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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Scotts PTO issue | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: I have a Scotts Garden Tractor (100 hrs) Kohler engine Family 2KHXS.725GC Model CV725S Command ... A: Ray first you need to make sure that the battery does not have any weak cells,try a to install a ... | |
| briggs engine40H777-0241E1 | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: I am trying to replace my engine on my mower mod# 40H777-0241E1 with another engine and im trying to ... A: David I have enclosed some information for you. REPLACEMENT ENGINE INFORMATION Replacement Engine: ... | |
| Honda gx670 carburetor keeps flooding out | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Honda 24 hp v-twin gx670 (I am not sure of the year, I bought a golf cart of someone ... A: Josh Yes having gasket issues will have a affect on the engine especially the Honda carburetors. ... | |
| snowblower | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: i have a troybuilt 2410 snowblower that i bought brand new in january 2010. i used it all last year ... A: Don What you have is a leaking needle seat in the carburetor,Gas will get into the crankcase when ... | |
| B&S 21 hp intek | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: I have 2 year old B&S 21 hp inek engine on my lawn tractor. At the end of the season I was cutting ... A: Ben Sounds like you may have carburetor problems,when the engine ran at a high RPM a Throttle spring ... | |
| Carb Leaking | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: Older Briggs 190402 8696. I think 7 h.p. on simplicity snowblower. I have rebuilt this carb a ... A: Bill There is a answer from one of our other experts Eric, I will post here what he has to say on ... | |
| Toro 14.38hxl model 71217 | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: Our ride on mower has always been very good at going up hills around our yard until recently. It ... A: Darren SYMPTOM - LOW POWER GOING UP HILLS POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION -Check engine RPM ... | |
| Magneto | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: Engine# 143-544012 serial # 4276-03268 the only number i could find on the magneto was the cover ... A: Matt The magneto you have is producing spark? something else is wrong then check to see if the ... | |
| Craftman 944.524691 motor Briggs & Stratton | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: i have a problem with machine, last week i tried to start the motor without success (with electric ... A: Martin You would need to remove the carburetor and clean it and/or rebuild it there is dirt ... | |
| Craftsman 9.0 snowblower model # 247.888530 | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: My snowblower with Tecumseh engine 9.0 will not keep running after I have been working. Also it will ... A: Greg Sounds like the gas running out is in the float,it may be sticking this is a common problem ... | |
| Plastic Float | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: My Poulan tiller with a B&S engine started just fine the first season I used it. The next season it ... A: David What you need to do is remove the carburetor and take the float bowl off. Then make sure the ... | |
| hm100 tecumseh 159075E kickback | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I have the engine mentioned above mounted on a log splitter. If the engine is warm it will start ... A: Rob it probably has something to do with the magnets and the revolutions when the engines spins at a ... | |
| hm100 tecumseh 159075E kickback | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I have the engine mentioned above mounted on a log splitter. If the engine is warm it will start ... A: Robb These engines had allot of problems with kickback. I was into a HM100 with electronic ... | |
| Honda G400 engine misfires | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I have an older Honda G400 powered Honda generator. The engine starts okay but needs several tries ... A: Chris Since you have taken the heads off, did you readjust the valves? Also when a engine heats up ... | |
| 2 cycle honing | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: though I know that even with light scratches, a new cylinder might be required in some cases. I got ... A: ET I have used both hones with the ball hone you get a better finish, the straight hone in your case ... | |
| honing 2 cycle cylinder | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: What's been your experience in honing a 2 cycle cylinder if you have lost some compression and want ... A: ET Phone Home Just had to say that LOL The best hone is a ball hone you get the cross hatches you ... | |
| Primer bulb on a Poulan 446T pole chain saw trimmer | 12/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Poulan 446T and the fuel lines rotted. The fuel tank has a large and small line. The carb ... A: Charles Since I don't have the year or the serial # I can only guess what one you have, Here is a ... | |
| KAWASAKI FD750 ENGINE | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A KAWASAKI FD750 ENGINE THAT I PUT ON A LOG SPLITTER THE PROBLEM I HAVE IS THAT AFTER RUNNING ... A: Try adjusting the high speed jet on the bottom side of the carb and adjusting the idle air mix on ... | |
| Engine will not run but fires and pops | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I have an EX CELL PRO LINE 2500psi Pressure Washer. Honda GX200 6.5 196cm3 engine. Number on engine ... A: Preston This may be a problem with the pump it self try to have someone hold open the high pressure ... | |
| Tecumseh HM100 no spark | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gilson snowblower with an HM100 159041C. Mice had nested under the flywheel. With no spark, ... A: Greg You said the magnets look like it is missing some of it surface,wow pretty bad mouse.Make sure ... | |
| snow chief | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: i have a snow chief red in color good shape electric and gas start 4hp 20 inch path what is the ... A: Every person has their own idea of what good condition is check these links out this will give you ... | |
| Wont start | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: Poulan Pro 24 HP riding mower. Model 968999516, Serial 081258547. Briggs 24 HP extended life. ... A: Don Remove the air cleaner and inspect the choke plate mounted on a shaft at the opening of the ... | |
| 240 John Deere lawn tractor | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: A friend of mine has a lawn tractor, john deere 240 with a Kawasaki 13hp engine. This is all the ... A: Stephen The carburetor needs to be roved and cleaned out there may be some debris stuck in the jets ... | |
| Dad's Briggs Stratton Chipper won't start | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: My father has a 10HP Briggs Stratton Mulcher (204412 0276ei) Last year he accidentally added ... A: Steve When you add a oil/gas mixture to a 4 stroke engine you will mess up the carburetor,air & ... | |
| Wiring research | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: Murray Ultra Automatic Drive, 17 H.P. Briggs & Stratton Diamond I/C, 46" deck riding mower. Inlaws ... A: William Is this a Lawn Tractor or is it a Garden tractor They make about 35 of these some more ... | |
| Sears blower | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: I was given a Craftsman Blower #636-796911 ---37.7 cc taht hasen't run in abouy 6-7 yrs. I drained ... A: eric The mix needs to be 50-1 not 20-1 what is happening the engine is burning to hot and wont ... | |
| Briggs Stratton swap | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a log splitter with a BS 650, 124T0-0121 motor. I want to replace it with a BS 675 ... A: The crankshaft for this engine 123K02 is Crankshaft: 691451 PTO (Extension): Tapped 3/8-24, 2 WK & ... | |
| Briggs Stratton swap | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a log splitter with a BS 650, 124T0-0121 motor. I want to replace it with a BS 675 ... A: Stephen The replacement engine recommended by Briggs is a 126L02-1002. MSRP: $331.00 Crankshaft: ... | |
| Compact Tractor | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: I came across this forum and it seems you know an awful lot about these things. I have A Gutbrod ... A: David Sounds like you may have a governor problem,the governor works with the engine when there is a ... | |
| yamakoyo 5.5hp gasoline engine | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: Yamakoyo 5.5hp gasoline engine is 5 months old and is mounted on a murray go kart.Starts fine but ... A: uthman Check the settings for the governor springs,make sure that what ever holes the springs is ... | |
| murray riding mower | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: my headlights work when the key is in the light position but not in the run position ??? model# ... A: Bruce That is normal as most cutting is done during the day. This gives you a option to tun the ... | |
| husqvarna YTH 180 mower | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: what kind of engine oil does it use? are there any specific winterization maintenance things that ... A: ken Usually 30 W oil is recommended.If it is the type of engine with a separate oil filler. Then use ... | |
| SnowCheif | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a True Value snow blower and need some help and parts; the snow blowers information is below. ... A: Glenwood The part # 691799 is not used on the carburetor for your engine. Where did you get that ... | |
| 5 HP rotortiller engine | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: i have a 5 HP Briggs and Stratton engine that had a stuck intake valve. I un seized the valve ... A: Al Sounds like the carburetor is messed up due to the mix of fuel & oil, I would take the carburetor ... | |
| John Deere 345 | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2000 John Deere Model 345 with a 20 HP Kawasaki water cooled engine. I thought the battery ... A: Kurt Common problems with battery's not charging are bad battery rectifier,Low engine speed or ... | |
| non starting ltx1842 troy built mower | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a ltx1842 Troy Built/Briggs&Stratton mower that was running great two weeks ago now she is ... A: Joey Take some Carburetor spray and spray some in the intake of the carburetor,if it starts then ... | |
| sears genuarter model 580.320191 | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: 32191 searle is 0226674/ ok so hear is what wrong i start up the generator and it starts in one pull ... A: Glenn How long has this generator been sitting with out being used? The first test on a portable ... | |
| Honda GSV 120 | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: My dad's mower won't start. He has replaced the ignition coil, plug, fuel, oil and air filter but to ... A: Keith Fuel, Air, Spark, Timing. Diagnosing a balky engine is not difficult but a step-by-step ... | |
| craftsman lawn@garden tractor | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I reciently rescued a complete sears craftsman lawn tractor mod. #ST16 from the shreder. the man ... A: Dan Sorry none of the engine numbers match 143640022 that is the tractor number not a engine ... | |
| Tiller starts but stays at idle | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a used Yard Machine Tiller, about 12 years old. It is running a Briggs and Stratton ... A: Neil First of all I never asked you to buy a carburetor from me! Here is what I wrote "ANSWER: ... | |
| No start 8HP Tecumseh = weak spark | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: Model HM80 - 155020. No start situation. Spark is too weak to jump plug gap. Point air gap set at ... A: Jim For starters, I would remove the flywheel cover, Re gap between the flywheel and coil 0.018. ... | |
| chainsaw | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: model 358.351810 serial 08015D300264 craftsman chainsaw Ignition module went out replaced with oem ... A: dwayne Take off the muffler and inspect the cylinder walls. If there is scratches/gouges, the ... | |
| Tiller starts but stays at idle | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a used Yard Machine Tiller, about 12 years old. It is running a Briggs and Stratton ... A: Neil I think at this point replacing the carburetor may be your best bet,somehow the fuel ports are ... | |
| tecumseh OHV17 small engine | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: Ben, How do you adjust valves ...into what spec...for a OHV17 Tecumseh engine on a Murray riding ... A: Tom Since all i have to go by is just a model # and no other numbers here is a close answer. You ... | |
| broken pinion gear on starter | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton Model 28Q777, Type 0681-01 Code: 970217ZE engine on a riding mower. I ... A: Dale i do not know what starter Nappa sold you as they do not sell OEM parts,things that look ... | |
| Tiller starts but stays at idle | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a used Yard Machine Tiller, about 12 years old. It is running a Briggs and Stratton ... A: Neil This engine does not have a internal governor,all control's are on the outside. This engine is ... | |
| B&S intek rebuild kit | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: My mower starts and then dies-with starting fluid. Removed the fuel line and appears that ... A: Ron Seems like you have carburetor problems, unfortunately the do not have a rebuild kit just ... | |
| lawn mower will not keep running | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a craftsman garden tractor, it has a 26hp Kohler pro V twin courage engine in it. model ... A: James You have a battery charge rectifier that is bad causing a no charge problem to the battery. ... | |
| Toro wheel horse wont stay started when the PTO is engaged | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: When I start up my wheel horse lawn tractor 416-H and engage the Pt0 and start going forward the ... A: Shawn Is it a manual PTO or electric PTO? Sounds like yo may have a bad safety switch on the seat ... | |
| Kawasaki engine in JD Gator | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a John Deere Gator from the 1980's. Until recently it ran fine for it's age. Now gasoline ... A: Duane Most likely the carburetor is dirty, there are quite a few parts to this carburetor,go to this ... | |
| Stalling | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have replaced the spark plug, removed and cleaned carb. My mower will start for a very short ... A: Brian Thanks for the model information. There is a float needle that goes into a seat on the ... | |
| Honda engine stops running | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: Honda gx200 running a pressure washer-will run great then will begin to run a little ruff then stops ... A: David One possibility might be that you need to disasemble the carb and do a good cleaning of all ... | |
| lawnmower drive broken | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: I own a Craftsman 917.370722 rear drive mower. Drive is gone. Mower runs well, & V-belt seems fine. ... A: Tom This part is not worth trying to repair as the part's will cost you more than a new drive. Have ... | |
| Spark plug | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a used a dual stage,snowblower, manufactured by Outdoor products in Brampton, Ontario, ... A: Kevin You neighbor is incorrect,the reason the muffler is getting hot is that the engine timing is ... | |
| blades will not engage when i pull yellow switch | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a john deere 145 lawn tractor model 050915YG25120. Here is another number 4417770116E1 and ... A: brad You may have a bad PTO or a bad PTO switch. What you need to do is check the switch first,with ... | |
| Engine Stop Cable Replacement for Murray 22265x8c | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to replace the engine stop cable (model 1101363MA) on a Murray Push Lawn Mower ... A: Dennis install the engine side first then you can install the handle side. Up on the handle you ... | |
| John Deere SRX75 clicking when "gas pedal" presses | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: Hey Ben, My lawn mower runs and sounds perfect when idling and not in motion. Once I press the pedal ... A: James Check the drive belt pulleys they may be going bad the mandrels may have grease fittings on ... | |
| John Deere lx173 - won't start | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: When the lawn mower is cold, it starts briefly then quits like it is flooded. Plus gas is coming ... A: Bart A flooded engine, most likely due to extended unsuccessful attempts at starting or a defective ... | |
| RPM | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have tecumseh ohh60 6hp engine that i need to set the rpm i noticed that there is a screw at the ... A: Jose The screw on the bottom is the main jet,leave that in the position you found it. That is not ... | |
| kohler 16.5 | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: mod#cv16s spec#43513 serial#2807502103 My kohler command 16.5 starts and runs great for about 10-15 ... A: tom Check for stuck float, plugged fuel filter or fuel line. All tanks have a screen inside them to ... | |
| zero turning radius husqvarna 17.5 hsp | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: lawnmower will not start put new plug cleaned air and gas filter getting fuel no spark A: james you may have a few problems the safety switches may be bad causing the ignition module to ... | |
| Toro Lawn Mower | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: Why does my self propelled lawn mower idle rough, but when I engage the blade it run smoothly? This ... A: Tom You may have put the engine out of time when you hit the stump. Take off the fan cover so you ... | |
| 1997 yard machine riding 12hp mower blowes fuses only when I turn off the key | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: ..my 38" yard machine blows fuses only when I turn mower off... runs fine...I change key switch and ... A: Chris Does this happens when you are finished cutting? When you turn off the PTO for the blades it ... | |
| jumping a car FROM a 12 volt lawnmower | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old yardman 25 hp 46 cut riding mower (sorry, don't know the info you clearly ... A: lynda Yes that is correct using a car to jump start a mower can & may burn out certain electrical ... | |
| startering | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: My question is, I have a generator, with a Wisconsin engine, ey35....the last time i used it it ... A: Al If you get me the model # and any other numbers on the generator I can look up the parts. The ... | |
| B&S engine problem | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman riding lawn tractor, model # 273451 with a B&S engine # 446777, Type 0246-E1. ... A: Bob When the engine quits is it low on oil.Some have built in oil sensors so that if the oil gets ... | |
| McCulloch FR21 Chainsaw | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a McCulloch FR21 chainsaw approximately 10 years old. Used for light duty around the house ... A: Matt yes the carburetor needs cleaned and the fuel lines may be cracked, remove the carburetor and ... | |
| Poulan Riding Mower Problem | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Poulan riding mower. 16 & 1/2hp briggs. The model number of the motor is 310707, type ... A: Stephen You probably have a fuel/air mixture problem. You should clean out and adjust your ... | |
| Cub Cadet Mod 2135 SN/136-214F100 | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: Brake interlock switch, tractor starts and runs only if brake is set. If I try to put it in gear or ... A: Dan Sounds like the safety switches may have a problem. You have a safety switch under the seat & ... | |
| compression issue | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a kohler command 14 hp cv14s that has a hard time cranking.First checked starter, starter and ... A: Brian If you have Good Compression When the Engine is Cold, then Check the Compression When the ... | |
| Tecumseh crankcase breather | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: I recently became aware of needing to maintain the crankcase breather on small engines and am ... A: Duane That is the breather tube, I have enclosed a parts list for you to see how it comes apart. Yes ... | |
| No Spark | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton 28D707 Type 002501 11Hp motor. It is on a Craftsman model 917.254230 ... A: gary Have you checked to make sure the engine timing is correct. The amount of clearance between ... | |
| engine - gas mixed with oil | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently started an Toro wheel horse model 12-31xl that had sat for a long time. It seemed to run ... A: chet This is a carburetor problem you have most likely the carb has problems with crud settling in ... | |
| Alternator output | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a John Deere garden tractor, model 322, and the battery/charging light is on. The voltage at ... A: Charlie It's possible the regulator is bad, I believe that engine uses a regulator. You can check ... | |
| LT160 start problems | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: My name is Verne and thank you for your service in Vietnam. I have an LT160 (Deere) about two ... A: Verne Your Welcome from a Viet Nam Vet This mower is as far as the engine is concerned doesn't have ... | |
| B&S 8000,-13.500 elite series generator | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: 15.0 vanguard ohv engine m/n246435 type# 0112-B1 code# 09030449 my question is that i removed the ... A: Brian The carburetor is running rich which means it is getting too much fuel and not enough ... | |
| mower adjustments | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: my toro tv5002 comercial mower model# 22040. i bought this ol girl in 1996 i think. eight months out ... A: donald The early Toro commercials (22035 is the predecessor to the 22040) 3 speed trans lacked the ... | |
| disassemble a 32cc bushwacker | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: My pull cord broke and I am trying to replace. I have the shaft cable off and am looking at the ... A: Mike If you take off the housing the recoil will be attached you need to remove the starter housing ... | |
| Honda XR2600 pressure washer won't run right | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: It is a XR2600 with a GC160 engine, I recently cleaned out the carb with gumout carb and choke ... A: Mike The unloader valve might be the problem there is no way to test it. You need to remove it & see ... | |
| Tecumseh 7 HP | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a used John Deere model 57 with a Tecumseh 7 hp engine. I was mowing and it just stopped ... A: Mark This is probably the most common problem you are likely to encounter. The cause is very often ... | |
| swaping kohler for b&s | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: Ben, I have a 2004 Craftsman LT2000 42" tractor with a 17.5HP Kohler Engine(mod # CV490-27532. ... A: Andrew yes you will have a lot of issues #1 the wiring is completely different as the brigs uses a ... | |
| Honda XR2600 pressure washer won't run right | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: It is a XR2600 with a GC160 engine, I recently cleaned out the carb with gumout carb and choke ... A: mike Did you take the carburetor apart to clean It? That is rally way to get it really cleaned ... | |
| valve adjustment | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: Ben setting the valve lash , Im i right too think that after the exhaust valve compresses and ... A: maurice Setting the valve lash is done on the compression stroke,We allow just a little bit just ... | |
| 25hp Kohler Courage | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: 25 hp Kohler Courage engine on a 2007 Gravely zt2552xl mower. Motor spec#PS-SV730-0017, ... A: todd You just answered your own question.(Problem seems to go away with positive choke applied.) ... | |
| Craftsman 21 in hi-tunnel mulcher mower | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 21 in hi-tunnel mulcher mower, model 917.378892 that will no longer run. It ... A: Gary Since you are priming the engine and it starts at least you know it is getting spark.determine ... | |
| Kohler Command engine stall | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Simplicity Hydrostatic riding mower that I purchased new in 1996. It has a kohler Command ... A: Robert Are you a creature of habit,do you mow your lawn the same way every time? You mean the coil ... | |
| Lawn Mower engine | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a newer Briggs and Stratton 3.75 HP Sprint engine. The Model # is 96902. The Type is 0110 01 ... A: This engine also has a brake when you pull the handle down it releases the brake this might be ... | |
| Riding Mower starting problem | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I obtained a Sears 10 HP rear engine riding mower. Model # 536.270112 Engine I believe is a 10 HP ... A: Steve From what you are saying you may have a defective battery even tho that's rare. to check the ... | |
| Spark plug knock | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a brand new Kipor KGE6500E home generator with the KG390 ohv gas engine. Unleaded fuel is ... A: Laurence If the fuel is not of a octane of 89 or above it will cause premature ignition firing as ... | |
| Craftsman mower oil leak on deck | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: The Sears mower (model 143.046702, displ 195 cc) is leaking oil from the bottom part of the engine ... A: Pradipta It could be a number of things a blown head gasket,the seal may be leaking from the ... | |
| Troy Built TB146EC 4 cycle tiller | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: This tiller has started and worked fine until this morning I started it and thick smoke came out of ... A: Bob Your breather may be clogged up or not installed correctly. Another reason is when you ... | |
| Interlock Switch Troubleshooting | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: When you push in the brake it starts fine but when you let out the brake it dies. As long as you ... A: dean Temporally remove the brake switch lock out and install a jumper (get a small wire ) and strip ... | |
| Murray rider model 287707 type 1272-e1 code 991217ze | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Murray rider 14.5 ohv I/c quite motor. Thy I can't seem to figure out for the life of me ... A: Anthony How long does this run before it shuts down? What you can do is test the unit with a spark ... | |
| Problem | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: Have a 48" mower that sputtered a little while mowing so I cut it off and now it won't start back ... A: Jeff You probably have to remove the carburetor and clean/rebuild it. Condition of gasoline: Old or ... | |
| RD L118 20 HP Inteck | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: Model 406777 Type 0139 E1 Code 031024YG Has been great runner. Engine starts with choke, but after ... A: Craig The only thing you didn't check was the carburetor.You need to clean the carburetor and ... | |
| kohler engine | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: My Craftsman riding lawnmower has a Kohler Pro 16.5hp engine in it. My problem is it will pass all ... A: David The solenoid is used as a anti back fire device so when the engine is turned off the gas flow ... | |
| Riding Mower | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton Mod.#42E707 Type #2631-E1. After starting once or twice,it acts like ... A: Joe more than likely the valves are in need of adjustment. Having the valves out of adjustment ... | |
| electrical problem | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gravelly 991041-ZT 2660HD. It will not start by sitting in the seat and turning the ... A: Ralph Try By-Passing the seat switch, unplug it and take a paper clip or small wire to make both ... | |
| LAWN MOWER | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: i HAVE A CRAFTSMAN 7.0 HP 21" HI-TUNNEL MULCHER, FRONT GEAR DRIVE. MODEL #: 917-378642; SERIAL #: ... A: BOB well Bob you just answered your own question,sounds like you have a carburetor problem.Some of ... | |
| HONDA MODEL GXV530 TYPE EXA1 | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: the Honda engine on my Sears tractor surges and runs lean. I put a new carb and fuel filter on it ... A: Randy Did you add stabilizer to the fuel before you put it away? When you ran out of gas,you ... | |
| Rebuild kit | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a briggs & stratton Model 28U707-1113-E1 motor on my mower. It needs rebuild. I've not found ... A: Oscar B & S CARB OVERHAUL KIT #690191 is for a Walbro Carburetor also the gasket kit is #690192 B ... | |
| B&S engine knocking at shutdown | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I am having a couple of problems with my Murray Riding Mower; the engine is a B&S model ... A: Wayne What you need to check is the fuel solenoid this is on the bottom of the carb attached to ... | |
| B&S Model 28N707-0160.01 Blowing Oil thru Crankcase Breather Tube into Air Cleaner | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: First time user here, sure hope you can help me. The above mentioned engine powers my Craftsman ... A: Tim when you rebuilt the carb did you make sure the needle valve is installed correctly? This is ... | |
| where to obtain a replacement | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: We broke the drive belt on our Craftman Kohler Pro 16 OHV mower, have a terrible time trying to ... A: sue The model # 9172710c is missing a few numbers 0 results found for model # 9172710c Get the ... | |
| knocking | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: i have a 17hp B&S model# 311707 type-0132e1 that is knocking. i assumed it was a bad rod so i opened ... A: john Your engine is about to blow. That knocking sound is indicative of a connecting rod bearing out ... | |
| blows smoke | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a kohler command 17.5hp ohv scotts riding lawn mower I have replaced the coil and spark plug ... A: Andy Sounds like you have 2 things going on. First, you may have worn out valves stem seals. You ... | |
| Ariens Hydro | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: I have an Ariens YT12, model #935020, serial # is unknown. The problem I'm having is it's moving ... A: Lance You may to try and purge the tractor hydro drive by going back and forth in a short distance ... | |
| Simplicity Broadmoor runs weak under load | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a Simplicity Broadmoor Hydro 14 lawn tractor with a Kohler CV14S engine Serial No. ... A: John Have you checked the deck belts to make sure nothing is binding.Also you may have to adjust ... | |
| Blown Fuses | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: Ben I have a Troy Bilt GTX18 1998 Model 13074.Will run good as long as I don't try to use PTO for ... A: First of all welcome home brother and thanks for YOUR SERVICE!! I'd check the blade spindles and ... | |
| Electrical - 1998 Scott's Lawn Tractor | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: It is completely dead even with a new battery. The tractor sat for about 10 years and had mice ... A: Gary There are other safety switches on this tractor there is 1 for the brakes,1 for the PTO (Blade ... | |
| Mower starter problem | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Grasshopper lawnmower, Model # 718, serial # 454880 with a delco starter on the Kohler ... A: Keith Hit the solenoid to see if it is hanging up. with starter motor turning on its own like you ... | |
| sears LT1000 917.271652 | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: so here is the long and the short my craftsman lawn tractor runs a B&S 310707-0137E1 and i have ... A: Evan Somewhere while you were rebuilding the carburetor something may have been installed wrong. Do ... | |
| new piston rod orientation | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: Hey Ben i have a briggs and stratton engine 28R707-0140-01 off a sears craftsman lawn mower that ... A: John First here are the torque specs http://www.small-engines.com/torque.html If you have metal ... | |
| Weedeater Featherlite Pull Rope | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I replace the pull rope on my weed eater but don't know how to keep it anchored so it doesn't pull ... A: Jeff I can't tell you exactly how to recoil your spring since there are many different models but ... | |
| safety swithes on Murray 42" - model 42515x92A riding mower | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Murray 42", model 42515x92A mower with a tecumseh engine. The seat safety switch plunger is ... A: Larry Yes it would the seat switch when not compressed leaves a open circuit. This prevents the ... | |
| Troy Bilt TB20CS | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: The attachments on by troy bilt trimmer will not spin, even when pulling the throttle. The shaft ... A: Frankie try to see if the shaft spins when you can put a hold on it try to stop it from spinning ... | |
| broken pinion gear on starter | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 B&S 15 hp mower (Model 28Q777 Type 0681-01) that has a third broken plastic starter ... A: Dale if it is not loose then it is fine does it look like it may be warped from the heat of the ... | |
| 14 horse Briggs kicks back, won't start. | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: This is a Wards Signature 2000 with a 14 horse Briggs (28707) and Hydrostatic drive. It's ... A: Bill You may need to adjust your valves having them out of adjustment will cause a engine to start ... | |
| Leaf Blower | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Long story short, I have a leaf blower that won't start. It's a Craftsman, Model # 358. 797931, ... A: Matt I will try to give you some insight about the workings of the engine. Ok Number 1 it may sound ... | |
| toro lawn tractor can jump it from starter but wont stay running | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: just put a new belt on and sharpened my blades now my lawn mower wont start.i can jump it from the ... A: Chris Seems like you have a few problems,First we have to get the engine to spin with the spark plug ... | |
| toro lawn tractor can jump it from starter but wont stay running | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: just put a new belt on and sharpened my blades now my lawn mower wont start.i can jump it from the ... A: Chris Have you checked the safety switch's on the deck and on the mower? There is a PTO Switch ... | |
| follow-up on the Honda situation | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I flushed the tank, hooked the fuel hoses up again. I turned on the fuel shutoff valve and left the ... A: Ron For some reason I can not find the follow up message are you sure it was me? Did you e-mail it ... | |
| lawn mower tractor wont start | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: hey Ben i have a 1998 craftsman tractor with a Kohler pro v twin 23 hrs power engine for some reason ... A: vlad have you checked all the safety switch's? These will cause the engine not to start,also check ... | |
| Craftsman Weedwacker fuel line | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a replacement fuel line for my Craftsman Weed Whacker model 358796260. The line that ... A: Lee The part number that you purchased was it a 530069216? The fuel line routing is from the filter ... | |
| Kohler ch20 | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a Kohler ch20, serial number 2532101787. The family is skh624u1g2ra. Im having trouble using ... A: Paul Allot of times you need to do a compression test and a leak down test that will tell you where ... | |
| stihl 260 chainsaw | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a stihl 260 and it was running perfect and jsut decided to shut down one day. i went throught ... A: Allen If the muffler is affecting the engine ,then you have intake problem what happens there is a ... | |
| Fuel in crankcase | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Sears (Murray) 36" riding mower with Tecumseh Model# TMV220 Spec#127093F 10HP engine. ... A: Dave The needle valve in your carburetor is stuck open. Remove the carb, take apart and clean. ... | |
| John Deere 445 won't start | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I started mowing with my JD 445 and I got off of it because I thought the seat safety switch needed ... A: Todd You may want to check all the safety switches the one for the PTO, the one for the brake also ... | |
| lx188 John Deere stalling | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: my mower will start when its cold but after running 5-10 mins it stalls. It will start back after ... A: Barry Sounds like your coil may be breaking down when the engine gets hot.What you need to do is use ... | |
| Lawnboy parts | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have what I think is 1988 Lawn boy model # 7268A...the primer bulb unit (esterior black rubber ... A: Alex yes you can still get this part Lawn Boy 610482 (replaces 607310) Bulb-Primer also here is ... | |
| Murray Rider 309029x92B Won't start | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: Last weekend I was mowing the yard when the mower suddenly quit. Pretty loud racket and some ... A: Ken When you test the starter from the 1 post goes to the solenoid the other post on the solenoid ... | |
| engine replacement | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: Is their a replacement engine for a LAWNBOY MODEL#10424 DURAFORCE GOLDPRO 6.5 HP? (THIS IS A 2 ... A: WOODY I can not any that would replace this especially a Kawasaki engine, Briggs , Tecumseh or ... | |
| Briggs & Stratton 6.0 HP on Craftsman 22" lawn mower | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: B&S model 12H807-2632-E1-000308057 on Craftsman Mod 917-377170; ser no. 031300M 008006.We have been ... A: Gary Sounds like you may need to rebuild the carburetor,there may be some build up of stale gas ... | |
| wont start | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a DYT 4000 craftsman with a 18.5 briggs 31P7770348E1 I was having charging issues and found ... A: Charles Carb backfiring is due to a worn intake valve spring not pulling the valve closed after it ... | |
| Briggs and Straton | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 1995 White Outdoor Power Roto Boss 550 Model number 215-447-190. Engine is a B&S MN# ... A: How long has the fuel been in the carburetor? Smell the gas it may smell stale,raunchy or old. What ... | |
| John Deere SRX75 | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a John Deere SRX75. It has I guess what they call a variator drive system. The mower surges ... A: David Sounds to me like you may have a stuck center sheave in the variator itself. This part moves ... | |
| 725r 31cc will not start | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: iI ran my 725r weed eater without mixture of gas/oil and now it will not start but tried when pulled ... A: Joe You should never run a 2 cycle engine without mixed oil/gas. A few minutes and you will have a ... | |
| Murray Rider 309029x92NA Won't start | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Last weekend I was mowing the yard when the mower suddenly quit. Pretty loud racket and some ... A: Kenneth Use your Jumper Cable Set and Attach the Positive Lead Onto the Positive Post of the ... | |
| back lash | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: i have a stump grinder powered with a honda gx390, it has a back lash ever time i pull the core, ... A: Sal Sounds like the timing is out,check the key way on the engine shaft. To see if they are lined ... | |
| Briggs engine 284707 | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: never used this service before, thanks for donating your time. I have a Briggs 12hp #284707-1026E1 ... A: Eric how long did it run ? are you having trouble with it charging ? in order to get a proper ... | |
| Throttle has no effect, motor runs top speed | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I have an older Murray mower with a Tecumseh engine. Model 21673x92a. The throttle cable bound up ... A: Mike Your engine # is TVXL115 56025A Murray is owned by Briggs & Stratton now,they don't carry and ... | |
| B&S engine stalling | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: B&S model 130292, Type 0159. When I started my tiller this year, it made a loud screeching sound. I ... A: Jerry The red screw is for the idle control that gets adjusted after the carb smooths out.The ... | |
| JD 176 problem | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a John Deere LX176 with a 14hp Kohler engine, Model# FC420V, it will start and run then gas ... A: Logan When the carburetor leaks most causes are the Float, this has a small needle valve in the ... | |
| Briggs & Stratton Back Fires won't start | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a B&S 22 horse engine on a lawn mower. It stopped mid yard. Did not hit a rock, etc. When ... A: Jon You may want to check your valves for lash,this is the space between the valve stems and the ... | |
| Murray Lawnmower | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Murray Riding mower with a B&S 16.5HP model 42A707-2653-E1 that wont start when turned ... A: Carla The starter solenoid is either not pushing out the Gear,or the gear may be stripped. check to ... | |
| engine | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: It has a black and grey cable coming from the bowl on the carb, and two other cables commin g from ... A: Nick The Black & Grey Cable are for the fuel solenoid. Those wires get hooked up to the key switch ... | |
| Kohler CV14S OIL CAPACITY | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: PLEASE INDICATE THE OIL CAPACITY OF THE ABOVE STATED ENGINE SPEC. 1454 SER.242561844 THANKS A: Oil Capacity (approx.) 1.9 L (2.0 U.S. qt.) Values are in Metric units. Values in parentheses are ... | |
| Toro Lawnmower | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 20016 Toro recycler with 6.5 GTS Tecumseh engine SN 20071211. I sheared the flywheel key ... A: Tom Yes that would affect the timing as the blade and the flywheel are balanced together for the ... | |
| Wedtrimmer problem | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Shindaiwa T-27, Model # T-270,Serial # 7024643 WeedTrimmer, the problem I have is when ... A: Mark There is a small third fuel line and that should have a check valve on the end of it for tank ... | |
| briggs and stratton 10 horse model 28r707-1120-e1 | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: i removed the carb from my mower to clean it as i was taking it off the choke link fell off, i have ... A: Floyd The easiest thing for you to do is look at another mower that has a single cylinder Briggs at ... | |
| chainsaw | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: My Mcculloch 40cc chainsaw makes a ratcheting noise when I try to pull start it. Like it's not ... A: john Inside the recoil starter there is a spring which brings back the cord after you pull it out. ... | |
| not getting a spark | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Gravely Pro150 walk-behind mower with a Kawasaki engine FC420V, E/No: FC420V192171, Code: ... A: Greg Have you checked the kill switch? When you see no spark that means that something is grounded ... | |
| Engine has loss of power; backfires | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Poulan riding mower, B&S 18.5 HP, engine model # 1P777, serial # 040930ZE, Type C299C1. The ... A: Michael Sounds like a fuel pump problem but first check that all the line fittings from the tank ... | |
| kohler engine carb problem | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 hp kohler on a 125 ford L/G tractor I can't seem to get the carb to smooth out when I ... A: Bill Have you tried doing the low speed needle yet adjust both needles 1 1/2 turns start the engine ... | |
| small engine | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: kohler model cv730-0043, problem is that it will not stay running when i put choke in. new gas, new ... A: Tom If its starving for fuel. The main fuel jet may be partially plugged. Real easy to check. The ... | |
| Scotts Turfmaster model issue | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I just got a scotts push lawnmower. Needs a coil. Problem is I cannot locate the model online ... A: Jaime Hello! So sorry to hear you are having problems. It sounds like your model is hard to find ... | |
| Small engine repair | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: How do I adjust the timing on a B&S 14.5 HP OHV, Model: 28n707, Type: 0131-01, Code: 961105ZE. ... A: Jim Make sure that the magneto is set correct. The air gap should be between .010" and .012". Plug ... | |
| kohler sv470-610 courage engine will not start | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: My Troybilt garden tractor will not start.I have cleaned carburetor and sprayed starter into it and ... A: Rob Take the wire from the solenoid and test it to ground.With key off test the wire to ground,it ... | |
| Oil blowing out exhaust/shutting down after 45 seconds? | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman High Performance 19hp Kolher Courage riding lawnmower that was working fine last ... A: Jon Low oil pressure will cause the engine to shut off as far as the carburetor is concerned yes ... | |
| Oil blowing out exhaust? | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman High Performance 19hp Kolher Courage riding lawnmower that was working fine last ... A: Jon The cause is the float in the carburetor may be stuck causing fuel to leak in to the valves or ... | |
| Snapper s31sst weedeater | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a snapper s31sst weed eater. Recently I had to take it down to replace the metal rewind ... A: Stephen Some where the is a leak causing the engine not to keep a steady flow,did you install the ... | |
| Snapper RP21500 | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: Snapper RP21500 model Serial is 45108075 The engine on this wont start. Last year it would blow ... A: Bryan Sounds like the engine has seen its better days,you Your original engine should be Briggs ... | |
| carb adjustment | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: i have an older briggs and stratton 8hp on a FMC Bolens garden tractor , I put the magnetron ... A: Scott There is 1 screw is for the throttle adjustment set that one so it just moves before it ... | |
| converting points to electronic on 8 hp b&s | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: I have an 8 hp briggs and stratton , model #190417-090201 , having problems with weak spark and ... A: Scott I believe your model # is 190417-0902-99 I can not find one with this #190417-090201. ... | |
| Gas blowing out of Gas Cap | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an Ariens 911 walk-behind with Tecumseh 5HP engine. It's 27 years old. I have gas blowing 2-5 ... A: Richard There is too much pressure inside the tank Is the cap metal or plastic? You may need to Get ... | |
| Snowblower Wardmachine traction problem | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a yard machine 1350 snow series Snowblower, model number: 31as6zcg500, serial 1g118l10118. ... A: Marc-André Check the linkage to see if anything is broken or jammed.Something may just need ... | |
| searsnowblowermodel 427.886640 | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: won'tstart. has spark,poured gas into plug port, replaced plug,nothing. pulled plug, put thumb over ... A: Don The primer button may have a crack in the fuel line or the bulb itself can be bad,that is why ... | |
| Starter for B&S 28M707 0122-01 | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toro Mower, Model 71191 it uses the Briggs 28M707 0122-01 My starter motor has burned up ... A: Peter I need to know what kind of ring gear you have is it steel plastic or a aluminum? These are ... | |
| HONDA 1011 REAR RIDER | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Honda 1011 Rear Engine Rider with Hydrostatic Drive. The starter begun to make noise when ... A: MARK Sounds like the Bendix gear is bad that is the gear that starts the engine it is not ... | |
| No compression | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton 6.5hp Quantum model series 123K00 engine on a light duty pressure ... A: Bill You need setting the valves somehow it jumped timing,The zero compression is because the ... | |
| oil leak governor crank | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: Ben, I noticed, after removing the gas tank from the Briggs/Stratton engine of my pressure washer, ... A: Steve The parts that is leaking is the Governor crank bushing # 552 Part # 692346. I have looked on ... | |
| Motor cuts out | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: husqvarn mod# yth20f42t. motor is 20hp kohler sv600-002. I just tried starting my mower the other ... A: Brandon If your Engine Alternator Will Not Charge These can be the reasons. Rectifier-regulator ... | |
| Snowblower Engine | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Last winter I was running my snowblower under a very heavy strain. I believe it overheated because ... A: Jeff Check the governor linkage sounds like some of the springs may have come off. You may want to ... | |
| Toro Blade replacement | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: The mower is a Toro model 20018 s/n230057981. A 22" Personal Pace mower. Problem: The blade was not ... A: Benny Yes this will be a problem if you have access to a air tool so you can use a Impact ... | |
| no spark | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: briggs model 100202 401034 6206180 i bought a snowblower simplicity, no spark i replaced the coil ... A: Tom Try not using that wire with the ring isolate that from any part of the engine. on the coil you ... | |
| no spark | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: briggs model 100202 401034 6206180 i bought a snowblower simplicity, no spark i replaced the coil ... A: Tom Try not using that wire with the ring isolate that from any part of the engine. I had the same ... | |
| no spark | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: briggs model 100202 401034 6206180 i bought a snowblower simplicity, no spark i replaced the coil ... A: Tom Make sure the coil is not grounded any where and check the kill switch to make sure the wire is ... | |
| Snow Chief parts | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a True Value Snow Chief SC8270 It has an 8hp Tecumseh motor with the following numbers on it; ... A: Jim General Power Equipment was the Parent Company of Atlas Power Equipment, Lawn Chief, Snow Chief ... | |
| Mower deck on Scotts L1742 | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: The mower deck on my mower seems to be hanging down in the front. The back will raise and lower, but ... A: Javet There are many scotts mowers that have decks is this a 46 or 48. There is on the underside 2 ... | |
| Augar Pulley slipping | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 9hp Snow thrower (model 536.887992). I thought the auger belt was slipping, but ... A: Mike One of the problems that could be the source is the shaft is wore out and the bolts that ... | |
| Primer Bulb Replacement | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a Poulan 2150 woodsman 36cc and need to replace it. Can you provide instructions, diagram on ... A: Moses Take off the cover on the left side of the saw that holds the pull cord. You should now see ... | |
| carbruator problems I think | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: Ben I just read a question sent in by Jack dated 11/30/10...my problem is just about the same as his ... A: Charles Are you talking about the fuel shut off is that what they installed? The fuel solenoid is ... | |
| Kawasaki FH541V AP5363 Backfiring | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: Engine: Kawasaki Model: FH541V Serial #: A95363 Code: S-06 HP: 17.0 Hours: 1178.4 Fuel: LP Gas Oil: ... A: David There are several ways a backfire can be caused. Actually, raw fuel is getting into the ... | |
| Simplicity Snowblower Impeller Replacement | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Simplicity 10-80 (1691899) Sno-Away Snowthrower/snowblower with bent impeller blades (from ... A: Mike The augers are a pain to get out because you have to take the housing off to get to the augers. ... | |
| Techumseh 7 hp snowblower wont start | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: Ben, My 7hp Techumseh powered Toro 724 snowblower wont start. The engine spins so freely that it ... A: Kurt A broken camshaft is usually caused by a connecting rod or other rotating part coming loose ... | |
| Techumseh 7 hp snowblower wont start | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: Ben, My 7hp Techumseh powered Toro 724 snowblower wont start. The engine spins so freely that it ... A: Kurt Sounds like the rings are the problem letting air & oil pass by the piston. See If you can get ... | |
| B&S 311777 engine will not start | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I read John’s answer about B&S 311777 engine not starting and I have question regarding my problem. ... A: Igor The cut off wire and switch is the means to shut the engine off. How it works the switch has 1 ... | |
| echo backpack blower | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: i have an echo pb-400e backpack blower and my rope busted,i fixed the rope now i can't get the rope ... A: Jonathan Attach the handle or tie a knot in one end of the rope so it will not wind all the way ... | |
| Snowblower not moving in all gears | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a craftsman snow blower model # 536.881114 11hp . Started not working all the time in 1st ... A: John Sounds like the friction hub is going bad or the hub. This is what drives the unit since you ... | |
| Carter carb | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a carter carb on a Kohler 301 engine. It will not idle without the choke on. I have had it ... A: ROBB I would soak the carburetor in a good carburetor cleaner,the idle port is still clogged it is ... | |
| stihl 021 carburetor | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: purchased 2nd hand 021. wouldnt run or idle good so removed carb and reassembled. now sparkplug wet ... A: rob The reason for the yellow plastic is for epa or smog control. What your problem is the ... | |
| honda gv400 | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: i have a rideon mower that runs well for 15min then backfires and stops. so i stripped it down ... A: Sam Sounds like your valves need adjusted,as they get hot they expand and don't fire correctly.Have ... | |
| Norma /Dynamark 5/22 snow blower | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a DYNAMRK model # 5360-8500 My auger horizontal shafts snapped on both at the shear ... A: dave None of the numbers tat you gave me match. You have to be more specif like who built it the ... | |
| snowblower starter cord broke | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: Toro snowblower with Tecumseh engine HSSK50 67401S. Pull start cord broke. I removed and replaced ... A: Have you checked the spring to make sure the clip on the spring is not broke.Here is a picture of ... | |
| snowblower starter cord broke | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: Toro snowblower with Tecumseh engine HSSK50 67401S. Pull start cord broke. I removed and replaced ... A: Jack Remove the pulley housing. - Make sure you hold on to the string between the handle and the ... | |
| B&S 17.5 hp Engine problems | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a Murray 42" cut lawn tractor, circa 2002, with a 17.5HP Briggs & Stratton engine Model: ... A: Marv Have you checked your valves one of them our probably not closing all the way.Does your ... | |
| Tecumseh snowblower exhaust valve not closing | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: Tecumseh snowblower engine. Model #hmsk80 155545t (H). Problem is the engine will start but will ... A: Brad Have you checked the timing? Look at the the flywheel key way on the engine shaft,if that was ... | |
| electric start problem snow thrower | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: ben, sent this before - could not continue this string because the limit was exceeded - however, i ... A: Jim Seems like you have a Murray piece of equipment and I think it is a 2004 C950-52464-0 - Dual ... | |
| Briggs Statton Intek Vtwin locked up | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton Intek 23hp Vtwin model #445577 type #0755E1. I just got it back ... A: Jason Have you checked the timing? You may need to check the rings sounds like they may have ... | |
| toro 421 snow thrower | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to get my toro 421 snow thrower to start. I need the fuel/oil ratio first. Model ... A: Glenn Toro has made a lot of 2-cycle snow throwers... depending on the make of engine used the ... | |
| How to unflood carby | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: My brushcutter is a MCCulloch Proscaper 11-HD and it won`t start. I have replaced plug, air filter, ... A: Terry You most likely have dirt, gum, varnish...etc in your carburetor plugging up the small ... | |
| Kohler engine trouble | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sears tractor with a 17.5hp Kohler motor that wouldn't start the other day, but I kept ... A: Jack The first thing you need to check is your oil see if it smells like gas or looks overfilled ... | |
| kawasaki 20hp no start | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a John Deere 345 lawn tractor with a 20 hp Kawasaki water cooled engine . The family I.D. is ... A: Ralph There can be a number reasons for a no start the first one being fuel,then air then ... | |
| mower won't start | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: My mtd mower model 13a6673g118 will not start.I replaced the carburetor a few years ago and it has ... A: Kevin Here is some help for you Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. ... | |
| Homelite backpack leaf blower | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: Model No. UT08580 SN ATK2112659 - replaced fuel line, plastic bulb, engine starts but dies after 1 ... A: Here is some help for you Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible ... | |
| 18hp kohler | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: my bobcat recently died while i was working. Now it wont turn over. i took the starter off and ... A: Josh the starter needs to get rebuilt with a new pinion gear. The gear should pop out even if there ... | |
| snowblower vibration | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: tonight during our first snowfall of the year i took out my craftsman c950-52430-3a snowblower. ... A: Hugh There can be a few problems that you have the gear case may be damaged. You also should check ... | |
| kohler spec. #ps-41515, model cv15s, serial 2408816334 engine | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: when I start the tractor the engine runs at a high rpm. I have to turn off the tractor before the ... A: mike There are only two reasons for this to happen ! Too much fuel and two much air!! Can be ... | |
| adding a utility light to a snowblower | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: As a small project I would like to add a utility light to the handle crossmember of my Craftsman ... A: Ralph There should be a wire that is coming out of the engine This may have a set of wires 1 red ... | |
| Briggs Engine | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: The numbers off the engine are 12H802-0652-01 and the code is 96050958. Yesterday my mower run for ... A: Trevor Is this on a Riding mower? If it is check your safety switches on the equipment. there is 1 ... | |
| no spark B&S 5hp tiller | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: Recently acquired tiller, no history on it. Model 130202, type 0198-04, code 81090219 Parmi ... A: Russell The model number and type number i could not find this is the closest 130202-0198-04.This ... | |
| Cant get fuel to carburator | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a mtd yard machines briggs and stratton model 135202 type0258 02 code 95072607 rototiller ... A: Nate Sounds like a time or a carburetor rebuild,if there is dirt then the machine wont start the ... | |
| 1995 JD LX176 - Won't stay running | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 14hp that has not been started for approx. 2 yrs. The tractor was a little slow starting ... A: Jay Most of the time, the possible causes and solutions will be similar to those where the engine ... | |
| riding mower fuel \start issue | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an older MTD..during the summer when I started it often I would see gas spurt out from under ... A: Daniel Since I have no clue what carburetor or engine you have here is some type of help You float ... | |
| 265 deere garden tractor | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: john Deere 265 with a Kawasaki fc540v .just decided to die on me.found that the shut off failed,so ... A: perry yes it is out of timing you may have sheared the flywheel key. This means you will have to ... | |
| Homelite leaf blower | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I bought a after market primer bowl from Ace Hardware store. The original had a tear. Changed out ... A: Gary Check the fuel lines make sure there is no tears or if they are connected. The primer bulb ... | |
| Craftsman 42 inch riding lawnmower | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 42 inch Craftsman DYT 4000 riding lawnmower model 917.2736403 with a 18.5 OHV intek plus ... A: Robert Sounds like your fuel solenoid or carburetor is bad.This part is like a off & on switch for ... | |
| Craftsman tractor w/Kohler 16hp engine will not start | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: Model #: CV16S Spec #: 43519 Serial #: 2914003913 Tractor was starting and would run for 30 seconds ... A: Steve You have dirt in the carburetor you will need to rebuild it. You may also want to check the ... | |
| 16.5 brigg & stration | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: sears riding mower seems to run for about an hour then quits i changed the fuel line and filter ... A: Harry Sounds like you have dirt in the carburetor,look in the fuel tank to see what is floating ... | |
| Gas Leaf Blower won't accelerate | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: Question, I was using my Homelite Vac Attack II, Model UT08544 gas leaf blower last week. It started ... A: Ron Sounds like you have carburetor problems. The 2 cycle engines and carbs have problems because ... | |
| Troy-bilt trimmer starts but quit running after 5-8 secs | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: The troy-bilt trimmer (model # TB70SS) will start, but quits running after approximately 5-8 ... A: Michael You are probably not getting enough fuel delivered to the carburetor. This problem is ... | |
| Briggs & Stratton 6.5 hp Intek Generator Engine | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: My 3500 watt B&S generator has been starting/running fine (although it does sometimes backfire ... A: David If you give me the model # and serial # of the engine I can help you. We also sell B & S ... | |
| CRAFTSMAN 1400 WATT GENERATOR | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: MODEL #580.328320 SERIAL #004682. I looked this up on the Sears website and cannot determine what ... A: Kendra This Engine is a Kawasaki 4-Cycle Engine Model Nbr. FA130 Briggs and Stratton made the ... | |
| more power | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Just purchased and installed a new B&S 215702-0015-G1 10.5 HP 344cc POWERBUILT engine on my older JD ... A: Paul According to Briggs the Replacement Engine: 217907-0019 Crankshaft Number: 495629 Crankshaft ... | |
| more power | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: Just purchased and installed a new B&S 215702-0015-G1 10.5 HP 344cc POWERBUILT engine on my older JD ... A: Paul was this engine the correct replacement for the application? How did you go about finding out ... | |
| troubleshooting honda motor | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Honda x electronic ignition S/n gcakt-1199215 pressure cleaner application g'day ben im having ... A: Bill How ya doing down under? First, let's understand a little more about governors and why they ... | |
| lawn mower shuts down after 10 minutes | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: Just got a used huskee yth 1848xp hydro and it shuts off after 10 to 15 minutes of mowing. Seems ... A: jason Carburetor problems produce different symptoms. There are many different types of carbs, ... | |
| Briggs Stratton 14.5 hp Model 282707 Type 1224-E1 | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I have replaced the dead battery and replaced the starter solenoid and spark plug. The carb is clean ... A: Adam Has anything happened to this engine did it hit a rock,stump or anything else to cause the ... | |
| Pressure Washer | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Briggs & Straton Quantum 6.5HP pressure washer that has not been used in over a year. I ... A: Michelle Carburetor problems produce different symptoms. There are many different types of carbs, ... | |
| Lawn Mower Engine | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: Ben. Greetings from the UK. I hope you can help. I have a Mountfield rotary mower with a Briggs & ... A: Fred When was the last time you changed the oil?The reason this happens is to much oil in the engine ... | |
| honda gx160 5.5 engine | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: why does my engine start with 1 pull in the summer when it is hot, but as soon as fall comes and the ... A: kevin Whether or not you believe a clogged air filter is your lawn mower’s problem, take a few ... | |
| weedeater mower wont start | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a weedeater lawn mower with a briggs and stratton 500 series motor model no. is 9614no/502 ... A: John This number Model no. is 9614no/502 is not any kind of number that Brigs uses. There should ... | |
| carb on briggs engine | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: have a briggs 17.5 hp mod 31c707 type 0154e1 code 050104zd took carb off and cleaned it put it back ... A: Ray One of the reasons might be is the float wont open,when you took it apart did you remove the ... | |
| Briggs 5HP fun power coil | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: Briggs and Stratton engine ,model 136212 type 1026 E1, Engine starter coil broke, then recoil ... A: Pete the recoil starter number is briggs recoil starter 497830 The Coil you need is Briggs & ... | |
| Yard vac won't start | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I have CRAFTSMAN YARD VACUUM FROM SEARS AND THE MODEL NUMBER IS 247.770100,AND I CAN'T GET THE ... A: cody Remove the fuel tanks cap and run the engine. If the engine continues to run well for a ... | |
| fh721v kawasaki | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: engine idles great.i have changed intake and exhaust valves changed coils ,plugs ,fuel pump & ... A: Glen This sounds like a carburetor problem. Usually when the engine looses power in the load mode ... | |
| Briggs and stratton Motor not starting. | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: First of all here are the specs: 18hp b/s 42A707, 1238-01,9703275A I have this motor on a 46" ... A: Jeremy Take the plugs out and add some marvel mystery oil and then pull the handle a few times let ... | |
| Briggs and stratton Motor not starting. | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: First of all here are the specs: 18hp b/s 42A707, 1238-01,9703275A I have this motor on a 46" ... A: Jeremy The flywheel magnet must generate a sufficient magnetic field to start the chain of events in ... | |
| Briggs and stratton Motor not starting. | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: First of all here are the specs: 18hp b/s 42A707, 1238-01,9703275A I have this motor on a 46" ... A: Jeremy Sounds like your timing is off. When you took apart the engine flywheel did you mark the ... | |
| craftsman leaf blower/vac repair | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: Model # 358.794960, serial # 05312N202265:(12:02) Blower won't start - gets gas but won't fire at ... A: Bill Throw throw coil out and get a new one,the old one is bad either you have spark or you don't. ... | |
| Surging in Briggs & Stratton | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: Hey there. I have an older craftsman rider model 917.252520 mower with a 15hp OHV briggs engine, ... A: Daniel If your carberator has a fuel adjustment screw at the bottom of the bowl try adjusting it in ... | |
| mower quits running | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a ferris zeroturn mower model500 with KAWASAKI 21 HP ENGINE FH641V-CS25-R It is a 2005 ... A: Randy Working on lawn mowers and snowblowers i see this all the time. Depending on what kind of ... | |
| honda gx120 no start | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a aerator from hd tool rental. Started first pull at store, brought home started ... A: Jeff Common Causes: Check for water in the fuel tank, hoses and fuel bowl on the carb. If water ... | |
| john deere l110 engine problem | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A JOHN DEERE L110 WITH KOHLER COMMAND 17.5 ENGINE. I REPLACED THE SPARK PLUG AND FUEL FILTER ... A: Jeff Common Causes: Check for water in the fuel tank, hoses and fuel bowl on the carb. If water ... | |
| Craftsman push lawnmower/Briggs &Stratton Engine | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5.0 horsepower Craftsman rotary lawnmower. Model #917377520.Yes it is old - purchased in ... A: Sharon If this cover has rivets you must drill them out and replace them with new bolts and ... | |
| Briggs and Stratton 11hp | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Murray riding lawn mower with 11hp Briggs and Stratton motor. When i engage the mower it ... A: Mike Check the safety switches there are usually 3-4 of them. 1 for the seat,1 for the breaks and 1 ... | |
| Mower backfiring | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have an Craftsman 50" cut riding mower. I have performed the usual maintenance on it - spark ... A: Diane If the problems going uphill began after your tune-up then it is most likely related to the ... | |
| Hydrostatic Transmission Problems | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: Huskee Model 690-699 not sure which book doesn't say. Model # 13AS698H131. When I bought the mower ... A: Jeremy This may sound silly, but try backing up the hill. If it does with no problem, you may have ... | |
| Carb problem | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a lawn mower that set 3 years with old gas in it.It ran great before setting. Here is the ... A: Vern Somewhere there is a blockage, it has to be in the idle port as thats how the engine first ... | |
| Oil or Engine problem | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I have no knowledge of engines whatsoever and I believe that I am having a small problem with my ... A: Andrew Oil is oil are you using a 2 cycle oil? All you need to make sure that the ratio is ... | |
| not charging | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: my 27hp kawasaki liquid cooled (FD750DBS03) motor is not charging. I've been trikle charging the ... A: Lee If your battery is low then the engine is using power from the charging wires thus putting a ... | |
| rough running jd l110 | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: trying to help my brother get his lawn mower running good. it will start and run fine at low rpm but ... A: ken what is happening is the carburetor is starving for fuel, some dirt may be clogging the high ... | |
| 15.5 briggs and stratton bolens(mtd) riding mower | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a bolens riding mower with a 15.5 bs engine, it seams to run fine until I engage the ... A: jim You have a carburetor problem or maybe even a governor problem.When you start it and it acts ... | |
| Carburator problem | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I have an Encore Pro-Line mower with a 52" deck with 550 hours on it. It's a commercial grade mower ... A: Bill The carburetor high speed jet may have dirt in it as the mower demands more power (more Fuel) ... | |
| Ryobi 770r trimmer carburetor won't prime | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I've replaced the fuel lines, filter and primer bulb on my Ryobi 770r gas trimmer. For some reason, ... A: Dave Sounds like a venting problem. The way the primer works is it draws fuel from the tank to the ... | |
| john deere pto clutch | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: how do i test my eletric pto on my 757 z trak lawn mower the wires get hot and the pto cuts out let ... A: jim Take off the the connector and unhook the wires,when you have the key on "Not running" Get a ... | |
| Replacement Engine | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: Need a replacement engine obsolete Briggs %26 Stratton Model = 405777, Type 0134E1, Code = 000807YG… ... A: Howard The replacement engine for your tractor Mod #405777 Type 0134E1 would be Model Type ... | |
| Craftsman 7 hp missing, back firing | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 hp Briggs and Stratton model number 128602 type 0259-e1 Its on a Craftsman self propelled ... A: Sam A lot of possibilities are already mentioned here. Dirty carburetor, fouled plug, etc. Check all ... | |
| Kipor 2000 generator | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a kipor 2000 watt generator, it will start fine and continue to work with a small load ... A: Jeff Yes it could be that there is some dirt in the carburetor ,but since you say it runs smooth ... | |
| drive belt replacement | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I am installing a new transaxle in a Lawn Boy yard tractor model #52140. The drive belt is in ... A: Your deck may have a adjustment handle so you can take the tension off,if it doesn't then use a lot ... | |
| fuel leaks | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a gas power blower, and a black and decker gas powered powerwasher. They will start or run, ... A: Tim What is happening is the float is not closing the port that allows fuel to be delivered to the ... | |
| mower won't go forward or back | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a ford new holland Model # LS45H with a Kohler command 16 hp mower. I got it started today ... A: Larry Check for a worn belt first.Then check the linkage. Next jack the unit up and try to run it ... | |
| Stuck primer bulb | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a Poulan Pro gas trimmer (model PPB250) that has a stuck primer bulb. Not only does the ... A: KC There is clog in the fuel lines or the bulb pump is bad.Generally, when an inlet line to the ... | |
| JD. rx75 9hp.kawasaki | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have tested and no spark. hat are my options as far as fixing it myself. ( I have a fair amount of ... A: Dick First make sure that the safety switches are working,the seat switch,the PTO switch and the ... | |
| Riding Mower Seat Kill Switch | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman LT1000 riding mower with a seat kill switch that should shut off the engine if ... A: Jared Somewhere there is a short in the wire it may be pinched. Take a continuity tester and put it ... | |
| Muffler | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: My MTD riding lawnmower with a B %26 S 14.5 HP engine has lost power and the muffler becomes red ... A: Ed No this is a timing problem. Did you hit anything lately while cutting? You may not remember ... | |
| Craftsman GT5000 bogs out | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I just bought this used mower. After mowing for awhile, it kinda bogs out for now apparent reason. ... A: Donna The engine may be getting hot and thus causing a electrical break down of the magneto. That ... | |
| carburetor trouble on riding mower | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Weedeater riding mower with a Tecumseh engine. It is an ohv16 # 204203c. I have been trying ... A: Tracy Somewhere you have a air leak or something in the carb is blocked.You should have 1 air ... | |
| no spark on 12 HP Briggs and Stratton | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: Ariens 935 series 38" riding mower Model no.935020 serial no 003162 Serial no. for the 12 HP briggs ... A: Al OK so you changed he coil and it is still doing the same thing.Some where you have a short in the ... | |
| Lawnmower - gas in oil compartment | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: My 12-year-old wanted to help with the lawn today and went to put more gas in the mower but put the ... A: Monica You can drain to oil out of the mower then put new oil in it 30 w only.Then run it maybe 2 ... | |
| Mower starts, then dies | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: Craftsman Mower Model # 917.378350 21" Blade / 6.25 HP Tecumseh Motor starts when primed properly. ... A: Kevin You still have carburetor problems try spraying some carb cleaner in to the carb and see it ... | |
| Kohler 25 cvs 730 charging question | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I am very capable and this question is not asked lightly. I have a friends 25 Hp kohler Cvs 730 here ... A: William Have you checked the voltage regulator? Also the Bridge rectifier If it Will Not Charge ... | |
| Honda GCV160 Carb problems | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: We previously asked All Experts about cleaning and adjusting the carb on this motor. Currently it ... A: Ed Because of the EPA they have told engine builders to seal off or not allow adjustments to the ... | |
| Mastercraft lawnmower | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: My lawnmower tends to cut out a lot. It starts out strong but cuts out after 10-15 seconds. If you ... A: Tom its definitely a fuel problem somehow. remember, you need fuel air spark If you have proven ... | |
| Briggs and straton engine 287707 - fuel solenoid | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a B&S ride on lawn mower, it does start then shuts off after a couple of seconds. i have ... A: Dave Not knowing what engine you have I will have to guess on this.when you turn the key on the fuel ... | |
| CRAFTSMAN RIDING MOWER MOTOR SURGE | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I AM REPAIRING MODEL 917.272461 FOR MY BROTHER. THE MOTOR SURGES AND THE THROTTLE SPEED CAN ONLY BE ... A: Vince Engine hunting and surging at true idle is caused by a fuel delivery problem or an air leak. ... | |
| Lawn mower revs up & down | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a Bolens 4.0 Briggs push mower. I took it a few weeks ago for repair because it would rev up ... A: Amy Surging is almost caused by an air leak. Look at the carb mounting screws, carb plate mounting ... | |
| gx200 ignition honda | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: This generator i have will not start. Someone stripped threads on head,,i changed head,,set valves.I ... A: David Yes the spark plug should be firing all the time as you see it,But there is some spaces ... | |
| Stalled garden tractor | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Ingersoll 3016 garden tractor with the Briggs and Stratton 16 HP engine, model 303777, ... A: Mark Sounds like you sheared the fly wheel key.The cover of the fly wheel needs removed,then you can ... | |
| Murray Lawn Tractor | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: Why does my Murray Grass tractor squeal loud when the blades are engaged? (Also a few weeks ago it ... A: Kathy The reason it squeals is that the pulleys are not turning, make sure the top of the deck gets ... | |
| Kohler 17.5 wont start | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: i have a kohler 17.5 command on a John Deere L110. Model# CV491S. Ser# 3224809193. It is getting ... A: mike Check to see if the flywheel key way is in the correct position in the shaft. Sounds like it ... | |
| Craftsman 5 yr. old pressure washer | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: 6.75 hp, 2550 psi, model#580.752330, Ser# 1011129159. Engine was running fine for about 1 hour,then ... A: OZ The problem may be the unloader valve,how this works is when you are spraying water the pressure ... | |
| Engine won't turn over after a clatter and white smoke | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a JD L108 lawntractor which is about 2 1/2 years old. It has a Briggs $ Stratton 31 18.5HP ... A: Martin White or black smoke may also result from yard debris, oil, or other contaminants on the ... | |
| snapper 5hp mower | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: My mower vibrated the air box off the machine. I reattached it firmly and put in a new gasket where ... A: Brent remove the air cleaner and the box so you can see the carburetor opening. take your throttle ... | |
| B&S flooding | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: (This is a resend per site instructions, as another expert was busy) What would cause fuel to gush ... A: Phil Yes sometimes the IPL'S are not to detailed,the small grommet has to be installed a certain ... | |
| honda 10hp pull start malfunction | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Honda Generator..the pull start was working fine...suddenly it just pulls in and out and ... A: Gary Sounds like the Starter dogs are broken.they are a parts that hold the engine when you pull it ... | |
| B&S flooding | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: (This is a resend per site instructions, as another expert was busy) What would cause fuel to gush ... A: Phil 1st thing is make sure your oil level is not over filled,that causes those symptoms. Also your ... | |
| MTD Push mower carb adjustment | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: Ben, I've got an MTD push mower. It's not running at enough RPMs, coughing a bit. Model# ... A: Sam 1 Locate the adjustment screws on your lawnmower engine. You should see two of them: one on the ... | |
| 30 plus year old Gravely tractor | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a rear cast iron mounted engine;that was rebuilt 6 years ago.It was running bad and would ... A: Thomas check the little air hole on top of the gas cap, if it's clogged,no air is getting into the ... | |
| LAWN AND GARDEN | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A CLUB CADET RIDER AND THE PTO WONT ENGAGE FOR THE BLADES WOULD THAT BE THE SWITCH ,OR ... A: Brian This could be a number of things check to make sure all the safety switches are good,next turn ... | |
| Poulan 42" Mower with 18 hp B&S No Start | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Poulan 42" Mower with 18 hp B&S OHV engine. It has always backfired on shutoff ... A: Ray It may be out of time check the flywheel shear pin to see if it is lined up with the notch. You ... | |
| honda autochoke release system | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: how can i find out how to fix a 160cc honda ohc engine with the autochoke release system? i have ... A: Ed just telling me it is a 160 cc Honda does not help me at all.But I will try to answer this What ... | |
| Craftsman mower oil leak | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Eager 1 mower that starts leaking oil after it runs for a few minutes. The ... A: Aaron Sounds like yo have blown a head gasket or the head bolts are loose. Try to tighten the head ... | |
| 12 HP Briggs Backfiring | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: OK, Mr.Ben Thanks for taking time to help everyone out on here. I have done everything I can think ... A: Richard You need to take a look at the fly wheel key and your valve timing and lash. The gap is ... | |
| Stihl chainsaw | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Stihl MS 310 chainsaw (59cc) it is eight years old. When it is set to full choke it fires ... A: Andy I would suggest a complete carb tear-down and clean as outlined in the manual. I personally ... | |
| Briggs engine with new magnetron coil, new plug, starting fluid in carb and still doens't start | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an older briggs engine (on a tiller) I just bought in a in a non-starting condition. Model ... A: Scott Yes your a are correct, I would go back to the new coil and make sure that the wire is ran to ... | |
| Craftsman mower oil leak | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Eager 1 mower that starts leaking oil after it runs for a few minutes. The ... A: Aaron Sounds like there is to much oil in the engine to cause that.The by pass breather is putting ... | |
| Craftsman riding mower | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: Craftsman 10hp/30" 502.255092 serial number 04212285 It starts sometimes and then wont. I thought ... A: Debbie OK check the key switch first make sure when you try to start the engine, see if there is ... | |
| Murray Ultra | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a tranny problem on my murray ultra riding lawn mower.The model#30575X8A the only gears I ... A: Calvin check to make sure your brakes aren't stuck & if not make sure the belts are not shredded or ... | |
| Tecumseh valve adjustment | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Tecumseh 17.5 hp OHV vertical shaft engine, its on a 2000 model year Murray riding ... A: Sam You need to insert the feeler gauge in between the rocker arm and the top of the valve and ... | |
| YardMan electric clutch not functioning | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Model#: 14AU804H401 Serial #: 1d112h10182 I was doing the spring thing: change oil, filter, lube, ... A: Nick While the mower not running turn the key to on only! while someone sits on the seat pull the ... | |
| craftsman mower fails to pull on incline | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: Ben I have a Craftsman riding mower, model number 917273280. It has the hydro transmission "Hydro ... A: Scotty In many cases problems with the 336-0510 are not related to a defective transaxle, but are ... | |
| Honda V-twin run problem | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Raider 10000 welding machine which is powered by a Honda 620K1 V-twin. It had sat for some ... A: BD You may have a gunked up carburetor.Having a unit sit for a long time is a problem with the fuel ... | |
| Stihl FS 44 trimmer | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: It's hard to start.. pump primer @ 20 times,I see gas and air moving in return line to tank (seems ... A: Allen Sounds Like the Carburetor Needs to be Removed, Disassembled and Soaked Overnight in ... | |
| no spark 12.5 hp kawaski motor | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: this is in a 160 john deer.replaced coil new replaced spark ingnightor new .disconected white wire ... A: Carl The stator under the flywheel is running your electric clutch. There is a safety system on ... | |
| honda starting problem | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a honda model 1011hs riding mower that hasn't been used for two years. the compression is ... A: Dick Are you saying the the complete wiring harness is disconnected? You Should have safety switches ... | |
| honda starting problem | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a honda model 1011hs riding mower that hasn't been used for two years. the compression is ... A: Dick The carburetor needs to be cleaned and rebuilt. sounds like low idle ports are clogged up. ... | |
| Briggs & Stratton Engine | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a Troy Bilt Pony riding mower that has a 17.5 OHV model# 31C707. The problem is that when I ... A: Sam sounds like the engine is out of time,you will need to see if the crankshaft is lined up with ... | |
| Weed wacker dies after a few seconds | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a weed whacker that dies off after a few seconds of running.. I've already cleaned the ... A: Miguel The tank needs to be sealed as the carb sucks gas out of the tank and then it gets replaced ... | |
| 12.5 b&s damaged muffer port | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a tractor with a 12.5 hp briggs & stratton that the threads for the muffler have stripped out ... A: Joe You can rethread the exhaust port the use a heli coil to fill in The bigger threads. If the ... | |
| Craftsman 917.388900 lawnmower repair | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: Can't start Craftsman 6.5 HP 917.388900. Worked great last time started. Took off Carb cleaned with ... A: Drayton You need to see what the compression is do a compression test on it.if the compression is ... | |
| Gas or no gas in tank | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: Just purchased a 4hp Honda water pump model WB20X. My question is should I remove the gas during ... A: Mark There a lot of mixed ideas out there some say leave the gas in some say empty it out. Well I ... | |
| engine won' start | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a sears ridding lawn tractor with a Kohler Model CV 15S it has been setting up all Winter . ... A: David The carburetor needs rebuilt as the float valve shut off is letting fuel flow with out ... | |
| Cub Cadet | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Cub Cadet LT1042 with a 19hp Kohler Courage #SV590-0003. I bought it new and now has ... A: Steve Sounds like you have a breather problem,look for the breather tube and remove this and clean. ... | |
| Echo back-pack blower | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a an Echo backpack power blower model #PB413H, ser# 09055946. It starts up OK but when I ... A: Len Yes it is a carburetor problem sounds like a jet is clogged with some kind of blockage.Here is a ... | |
| Is starter bad | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Craftsman riding mower, LT3000 with B&S engine 31P977, 4 years old suddenly won't start. Symptoms: ... A: Richard Just because the battery reads 12.5 volts doesn't mean that it is good,it may not be able to ... | |
| GX160 QX2 Will not fire | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a couple of gx160's i acquired from a friend. What i was wondering is, I have gas going to ... A: tim If you have fuel and spark to the engine and it wont start or even act like it wants to start ... | |
| No fire/Compression? | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Briggs Stratton 5bsxs-7242vf Started and ran first time the season, ran for cpl mins no prob. ... A: Wade First of all this may sound stupid but was the oil full up to the correct line? What you can do ... | |
| B&S cold start | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired an older Gilson YT11HE yard tractor in great shape excert for the Briggs & ... A: Paul What may be happening is that when cold the engine head is contacted.Causing the pistons to be ... | |
| chainsaw | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: craftsman 18"chainsaw, AS I pull the cord it seems to fire prematurely pulling cord from my hand ... A: Mike Sounds like the saw is out of time,that will cause backfiring and hard to pull. You are pulling ... | |
| Tecumseh 8hp won't start and leaking gas | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: Tecumseh 8hp, model: hmsk80 155 4435 Displacement: 4257R Carb rebuilt, fuel lines replaced, fuel ... A: Dennis If the bottom of the float bowl is where the fuel is leaking from,there should be a small ... | |
| snow blower carb | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I have an ariens snowblower model 924026 serial #20931.last year everything worked well on it, the ... A: Bruce The racing or hunting is caused by a lean condition. When you partially close the carb the air ... | |
| pulling flywheel | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 31H777 Type 6297E1 Code 041015ZD Do I need a puller to take off the fly wheel to check for ... A: Don I have come up with this model # 31H777-0297-E1 not Type 6297E1 o that is your number you need ... | |
| Stihl BR-420 will not start | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a Stihl BR-420 that will not start. It appears to have good compression. The carb is a ... A: Bruce You may have a air leak somewhere around the carb causing a poor source of fuel going into ... | |
| toro s-200 snowblower | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: i cannot find the model number and spec tag on it ive looked all over it and it looks like somone ... A: Brian If the machine won't start and the spark is good, you must make sure that fresh gasoline is ... | |
| Homelite blower | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Re: Homelite blower, backpacker, UT08111 Problem: Blower cranks fine. When I pull the trigger and ... A: Leamon You may have to clean the carburetor as dirt gets in the high fuel port this will cause thid ... | |
| Tecumseh 5 hp | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a tec 5 hp motor on a go cart that is giving me trouble starting. It is roughly a year old. ... A: Micky The reasons for an engine to be hard to start can be caused by a wide variety of individual ... | |
| Tecunseh 6hp | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: We have a tecumseh 6hp motor on a go-cart (3 yrs old) and it is stopping when it gets hot and will ... A: James There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| John Deere 180 Lawn tractor | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I just recently bought a 180 at a local auction that is in great condition. It's seems to run and ... A: Steve What you are doing is great consider this. Here is what you should do at the end of the mowing ... | |
| Kohler CV15S-41526 ACR Problem | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have 10 plus yr old Craftsman rider with a Kohler Command CV15s-41526 engine. The tractor model ... A: Bill First make sure that the battery is fully charged,this will cause a engine not to crank. A 12 ... | |
| coleman powermate generator | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: tecumseh (mod # OHH550 spec 69069) 5.5hp ohv motor, coleman powermate(mod # PM0523001.01 ser # ... A: Ok so you do not have a threaded shaft then pull on it till it gets loose, you can use a hammer with ... | |
| Idiot and his Tecumseh HSSK50 | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I made a mistake and inserted the wrong spark plug in my Simplicity snow blower after winter ... A: Pat Sounds like you did some damage on the piston and the rings. When the piston hit the spark plug ... | |
| Pressure washer problem | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a new Craftsman, pressure washer. model # 580.752360 - 2.8 GPM 3000 PSI with Honda engine. ... A: Brendon As our shop being a authorized Honda service center I recommend you call a local Honda ... | |
| LAWNBOY 6.5 HP 2O INCH MOWER | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: My mower recently started leaking oil from under the exhaust. I have not run it in over a month and ... A: Perry Does the oil smell like gas? Does the engine smoke?Check to see how much oil is in the mower ... | |
| John deer 726 carb problems | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I just installed new fuel hoses to my engine as the old ones were cracking and I also replaced the ... A: Clayton The problem sounds like the carburetor float is sticking it may be time to rebuild the carb. ... | |
| Tecumseh engine on snowblower won't run | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a used John Deere snowblower, a TRS24. It doesn't run, but I got a good deal and ... A: Greg The engine you have is a Tecumseh HS50 67307K First of all make sure that the carb has no ... | |
| International cub cadet hydrostatic 123 | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a old lawn tractor with a kohler engine k301as, spec#47958 or B. serial# 6052946. It has a ... A: Allan Sounds like the timing is off This is a little help on setting the point gap and ignition ... | |
| 12.5 briggs & Stratton ride on lawn mower | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have an oldish 12.5 briggs %26 Stratton ride on lawn mower. After about 15mins of mowing it conks ... A: Kieran There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| Huskee Riding mower 40" - 12HP Briggs | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: Mower will not start. I recently purchase this used for a great used price. I have put a new battery ... A: TJ Usaually when the engine runs down the battery.it is because the battery charge rectifer is bad. ... | |
| Arien's Tecumseh engine seized | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a vintage Arien's snow thrower with a 6 HP Tecumseh engine, model number H60 75003F. A couple ... A: Jim Obviously there has to be some kind of engine damage.When the engine turned, with the heads off ... | |
| Drive belt compatibility | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I went to home depot to try and get a drive belt for my scotts by John Deere S1642 JD's part# is: ... A: Jay The belt you need is a GX10851 and the replacement numbers that you need are Oem Spec Belt. ... | |
| husqvarna yth1848xp | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a husqvarna yth1848xp lawn tractor with 18hp kawasaki engine. when I engage blade mower loses ... A: James You have a bad carburetor when the load takes over the governor tells the carburetor to speed ... | |
| McCulloch blower want Start | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a McCulloch MAC280B Blower Model 21-400228-03 Recently the screws under the magneto that hold ... A: clay Make sure that the piston is set a TDC you can use a pencil to feel for the piston coming up on ... | |
| 25hp ohv briggs & stratton | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 25hp ohv intek turbo cool twin cylinder Briggs & Stratton Motor model#445777 type#0154-E1. ... A: David I am guessing that it is a 31 series. IF so, the aluminum push rod is on the Intake Valve and ... | |
| COMPRESSION IN LBS | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: WHAT IS THE MIN. LBS OF COMPRESSION IN A KOHLER 17 HP CV490S FOR SPARK? I HAVE 80LBS & A SPUN ... A: Steve If you have 80 lbs you are doing great. Install a new key way and reset the fly wheel then ... | |
| Honda 11 HP Gasoline engine | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Ben, i do not have any other info on the engine, all i can gicve you is symtoms. it is attached to ... A: Gary Sounds like the un loader in the pressure washer pump or the plates are going bad,that will ... | |
| Bad Honda... bad, bad HONDA!!! | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have searched through some Q & A's regarding this issue I am having with my Honda Small Gas ... A: Jason You are way off looking for a carburetor problem.When I was first learning this trade I had a ... | |
| ECHO STRING TRIMMER | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE AN ECHO STRING TRIMMER.STRAIGHT SHAFT SRM 230. THE HEAD SPINS BUT IT IS RUNNING REALLY ... A: JENNIFER First thing would be to mark the gas cans with the correct fuel mixture on the can so that ... | |
| lawnboy mower | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a lawnboy model (10424) golden pro series 6.5 dura force engine. The problem is that it ... A: Dennis The Possible causes: 1. Carburetor is dirty. 2. Air leak in carburetor or intake ... | |
| starting trouble | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: my briggs stratton model#289707, type0154-01,code 960621za will not start. I know the battery is ... A: jake First of all you need to drain the engine of excess oil.At the bottom of the engine there is a ... | |
| 24 hp brigs with valve issues | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a B&S 24 hp intak 445677 type 0413 E-1 code 050614 YH Thought we had a bad head gasket.. ... A: Dan With the new Millennium, the engineers at Briggs & Stratton felt it was time to come up with a ... | |
| Toro weed eater | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toro weed eater that wont start. Before it stopped working it would start for like a minute ... A: Joe Yes that is part of the problem as the primer bulb shoots fuel into the carb body causing it to ... | |
| Carb Adjustments | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12 hp BS IC engine (281706-0203-01) that hasn't been run for two years. I cleaned the carb ... A: Bob The 2 needle valves are low speed and high speed. Start at this setting close both valves till ... | |
| Briggs Twin 12.5 | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Battery will not stay charged. There is no drain on the battery. Model 404437 Type 1210-01 code ... A: Kenneth Sounds like your alternator is bad you will have to replace it Let me know how many wires ... | |
| Honda HRR2164VXA won't start | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Ben, I purchased a Honda mower (Engine model HRR2164VXA, S/N MZCG-7750581) last summer and promptly ... A: James I am sure that it is out of timing,causeing the engine not to fire on the correct cylinder. ... | |
| 5hp b&s 136200 pulse jet type wont start without starting fluid | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a go cart that I replaced the diaphram , needle and spring checked pickup that stickes down ... A: kenny This is probably the most common problem you are likely to encounter. The cause is very often ... | |
| gas flow | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: 75 hp sprint. model # 220011x92a serial# 7533128331z305 my question is after cranking the engine ... A: Tim This can be a bunch of problems here are some helpful ideas. Problem: Engine starts easily but ... | |
| go cart engine stalls | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I have just purchased a Murray go cart with a 6.0 HP Tecumseh engine (model# OHH60 71106C serial# ... A: Steve Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is empty ... | |
| pressure washer | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: i have a Honda gc160 5.0 pressure washer model 01450-0 type 5280cp serial 6708159. while using ... A: glen Sounds like you have some pump oil getting past the wobble plate getting past the o-rings. ... | |
| Troy-Bilt Power Washer low pressure | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Troy-Bilt pressure washer that is a few years old. I took it out today for the firt time ... A: Allan More than likely your pressure regulator valve is stuck,mostly from corrosion due to certain ... | |
| Older MTD 15.5 quits running | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a MTD Huskee 15.5 riding lawn mower. Model # 13A0673G131 (printed under it is 44-9751-8) ... A: Corey Running for a few minutes would not cause the mower to over heat.If the engine starts easily ... | |
| Intek 6.5 Carb Rebuild | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: A friend of mine was given a very nice looking Scotts self propelled mower with an Intek 6.5 B&S ... A: David You may have a bad fuel cap some fuel tanks need to be vented so if the cap is cruded up you ... | |
| Reply email | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: You must have me confused with someone else; I have never ask a questions on this website, let alone ... A: Ken Actually I did answer this a few days ago sometimes the answers get lost in the wide world ... | |
| 2 Stroke Choke Problem | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Ben, I read your profile and although boat motors didn't appear to be your major area of interest, I ... A: Mike Just a suggestion but been there. I would determine if your timing and carbs are synchronized ... | |
| ignition problem on Cub Cadet with Kohler 15 hp | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Cub Cadet Z-42 with a Kohler command 15hp. The engine is a Model CV15S SPEC # ... A: Tony When troubles occur, be sure to check the simple causes which, at first, may seem too obvious ... | |
| setting tappets on OHV | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6.75 hp Craftsman Pressure Washer. The model # is; #580.752700. It a Briggs and Stratton ... A: Well I have to give you kudos for working on the engine yourself. Usually the intake is close to the ... | |
| Oil | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a John Deere tractor, do I have to buy their oil and filters or can I use automobile ... A: Bob You don't have to buy there filters and oil. The oil should be Small engine oil either 5w-30 or ... | |
| Warm Briggs revs up & down then dies | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: 422707-1510-01 18HP I have a Briggs & Stratton engine in a lawn mower that runs fine for about 15 ... A: Steve If this Engine lacks power (possibly after warmup). you may have these Possible causes: ... | |
| Honda GC160 5.5 hp Pressure washer application | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: My motor will only operate smoothly with the choke in the 3/4 closed position. When I open the ... A: Jeff What is Happening the high speed port is got some debris in it. When gas sits in the carb ... | |
| craftsman highwheel trimmer | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a craftsman highwheel trimmer model 536.773501 with a 5.0 hp tecumseh engine on it. The ... A: Ronnie Go to sears parts and yo will find it on the parts dept page,it is easy to find the diagram ... | |
| troy bilt (rider) blade wont engage | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: is it possilbe that the blade wont engage because it set in a filed for 2 yrs.it has a eletric ... A: jerome More than likely the clutch may be rusted stuck. There are 2 wires on the clutch that give ... | |
| JD Hydro 165 | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a John Deere Hydo 165 riding mower. When you put it in gear it trys to move, but doesn't. ... A: Rob There are however a couple things to check first, the drive belt tension and physical condition ... | |
| B&S 31C707-0230-E1 Timing | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I have rebuilt this engine and am having a bit of trouble with the timing. I have taken it apart ... A: Roger Did you check the valve clearance at top-dead-center on the compression stroke? What are the ... | |
| Carburetor on Tecumseh Engine on craftsman Mower | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: The gas keeps overflowing the float bowl and pouring out through the air intake and just drowning ... A: Jerry Your float might be sinking. Take the float off and set it in the float bowl with gas and ... | |
| flooding garden tractor | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a garden tractor with a 11hp vertical shaft B&S motor, engine model 253707, type 0141-02. ... A: Bob Check for stuck float, plugged fuel filter or fuel line. Some tanks have a screen inside them to ... | |
| remove carb from B&S 17.5 hp riding mower | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a B&S 17.5 HP riding mower: model 31C707 type: 0303E1 It had been running fine, but ... A: Travis The first thing to do when rebuilding a carb is to shut the fuel off then remove the air ... | |
| lawn tractor idle problem | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: My craftsman lawn tractor with a Briggs OHV engine will only stay running in full choked throttle, ... A: Steve What you need to do is rebuild the carb as it has problems with junk in the fuel ports The ... | |
| Tecumseh Enduro OHV 5.5 engine | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a Troy-Bilt Tuffy rototiller with a Tecumseh Ednuro OHV 5.5 engine. This was not the original ... A: Rita Here is what you should do at the end of the mowing season: * Change the oil. If you do ... | |
| Honda HRB215 wont start | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Honda HRB215 that is 9 years old. It would not start all of a sudden. I put in a new ... A: David You can gap the magneto with a business card between the fly wheel and the magneto.Remove the ... | |
| cub cadet B&S PTO problems | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I have model 2160 cub cadet with a brigs and stratton model 303447 type 0447-01 4952 code 94021811. ... A: ERIC In the case of an electric starter, the engine cranks but never catches. If there is no ... | |
| Fuel/carberator problem | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman OHV 15.5 HP 28N707 CODE # 955033148 Briggs & Stratton 42" cut mower. Purchased ... A: Willie You will need to rebuild the carburetor,there must be a peice of crud lodged in the venture ... | |
| troybilt weedeater tb20cs | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a brand new troybilt weedeater tb20cs model. It worked great last fall and never had a ... A: Robert I suggest replacing the needle and if the needle isn't rubber-tipped, then replace the seat ... | |
| GAS IN CRANKCASE | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A JOHN DEERE MODEL # LX173 WITH A KOHLER 15 HP MODEL # CV15S I HAVE GAS IN THE CRANK CASE ... A: Bill The carb is the culprit. Either a stuck float (relatively rare IMO) or the needle & seat has a ... | |
| Broadmoor 14 Hydrostat loses power | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Our Broadmoor 14 hydrostat mower loses power after a short time operating and cannot go up even the ... A: I need more information on the Mower just telling me it is a Broadmoor gets me no where they make a ... | |
| Oil in air filter from crankcase breather 318John Deere | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 318 John Deere with the B43G engine, engine serial number is K853946997. The crank case ... A: Lyle Problem: Crankcase breather passing oil. Possible causes: 1. Too much oil in crankcase. ... | |
| Craftsman KOHLER 15.5 OHV model # CV15S | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: its cranks but wont start...i prime the carb and it will run till that gas is gone then it quits A: Do you have a gas filter? If so is it clear? If not, replace it. 6. Is the gas flowing in to the ... | |
| Riding mower will not start | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a Murray with a briggs and it will not start or even turn over. I replaced the batt and ... A: Jerry The first thing you should do is take it to a small engine repair person in your ... | |
| Replacing garden tractor oil filter | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: What do I need to do to replace the oil filter on my Sears Lawn Tractor, Model No. 917.275662, ... A: Charles This type of oil filter just screws off,I have enclosed a picture for you to see the break ... | |
| 15.5 briggs run but pops the whole time through the carb | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: 5 Briggs its on a poplin rider its a 03 model over head valves it runs but pops through the carob it ... A: Randy I am not sure you set the valves correctly, I am thinking you may have tried to set the ... | |
| 11 Hp Briggs blowing gas back out of the carb! | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I've got a Briggs and Stratton 11 HP L head (horizontal) on a mower I'm trying to fix. When I ... A: Chris Are you checking the valve clearance at Top Dead Center (TDC)have you replaced the Intake ... | |
| Cub Cadet | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: A few days ago I started up my Cub Cadet lawn tractor after it had been sitting since early Nov. It ... A: Steve Have you checked the alternator out put sounds like the alt is putting out more that 12 volts ... | |
| electric starter replacement | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: How do you replace an electric starter on a Briggs & Stratton 26 HP model446777-0244-E1. The ... A: Bill First check all battery cables for corrosion as this will keep power from flowing freely to the ... | |
| Craftsman 14hp Kohler no fire | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman model 917.257550. Serial#041494E 004274 Kohler 14hp spec. CV14-1452. Just so you ... A: Aaron Put the equipment in Neutral or Park, disengage the deck attatchment or PTO and depress the ... | |
| no start | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a generac 5000 portable generator, Briggs / Stratton model 19G412 it use to start fast,one or ... A: Jim What you need to do is rebuild the carburetor as the fuel is having a hard time getting to the ... | |
| small engen | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a sears craftsman tiller 6ph ..im getting to much compression when i try pull start it..i ... A: David Have you checked the valves? Because too much valve clearance can cause too much compression. ... | |
| Gas edger runs only when primed | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: Ben, any advice or suggestions would be great. I have a Craftsman gas edger, has been used maybe 25 ... A: Anthony If your Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is ... | |
| Possible Fuel Solenoid Issue | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: We have a Craftsman lawn mower and it starts fine and runs fine for about 10 mintes and then it ... A: Melissa Operate the Mower as Usual. As Soon as the Mower Quits; Remove the Spark Plug. Wrap a Wire ... | |
| carb keeps flooding | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: Hi, I have a ride’m lawnmower with a kohler command 13 hp and the carb keeps flooding to the point ... A: Derek I suspect a bad float needle seat is bad,You also need to check the breather filter as if that ... | |
| Pressure Washer Carb Flooding | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Pressure Washer Model #919.726350 that is about 10 years old. The carb is a ... A: Bud Make sure that the float is level in the bowl,this will cause leakage. Also when you rebuild a ... | |
| lawnmower stopped | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: Ok i have a riding mower murray42 inch cut 2 blade.. i was mowing and felt a rattle and then a loud ... A: Angie Well first of all having low oil is not good for a engine.Running the engine with a little ... | |
| motor off a gerator will it fit a troybuilt tiller | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a tiller with a bad engine its a 1973 horse troy built the engin is a 8 hp brigs the ... A: John Unfortunately there is no replacement engine that will fit this tiller. Each motor made has a ... | |
| Craftsman Lawn mower | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: Briggs & Stratton engine. Model#917.371930 Serial#041008M002575. Engine starts normally when cold. ... A: don Carburetor problems produce different symptoms. There are many different types of carbs, but ... | |
| Wrong oil in an Eager-1 - how bad? | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I just picked up a used Craftsman Eager-1 22" mower with a 5.5HP engine. It hadn't been used for ... A: Ian Remove the oil you put in and install a straight 30w oil,the mower will run better. The oil you ... | |
| Carbyretor for a Tecumseh SV90 | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I need to purchase a carburetor for a 3.5 Hp Tecumseh lawn mower engine the number on the shroud is ... A: Roy We carry the carb replacement,what they did was change the number to TECUMSEH CARBURETOR ... | |
| Snowblower not running | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a Lawnboy 552R. The engine starts and runs with the choke closed, but once I open the choke, ... A: Pete Your carb needs rebuilt as the fuel is getting starved off going into the carburetor. also ... | |
| Poland leaf Blower | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced the carburetor on my Poland blower but still won't crank unless I put some gas into ... A: Glenn Although I haven't worked in the field in 15 years, two stroke theory doesn't change much . ... | |
| 8hp briggs won't run | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: 8hp briggs,mod 192432,type 1011 E1, 970916ye,WALBRO 42 LMT 5 4993 carb.all on a Lincoln Power Arc ... A: ted The carb kit should be a 497578. Are you even getting any spark?? If the Engine will not start ... | |
| Idle/mixture valve on a Briggs and Stratt. | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a horizontal shaft briggs and stratton. It cranks with ease everytime you try to give it ... A: Mark If you adjusted something it may have been the idle/mixture valve. What is sounds like you ... | |
| 16" poulan2150 woodsman chainsaw flooding | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I was given a poulan2150 woodsman that had sat for 6-9 months. mod.#2150- ... A: james Back both high and low speed mixture screws out 1 1/2 turns and you should be able to start ... | |
| Craftsman 2 cycle engine | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: Sure could use your help. Craftsman shrub edger, 18" 2-cycle engine. Model 23 cc/1.4cu. in. 2 cycle ... A: Phil Please check the following these may be some of the problems. 1. Fuel tank is empty or ... | |
| magnum 49 cc ice auger | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: i can't keep this engine running for more than 5-8 seconds aafter i have squirted starting fluid in ... A: JOHNHPAUL If your Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: 1. Fuel ... | |
| Kohler Engine | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: Ben, I have A koHler engine 14hp. k321 . I had it bored .030 piston -.010 rod. I ... A: Ray If you sprayed starting fluid and it still did not start then it is not a fuel problem. More ... | |
| kohler motors 2 of them | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: sv600-0018 and sv600-0019 one serial # is 3710900993 when these motors are cold they do not want to ... A: Anthony Sounds like you may have a intake leak letting to much air and not enough fuel. Check all ... | |
| hot coil | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I just had a kohler K321AQS spec 60343d ser 9557410 rebuild from crank up. I installed eng and ... A: Charlie you don't need battery current to the coil. make sure the "I" terminal wire from the trigger ... | |
| snow thrower | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: MODEL NO 319-800A a part came lose and dameged the solid state module I know the part is not made ... A: Richard Your best bet is to research this online using Google or any search engines.E-bay may help ... | |
| HONDA GX200 RUNS THEN QUITS RESTARTS DOES SAME THING AGAIN | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I GOT A HONDA GX200 6.5 HORSE I BELIVE I GOT A CARB PROBLEM . STARTS FINE RUNS A FEW MINUTES THEN ... A: Bob Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is ... | |
| Techumseh Snow King 5.5hp | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: Techumseh Snow King 5.5hp: Model: LH195SP SPEC: 67517D I had to drop the float bowl to free up the ... A: Mark Usually when that happens you just have to rebuild the carburetor.because the needle now is ... | |
| Briggs and stratton pro classic 3500 generator | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a B&S pro classic 3500 generator. type: EP272-Z code 84101072CA213 3.0 KVA I have checked the ... A: Ivan All common engines require a precisely timed spark to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the ... | |
| oil filter | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: what oil filter can i get in the fram filters that will fit a Kawasaki 19 hp motor on a commercial ... A: James Oil Filters come basically in three qualities. Very good, with excellent filtration; normal; ... | |
| carb mixture adj. | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: Husqvarna 444se chain saw. I need to know the initial starting adj. for both hi and lo mix. adj ... A: Jim The norm for starting the adjustments on most equipment is to take the High speed close it ... | |
| fuel coming out of muffeler | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: what causes this and how can I fix it PLEASE! thank you kendall A: kendall This Problem is Usually Caused by the Carburetor Float Needle Valve Sticking. However, ... | |
| kohler 25 hp v twin | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: i own a craftsman lawn tractor model # 944.605080 with a 25 h.p. kohler engine model# cv730 type ... A: Steve For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. Excessive ... | |
| Engine Sitting to long. | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: If a new, high quality kohler PRO CV25S - 25HP engine sat for 8-9 years without being installed, ... A: Mark Normally they usually don't sit that long,More like 2-3 years. I would think depending on ... | |
| Ariens Snow Thrower | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Ben, I have an Ariens ST824 snow thrower. It has not been used for almost 2 years, so I had the ... A: John Things that would cause that problem are many here is some things you can check. 1. Old ... | |
| helppppppppp | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 techumseh enduro xl/c 357cc overhead valve 7500 watts western hemisphere i dont wich ... A: Chris There is a low oil sensor on the engine,it will let the engine start and run foe a while then ... | |
| What is the CC displacement of a Homelite 240 chainsaw | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I am looking into buying another chainsaw (a Sears Commercial 40 CC with an 18" bar) to replace my ... A: The Saw is Approximately 40cc. You can View this Saw at this Addy ... | |
| poulan chainsaw fuel spills from muffler | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a poulan 180 pro. Was running fine one day then the next I couldn't get it to start and keep ... A: Jeromy Sometimes the reason that happens is because the carb can not breathe,due to dirt and other ... | |
| chainsaw | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A STIHL CHAINSAW MODEL 028 AV SERIAL#216211664 WITH 20 IN BAR. BOGS DOWN UNDER LOAD AND WILL ... A: ken A big part of ensuring a smooth-running engine is keeping your carburetor and linkages clean and ... | |
| craftsman snowblower "hunting" | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a craftsman snowblower model # 247.887900 last year and it ran great. This year at idle ... A: Jake If the Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges your Possible causes may be the following: 1. ... | |
| Honda F200 Rotovator- No Spark | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a Honda F200 rotovator from circa 1980 fitted with a G100 vertical shaft Honda Engine. The ... A: Adam More than likely the coil went bad,they will run and then after the shut down it cools and ... | |
| Honda engine won't fire | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a Honda GX200, 6.5 hp engine on a pressure washer. I used it all last week to wash a house ... A: Rob More than likely the coil went bad,they will run and then after the shut down it cools and ... | |
| Oil leaking | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I have two trimmers. One a trim & edge homelite 25cc and the other a John Deere S1400 30cc. They ... A: Michael It may be more complex, but for starters, did you recently refill it from a new batch of ... | |
| John Deer LT155 No Spark | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: My Neighbor has a John Deere LT155 with the 15HP Kohler OHV Engine. He went to start today and it ... A: Jim First of all Try a NEW plug. Could still be electrically duff even if you clean it. Unplug the ... | |
| McCulloch Chain Saw | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a used chain saw (Mac 3200)that is about 10 years old. I can get it to start ... A: KEN A long time span of weeks between startups will cause ANY two cycle engine to be hard starting. ... | |
| B&S engine stalling | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a B&S 14.5 HP Mod# 280H07, Type 0036E1, Code 060103ZD, Ser# 06012ZD62884 (from housing). This ... A: Emil Have you checked the gas cap? If it's not venting properly the gas will stop flowing from the ... | |
| Stalls After 15 Minutes of operation | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: This is a Craftsman Model#:917.271051, Ser.#:050400B007281, with a Kohler CV15S(41596),Ser.#: ... A: Frank Nowadays, a lot of mower/equipment is using OHV (OverHead Valve) style engines. This in ... | |
| honda Harmony mower | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a Honda Harmony, Model # HRB216TDA Mower with a Type GCV160 OHC/OHV engine. The plugs and ... A: Tom Problem: Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. Possible causes: 1. Carburetor is dirty. ... | |
| Toro won't start ro turn over | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Toro Wheel Horse 416-H Lawn tractor with a 17 HP Onan engine Model# ... A: Randy Take a jumper wire from the battery positive to the starter connection the big bolt. Just ... | |
| Honda Generator | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: Hey Ben, I'm in Houston with Ike heading our way. Tried to start my Honda Generator EB 2200X but ... A: Bill See if you can nurse it with some fuel directly into the carb and keep it running. This would ... | |
| Tecumseh carb issues | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have an MTD tractor mower with a Tecumseh 15.5 HP mower Engine model OHV155 Spec 204509F Engine ... A: Jay Tecumseh Carburetors are simple units. The float model carbs are easy to rebuild/repair. Before ... | |
| engine sputters | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: Lawn mower engine: Briggs and Stratton model 10A902 type 2189B3, 4.5 HP (I think). Just recently ... A: Jay Here are some possible solutions Engine lacks power (possibly after warmup). Possible causes: ... | |
| 12.5 Tecumseh OHV125 | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: Tecumseh 12.5 engine Mod.# OHV125 206603A (H)Wouldn't run unless fully choked.Backfires 1 time ... A: Deane Check the exhaust outlet if it is clogged with carbon your engine will not run good. ... | |
| Impulse Hose cleaning and/or repair | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a Husqvarna 359 that bogs down in a cut. I have read that it could be the impulse hose. Can ... A: Larry here are some possibility's Problem: Engine lacks power (possibly after warmup). Possible ... | |
| John Deere 30cc S1400 cutting out | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: Can I please trouble you with a fuel problem with my John Deere trimmer. Model #S1400, UT20810, ... A: Dan Since this trimmer has been out in the weather for two years you definitely have a carburetor ... | |
| Tecumseh Backfire and Surging | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I have just taken a Coleman Powermate (pm0525312.02) 5000 watt generator out of the box and ... A: Brian If the Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs unevenly. Possible causes: 1. Fuel ... | |
| generator engine surging | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: i'll try to give you as much info as possible. the generator is made by united power. it is a 13h.p ... A: Andy If the Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. Possible causes: 1. Carburetor is dirty. ... | |
| Sears Eager I Push Mower | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: A friend gave me a real nice Sears Eager I self-propelled push mower that he had stored in his ... A: Frank Cleaning Craftsman (Tecumseh) carburetors Simple float carburetors are found on a variety of ... | |
| eventually quits running | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a 22 hp Briggs, it will run good for about 5 minutes and then act like it is running out of ... A: Justin The 2 wires under the Float are the fuel shut off so the engine does not back fire. This ... | |
| 17 hp kawasaki | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: When she is full throttle she seems to run fine. What can I do to fix this problem? Thanks Ed A: ED If your Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. Possible causes: 1. Carburetor is dirty. ... | |
| Engine backfires and 'hunts' | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Briggs n Stratton 15.5 hp ohv engine. designated IC Platinum on a Craftsman mower. ... A: Paul If the Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs unevenly. Possible causes: 1. Fuel ... | |
| Lawn Boy throttle surges | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I have Lawn Boy 6.5 HP MODEL #10324, SERIAL #210004053 and recently replaced the ignition module ... A: Dennis If the Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs unevenly. Possible causes: 1. Fuel ... | |
| RIDING LAWN MOWER | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: MY SISTER HAS A WHITE (NOT THE COLOR WHITE)RIDING LAWN MOWER.IT HAS A 42 INCH CUT AND IS PROBABLY 14 ... A: Harold For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. Excessive ... | |
| Generator won't start. | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Generac 5550 Generator with Briggs @ Stratton 19e400 engine. With pending hurricane ... A: Chris Sounds like the carb needs cleaned when generators sit for a while the fuel gets stale and ... | |
| engine wont stay running | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: i have a snapper 2 cycle 4 hp robin engine that wont stay running. it cranks fine but runs for a ... A: ray First thing you may want to clean the carburetor. Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after ... | |
| Husqvarna rider w/B&S engine shuts off | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: Husqvarna riding mower has a 23 hp Briggs & Stratton Intek V-Twin engine. Runs somewhere between 15 ... A: Ron Sounds like you have a leak somewhere in the fuel lines or a gasket is letting air in the ... | |
| Cold starting | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: My John Deere L130 has a Kolher CV23S Serial# 3310210141 engine. The engine will not start after ... A: Morris Kohler engines on the JD are noted for this hard starting,one of the reasons is the fuel pump ... | |
| John Deere 160 Riding Mower | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Helo I have a JD 160 Riding Mower, with a kawasaki motor FB46OV I replaced the starter and a new ... A: Bill The key switch may be bad,first check the starter by jumping the hot wire of the battery to one ... | |
| Honda HRB217TDA Won't Pull | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: Ben: I have a Honda HRB217TDA lawn motor that won't pull. It was weak two weeks ago so I adjusted ... A: Jim Sounds like you may have a trans axle problem.When the tires are off the ground it will spin ... | |
| engine replaement | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A SEARS EAGER 1 6.75HP MOD#143 006712 SER#YTPXS 1951BA 196 dom 0157 NEED TO REPLACE ENG. ... A: Guy The engine you have is a Tecumseh and they don't have a replacement engine .The one you have is ... | |
| Craftsman getting hot & stops | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Craftsman model # 917.270771 engine model 42707-2631-e1. After cutting grass for a half hr or so, ... A: Karl Possible causes: 1. Magneto is not timed properly. 2. Carburetor set too lean. 3. ... | |
| Engine won't turn over when hot | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Engine is 16.5 HP Briggs Model 42A707, Type 2238-E1. Item was picked up from salvage yard to ... A: Jerry Possible causes: 1. Magneto is not timed properly. 2. Carburetor set too lean. 3. ... | |
| Murray 22415X8A | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a Murray push mower that will start strong for about 5 seconds but after that it will start ... A: Rob Here are some possible problems you may have. Problem: Engine lacks power (possibly after ... | |
| Craftsman Leaf blower-vac | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Blower vac model 358.794960 that was working fine . Got jammed while shredding ... A: Dan You say you have spark but no Fire?? If you have spark then there is fire to operate.How did the ... | |
| lawn mower will not start after running for a little while | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: When I mow, my Husky Lawnmower will not start again. I have to let it cool down and then jump it and ... A: Patrick If the Engine overheats. Possible causes: 1. Magneto is not timed properly. 2. ... | |
| murray rider slipping on inclines | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: My murray rider is hydrostatic and is not going as fast as it used to and when I go up a hill it ... A: Eric Here are some of some possible problems Engine speed low Control linkage bent or out of ... | |
| Stihl MS 180C chain saw | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I am disappointed that I can no longer reach anyone by phone at Stihl and since I have not gotten ... A: Vil First of all I would bring back the part back to the dealer and demand my money back.Since you ... | |
| Craftsman Riding Mower - Trouble with gas getting in oil | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: 5/27/2008 Model # 917273640 - 18.5 hp - Serial # 022704b007135 Not sure what the spec code is I am ... A: Barry Ok what you will have to do is make sure the oil is not too full.Now take the breather tube ... | |
| choke spring assembly Craftsman Eager 1 | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Eager 1 5.0 hp lawnmower. I recently did a tune-up and took off the carburetor, ... A: Ok that is a problem most people do, I always suggest that you take pictures so yo can see how it ... | |
| 1980 or so b&s 3hp hp tiller | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: had this for ever, always ran ok. now it seems to have a weak spark. I've check the gap ( 30 thous ... A: Dave If you can put your finger on the wire and you get nothing that is 1 problem. I would get a ... | |
| Dynamark chainsaw won't start | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a Dynamark Chainsaw that my neighbor sold me about 6-7 years ago. I think it's about 20 ... A: Nick have you checked for spark? Before you go out and buy parts you should check everything to make ... | |
| governor doesnot speed up engine | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a sears model 917.378420 6.75 hp 21 inch rear discharge rotary lawn mower. The problem I have ... A: Rod What they are telling you is that the factory set the run speed to run a certain RPM for cutting ... | |
| 17hp Kawasaki in John Deere 185 | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a JD 185 with a Kawasaki 17hp single cylinder ohv engine in it. The problem is, after you ... A: Dan Problem: Engine lacks power (possibly after warmup). Possible causes: 1. Old gas, bad spark ... | |
| Chinese ATV engine | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: i'm sorry I can't supply any serial numbers, but I don't think that that would help anyway because ... A: John This Chinese engine on this ATV is more than likely a 2 cycle engine. As far as a gel pack I ... | |
| 14.5 B&S lawn mower motor | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: my motor seems to be running half thorttle and its wipe open can it be that im getting to much fuel? ... A: Nate Soak the Carburetor or Manually Clean the Carburetor. A Small Engine Carburetor MUST BE ... | |
| 18hp briggs | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: 18HP Briggs & Stratton (in a Troy Bilt) loses power under load and runs hot. Model- 31D777 Type- ... A: Doug Did you Soak the Carburetor or Manually Clean the Carburetor. A Small Engine Carburetor MUST ... | |
| John Deere LX178 lawn mower | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: My John Deere LX178 lawn mower starts but after mowing about 5 minutes it spits and sputters and ... A: Chris If Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is ... | |
| craftsman tractor model 917.273170 | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: Wont start backfires. Cranks and cranks. Kohler engine. Ran fine two days ago. Drained gas put ... A: Frank If the machine won't start and the spark is good, you must make sure that fresh gasoline is ... | |
| runs when tank half full | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: ben, i have an older pressure washer with a 3 hp briggs and stratton. clean air filter, spark ... A: Jack When the engine dies, you'll have to pull the spark plug out, reattach the spark plug wire, ... | |
| small engine | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: 5 briggs an stratton ohv only runs when choke is wide open.. A: David Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is empty ... | |
| primer ball | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: I have changed the gasket and diaphragm.I also noticed that when it quits the primer ball is sucked ... A: Russ Carburetor problems produce different symptoms. There are many different types of carbs, but ... | |
| Lawn Mower won't start | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: Before I get into cleaning out the carb, etc... Briggs & Stratton 4.0hp Engine (in a Murray Select ... A: Suzanne Possible causes: Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel tank ... | |
| Mower Blade not working properly | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a Toro, 22" , front drive, 6.5 HP Recycler mower Model: 20016 SN: 220338372 At the end of ... A: William Seems to me that the blade came loose out of the mower because it may be unbalanced,that ... | |
| Toro Lawnmower | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: Have a Toro walk behind Model 20017 about 4 years old ( My daughters ). Hard to start when cold. ... A: Bob This Toro has 2 adjusting screws 1 for the idle and 1 for the high idle. Make sure that your ... | |
| Tecumseh lawn mower engine surges, stops | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I've owned my lawnmower for only a couple of years. It has a Tecumseh LV195EA engine, spec 362001D ... A: Eugene Your carburetor is more than likely the problem here.When they start to get bad it will start ... | |
| small engine problem | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: i have a murray riding lawnmower with a 14.5 hp engine, the engine model number is 287707, engine ... A: sonny You have carburetor that needs cleaned or rebuilt.This carb is starving for fuel You may ... | |
| belts on lxt-1842 | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: The belt on this mower is to loose to engage unless the deck height is all the way up. Is there any ... A: Eric There should be a idler pulley with a large spring attached to it.This pulley take up the slack ... | |
| Gas blower cord | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: Just wondering, I have a gas blower (weed eater, featherlite) that has become really hard to start ... A: Linda If the cord is hard to go back in then the cord is basically wound in a way. You may need to ... | |
| 16.5 hp briggs and stratton motor | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: this question pertains to the one i asked you the other day about a 16.5 hp overhead valve briggs ... A: jonathan * The breather allows the pressure inside the crankcase to vent to the outside and ... | |
| Craftsman riding lawnmower | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a lawnmower model #502255532, serial #04123299 and won't start. the battery is new. I have ... A: Ileana The way to test a starter is you need to take starter out of Engine. Install this in a vise ... | |
| CraftMan Leaf Blower | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: My leaf blower has been sitting all winter and when i took it out this spring it wouldn't start. i ... A: Richard Since it sat all winter the carburetor has to be the problem it may be clogged or gummed ... | |
| 16.5 hp briggs and stratton motor | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: 5 horsepower briggs and stratton overhead valve engine. (vert. shaft) this motor runs good, idles up ... A: jonathan The purpose of the crankcase breather valve is allow the air in the crankcase to escape. ... | |
| Homelite Gas Trimmer | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: Greetings, I have a Homelite gas trimmer ZR series S/N 401650348 model#? U/T 20633 Wanted to know ... A: fred all small 2 cycle engines should have the ratio listed on the engine. You can use a 40 to 1 mix ... | |
| backfiring engine | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: i have a B&S 25 HP intec I/C platinum engine on a craftsman rider. Its 8 years old. It backfires ... A: Carmen Sounds like you have a timing problem or the valves are out of adjustment. I would bring it ... | |
| Rebuild kit | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a Briggs model # 28N707, type 0173-01. It smokes alot when it runs and when I engage the PTO. ... A: Matt Does it smoke when the PTO is not engaged? If it smokes all the time you may have a head gasket ... | |
| Lawn Mower Starter Issue | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a Murray Select riding mower. It has a Briggs & Stratton Engine, Model# 21B807, Type 0239E1, ... A: Alex The starter is not fried as it is still spinning,you probably have a problem with the starter ... | |
| lawnmower problems | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: Ben this is for my Honda Harmony II HRR 216. Model # is HRR2162SDA, Serial No. MZ6G-6766185. Cable ... A: David You should be able to fix this yourself,Just some tools and some patience to get this done. I ... | |
| Riding Lawn Mower Craftsman--too much oil | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: My husband ran the gas out of our Craftsman lawn mower. He refilled the gas tank but had problems ... A: Tammy Putting in oil really has nothing to do with starting unless he put in more than the ... | |
| 12 hp briggs timing | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: here my engine briggs 12 hp model#283707 type 1139-e1 ser#000405zd ny son took this motor to his ... A: ken Do you know what the valves are cut at? Seems to me the teacher should know what he is ... | |
| Craftsman power washer | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman power washer powered by a Honda GC160 engine. It will start with one or two ... A: David Your carburetor could be the culprit here. Having that type of problem I would look at oil ... | |
| Weedeater lawn mower | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: We bought our mower last summer and this year when we tried to start it, it only stays on for a ... A: Kumi The carburetor need rebuilt or taken apart and cleaned.The gas is not getting to where it is ... | |
| craftman lawn tractor model 917.259573 | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: i have a 19 hp sears tractor that is not getting any gas at carb. i can pour gas directly in top of ... A: Tony Determining why it won't start Think: FAST - Fuel, Air, Spark, Timing. Diagnosing a balky ... | |
| Primer | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: Lawnmower primer works well to start but after mower runs for a while, 5 minutes, the primer bulb ... A: James You have a problem with the carburetor sounds like the idle port is obstructed causing a ... | |
| carb | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: Hi i have a tecumseh OHV125 12/hp the carb bowl is warped I talk to a guy that his bowl warped to ... A: Charles I have repaired lot of these engines and never come across this problem. The bowl is made of ... | |
| No spark | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a 20hp Honda v-twin model GX620. I have no spark. It was intermittent at first, now constant. ... A: Peter First replace the spark plug sometimes they go bad we even had new one not work. Set the plug ... | |
| Oil coming out of breather into carb | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a Briggs & Stratton 17.hp Model 311707. Smoking bad - tracked the problem to oil spurting ... A: Dave It may be a blown gasket have you down a leak down test to see if the compression goes ... | |
| john deer lt150 wont turn over | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: im trying to help out my grandmother. i only have the model number. sorry. if u need more info i can ... A: Jason If the battery is fully charged and it will not turn over.You may have a few things wrong. Bad ... | |
| Craftsman 917.257740 Riding Lawn Mower | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I was reading your questions and answers on line and need to see if you thought my problem might be ... A: Ray If the battery will not hold a charge: The problem is either a bad battery, or a problem in the ... | |
| short block replacement | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: I got a HMSK100 10.5 hp Tecumseh engine. Well it's my father in law's engine and he forgot to put ... A: Jason This is a snow blower engine so if you are saying that the cases are cracked and the ... | |
| Craftsman Leaf Blower | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I have another question on Craftsman Blower / Vac 358.797342 [Mine is Serial 04145N202001:(14:17)]. ... A: George First thing WELCOME HOME BROTHER no one ever told us that so when we see a Viet Nam vet this ... | |
| 12.5HP Briggs & Stratton Not Running | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I own an older Ariens YT12 Model#286707 Type#0439 01 Code#91110511 It was running fine until I put ... A: Justin If the mower was running just fine last month, and will not start now the first thing to ... | |
| pressure washer repairs | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: 6.75 hp 123k02-0236-e1 04012659 Briggs&stratton motor on troy bilt pressure washer model 020207. ... A: Darrell When pressure washers run like that there are a few possible things that could be wrong. ... | |
| Craftsman Eager-1 Replacement Engine | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: This is a follow-up to finding a replacement engine for the Craftsman Eager-1 lawnmower 6.75HP, ... A: Phill I have spoken to Tecumseh and they told me that the only thing you can do is get a new short ... | |
| Sears Lawn Tractor Dies Out | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: Model number is 917.276010 with the 25HP Koler CV730, type #0017. My mower starting missing real bad ... A: Chuck you have carb problems the engine is starving for fuel.Check to see if the tank is clean ... | |
| Kohler carburetor woes | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a sears riding mower with a Kohler 17hp engine and am having some difficulty with the ... A: Kyle Don't overlook the fact that the you already changed some parts. This sounds like a float ... | |
| Mower Won't start after left in garage 1 year | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2-3 year old John Deere LT133 13 h.p. that stayed in my garage over 1 year unstarted. It ... A: George There is a breather and if it gets clogged it will cause fuel to leak out. Also the float may ... | |
| MTD MOWER ,MOD.126-849C401,SER.1B107B20121 | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: Hope you can help. My MTD Mower will only start after I prime it,even if it is hot . I never had ... A: Larry If you are not comfortable taking the carb off, then you could remove the bowl and bowl nut ... | |
| Craftsman 19.5hp B/S will not Start | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: Craftsman Model Number 917-270810 : Motor Number: 42E707 2631 E1 Problem: I have new battery, Good ... A: James I can not tell you to disconnect the safety switches #1 they are for safety,I would put myself ... | |
| Electronic Ignition | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: I have just purchased a Craftsman tiller, (Modle#636-299950) It has no fire. After checking with ... A: James When you say you just purchased this equipment do you mean New?? Did you buy it from someone? ... | |
| B&S engine model # 126402-0206-E1 | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: The gas flows out the carb and it a new cabr how would fix this. Thanks Andy A: Andy Sounds like the float is stuck and shutting the flow off. It could be from a piece of debris or ... | |
| CUB CADET WON'T SHUT OFF | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: I own a 1988 Cub Cadet Model 1210 (12 hp Kohler) lawn tractor (model, etc, at end of email). ... A: Glenn Take off the engine cover to expose the flywheel and the magneto. On the magneto you should ... | |
| Ryobi String Trimmer | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a Ryobi 725r, 31cc, 15" string trimmer, engine family is YN4XS.0314RA:EM. This tool has not ... A: First of all WELCOME HOME BROTHER it has been long over due. Now to your question Since this has ... | |
| still miss fire,hear pop in carb, | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: you got it running for me, I set the timeing as you said, lossen bolts on magneto, snug one set ay ... A: Bill Some engines have a small popping sound when they are running,It has to do with the crappy gas ... | |
| Deck Belt Replacement | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: The belt listed for my mower is 197242 and I have checked for hours online trying to get a cross ... A: Bruce This belt is sold by sears and is a OEM # 197242 They buy them from AYP who makes belts for a ... | |
| Briggs 5hp | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: Is there any way to check the coil to see if it any good or not? model# 12f702 type 0714-01 code ... A: Raymond The best way to check a coil is to get a spark plug tester,If you dont have one then you can ... | |
| Craftsman Riding Lawnmower Wont Start | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: Okay, our neighbor moved and gave us a riding lawnmower since he knew my husband is good with fixing ... A: Deena Thank you for giving me enough information most people just tell me "Uh my lawn mower wont ... | |
| troy bilt tractor | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: Back at Thanksgiving I was cleaning up the yard with my troybilt tractor.After it stalled I was ... A: Mike Sounds like you have dirt in the carb from the fuel tank. I would look at cleaning out the fuel ... | |
| simplicity mower | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Agco Allis (Simplicity) mower with a 16hp twin cyl. vanguard engine model 303777-type ... A: Steve Yes can pull the seal out with out removing the engine,just make sure you replace the bearing ... | |
| Backfire thru Carburetor | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a briggs & stratton platinum 15.5 HP OHV Turbo Cool. model 28N707,- type 0173-01- code 960614 ... A: Bill What type of carb is this? they use 2 different types one is a walbro the other is a Nikki.Yes ... | |
| Briggs Stratton ingnition armature coil | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: I have an old billy goat vacuum machine with a b&s 8hp engine, model 190432 type 0830-01 code ... A: Jeff Flywheels are made for specif engines according to a few things one is weight,diameter,height ... | |
| MTD Transmission Drive Belts | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have a MTD Yard Machine 6-speed Shift-On-The-Go 38" Twin Blade Deck. Model 13AC762F729, Ser ... A: Dave Is this a Model #760–779 What may have happened is the belt was properly aligned with the ... | |
| mower engine races | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a MDT 12.5hp Briggs Stratton #289707-0121. While mowing the engine suddenly began to race. ... A: Mike Have you checked the throttle cable to make sure it hasn't become loose? That would be a first ... | |
| Sthil brush cutter | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: problem it won't start. I change rings, engine block and carburetor. But engine will not start. If i ... A: ashram # Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel tank cap vent is ... | |
| pull cord | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: How to repair or replace the pull cord on MTD lawn machine mower with 6hp briggs and straton ? A: Don * Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. ... | |
| Onan crankcase breather blowing oil | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: Onan B43M GA016 (intake #170-2968). Engine seems to run strong and smooth until the air cleaner box ... A: Possible causes: 1. Too much oil in crankcase. 2. Engine speed is excessive. 3. Oil fill ... | |
| birggs and stratton G11 1531 B | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a rototiller with a Briggs and Stratton Engine \ Model #G11 1531 B Serial # 5139f1 025 ... A: dana * Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. ... | |
| chainsaw | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 16" Craftsman chain saw, that starts OK, but runs about 30-45 sec then dies. Tried about ... A: ricky Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel ... | |
| purchase guidance | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I work for a non profit and a volunteer has offered to purchase a self propelled brush mower. I ... A: Tray My thoughts are this and in this order. The DR Field brush mower is a good machine but ... | |
| Kohler engine problems | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 22 HP Koler engine that was a brand new engine last year. We serviced the machine and just ... A: Clyde Possible causes: 1. Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel ... | |
| Troybilt | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: I dont have the model number but I just have a simple "how does it work" question. I have a ... A: Claudia You may have one or more problems.Something may be draining your battery while it is off. ... | |
| Problem with a Briggs and Stretton engine | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old Mountfield rotary hand-propelled mower powered by a Briggs and Stretton HP470 ... A: Mark What you haver is a timing problem. Have you hit anything with this mower like a stump rod curb ... | |
| Briggs and stratton 4HP | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: I have just purchased a new engine. I have attached it to the frame, checked the oil, put fuel in ... A: Jason This sounds like the governor is not adjusted correctly.Attached the blade to put a load on ... | |
| honda gx 240 | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: GX240-242 #GC04 4122476 engine installed on bed edger starts fine idles fine when you throttle up ... A: jp If your Engine backfires the Possible causes: 1. Carburetor set too lean. 2. Magneto is ... | |
| Tractor/engine | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: 5 turbo twin cylinder. Recently The tractor broke down the piston rod broke no damage was caused in ... A: Daryl I can help you out with the parts and the manual. Do you have a parts diagram? You can e-mail ... | |
| replace pull cord | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: Honda Harmony HRM215SXA The starter card has pulled out - can I replace this? I have just brought it ... A: Barbara Here is some help for replacing a starter cord. * Broken starter ropes or failure to ... | |
| sears ride on lawn mower | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: my question is on an old sears ride on mower model #914-249-330 it is a 14hp engine and is not ... A: larry Have you checked the fuel cap they need to be vented. You may have a bad one try starting the ... | |
| John Deere GX345 | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: I just recently purchased a 2003 john deere gx345. The problem that I am having is when the engine ... A: Chad You have what they call surging Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. Possible causes: ... | |
| recoil issue with a tecumseh 6hp go cart engine | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I went to start the engine and when I pulled the pull string it came all the way out and locked up. ... A: Zac Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. However, the ... | |
| 2 cycle carb operation | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: My son is now the very proud owner of a 2005 Yamaha Blaster,model# YSF200T w/a 200 cc 2 cycle ... A: Tom Is this a new machine? If it is bring it back,if not check the exhaust muffler to see if there ... | |
| white yard boss 800 | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: I got a white yard boss 800 mulcher,shredder,vacumn and need to learn more about maintance on it or ... A: bj General preventive maintenance Here is what you should do at the end of the mowing season: ... | |
| MTD Snow blower | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: I have an old 8hp Tecumsah MTD snowblower. It runs great but I just noticed today that I am getting ... A: Paul When you say shifting gears,you mean from going low to high? Usually this means the shifter ... | |
| Ryobi 775r string trimmer | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a ryobi 775r string trimmer whose fuel lines I replaced. Now the primer pump cracked and ... A: lESTER Getting parts is sometimes hard for old equipment, I can get you a replacement carb for ... | |
| mower | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: is it posible 4 home handy man 2 dismantl quntum 50 brigs recoil start mechanism or r special tools ... A: Don Yes it is possible and really no special tool are needed. * Broken starter ropes or ... | |
| honda gx670 | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: ben, bought a used 24 horse honda gx670 that powers a mud motor. at wide open throttle, it seems to ... A: Matt Problem: Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. Possible causes: 1. Carburetor is ... | |
| b & s 12hp snowblower engine | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: mod.# 252412 01 code#80043011. can't get spark. would like to see ingnition wiring diagram & ... A: JIM Do not assume that armatures are the source of ignition trouble! Many times ignition failure ... | |
| 5hp Honda mini-bike engine | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a brand new honda 5 hp engine on a mini bike. My son laid it on it's side and the cylinder ... A: Nat What has happened is the breather is now clogged up with oil.Remove the breather and the screen ... | |
| Ariens/ Tecumseh Snow Blower | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to track down year of Blower with model /serial numbers I found on a plate riveted to ... A: Jerermy This is the model # TECUMSEH-MODEL-H60-75003F you need a valve spring here is the part # ... | |
| Craftsman 917.254720 | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a lawn tractor that I accidentally pulled the rear right side axle out of while repairing a ... A: Troy Sory about not getting back to you soon We have been real busy and I was pulling my hair out ... | |
| mower engine | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: i have a kohler 13hp ohv engine,family skh398uig2rb,model cv13t, spec 21520, displ(cc) 398, serial ... A: ray Smoke signals For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. ... | |
| timing on a 4.5hp briggs | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4.5hp Briggs & Stratton that I need to time. If you know how I can do that please help or ... A: Jamie No model numbers I cant help you as each engine is set different depending on the application ... | |
| Starter gear will not engage flywheel | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: B&S 7hp Intek OHV SBSXS 1901VE Starter motor works fine. Gear will engage approximately 2 times if I ... A: William What it sounds like is the starter A starter motor plunger mechanism can become stuck so ... | |
| motor swap White tractor/Sears Kohler engine | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a White riding mower - mod # 136L691F190 - that my mothers husband "forgot" to put oil in. I ... A: Bill Since you replaced this mower with another engine you will have to take out the wiring ... | |
| Lawn mower starts, runs for a second, then turns off | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: Craftsman Model number 917 376871 with the Eager-1 Engine Engine Model 143.966006 Engine Family ... A: Robert being that the mower sat for a couple of years the fuel gummed up in the tank and in the ... | |
| changing oil | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a Campbell Hausfeld pressure washer (model PW205020LE) with a Briggs and Stranton Engine. ... A: Rich The oil change procedure is a lot simpler than for an automobile as everything is readily ... | |
| Fuel in Oil | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have been working on repairing a Briggs & Stratton Model:31C707 Type: 0154 E1 and the ... A: Rich From the Description of your problem it sounds like the rings have collapsed. They no longer ... | |
| kubota diesel | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a kubota zero turn with a 28 hp Kubota diesel engine model D1105. It has 450 hours and runs ... A: Rob The rubber plug is a blow by pressure relief. It only lets oil out if the pressure is to ... | |
| MTD Snowthrower w/ tecumseh engine | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: Had a lot of trouble starting my snowblower during our snowstorm tuesday. Just had it serviced and ... A: Kevin Sounds like the throttle spring is not working correctly. Some snowblowers work at one speed ... | |
| Changing Piston Rings | 2/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a Briggs 8HP welder/generator. Model # 192432-1136E1. I have the full breakdown of the ... A: Abe To remove the piston rings is not that hard just unbolt the head and then remove the head and ... | |
| Brute snowblower | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: Ok, I just bought a Brute 825. 1st who makes this thing? 2nd Where can I buy part? 3rd I need a ... A: Jim It appears you have a Murray Blower that Briggs owns now and if you will look on the lower ... | |
| MTD logsplitter starting problem | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: I have an MTD 20 ton log splitter with a Tecumseh 6.0 hp engine. It's always been a bitchy starter. ... A: RANDALL Make sure that the fuel is fresh & the fuel line is not restricted then I would check for ... | |
| toro lawnmower sputters while running | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A TORO PERSONAL PACE LAWN MOWER WITH BOS, MODEL 20076. IT'S BRAND NEW AND I RAN IT FOR THE ... A: ROBERT Bring it back to where you purchased it,if you change anything or mess with the mower they ... | |
| 22HP Briggs power loss | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: i have a Craftsman 22hp OHV I/C Platium briggs and stratton(model # 407777,type 0-174 EI) lawn ... A: Joe Carb problem is very likely. first thing to do is see if it's adjusted properly - if it's ... | |
| Craftsman snow thrower will not start | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Model# 247.888530. It is about 4 years old. I used it twice this season with ... A: Alex Test the solenoid: First determine the type of solenoid you have: There are 2 basic types of ... | |
| Murray Snowthrower 5/24 | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: The snowthrower will only run with the throttle fully engaged. It will shut down if the throttle is ... A: SAL Carburetor problems produce different symptoms. There are many different types of carbs, but ... | |
| snow blower over revving | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: Tecumseh HSK850-8330C engine carb #640088 from the craftsman manual. It is 8years old. Have used ... A: John I suspect problem is either the combination of carburetor and governor settings or perhaps ... | |
| Craftsman snow thrower will not start | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Model# 247.888530. It is about 4 years old. I used it twice this season with ... A: Alex This snowblower may not have some parts not available any more. You may have a broken starter ... | |
| Mini Bike | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a mini bike that has a 5 hp Briggs and Stratton motor with Model # 135212 and Type # 0006. I ... A: Brendan Since this engine was froze up probably due to lack of use for a long time.It probably has ... | |
| Poulan 2150 | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: Sir, I have a Poulan 2150 chainsaw that the fuel lines rotted off. I purchased a new primer bulb ... A: Bo This carburetor has no manual pumper. The manual pumper is external to the carburetor. The ... | |
| Won't start | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: I'm having trouble getting my kohler 12.5 command to start. I've read the directions and put oil, ... A: Phillip Huh Rah Even Thou I was a squid LOL..Is this a new engine?Sounds like a. kill switch is ... | |
| 18.5 Briggs engine mod. # 31Q777 uses oil | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Briggs engine mod.# 31Q777 type 0298E1 code 0403042E. The problem i am having is that ... A: Paul We have no Service Bulletins on this engine.The problem may be you are over filling the engine ... | |
| MTD Tecumseh Snow thrower | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: My 1 yr. old snowthrower will not get gas. It wont prime or get fuel while running. Primes only ... A: Dan I believe you need to disassemble and clean the carburetor. Any chance you got the float in ... | |
| MTD snowthrower did not move. | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: The snow-throwers' engine can be started easily. However it cannot move at all. Even I cannot push ... A: Edward look where control cable attaches to auger control handle up on the handlebars. Hopefully ... | |
| Toro ccr 2450 | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: Model # 38515 R-TEK engine My question is... The pull cord is not working properly. I can tell it ... A: Honeybunny This sounds like the starter pawls may be broken or damaged. You will need to remove the ... | |
| Craftsman 5/23 Snowblower | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: My Question is: After about an hour of use I noticed oil was leaking fairly bad on the carb side of ... A: Dave There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| engine won't turn over | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a Husqvarna yth2242 lawn tractor with a kohler cv22 engine. The problem is that the engine ... A: James Check for a faulty or misadjusted STOP switch. This may be activated by releasing the dead-man ... | |
| snapper 4-cycle snowthower | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: my father in-law passed and i got his snapper snow thrower Briggs & Stratton 4- cycle. don't know ... A: dave Problem: Engine backfires. Possible causes: Carburetor set too lean. Magneto is not timed ... | |
| toro 521 snow blower | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: I bought a used toro 521 snow blower from my neighbor who used it only a few times. It's been a ... A: Greg This is probably the most common problem you are likely to encounter. The cause is very often ... | |
| Toro Snowblower - S620 Starting Problems | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: I have an older Toro snowblower that will not start. I had started it with fresh gas and let it run ... A: Kevin Problem: Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible causes: Fuel tank is empty or ... | |
| snowblower engine | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I just got a used snowblower craftsman 7/26 tecumseh 7hp I got it running but when blowing snow it ... A: David Clean and rebuild the carb... Another thing could be a failing coil. Sometimes they fail as ... | |
| Craftsman Snow Blower Leaks Gas when Primer Button is pressed | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a craftsman 5.0HP snow thrower. Model #536.886141. The engine would die with thick snow, ... A: ED Sorry about the delay I was out of town. The primer button may have a bad gasket or a defective ... | |
| Craftsman Snow Blower Leaks Gas when Primer Button is pressed | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a craftsman 5.0HP snow thrower. Model #536.886141. The engine would die with thick snow, ... A: Ed You may have a carb problem when it wont run under a load here is a list of what you can check. ... | |
| weedwacker keeps shutting off | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: my neighbor gave me a weedeater that he couldnt get started i checked sparkplug it was fine poured ... A: tom Yes i would rebuild the carburetor they are not that hard to do. Make sure you either take some ... | |
| Deere 285 Lawn Mower Low Idle Under Load | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a John Deere 285 Tractor. When I switch on the deck to engage the blades or leaf attachment, ... A: Casey There is no high speed switch. Sounds like the carburetor has problems. Problem: Engine lacks ... | |
| 5 HP Briggs motor | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5hp Briggs motor on a kids yard cart. It idles great, throttle response is super but while ... A: James Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: Fuel tank is ... | |
| John Deere 111 will not start | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: My JD 111 with 20 HP B&S will not start. Engine will turn over easily, but it does not appear to be ... A: Brent No the seat switch has nothing to do with the fuel shut off try these on the equipment. ... | |
| Scotts 42589x8 | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: Just purchased a used 99' scotts 42" cut 16hp mower. (model #42589x8) I understand that Murray is ... A: John The first issue with the transaxel I will need to know what the model # is. Here is a generic ... | |
| 10HP YARD MACHINE SNOWBLOWER | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 10 HP YARD MACHINES SNOW BLOWER MODEL # 31AE665E118. THE ISSUE I HAVE IS AS FOLLOWS... I ... A: JOSH Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: Fuel tank is ... | |
| wiring problem | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: I removed a 12.5 hp engine from a snapper LT125 lawn tractor and am putting it on my log splitter ... A: Bryan What is that you need to know? The starter has a positive connection. You need to know what ... | |
| Battery Not Charging | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a John Deere 165 riding mower with a FB460V Kawasaki engine. The battery is not charging. ... A: Ron Sounds like the battery charging rectifier is going bad. You should have at least 14 volts or ... | |
| Briggs Vanguard 9hp VERY Hard to Start | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: I picked up for free a BCS tractor (like a Gravely, takes attachments) with a snow thrower ... A: Tim you might be loosing compression as the engine heats, you could try some heavy oil, but that is ... | |
| Alcohol in gasoline | 1/13/2008 |
| Q: Missouri is requiring all gasoline to have at least 10% alcohol. I have a new mower with the 2 ... A: Larry Most of the new equipment now has the emissions set for the alcohol tainted fuel. The problem ... | |
| Older Craftsman snowblower | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I have an older Craftsman II snow blower that has a model number 143.941001 and the tag also states ... A: Jake This engine is a Tecumseh # HMSK100-159244T.Sounds like you will have to rebuild or replace the ... | |
| won't start | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I am on my second Honda 5.5hp engine that won't start. They are both brand new from sams club on a ... A: Terry Here is some possible problems If the Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible ... | |
| troybilt trimmer #tb90bc | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: trimmer runs with choke on when i press the trigger it revs up and kills like it gets too much ... A: David When a piece of equipment needs to have the choke on to make it run in Idle and then as you ... | |
| Craftsman 16 hp Kohler Model # 917-272058 | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: My Craftsman LT 1000 has had a battery problem from the beginning. I had to replace the battery ... A: Randall Sounds like you may have a short in the starting circuit.Which will cause the battery to ... | |
| Exmark electrical probelm | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I have an Exmark Lazer Z with a 25 Kohler Command 25 HP with an electrical problem. My brother ... A: Corey You probably have fuses blown I would look more into the wiring to see what I see is that the ... | |
| B&S won't take load | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: 12F702-0816 on a John Deere 14PZ push mower, about 12 years old. I was having problems starting it ... A: Mike Sounds like your Problem may be that Engine lacks power (possibly after warmup). Possible ... | |
| Early 70's, 7 hp Tecumseh engine | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: When my father died,the manual was gone forever. It's also been repainted numerous times. Where ... A: Denny Tecumseh model numbers are either stamped into the starter shroud or into a nameplate or tag ... | |
| snowblower not starting | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman snowthrower with a 9hp 318cc tecumseh engine with electric start. I bought it ... A: Kriste Sounds like the machine has a bad carb, It doesn't matter that you didn't use this at ... | |
| Honda Carb winterizing | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: Referring to "John's" suggestion on 4/13/07, I have attempted to winterize Honda carb(Husqvarna ... A: Steve The diaphragm may be the problem as far as the dealer saying it has been a noticeable problem ... | |
| snowthrower | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 9 hp poulan pro snowthrower(Model 927 ES) that is new with just 9 hours of use..What would ... A: Bill First of all I would return this unit as it will be under warranty.Some times the cables get in ... | |
| Toro Snow Thrower starts hard / runs rough | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Ben, I have a Toro S-620 2 cycle snow thrower that is about 12 years old (model 38165). Over the ... A: Bruce Condition of gasoline: Old or contaminated gas will make any engine harder to start. If the ... | |
| Craftsman Snow Blower Attachment Repair | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Happy New Year, Ben! I have a Sears 24hp tractor 917-273620 with Two Stage Snow Thrower Model ... A: Amador There are two bolts 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 HEX and there is a pulley with 2 small SCREWS, 5/16-18 X ... | |
| Fuel leakage | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I am experiencing a fuel leak by the fuel strainer cup. It does not appear to be the o-ring in the ... A: Eric Have you checked the drain screw? The float if it is not correct will cause flooding or if the ... | |
| 2 Cycle Oil Usage | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I recently bought a Stihl BG55 Blower, the recommended fuel oil mix is 50:1, of course I have ... A: Ray 32:1 for all 2 cycles will work, but you may foul plugs allot on some pieces of equipment that ... | |
| Ryobi 775r String Trimmer won't start | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: This Ryobi was working for more than 10 yrs, until this week it was difficult to start. The fuel ... A: Wagner Questions: It should not run fully choked, right? They can run fully choked because the carb ... | |
| engine problems | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: toro snow blower 5 horsepower with is 24 and the model number is 31625 502081.tecumseh engine model ... A: Greg The hole in the muffler will cause the carb to become richer that will affect the high speed ... | |
| Honda Carb winterizing | 12/28/2007 |
| Q: Referring to "John's" suggestion on 4/13/07, I have attempted to winterize Honda carb(Husqvarna ... A: Steve Leaving the equipment for 4 weeks really wont make that much varnish. You have other carb ... | |
| pull rope broken | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: well i was pulling on my 1994 arctic cat when out of nowwhere the pull rope just gave way. so how ... A: Jason To renew rope or spring. first remove all spring tension from rope. Using a screwdriver pull ... | |
| craftsman 7 horse rear tine tiller model 917.294270 | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: I recently bought this tiller, put fresh gas & spark plug in. It starts up fine, runs & sounds ... A: randy Sounds like the carb is all gummed up. You will need to take this carb apart and clean it.To ... | |
| PART #? | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: ... I currently am rebuilding a mid 70's snow blower. It has a 8H.P side shaft B&S engine on it. It ... A: Neal There has to be a Model # on this engine unless it is a clone made in japan.Which I doubt, look ... | |
| carb problems | 12/25/2007 |
| Q: .merry christmas to you and your family, recently i clean my carb it was a mess.i have three ... A: Greg Merry Christmas to you and yours.......... First you need to set the screws at a neutral ... | |
| Bolens Snowblower Problem (Black Smoke) | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: Ben, I bought a old used Bolens snowblower w/Tecumseh 5 HP engine (HS50-67073C, SER 9096B). Changed ... A: For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. Excessive smoke from ... | |
| B&S 17.5 hp B&S engine runs cold for 2 mins, then dies | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: My 17.5 hp sears lawn tractor (purchased in 2003) began giving me trouble a few days ago. When ... A: Doug Most likely it is a fuel problem if the magneto was bad it wouldn't start at all. Check to see ... | |
| Murray Snowblower | 12/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Murray Snowblower, 5 hp, 22 inch, model 622518X31D. It runs on choke, but as soon as ... A: Arnold The first step, before you even look at the carburetor, is to check the gas in the tank. If ... | |
| Snowblower Axle | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: I recently was given a MTD Snowflite 8/26 snowblower. It is vintage 1970's, I used it as a teenager! ... A: John Any piece of equipment that lasts that long is well worth fixing,as long as the parts are ... | |
| Toro s-200 snowthrower | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1979 Toro S-200 snowthrower mdl 38130 with a model ah 520 tecumseh 2.25 engine.I wasn't ... A: Norm For power to be developed, the ignition of the compressed air/fuel mixture must take place at ... | |
| Snowblower problem | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 5HP snowblower that I am having trouble with. I believe the engine model# is ... A: Derek usually when you engage the auger you will hear a slight drop in the rpm's then the Governor ... | |
| change oil | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a tecumseh engine hs50 67074 41588 on a snow blower by toro it is a 5 horsepower and with is ... A: Greg Run the engine for about 2 to 3 minutes to allow the oil to circulate and warm up so that it is ... | |
| 8hp kohler | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: engine starts blue flame puff out exhaust spits out carb is this timing or carb trouble setting ... A: chuck White or blue smoke while running may be an indication of an excessively worn cylinder or ... | |
| Power washer operating as it shouldn't? | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old power washer with a Briggs and Stratton engine (120000 Model Series). The ... A: Kevin First check the air filter. Is it getting air and gas? If not lets find out why. 1. Air ... | |
| 8.5hp Briggs hard/no start | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: Briggs & Stratton 190416 Type 2996 8.5HP horizontal shaft (Snowblower). Very difficult to start and ... A: Dave I will give you some ideas that you may try some may seem simple,usually that's the answer ... | |
| Snow Thrower not starting | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: i won a lawnboy 2 cycle snow thrower and its not starting i check the sparkplug and it seems that ... A: Nilo First check the air filter. Is it getting air and gas? If not lets find out why. 1. Air ... | |
| Craftsman Eager-1 Replacement Engine | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: What would the Tecumseh replacement engine part number for the Craftsman Eager-1 lawnmower 6.75HP, ... A: Phil Are you sure this is a good engine # 917377610 I can not find that in the data base we have and ... | |
| Briggs & Stratton Govenor | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a Toro Snow Blower Model 38150 with a Briggs & Stratton 8hp motor, Model 190402. I did some ... A: Paul What you have to do is install the linkage in the middle hole and start the engine to see how ... | |
| Snapper Riding Mower | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I just replaced the battery on my snapper mower. The mower will not start. Nothing happens when I ... A: Laura First check to see that all connections are tight then check the fuse that is near the battery ... | |
| tecumseh | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: my dad has a Coleman powermate 5000 generator with a tecumseh 10 hp engine that has been a pain ... A: Randy This sounds like the low oil switch is giving you the problem. Make sure the oil is full and ... | |
| Honda 24hp not firing on one of the cylinder | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a Honda 24 hp. GX670 on a Parker leaf loader with 34 hours on it. Some times the one cylinder ... A: Dan Have you checked the spark plugs? Try to change them and set the gap around .0025 Sometimes you ... | |
| dangerous blades | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: i have a Toro wheel horse 71225 sno. 200001234 and the blades have started engaging when disengaged. ... A: Dean I NEED YOU TO EXPLAIN TO ME A LITTLE BIT MORE.You are saying that when you disengage the blades ... | |
| Poulan Chainsaw | 12/11/2007 |
| Q: Poulan 2000, TypeII, SN 1H037B601, Walbro carb. My saw will not idle. When started it runs at very ... A: Dale Is the carburetor now primed and ready to provide fuel to the engine? Note that both the ... | |
| battery not charging | 12/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a craftsman lt1000 riding lawn mower it has a kohler command 16hp engine ohv cv460s and the ... A: Paul You may have a problem with the battery charging rectifier.Put a multi meter on the battery ... | |
| Is it worth replacing engine in Crafstman Snow Thrower | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: Just started my Crafstman Snow Thrower for the year. Motor stopped, smoked and locked up. Will not ... A: Jason I would check first the area of the starter. Try to pull out the starter and see if the ... | |
| Kawasaki to kohler exchange | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: I am seeking to replace a blown Kawasaki liquid cooled v-twin with a great running Kohler air cooled ... A: Chris I will need the model #'s of the equipment and the engine. To answer this question.You may be ... | |
| b&s 16 hp vanguard on maxll atv | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: idles to high, idle adjust screw out all way and wont slow down. idle stop about 1/8 inch from end ... A: Max Have you checked the governor controls. This could be the cause of the idling high.You may have ... | |
| Carftsman Carburetor (leaf Blower) | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman Leaf Blower (Model #358794960) that will not start. I removed the carburetor and ... A: Dick The problem you have is very common with 2-cycle motors that have sat for awhile. The problem ... | |
| Sears Generator | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I have an older Sears 3000 watt generator. I found the model # 580327320 and with that I went to ... A: Gene That is a Tecumseh engine Model # HS40-55482G The problem if you install a rebuild kit you ... | |
| gas in oil | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a Honda 13 hp G390 that the gas is getting into crankcase.Iknow that the shut-off needs to be ... A: Richard Not actually true sometimes the float will stick sometimes it wont when fuel get into the ... | |
| Lawn Vacuum | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a Sears Craftsman 4.5 hp Lawn Vacuum. After priming, it will start but stop a few seconds ... A: Bill The problem may be a dirty carburetor.Is the gas flowing in to the carburetor? If not you ... | |
| honda harmony hrm215 | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: I washed out underside of lawnmower and since then it will not start the pullstart wants to pullback ... A: Dave Have you checked to see if the blade spins freely? Take the spark plug out and try to spin the ... | |
| troybuilt snowblower | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: ben, i need to change the auger and drive belts on my troybuilt snowblower unit#420100101624 with an ... A: joe You may have a model that breaks apart in the middle. If so, loosen the bottom bolts on each ... | |
| problems with Honda Engine | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a xcell pressure washer Model XR2600, with a Honda XC 160 5.0 HP engine. I haven't used it in ... A: Jim Where was it stored and did you put in some sort of pump lubricant? Sounds like the pump may be ... | |
| Engine Speed | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: I Placed a carb from a blown 10 hp Briggs engine onto a 11 hp Briggs that was used but ran good when ... A: BILLY I have enclosed a image of the set up for that carb on that engine that you said is the one ... | |
| lawn mower starting | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: my mower is a Snapper zero turn with a 18 hp Kohler command engine.PROBLEM- wont start.I have good ... A: Richard before you blame someone on there not reading the question. You need to think about what ... | |
| i need your help | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: .Thank you for being an expert and for helping people like us with small engine repairs.I have a ... A: Greg When you try to separate the case you need to have the crank pressed out you can do this your ... | |
| sears gt 5000 lower deck won't turn on | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: My wife was cleaning up leaves in yard when all of a sudden lower deck stopped running. I checked ... A: Manny Have you checked to make sure that the clutch wires are hooked up correctly and the safety ... | |
| No spark 8 hp. tecumseh | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: I get no spark. Ignition is breaker point magneto. Installed a short block in 2001, part #752292a. ... A: Al Have you checked to make sure the air gap is set right. Now check to make sure that the ignition ... | |
| Honda | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: I have 2 unrelated questions. First, I am looking for a muffler for a Honda G200. Will a muffler ... A: Jerry No they are two different engines used for other applications like generators. If you need a ... | |
| parts | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: i have and older sears garden tractor with an onan engine ,i can not find pistons and rod for it the ... A: Bill I need the serial # for this engine it should listed on the engine. The # you gave me is the ... | |
| TROY BUILT STRING TRIMMER | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: Engine starts but quits after a few seconds. Spark good, piston does not appear broken. Gas free ... A: Ed Make sure that the fuel cap is vented and check the fuel filter if there is one. Sounds like the ... | |
| oil change | 11/23/2007 |
| Q: I think the oil drain plug on my 18 horse mower is on the lower side of the engine. How am I ... A: mike Yes that is where they are located,and when you drain the oil you need to put a oil pan under ... | |
| riding mower backfiring | 11/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a sears riding mower model 917.271910 LT1000. Today when I cranked it using the choke like ... A: Danny The engine you have on there should be a Briggs & Stratton Model # 407777 Type # 0167-E1 Your ... | |
| Ryobi String Trimmer | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: I have this Ryobi String Trimmer approx. 2 years old. I only have to choke it, bulb it a few times ... A: .........I mean Dallas My advise is to throw it out.............LOL Hmmmmmmm Actually what your ... | |
| 8 hp Briggs & Stratton | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: I just received an early to mid 80's john deere 108 lawn mower with an 8 hp Briggs and Stratton ... A: Kenneth I will need the mod # spec or code # and serial # before I can tell you what to do. Usually ... | |
| Leaf Blower | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: Craftsman Leaf Blower Model 358.797342 I have read your responses to others with this unit and so ... A: Johnny You just may have to buy a carburetor for this blower,Sometimes rebuilding them is not enough ... | |
| Kohler 16.5 hp Engine | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman riding lawn mower with a Kohler 16.5hp engine that idles, but runs really rough ... A: Kerry You may want to check the carburetor sounds like the high speed jet needs adjustment,or if you ... | |
| Engine Back Fires | 11/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 252707 0132-01 80061 Briggs and Straton 11 hp engine. The engine was running when parked ... A: Billy The wiring for the engine is not compatible for this new frame,is this a lawn tractor, snow ... | |
| replacement belts | 11/15/2007 |
| Q: I own a Craftsman garden tractor model #917.276010 I need to replace both the primary and secondary ... A: Scott Think about this some belts are better than others,but how many times do you replace a belt? ... | |
| Poulan Backpack Intermittient Operation | 11/11/2007 |
| Q: Good Morning BEN, My backpack leaf blower (Poulan Pro 442, 2 cycle) is acting real strange all of a ... A: Paul Your high speed port is partialy clogged or has a obstruction,the low speed is exactly that ... | |
| blades wont engage | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: i bought a used murray riding lawn mower and i mowed the front yard the other day with it and it did ... A: lanny Sounds like the blade engagement pulley may be not working what happens when you pull up on ... | |
| Chainsaw Won't Start | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I committed the cardinal sin and let the chainsaw sit with some gasoline in it for about 3 years. I ... A: Rafa Yes you can have this fixed by you or a repair shop. The carburetor needs to be removed and ... | |
| Float level setting | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: The carb on my snowblower is letting fuel out of it when i prime it.After a tear down i noticed ... A: Curtis When you prime the carb with the primer bulb you by pass the float,it injects fuel down the ... | |
| Honda engine loading up | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I just replaced a B&S with a Honda 6.5 hp on a BCS walk behind tractor mounted with a sickle bar ... A: Peter Running at a low RPM will cause it to load up and foul plugs. What you may want to do is close ... | |
| 14 hp vanguard twin engine | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: hi i have a vanguard14 hp twin engine i cant get it to start i changed the plugs cleaned the carb ... A: Jacob If you spray ether in the carb(which is not good use carb cleaner)you say it starts to ... | |
| B&S Intek Plus 18.5 HP OHV -Will Not Start | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a B&S Intek 18.5 HP engine on my riding mower. It will turn the engine over fine on turning ... A: Brad If the starter is not catching when you turn the key you probably have a wore gear on the ... | |
| Murray Riding Mower will not start | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I have replaced the battery, solenoid, and seat switch. When you turn the key to start the mower, ... A: Roger Yes to by pass the switch you will need to put a wire on one side of the solenoid the one that ... | |
| kohler 8 hp motor (cast iron) | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: Sir, I just bought a cast iron Kohler motor (8 hp) last weekend at an auction, it is painted orange, ... A: Tom There has to be a set of numbers on this engine have you looked at the starter cover? Sometimes ... | |
| B&S 17hp model 42A707 | 10/24/2007 |
| Q: Ben, Recently bought a tractor with a B&S 17HP twin model 42A707 type 2238E1 code 4205B. It ran for ... A: Tom First of all it sounds like the crank shaft may be the problem You can reseat the valves again ... | |
| welder with 20hp kohler | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I can weld for awhile sometimes the motor will give a hissing sound and just die out and other times ... A: brent Sounds like when it gets hot the compression may be getting less Try this out for Compression ... | |
| Smokin Kohler CV740S 27 HP Twin | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2003 GT6500 Craftsman Garden Tractor Powered by a 27 HP Kohler Command Vertial Shaft Twin ... A: Chuck For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. Excessive ... | |
| Muffler Glows Red | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 20hp Kohler Courage engine that had seized up and was disassembled. The lower bearing was ... A: Jim Sounds like the timing is off Possible causes: Magneto is not timed properly. Carburetor set ... | |
| Leaf Blower (Poulan pro) | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: My leaf blower is about two yrs old, just recently I have been having problems starting it. Usually, ... A: lot of 2 cycle engines have problems after being used. because they use oil & gas mixture if the ... | |
| 19HP Kawasaki stalls | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: Ben, I have a 2003 Scag Tiger Cub with the 19 HP Kawasaki engine (FH601V I think) that I use to mow ... A: John Have you checked the fuel tank for dirt if you can look in there to see sometimes dirt will ... | |
| front wheel and tire on an old Murray | 10/18/2007 |
| Q: I am a little (easily) confused about your answer to Gail concerning her Murray front wheel where ... A: Jeanne I don't think I answered this question before, then again we get so many questions. I will ... | |
| water in the engine, really. | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a B&S 14HP engine model# 326437, type 0252-01, code 7709221. It's on a 1977 Simplicity Baron ... A: Donald Sounds like this tractor sat out in the rain ,snow for a while causing water to enter the ... | |
| 8 HP Briggs Model 194412; Type 010601; Code 90011710 | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: I help maintain a Homelite Emergency Power Generator EH 4400HD that was purchased new in June of ... A: Gary IMOP You should shut down the generator with the off switch then shut off the fuel leaving some ... | |
| 16 h.p. briggs s/cyl.model 326431 type 0144 | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I am having problems getting my motor running and when I do it misses and backfires.Here is what has ... A: Larry There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| No spark | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a Briggs 12Hp engine (model 28407; type 1026-E1; code 980205ZA) on a Sears Craftsman Lawn ... A: Bill The key switch is the coil shut off. yes you can try by-passing some of the switches,unplug the ... | |
| No spark | 10/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a Briggs 12Hp engine (model 28407; type 1026-E1; code 980205ZA) on a Sears Craftsman Lawn ... A: Bill You may want to check to see if a safety switch may be causing the problem.They have several of ... | |
| lawn mower broken again | 10/11/2007 |
| Q: I have an old Murray lawn Mower (maybe about 5 years or more) with the big wheels in the back and it ... A: Michael Nowadays it may not wise to put money into a push mower, You already spent $85.00 on the ... | |
| Weed eater blues | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 4 stroke Yardman weedeater, model YM26CS. Today I was using it and all the sudden the ... A: Travis What seems to be the problem is that the engine is not getting enough fuel,because you have ... | |
| 23 Vanguard firing one side only | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 23 Vanguard Horz. shaft 380400 model.I have it in a small mud boat. Coming in from fishing ... A: John You may have a fouled plug change both of them. when you get it running and while it is running ... | |
| kohler | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a kohler eng. model #CV490S ,after running it for awhile.When I turn off the engine it ... A: Marty Problem: Engine knocks. Possible causes: Magneto is not timed properly. Carburetor is set ... | |
| Tecumseh 6.0 engine for GoCart | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: I just bought this gocart second hand. It cranked on the first pull for about a week. Then it ... A: Amy Hmmmmmmmmmmmm "in words a woman understands" Woman are hard to figure out but I will give it my ... | |
| JOHN DEERE L100 WILL NOT START | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: MY TRACTOR WIIL NOT START.I TESTED THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER SELINOD IT JUST CLICKS WHEN I TURN ... A: Rolando You said you checked the battery and it is good,now try to start the engine from the starter ... | |
| Smoking...Now Won't Start | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: I just bought a used Craftsman riding lawn mower for $500.00. Model #917270722 Serial# ... A: Kathy If there is a watery looking oil most likely that is gas put your sniffer there and see if it ... | |
| Craftman Lawn Mower | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: I own a craftsman lawn mower. Two weeks ago I hit a small stump on the ground. The Lawn mower ... A: Margaret The following description applies to most small rotary lawn mowers with direct driven ... | |
| Wrong Fuel in lawn mower | 10/5/2007 |
| Q: I used 2 stroke fuel instead of four stroke fuel in a 2 stroke lawn mower It now doesn't start How ... A: Lachlan When you used the 2 stroke fuel it has oil in it you need to drain the tank, and fill it ... | |
| B ans S Idle Problem | 10/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a Briggs and Stratton 10 HP one cylinder engine on a riding mower. The idle seems to be off. ... A: Alan What you are referring to is the choke,when the engine is cold you sometimes have to use the ... | |
| removing flywheel on 5hp briggs stratton engine | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I have an old kemp chipper shredder. I need to get off the flywheel. model 130202,type 8915-01,code ... A: ron Flywheel removal Remove the shroud (blower cover) if you have not done so already. This is ... | |
| Burned Wire/Diode of a Murray Riding Mower | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: My Murray 14 HP riding lawn mower worked fine until I tried to re-start it after refueling. It ... A: Bo The diode is used to change the voltage from the stator the red wire is used for DC output only ... | |
| Belts | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: How tight are both drive and mower belts supposed to be when engaged? Should they both be as tight ... A: Todd They should be tight like in a car with a small amount of free play. There is a pulley in the ... | |
| honda auto choke engine | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a troy-bilt push mower with a 5.5 160cc Honda. The last time I used it I sharpened blade and ... A: Chris When you try to start the mower see if the choke closes. If the choke is not closing or is ... | |
| Cannot remove battery | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a Sears Mid-Engine Rider 30" Mower/Mulcher Hydrostatic Drive Model 536.270320 and I can't get ... A: http://www3.sears.com/imaging/ImagePageJava.shtml?productTypeID=1509200&brandID=0247&modelDesc=MID%2 ... | |
| weed whacker and roto tiller woes... | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: I'm through with guessing about how to fix the small engines. Here it is... I have a roto tiller ... A: Mike For the tiller when the valve spring broke did you change both springs and valves? You should ... | |
| craftsman lawnmower | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: I have an old craftsman gas powered lawnmower. Is there anyway to tell what year it was built from ... A: Joe Model, Type and Code numbers Briggs and Stratton engines are identified with a MODEL, TYPE and ... | |
| Murray Rider Model 30577x8A | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I got water in my fuel. Siphoned water from gas tank but I don't know how to clean it from the ... A: Wendy What you will need to do is remove the float bowl on the bottom of the carburetor. dump out ... | |
| Transmission problems on Troy Bilt LTX2146 | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: I changed the drive belt and the transmission belt yesterday. Now am having trouble putting into ... A: Craig Binding is not free. That means it is stuck or Jammed sometimes the pulley bearings go bad ... | |
| Second engine oil seal replacement | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a Briggs & Stratton, 20 hp, INTEK V-Twin mower engine. Model # 406777, type 0128 E1. This ... A: Barry When the oil is dark grey or any other grey color it means that you may have water in the ... | |
| Craftsman 917.255371 riding mower | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: I have cleaned out the carb. and it still won't start. My battery bogs down after a few attempts. ... A: yaya You may have a weak battery, check the volts on the battery it should show 12-13 volts. Now try ... | |
| mower problems | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: 25.0HP Kawasaki rider that keeps flooding out when starting have to remove air filters & turn off ... A: Carolian Your fuel pump may be bad causing the fuel to free flow to the carburetor. If you replaced ... | |
| Engine runs rich | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: My kids have a new go-kart with a chinese copy of a Honda GX160 engine. Unfortunately this only runs ... A: John The Chinese versions of the Honda engines have problems with the valves especially the intake ... | |
| 15.5 murray ohv briggs i/c engine | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: Mower won't start. cranks over, has spark, cleaned plug pored gas in carb even hit with shot of ... A: John Problem: Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible causes: Fuel tank is empty or ... | |
| B&S 6.5 | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: My B&S 6.5hp craftsman mower will only turn out when the primer is pushed about 8-10 times, and then ... A: Adam It is time for a carburetor rebuild as the jets are clogged and the diaphram may be broken. ... | |
| honda gc160 exhaust valve stuck | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I am new to small engine repair. I have a gc160 honda EMYB 1624006 from a Billy Goat quiet blow that ... A: Joe This is probably the most common problem you are likely to encounter. The cause is very often ... | |
| my strimmer | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: my strimmer wont work right. 1st thing is it will idel fine for a few secs then idel rough and cut ... A: Toby There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| Husqvarna Loses Power | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a Husqvarna YTH2148 48" riding mower. It is only 2 yrs old and I am having my first problem ... A: Terry For the most part, smoking is just as bad for a small engine as it is for you. Excessive smoke ... | |
| blades | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I have a Cub Cadet Commercial mower "The Tank" 48 inch cut. I need to replace the blades but, they ... A: Eduardo The nut for the blades comes out in a counter clock wise direction, You will need to use a ... | |
| White smoke from mower deck | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I have a craftsman 20.5 hp 42" lawn tractor mo. no. 917.270850. When i engage the mover white smoke ... A: Cary What the problem may be is that the bearings in the idler pulley are bad. This is a very much ... | |
| Engine backfire | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: 14.5HP Briggs & Stratton engine (Model 287707)on 42" cut Murray rider. Engine begins to sputter ... A: Ron Problem: Engine backfires. Possible causes: Carburetor set too lean. Magneto is not timed ... | |
| Tuning a Sumec Carb for Altitude | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: My father recently bought a Coleman ProForce Powermate 2500 5.5 HP generator for use at his cabin. ... A: Ben The optimal air:fuel ratio is around 14:1. This must be lower for a cold engine and thus a choke ... | |
| Black smoke (fuel would burn) | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: We bought second hand lawn mower Mastercraft 6.25 HP.It was working fine until I added oil. Mower ... A: lior Use the recommended oil for your engine. SAE30 is usually specified by the engine manufacturer ... | |
| Brushcutter | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: I have bought a new brushcutter but find it hard to start. Is there any easy way? I am pretty old ... A: Howard There may be something wrong with this engine as new engines today are fairly easy to start ... | |
| Oil change | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: What type of oil (weight) is recommended for a 5hp Briggs A: Paul For the common 4 stroke engines such as Briggs & Stratton or Tecumseh, you don't need to buy ... | |
| 1715 Cub Cadet | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: Bought used, model 154081, in any forward gear under a load it's not smooth, jerks or skips ... A: Bill The adjustments are the idler pulley it keeps tension on the belt.Have you checked the main ... | |
| Honda GX390 13.0hp engine | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: This engine has been stood for about three years in my garage. has my other generator was stolen I ... A: David Here is some possible causes of your problem. Problem: Crankcase breather passing oil. ... | |
| onan engine model# ccka ms 2748J | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: I have replaced coil, points, condensor, still no fire at the plugs this engine is on a miller ... A: Kent All common lawn mower engines require a precisely timed spark to ignite the air-fuel mixture ... | |
| John Deere 14PZ | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: After 13 years of faithful service my mower won't turn over. I changed the spark plug which was ... A: Jean The following information may help you out with your mower problems The reason most engines ... | |
| Craftsman Mower Sounds Like Sledge Hammer | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 6HP push mower that ran fine till last week. When I went to start it it sounded ... A: Adam Sounds like the following problems Problem: Engine knocks. Possible causes: Magneto is not ... | |
| Pull starter on Craftsman 6HP mulcher | 7/26/2007 |
| Q: May be a pretty simple question. I have a 5-year-old Craftsman 6HP mulching mower (not ... A: Steve Here is some help on this Recoil (pull) starter repair Broken starter ropes or failure to ... | |
| briggs and stratton backfires | 7/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a pretty cheap b&s Bolens push mower, 5 hp, that i purchased in May of 2007, just recently i ... A: Paul First of all it still should be under warranty I would bring it back where you got. Most times ... | |
| Loss of power | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a Sears Craftsman Model # 917.256531,Briggs& Stratton Engine Model # 28N707, Type #0173-01 ... A: Al Try these soulitions or rule them out if it doesnt pertain to your problem. Spark plug is ... | |
| One confusing Kohler | 7/20/2007 |
| Q: I need help diagnosing my CV730-17 Kohler 25hp on my 2003 (Sears) tractor. Quick history, would not ... A: Chris Did the repair shop rebuild this engine? If they did Bring it back to them. Your problem ... | |
| riding lawn mower | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: Model #917271041 Sears Craftman 42 inch riding lawn mower the deck does not drop down all way and ... A: Brian Have you checked the deck adjustment? With sears mowers if you pull up the deck you should be ... | |
| tecumseh ovrm65 2218b 6.5hp | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I have rebuilt this carburator and still cannot get it to prime correctly. I have cleaned out bowl ... A: jimmie Cleaning Craftsman (Tecumseh) carburetors Simple float carburetors are found on a variety of ... | |
| small engine | 7/18/2007 |
| Q: starter motor kickback I have adjusted valve clearances also checked fly w key I removed the key and ... A: bernie Try some of these tips You should only need to do this if you are replacing or grinding a ... | |
| Toro mower won't start | 7/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a Toro Super Recycler SR-21. It's worked fine for the first few times I've used it this ... A: Llyod Here is some help for you Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. ... | |
| Chugging problem | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12.5 Briggs & Straton 12.5hp lawn mower (make is a Lawn Flite. The engine works fine by ... A: Brad Here is some trouble shooting tips Problem: Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs ... | |
| 6.5 crafsman not firing | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: Model # 143986250 STP185U1G1RA I have a 5 year old craftman push mower(self propelled) that has ... A: Roy You may have a cut off switch thats giving you the problem or the coil is bad. Check the switch ... | |
| Kawasaki 19HP - ToroZ149 | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a kawasaki 19hp twin (I believe it is a FV540) on my Toro Z149. After cutting yesterday I ... A: Ken It could be a number of problems,make sure the battery is charged up,if the battery is weak it ... | |
| won't run | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: I have an old sears gas edger Model# 536-85650 with a 3.5 hp engine. I can't get it to run. if I ... A: Steve Here are some trouble shooting ideas. Problem: Engine will not start or is hard to start. ... | |
| Won't stay running | 7/14/2007 |
| Q: I also have a craftsmen lawnmower, Model # 917.378461, the fuel tank is full, I don't know where the ... A: Joe If you are pushing the primer bulb and you don't think the float bowl is getting any gas they ... | |
| Won't stay running | 7/14/2007 |
| Q: I also have a craftsmen lawnmower, Model # 917.378461, the fuel tank is full, I don't know where the ... A: Joseph Do you have a small bulb primer you have to push when you first start the engine>If you do ... | |
| Craftman 22 HP B&S engine missfires | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a craftsman Model 917-272860 with a 22HP Intek B&S engine. The engine started misfiring when ... A: Dan Here is some trouble shooting tips that may help you. Problem: Engine misses. Possible causes: ... | |
| Lawnmower problem | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: I own a craftsman mower with a 6.5HP Engine the Engine model # is 143976252, my problem is it won't ... A: Jack Here is some helpful hints,that you may have to look at.Problem: Engine starts easily but dies ... | |
| B&S 6hp engine throttle issues | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: Ben, How is it going? I have a Briggs & Stratton 6 HP mower. Model 12H802 Type 3180-B1 CODE ... A: Mike Sounds like you have a surge problem. Problem: Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges. ... | |
| Mid 90's Cub Cadet model 2140 riding mower | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: Our Cub Cadet model 2140 with 14.5 horse Onan Elite mower starts fine when cold. It runs fine once ... A: Rob There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| Homelite Zip Start trimmer model UT 20772 | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: S/N MB 1442920, Family YH2X.0254RA - I have trouble starting. Even using starter fluid doesn't seem ... A: Ray You have carburetor problems for sure. I woulkd think about getting a new carb or rebuilding ... | |
| Honda GX240 on Dayton generator | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: Hadn't been run in 3 or 4 yrs. Gas had been drained, oil changed and new plug installed when stored ... A: Frank When they have been stored that long a number of problems can be the issue.Dry ... | |
| Bent shaft | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a Tecumseh 5.0 HP Vector Pro engine mounted on a Murray Mower. I struck a large solid 1 inch ... A: Dale They are a pain to do and not cost effective depending on the age of the mower, We charge ... | |
| Homelite Zip Start trimmer model UT 20772 | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: S/N MB 1442920, Family YH2X.0254RA - I have trouble starting. Even using starter fluid doesn't seem ... A: Ray How is the Fuel to oil mixture you may have some gumming up in the carb.I would think that the ... | |
| Mower problems | 7/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a Sears Craftsman Electric Start, 6.25 HP, Eager-1,Model#917.377351, Serial #05279M010177. My ... A: Jack Here is what may be wrong Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. ... | |
| craftsman | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a sears craftsman tractor, The hydro static trans. has leaked out all the oil. I am replacing ... A: Glen Ok I found the trans I have a picture to send you but we cant do it on this site e-mail me at ... | |
| 25 hp intec motor | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a B.S. model 445777 type 0154-E1 motor and it will die when it gets hot checked fuel cap ... A: Norman Problem: Engine overheats. Possible causes: Magneto is not timed properly. Carburetor set ... | |
| looking for a career change | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: i am hoping with all your years experience in this field you can give me your honest opinion..if i ... A: Greg This is a seasonal business, it is hard to make a living at it as there is so much competion ... | |
| Craftsmen YS4500 | 7/4/2007 |
| Q: Why does the lawn mower sputter, pop really loud and smoke? It started up fine when I bought it, ... A: Aaron Problem: Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs unevenly. Possible causes: Fuel line ... | |
| JD 18hp carb adjusting | 7/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2000 JD 325 with a 18 hp twin Kawasaki,The engine was surging at idle into mid range, so I ... A: Mike yes the low speed Idle adjustment is one set screw and then the other is the one you set at ... | |
| engine dies | 7/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a 20 hp yard machine by mtd the model number off the briggs and stratton engine is 461707 ... A: Tony Sounds like when you start to put a load on the mower it boggs.You need to Test the engine ... | |
| Scotts lawnmower 6.0 | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: The gas tank on my lawn mower is leaking about an inch down from the top. What can I do to fix it ... A: juanita Here are some helpful tips. Problem: Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible ... | |
| setting overhead valves | 7/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a mtd riding mower with a 14.5 hp. briggs and stratton engine with overhead valves.The book ... A: JIM either one is ok.Use a feeler gauge to check the gap between the valve lifter and valve stem ... | |
| B&S edger wont start | 6/29/2007 |
| Q: my B&S edger wont start I clean carb, tank and still sometimes it trys to start for like 4 sec. ... A: Oscar Here are some trouble shooting ideas. Most of the time, the possible causes and solutions will ... | |
| pull rope and spring messed up on craftsman | 6/28/2007 |
| Q: My pull rope broke on my craftsman 917.377190, so I took the top off and routed the string through ... A: RIC Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. However, the ... | |
| B&S 5 hp no start | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a B&S 5hp - mod. 130902, type 062501, code 79102406 on a "Rover Mower" brand chipper mod ... A: Brenton If the timing is off you should get some kind of trying to start scenario. It may start and ... | |
| briggs & stratton engine on mixer | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: I have an engine that has had the valves done and new head gaskets etc. but when you start it it run ... A: David There can be numerous reasons for the engine to quit running when it gets up to operating ... | |
| Vanguard V-Twin 23HP fuel problem | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: I live in Anchorage, Alaska and have an boat outboard engine equipped with two each 23HP Vanguard ... A: Andy Ok first of all you can bring these units back to any B & S service dealer as they are still ... | |
| B&S 190432, Type 1535, 81072012 | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: Used on homemade LogSplitter. Won't start. No Spark. I think I need to pull the flywheel and work on ... A: Bill Does this engine have the original pull start cover? What you need to do is remove the pull ... | |
| lawn tractor problem | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: Sears Model #917.273080 22HP hydrostatic drive lawn tractor dies when I let off the clutch. A: Robby Have you checked any of the safety switches? you should have 1 for the clutch,1 for the ... | |
| lawn tractor won't start | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: my 20.5hp B&S was running fine until I ran out of gas. Filled up and engine would not even fire. I ... A: John When you let the mower run out of gas you wil usauly suck in to the carburetor the dirt and ... | |
| Toro Proline 36 shuts down after running | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a Toro Proline 36 inch. The engine is 15 hp Kohler engine. Model 30529. I have changed the ... A: Chuck Seems like you went and did al the neccesary tests. Check for the following Battery cables ... | |
| Tecumseh wont idle well | 6/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a tecumseh 5 horse motor on a go cart. It wasnt idling well and dying alot. I rebuilt the ... A: Mark Try to stabilize engine RPM, by holding steady, the solid link between the gov arm and the ... | |
| blowing white smoke | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: 1 1/2 to 2 year old troy-bilt lawn tractor,17.5 hp briggs and stratton, mowing and all of a sudden ... A: Greg Use the lawnmower's oil dipstick to determine whether the oil level is correct. Maintain the ... | |
| Mower will not turn off | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: When I let go of the handle the mower will not turn off. The governor and govered springs have been ... A: Karen What this sounds like is the ground is off the stop switch connected to the handle. Check to ... | |
| Craftsman Riding Lawn Tractor | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: I have model # 917.270711 by Craftsman. Replaced fuel filter, spark plugs and battery and it still ... A: Joe What this sounds like is your battery charging Regulator is bad or may be unplugged.You will ... | |
| huskee tiller | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: unable to start huskee tiller.belt bad and changed then changed spark plug.first time started and ... A: Jason here you go Problem: Engine will not start or is hard to start. Possible causes: Fuel tank ... | |
| riding lawnmower | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a Sears, Model No 502.256114, riding lawnmower. I believe it to be from the 80's. It does not ... A: Phebe,Phebe,Phebe From friends.......Wow I am Honored..........:-} The following chart lists a ... | |
| engine governor | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a BS model 253707 type 0247 01 code 87010910 Can you give me a detailed description to reset ... A: lewis B&S engines have a spring in the governor arrangement. You want to change tension on the ... | |
| Riding lawnmower | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a Murray, riding lawnmower, model 425014x92B, with a Briggs & Stratton motor. My lawnmower ... A: Deb if you were closer we would fix it we have a 3 day fix policy for equipment in stock parts. ... | |
| troy bilt tiller | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a troy bilt tiller with a 8 hp. kohler(Horse) engine. It has been sitting up over 4 years. It ... A: Jack First I would empty the gas out and put new fresh gas in it and a Fuel filter.Then I would ... | |
| Toro Push Mower Pull Cord Won't Pull | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: The pull cord can only travel a few inches. I removed the metal cover and the cord pulls freely, but ... A: Mike Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. However, the ... | |
| re-assembly of the recoil housing on tiller | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: I took my craftsman-tecumseh 3 hp tiller apart to replace the pull rope. Somehow I managed to ... A: Fred Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that are fairly easy. However, the ... | |
| Tecumseh 7 HP | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 7 hp Excuse off an old Atlas, an H70 engine. It sat for years in my shed after I bought a ... A: Bob This is probably the most common problem you are likely to encounter. The cause is very often ... | |
| lawn mower | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: I recently hit a big exposed rock with my lawn mower. Since the it vibrates badly. Do you think the ... A: Barry OUCH !!!!!...............this may cost you The following description applies to most small ... | |
| toro lawn tractor | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: i just picked up a '97 toro wheelhorse 16-44 mo. no. 71196. engine runs great, cuts great but there ... A: todd Check for thr following problems Engine speed low Control linkage bent or out of adjustment ... | |
| burning out coils | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I have a Briggs & Stratton, Model # 461707, Type 0143E1, Code 0011165A, bought 11/23/01. While ... A: Dean Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds. Possible causes: Fuel tank is ... | |
| Lawn Boy Hydro Transmission | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: my Lawn Boy is a Model 81191, thr tranny I think is a 316-0500. I can certainly check the fluid ... A: Robert Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical ... | |
| 17hp OHV Briggs | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: bought it used. cleaned it all up and cut for about 20 minutes. turned it off for 5minutes to ... A: Kyle When you say it wont turn over do you mean that the engine does not crank? You may want to ... | |
| Toro Edger carb parts. | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a Toro Edger Model 58410. It has a Suzuki 2hp 4cycle engine on it. The carb need replaced, ... A: lARRY GO TO tORO .COM TRY THIS LINK IT MAY WORK ... | |
| Sears Lawn Tractor 917.270812 | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: 4 year old Craftsman 19.5 42" 6 speed transaxle. Recently has begun to cut out after approx 30 ... A: Brian Sounds like it is getting vapor locked..Check the venting the cap the fuel lines,filter. You ... | |
| Lwan Boy Hydro transmission | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I just bought a used but very well cared for lawn boy LT 13H riding mower. The person I bought it ... A: Robert Have you checked the fluid in the pump? Sounds like you have a lot of air in there and it ... | |
| sick lawnmower | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: We have a craftsman mower w/ Tecumhsa engine.We've replaced the pull, spark plug and filter and ... A: Paula Most of the time, the possible causes and solutions will be similar to those where the engine ... | |
| strimmer cord | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: what is the correct way to wind on a strimmer cord A: Joe Each one is different if you have a large trimmer take the head off and inside you will see a ... | |
| craftsman mower | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a mower with a 15.5 kohler when mowing it will quit after mowing about 10-15 min.does not ... A: Ed What it sounds like is the intake valves may be the problem. When the engine gets hot they will ... | |
| shindaiwa t 20 trimmer | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: My Shindaiwa t 20 trimmer will run ok if I put gas directly into the carb but stops as soon as that ... A: Tom i am sure this may be a 2 cycle trimmer. It sounds like the carburetor is not sucking the fuel ... | |
| tecumseh mower | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: i have a qeustion i have a old sears self propellled tecumseh mower. i got it from my neihbor and ... A: Richard Yes if you have bad rings you are losing compression and there fore losing the power as the ... | |
| craftsman lawnmower | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: how do you replace starter rope on craftsman lawnmower? (Eager I) mod. # 917377271 ser. #050797M ... A: Nathan The pull start assembly is usually easy to get to and will not take long to repair. Generally ... | |
| B&S Model 12H812 broken rod | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: I have a pressure washer with the above mentioned engine on it. It broke the connecting rod which I ... A: Craig What else did you do to this engine when you break a connecting rod you have to disassemble ... | |
| No blade | 6/2/2007 |
| Q: The lawnmower craftsman 917.377591 have no blade (after moving) is it ture that I will not be able ... A: Gady What happened to the blade ??? did someone steal it LOL if you start it you can damage the ... | |
| changing oil | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: i have a mtd self propeled lawn mower model 124-488f118 serial no: 1d144c40149 brigs engine i cannot ... A: Dennis Have you looked on the bottom of the deck, usually they are under the mower deck it will look ... | |
| Craftsman Riding Mower | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 16 hp mower - model 917.2720601 with a Kohler engine. I just changed oil and ... A: Brad Sometimes they get a vapor lock check to make sure that the gas cap is venting ok,try loosening ... | |
| Spring for starter mechanism in B&S engine | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: I was trying to replace the chord on my pull start B&S engine. When I disassembled the starter, the ... A: Jon Recoil (pull) starter repair Broken starter ropes or failure to retract are both repairs that ... | |
| Bolens H14XL with Tecumseh OH140 - won't start | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a Bolens tractor model H14XL with a Tecumseh OH140 14HP horizontal shaft engine. The problem ... A: Ian Well at least we know the fuel pump is getting fuel to the bowl.I would suspect the carburetor ... | |
| kohler cv 22s | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: type number 75534 sears 22hp garden tractor. The fuel shutoff solenoid failed today. I find you can ... A: Michael The fuel solenoid is used the prevent back fire and after run,and also shuts the fuel off so ... | |
| Primer Bulb on older Briggs & Stratton mower | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: The primer bulb on the Murray Sprint 3.75 Lawnmower needs replacing. It's black, about 1" in ... A: Pat Great that your grandson is learning a trade.....who knows maybe one day he will be one of us on ... | |
| Vlave bushings for BS 422707 | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a 18 hp Briggs & Stratton engine model 422707 1522, which needs valve guides bushings. Where ... A: Raul We can get you the valve guide bushings and also you will want to get the intake and the ... | |
| Briggs&Straton 18 HP gas in oil | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: Have a Murray Select mower with an 18HP Brigs OHV engine and when I checked the oil it had gas in ... A: Brandon The float/needle in the carb is not sealing 100% so the gas is leaking into the crankcase. ... | |
| riding mower | 5/22/2007 |
| Q: where can i find the safety switch on a 1984 murray riding mower18 horse power. ANSWER: Ruben What ... A: Ruben The blade switch is located by the clutch engage pulley which is under the mower. I would ... | |
| DRIVE WHEELS LOCK UP WHEN ENGINE OFF | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a Ariens rear wheel drive self propelled lawnmower. It is model #911516. I bought it in ... A: TIM Sounds like the belt that drives the wheels are locked up when the engine is off.I would check ... | |
| Misfiring Cub Cadet Model 2166 | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: Tractor lost power and engine died. Tried to restart. It cranked for about a minute, then ... A: Frosty Check the clearance between the coil Check, and if necessary, adjust the magnet to magneto ... | |
| Craftman lawn mower 6.5 | 5/19/2007 |
| Q: have a Sears 6.75 craftsman lawn mower. It is very difficult to start. I had it serviced with all ... A: Joe make sure the parts you installed are the correct ones and that they are good. I have seen many ... | |
| valve seat fell out 17.5HP B&S 31C707 0230-E1 | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman lawn tractor with a 17.5 hp Briggs & Stratton engine (model # 31C707, type number ... A: Mike Sounds like the valve seat and the valve need to be ground to match eachother.Also check the ... | |
| john deere stx 38 transmission | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a john deere stx 38 (yellow deck). the transmission casing broke and I'm looking in to ... A: frank If you have the manual, and the model #spec number of the Mower not from the engine. You can ... | |
| Start problem w/ Toro GTS2 450 recycler | 5/17/2007 |
| Q: This Toro is several years old but always worked well. It has a B/S 4.5 horsepower engine. I had to ... A: John When you removed the starter housing the throttle cable is connected to the housing via a small ... | |
| 14 HP Vanguard (single cylinder) | 5/16/2007 |
| Q: I have the above mentioned engine in a lawnmower. Starts ok but will not idle as it used to. It ... A: Dennis Sounds like you have carb problems, dirt in the fuel line or in the bowl or in the carb ... | |
| lead additive | 5/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1967 John Deere 110 that I use a lead additive with my gas. I just bought a new JD x304 and ... A: Rob The fuel you are using with lead will put some problems with the new mower. The new engines are ... | |
| Honda GX31 on the FG100A tiller | 5/14/2007 |
| Q: After 4 average seasons, I cannot get the power we did have. I cleaned the spark arrestor, fuel ... A: Troyce If you remove a carb do not use any of the old parts it is not worth the time or the money,if ... | |
| Pull Start on old MTD Gold push | 5/13/2007 |
| Q: My pull cord was stuck but the blade would turn by hand. I removed the top casing and the large ... A: David No drawing here is some help thou. Recoil (pull) starter repair Broken starter ropes or ... | |
| Troy-Bilt LTX-1842 Lawn Tractor w/18H B&S Engine - Backfires | 5/13/2007 |
| Q: Last season my lawn tractor started backfiring to the point of engine cutoff. I put it away to mess ... A: Tom What you have wrong is the Solenoid under the fuel bowl. What that is called is a ... | |
| Small Enfine Starting Problem | 5/12/2007 |
| Q: I have had a Rally Front Tine Tiller for several years. It is Model No. FY850B 5 HP 24 ... A: Bernie The carb itself has a small tube from the main pick up tube I would like to send a picture of ... | |
| chain saw leak | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a chainsaw (Poulan 2150, Woodsman, 36cc, 2.1CI, 16” blade). When running, oil is coming out ... A: Max I would check the oiler line that goes to the chain somewhere it may have split due to old ... | |
| Small Enfine Starting Problem | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: I have had a Rally Front Tine Tiller for several years. It is Model No. FY850B 5 HP 24 ... A: Bernie Since this carb is tank mounted and the fuel pick up is in the tank you will need to remove ... | |
| Lawnmower will not start | 5/9/2007 |
| Q: I have 6.75hp Craftsman lawnmower Model# 917.378493. It worked fine the last time I used it about a ... A: Darcy To check the spark you can use a spark tester or take out the plug and hook it up to the spark ... | |
| lawnmower | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I need to know how to change the oil in my craftsman 4.5 horsepower 21 inch mulcher. I also need to ... A: Dawn To change the blade For just some minor touch up, there is no real need to remove the blade. ... | |
| fuel system JD Kawasaki 17hp | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: The engine won't cold start, fuel isn't getting to the carb. I have been starting the lawn mower ... A: Armand yes the issue may be a fuel pump problem,I would suggest getting the carb rebuilt or at the ... | |
| murray riding mower | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: have a murray riding mower that runs good, but has a tire that won't hold air. the center of wheel ... A: Gail Take the cap off the wheel and there you will find a nut and washer and maybe a cotter pin ... | |
| John Deere Starter problem | 5/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a john deere 185 hydro riding lawn mower. When I turn the key over I can hear the start ... A: Mindy Sound like the starter solenoid may be bad. When the key gets turned it activates a starter ... | |
| No Spark , no go , Tecumseh OHV17 Huskee Rider | 5/6/2007 |
| Q: ..I have a Huskee MTD 13A6693G131 Model,with a OHV17 Tecumseh. Engine family STP490UlG2RA. and i'm ... A: Wayne WOW................ Seems like you had your fill of this Indian engine. BTW how is NY I use ... | |
| water meter | 5/5/2007 |
| Q: I hit the #@%$^%&^ water meter with my MTD. Do I straighten the blade in a press and pound the crank ... A: Paul The assumption is that the engine started and ran normally prior to the incident. If the ... | |
| engine will not start | 5/5/2007 |
| Q: I am the owner of a craftsman LT2000 ride on lawnmower. I purchased it new in oct 2004. I went to ... A: Andre Sounds like the starter may be shorted out if the amp meter goes all the way. try to start the ... | |
| Cub Cadet 2165 stalls - low horsepower | 5/4/2007 |
| Q: Cub Cadet HDS 2165 Cub Cadet 16HP v twin Serial 314141 Engine runs strong for 30-45 minutes then ... A: Doug Sounds like the"coil breakdown" check for spark when it dies.Or carb problems starving for ... | |
| craftsman tractor needs new engine | 5/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a Craftsman 42" cut tractor. Model # 917.270860 Serial # 062199C002382. The engine is blown ... A: Lisa There may be other engines that will fit,but you would have to make some modifications to make ... | |
| Changing oil on craftsman eager 1 mower | 5/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a 6.75 hp. model 917.377591 self-propelled mower & can't find the manual for it - I would ... A: Jim go to sears web site and click on the parts. There you will find a place to put your Model # in. ... | |
| Troy Bilt 46" 22HP garden tractor | 5/2/2007 |
| Q: I recently changed my two drive belts for the mower and now I cannot get the engine to start. It ... A: Charlie Did you disconnect anything besides the PTO. Thats has to be plugged in to turn the engine ... | |
| Craftsman Riding Lawnmower Won't Move, seems like clutch won't disengage | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: I am having a problemn with my rider. The Model number is 917.258502 It starts, the mower deck ... A: Joaquin There is a drive belt Thats is in the rear of the mower.That is what makes the mower move ... | |
| Troy-Bilt TB475SS | 4/29/2007 |
| Q: This is a 4-Cycle, trimmer with speed connect assec. We use the heck out of it, but keep it clean, ... A: Maxwell At least we know where to start, I would check the carburetor sounds like the main jet is ... | |
| Craftsmen Mower will not start | 4/29/2007 |
| Q: Hey Ben, I have a craftmen 12hp rider model 917.25430 I bought it new in 1990. I started it first ... A: Scott Sound like the Starter solenoid is not engaging for the starter or your wires are loose. Check ... | |
| Engine kills when choke is open | 4/28/2007 |
| Q: My rototiller has a 15 yr old Tecumseh H30. New plug & air filter, clean gas. clean carb... at ... A: Jeff Possible causes: Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel tank cap ... | |
| Briggs and Stratton shattered connecting rod | 4/28/2007 |
| Q: I noticed a loss of power on my Briggs and Stratton 20Hp Intek V-Twin Model 407777 engine. A ... A: Derek Connecting rod failures will provide some of the greatest challenges to your failure analysis ... | |
| Poulan Pro 42" 18hp Riding mower B&S engine setup & maintenance. | 4/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a B&S Model 31M777 Type 0234E1 Code 030206ZE that started backfiring through the carburetor. ... A: Jeff I have been pondering this question and here is some help for you. The Spring Checkout Assuming ... | |
| lawn chief | 4/27/2007 |
| Q: Ihave lawn chief 18hp riding mower Ihave replaced the battery and 2 spark plugs and key switch and ... A: Lou Have you checked any fuses? You also need to check the safety switches on the seat,blade engage ... | |
| Deere smokes after 30 seconds running | 4/26/2007 |
| Q: My lawn tractor, a 2001 John Deere LT155 with a 15 HP Kohler engine emits smoke from the front of ... A: Dave Whats happening when the mower sits for a certain amount of time is oil seeps in the area of ... | |
| timing | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: Need to set timing on 18hp briggs&stratton engine,can you help? A: James For power to be developed, the ignition of the compressed air/fuel mixture must take place at ... | |
| Troy Bilt Horse Tiller | 4/24/2007 |
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Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)
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BEN
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I will answer most questions related to this field of small engine repairs,servicing them and trouble shooting problem.Can not answer questions with out the proper Engine Model#,Spec # and Manufacture.
Experience
Presently own a small engine repair shop and a Electrical contracting business.I have been in this field for 26 years.
Education/Credentials
Kohler,Briggs & Stratton,Tecumseh,MTD,Honda,and other Dealer Schools
Awards and Honors
HONORABLE DISCHARGE FROM THE UNITED STATES NAVY VIET NAM SERVICE MEDAL,GOOD CONDUCT AWARD EXPERT MARKSMANSHIP AWARD
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