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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 11/13/2006


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.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John

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John C. Bridgers Sr.

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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 Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as 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.

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I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

Education/Credentials
Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.

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.

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