AboutJohn C. Bridgers Sr. Expertise Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Experience
Past/Present clients I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.
Question I have a new Craftsman 55cc Max Fire Ignition 18" chain saw I received as a gift. On about the 3rd tank full it stalled out after running fine. I have been unable to get it to run again. I used the 40:1 mix with fresh gas. I am getting fuel to the cylinder, I have spark but changed the plug anyway. The air cleaner is fine but I do notice gas in the intake while trying to start it up. I checked the exhaust and cleaned it out (no real fouling anyway) and it pulls fine. Any suggestions? I am at a loss.
Thanks!!
Answer Hello Phil:
Are you Sure it Isn't Flooded? When a 2-cycle Engine Stalls Most Times it will Flood. To Clear a Flooded 2-cycle Engine Remove the Coil Lead from the Plug. Remove the Plug and Holding the Throttle Full Open, Pull the Starter 5 or 6 Times and Then Replace the Plug and Coil Lead. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks. Be Safe.
