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 need to locate the carb on a model 917 briggs and stratton crafstman mower. the mower will start for about 5 seconds and then die.
Answer Hello Chris:
You will need the Model Numbers Stamped into the Blower Housing(metal engine cover) above the Spark Plug. Go to this Addy http://www.outdoordistributors.com/ and Follow the Instructions to View the Breakdown/IPL Manual Online and Get the Carburetor Part Number. You can Contact Michelle @205-669-2500 and she can Assist you if you can't Locate the Part Number. She can also Assist in the Pricing. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks.
