Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)/chain saw timing

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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 3/31/2007


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I have a mccullough 110 chain saw with points & condenser and wood like to know what the points gap should be. The flywheel has a arrow on it but cant find a point to set it to on the block.  

Answer
 Hello Rich:

 There is a Lobe on the Crankshaft that Opens and Closes the Point Set. Turn the Crankshaft Until the Lobe is Under the Point Set Lift and then Set the Point Set to .015in. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. 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.

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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.

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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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