: My name is Krzysztof and I'm from Poland (Europe). I just got Ariens 10M-L60D snow blower with ...
A: My short answer to your question would be "No." Usually the valve need to be 'lapped' every now and ...
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| DEERE L111- STARTING | 2/1/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: I HAVE A JOHN DEERE, L111. IT DOES NOT START AT ALL. NO BATTERY CLICKING. THE BATTERY IS ONLY 1 1/2 ...
A: There are many electric issues that could keep the unit from starting with the key. I always start ...
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| starting problem | 2/1/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: Paul, I have a Craftsman riding mower with a Briggs and Stratton 31H777 0202e1 motor. When ...
A: have you checked out earth leads and grounds for battery and starter motor ? and checked for ...
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| starting problem | 2/1/2010 | Paul Nielsen |
Q: Paul, I have a Craftsman riding mower with a Briggs and Stratton 31H777 0202e1 motor. When ...
A: you mention battery is full charge and plenty of cca ( cold cranking amps) is the starter solenoid ...
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| Honda EM220X Generator | 2/1/2010 | Eric A. Jones |
Q: Hey Eric I also wanted to ad that I notice that the Throttle Lever on the Carb(When the Governor arm ...
A: It's possible the internal governor is broken. Not too common on Honda's but it can happen if the ...
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| yard machine 18HP-LT | 2/1/2010 | John M Tisch |
Q: My lawn tractor a 42inch cut yard machine (model 31H707)(type 0212E1) (code 020823ZD) will not start ...
A: The clicking noise you hear coming from under the carb, is the fuel shut off valve. This is normal. ...
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