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 craftman chain saw that doing the following. When I pull the rope to start it, it catches. Seams as though it is backfiring. When I remove the spark plug it allows me to pull continously. when I put the plug back in I am unable to pull the rope. I checked the plug and has good spark. Never ran accross this problem before. help.
Answer Hello Otis:
Check the Exhaust Port and Muffler for Blockage. Check the Spark Arrestor Screen Also. If these are Clear, then Check the Flywheel Key. Remove the Flywheel From the Engine to Properly do this. It May Look Good while the Flywheel is Mounted, but it is Sheared when the Flywheel is Removed. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Thanks.
