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QUESTION: I just rebuilt a 12.5 hp briggs & stratton engine and when I took it apart I took off the carb and unhooked the governor completely now I have the motor back together but I cna not figure out how to hook the governor back up to the carb right so the motor will not start. I should have paid more attention when I took them off of the motor but it is a little late for that now. It would really help if you had any pictures that showed how they were hooked together cause I can not seem to find any on the internet, or a good description on how they go back together. Thank you
ANSWER: Hello Joe:
Send me the Model Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. The Carburetor Hook Ups Depend on the Model of the Engine. Thanks.
Respectfully
John
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Respectfully
John
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QUESTION: THe model number for that engine is 286707 and the type number is 0441
Hello Again Joe:
You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM and Enter the Model Numbers. Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View. Select the Fuel, Brackets, Control and Springs File. I am Using this for Reference. The Throttle Cable Attaches to the Throttle Control Bracket. The Cable Moves a Slide that Moves a Piviot. The Piviot has the Spring (#209) Attached to it and to the Governor Arm. The Solid Link (#202) Connects to the Governor Arm and goes to the Throttle Shaft on the Carburetor (shown under the Carburetor, Carburetor Kit File (#131, 131B). When the Throttle Cable is Moved it Moves the Piviot and the Piviot Pulls the Spring. The Spring Pulls the Governor Arm and the Governor Arm Moves the Throttle Shaft. 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.
Experience
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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