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| g200 honda motor problem | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I have a g200 197cm3 Honda motor on a go kart, the motor runs great when it's off the ground and on ...
A: RE: Lack of Power Honda Motor, Check to make sure the fuel tank is at least half full. The ratio ...
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| Pricing | 11/8/2008 |
Q: Howard, this is a different type of question. Just passed my OPE certification and have earned a B&S ...
A: Generally speaking, 1.5 hours of labour - for the rebuilding of a carburetor would run you around ...
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| Pricing | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Howard, this is a different type of question. Just passed my OPE certification and have earned a B&S ...
A: Okay, so you are interested in setting up a small engine shop out in the boondocks. I can give you ...
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| Simpson Sears 20 Hp riding lawn mower | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have acquired a Simpson Sears riding lawn mower. The only decal on outside of body is "20T" and I ...
A: Well .... I would say that if the ONAN people are not assisting you, then you might be Out of Luck. ...
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| generator problem | 11/6/2008 |
Q: i have a ust GG5500 series gas generator.while i was using the gererator it started to rev up to ...
A: This problem is also known as 'Hunting and Surging.' Check for the linkages + springs - Are they ...
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| Honda Harmony 1011 Mower | 11/6/2008 |
Q: My lawnmower will not turn off. It starts with no problem but the switch will not turn off the ...
A: In order to test for this one you need to have a multimeter. The circuit from your ignition should ...
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| Craftsman mower fuel cap | 11/5/2008 |
Q: Yesterday, I dropped the fuel cap for my craftsman lawn mower. There were parts inside the cap that ...
A: The fuel cap needs to be in good working order so that air can escape if the tank warms up. When ...
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| older 3 hp brigg's | 11/4/2008 |
Q: excessive oil in the piston, easily pull's ,start's fairly easily, doesn't seem to have alot of ...
A: Piston check is done by measuring the bottom of skirt 90 degrees from piston pin hole with a ...
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| Will not keep a charge. | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 18 HP Briggs & Stratton model # 422777 and I have gone thru 2 batteries, and I was told ...
A: The alternator is a crucial part of the electrical system in your small engine. The alternator ...
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| starter spring replacement | 11/3/2008 |
Q: i have a craftsman ( poulan) 32cc gas blower, how do you replace the recoil starter spring so the ...
A: This pull rope replacement is a little tricky, but only the first time. Firstly, put the ...
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| 26" 10 hp yard machine | 11/2/2008 |
Q: Took my tires off to fill with air, put filled tires back on unable to get self propelled motion to ...
A: I don't think that filling the tires should have interfered with the self-propelling function on ...
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| Engine Runs Wide Open | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 horsepower Briggs & Stratton Engine Model 19G12, Type 1180 E2 running Coleman ...
A: The problem is likely somehow connected to the 15 months that the machine was idle. Was there any ...
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| Dipstick tube for Kohler Engine | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have a K181S 8HP 1971 Kohler engine on a John Deere 110 Lawn Tractor. The dipstick tube is loose ...
A: AS you are aware, the operating temperatures of your engine are hot enough that they might possibly ...
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| replacement battery | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I received a replacment battery p/n 123899x for my Husqvarna mower it doesn't have any fluid in the ...
A: First off I would contact the shop where I purchased the battery to ask them. Batteries generally ...
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| everything to fix it. Can you give me any information why this Briggs & Stratton | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have a Craftsman Lawn Mower model 917.378461 with Briggs & Stratton engine #123k07-0184-E1. I ...
A: Number one suggestion, always tip the lawn mower with [the spark plug] side up. Never tip a lawn ...
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| Replace Lawn mower engine | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I need to find a replacement engine for my 83 year old dads 1985 4 HP craftsman push mower. The ...
A: Gee, my Dad used to always be spraying starter fluid into his engine to get it started too. The ...
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| B&S 6.75 no start | 10/30/2008 |
Q: 5 year old B&S 125K02 type 0243 E1 that will not start. Cleaned the carb, replaced needle & seat & ...
A: If you have a WET spark plug in a no-start condition then the following checks should be done. 1. ...
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| different cylinder sizes | 10/29/2008 |
Q: i have an old briggs and stratton engine (1976) and it does not say the H.P on it so i looked up the ...
A: Briggs & Stratton engineers figured how to gain some additional power by placing the valves in the ...
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| Briggs V-Twin | 10/29/2008 |
Q: Well, I just purchased a used 35hp Briggs & Stratton V-Twin offline. I have a hobby of making ...
A: It sounds like you could classify this as 'Engine Runs Poorly' since a 'no-start' condition would ...
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| Rototiller | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I purchased a Sears rototiller years ago and used it once -stored for 7 years and didn't start. ...
A: The someone who advised you about winter storage was partly correct. The part about running the ...
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| Honda 5.5 hp won't start | 10/28/2008 |
Q: My Honda 5.5 hp wont start. There is no spark at the spark plug. Cleaned air filter, magneto, ...
A: Well it sounds as if the electrical current isn't reaching the spark plug. Check all connections ...
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| honda generator ES6500 | 10/27/2008 |
Q: The engine when running is blowing exhaust back threw air filter. I took off rubber hose from carb. ...
A: The only thing I can think of is possibly checking to make sure there is not blockage [carbon ...
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| Briggs-Stratton engine | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I recently replaced the piston rod in an 8 hp engine model 195432 type 0881. I twisted a couple of ...
A: The Briggs & Stratton maintenance manual I am looking at says "Tighten the cylinder head bolts in ...
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| Honda Riding mower | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I have a Honda Lawn mower (rider) Model 3813 (2-cylinder, liquid cooled engine). when I turn the ...
A: I would be careful using your truck battery to jump your riding mower. The excessive voltage may ...
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| ride on mower will not start | 10/26/2008 |
Q: My John Deere F525 will not start. It is a kawasaki single cylinder 17 hp pain in the butt.There is ...
A: Okay I will try to answer your question by breaking the problem into three parts. 1) Your J. Deere ...
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| Honda V twin 24 horse motor | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have a relatively new Honda V twin 24 horse motor on my Dixie Chopper lawn mower, it will start ...
A: Hey Ralph, It sounds like there's a setting not right with either the carburetor or the governor. ...
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| Husqvarna rider w/B&S engine shuts down | 8/10/2008 |
Q: Husqvarna riding mower has a 23 hp Briggs & Stratton Intek V-Twin engine. Runs somewhere between 15 ...
A: Re; Intermittent Engine problems First, you provided a well written account of these intermittent ...
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| what is a | 8/9/2008 |
Q: what is the crank shaft and cam shaft and what if i have too howls in the one that pushes the volves ...
A: Engines of all types, car, lawnmower, roto-tiller, etc. etc., utilize a system encompassing the ...
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| Tecumseh 16.5hp motor | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I have a tecumseh 16.5hp mower motor and it is very hard to start. Occasionally it jams and battery ...
A: Did you test the spark with a spark tester? Did you test the Battery? Is it fully charged? If the ...
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| porter cable pressure washer | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I, my pressure washer is powered by a honda gcv160 5.5, I but it today its brand new, the engine ...
A: Given that the Pressure Washer is 'brand new' then I would suggest returning the machine to the ...
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| Onan CCKA Fire damage | 8/7/2008 |
Q: Engine: Onan CCKA-MS/2803J Ser.# J770272460 16.5 Hp. Installed in a Case 646 tractor. ...
A: Fist off WD-40 is not a good engine lubricant. Before you put engine back together I would suggest ...
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| log splitter engine | 8/7/2008 |
Q: Wanting to change the crankcase oil in my log splitter.It has a Briggs and Stratton 6hp engine and I ...
A: Hey Mike, I've not used a log splitter machine, but I notice that every Briggs & Stratton engine ...
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| old riding mower, B & S engine | 8/6/2008 |
Q: My son and I have acquired an old, (1960's early 70's) Wards Power-Kraft riding mower with a 5hp ...
A: I would recommend contacting a Briggs & Stratton small engine shop and inquiring about replacement ...
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| Lawn mower leaking oil | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My Craftsman mower model 917.377795 with 5.5 hp Honda engine started leaking oil at the cylinder ...
A: This is the first time I've ever heard of a Craftsman mower with a Honda engine. They 'usually' come ...
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| briggs and stration cab | 8/4/2008 |
Q: i have a rototiller engine that im am going to use to make a mini bike out of.... and it has been ...
A: The initial feeling I have is to check for a fuel problem. Is the fuel too old. (Did you put fresh ...
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| tecumseh(tlailan licence) generator | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have one,more than twenty years, old electric generator Tecumseh HPB 40G,made in Italy under ...
A: I own a tecumseh technician's Handbook - 3 - 11 HP 4 cycle L Head engines. I'd suggest that you ...
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| snapper rear engine rider | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a model 33127BE rear engine rider with a 12HP Briggs and Stratton engine. My problem is with ...
A: First off, your stop switch doesn't seem to be working properly. In order to isolate the problem ...
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| Point gap on Honda G 200 utility engine. | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a nice used 5 horse flat head, air cooled engine that I had running a couple times before and ...
A: In answer to your question, yes I'd agree that the incorrect point gap is similar to timing. There ...
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| 12hp i/c briggs carb | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I have an old Rally riding mower i just bought for a few bucks. The engine spins over, but you gotta ...
A: Hey Bubba, Check my out previous answer ON HOW TO diagnose an engine no-start condition. Since you ...
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| 12.5 kawasaki gx95 | 7/31/2008 |
Q: My johndeere won't start after I shut it off when its hot. I use regular gas without ethanol. Now it ...
A: I will first start with what you first mentioned, that the machine doesn't start after working and ...
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| craftsman chain saw model #358.350870 | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Brand new last year and hardly used. Took it out of the celler and cleaned it. Went to start it up ...
A: When you find that your rope isn't recoiling,& it doesn't have to do with > binding problem (within ...
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| Fuel issue with Sears Tractor | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I have a Sears lawn tractor 917.273140 with a 17HP Kholer engine (CV490, type 27508). The gas ...
A: Okay, you have clearly outlined the symptoms with your machine. In order to clarify this situation ...
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| John Deere 68 ride on 8 hp B&S | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Perhaps I was pushing my lil' JD too hard when taking down some pretty hefty weeds. Things were ...
A: Well the first thing I'd want to know is the origin of the 'bang'. It sounds like (possibly) a ...
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| electric pto keeps disengaging | 7/28/2008 |
Q: i just bought the troybilt automatic garden tracter - big red horse and there is only 6 mowing hours ...
A: I just looked at http://www.complaints.com and I noticed there is another complaint about the ...
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| Kohler 19 hp Courage - gas in oil | 7/27/2008 |
Q: After sitting for three weeks I went to start my 1.5 yr old Troy-Bilt mower with Kohler 19 hp ...
A: I wonder if you have propped the machine up with the side (the one with the spark plug on it) UP. ...
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| honda gc160 acts like it's running out of fuel | 7/26/2008 |
Q: i have a honda gc160 gcah-1053199 on a northstar presuure washer . problem is it doesn't stay ...
A: Well, it sounds like you've tried everything to get this engine to run, but so far no luck. Check ...
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| B&S engine surge | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I have a Murray (B&S 4HP) mower that all off a sudden started surging on me. It will stay running ...
A: Here are some steps to check the problem you outlined: 1. Check your springs linkages move ...
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| ECHO chainsaw CS-4400 | 1/17/2008 |
Q: Hey Howard, I created my own problem. I put gas in where the oil goes and oil where the gas goes. In ...
A: Hey Hi Donnie O, My-my... I had to let [what was described about your maintenance scene] just sink ...
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| tecumseh 17hp ohv | 1/16/2008 |
Q: My riding MTD mower, sat idle for about two months and it is now not getting fuel to the cylinder. ...
A: Doesn't sound like the two month idle should restrict the movement of fuel to the cylinder. The ...
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| carb leak | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i have a gocart that did not run i cleaned carburetor added gas and it started leaking lots i put it ...
A: Hey Cody, I've come across similar carb-leak situations with many mowers that I've repaired. In ...
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| Small engine transmission | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old ATV called a honcho with a kohler 181s engine and a stand alone transmission(it sits ...
A: I don't have all that much experience with ATV's, but I'll try to give you some direction on this ...
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| Craftsman 10.5HP 29" Snowblower | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Craftsman 10.HP 29" Snowblower (C950-52021-0)with a Tecumseh engine, and I was ...
A: Re; Craftsman 10 HP Snowblower. I assume you've looked around your blower and found the Tecumseh ...
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| Leaking Tecumseh Carb | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have a older (apprx 10 yr) Sears Craftsman snow blower. Model 536.884810. The engine is a ...
A: I experienced a similar problem with a Toro mower [7+ years old] that I have. Once you shut off the ...
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| Snowblower engine to cultivator | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have an old snowblower with a 5 HP Briggs (130202 0237 2) Engine. I would like to transfer this ...
A: This question is slightly more technical than one might think [on the face of it]. Remember Doug, ...
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| EDGER | 1/13/2008 |
Q: My briggs and straton motor on my edger starts but it will rev up load and rev down low. It will not ...
A: Engines that surging, or run unevenly can be the result of Fuel Cap vent clogged, a dirty carb, ...
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| Craftsman Chainsaw | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Craftsman chainsaw purchased at Sears (358.352320) 2.3, with a 16" blade. Saw works great, ...
A: Personally I would check with a small engine shop before shopping for a new saw. Many times shops ...
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| snowblower wont run | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I have an Tecumsah HSSK50 engine on my MTD snowblower that will only start with no choke and runs ...
A: According to the information I have; When the spark's DRY- Check 1. Fuel supply and fuel cap vent, ...
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| Exmark electrical problem | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have an Exmark Lazer Z with a 25 Kohler Command 25 HP with an electrical problem. My brother ...
A: Hey, I understand your dilemma, I once worked on my Saturn [auto] when I was very tired and made a ...
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| MTD Snowthrower | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 horse MTD snowblower with a Tecumseh engine. Engine numbers are HSSK50 67324M (D) ...
A: The manual I use is Tecumseh Technicians Handbook 3 - 11 HP 4 Cycle L-Head enginesPage 27 + Pg 28 ...
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| Go kart carb | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have a go kart with a carb that is in need of repair.one of the small pieces needle like pieces ...
A: Well... this is a bit of a tough one. If you can find a serial no., and or model no. on the engine ...
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| rough running kohler 17.5 | 1/6/2008 |
Q: my scott (john deer) mower was running fine, but all at once it started running rough, (backfiring & ...
A: Not sure of the engine model/serial no. but anyways, it seems you're having an overheating problem ...
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| MTD Snowthrower | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 horse MTD snowblower with a Tecumseh engine. Engine numbers are HSSK50 67324M (D) ...
A: Regarding the lack of power problems, Check to see if air intake is clear or obstructed, see that ...
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| Snowblower - tecumseh 8.5 hp | 1/5/2008 |
Q: My snowblower won't start. Do you know what the compression should be for a 8.5 hp Tecumseh engine? ...
A: As far as the spec's for the actual compression [in lbs per sq. inch] I am not sure what the value ...
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| 10hp Briggs | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a very old Allis-Chamers garden tractor with a 10hp Briggs&Stratten engine. The other day ...
A: I understand your machine quit in the middle of doing some work. What should be looked at is the ...
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| snowblower | 12/20/2007 |
Q: i have a Noma Canadiana 12/33, about 12 years old, not used much. Tecumseh engine. This beast runs ...
A: This seems to be a problem possibly with the governor. It sounds like the an engine control system ...
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| briggs&stratton 10hp | 12/19/2007 |
Q: is there anyway you can give me how to adjust the carb on this engin model #is 222413-06581, ive ...
A: It sounds to me you should check the following: Is the fuel reaching the carb okay. Is the line ...
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| snowblower surging | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have a murry blizzard with a 10hp tecumush engine problem is it surges bad when idling when under ...
A: Hey Jay, 'Hunting' [R.P.M.'s surging up & down] is a sign that the engine is having trouble ...
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| 5/22 Sno-Trac snow blower tecumseh engine | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I hope you can help. We bought a used snow blower and did have it running on a wide open choke ...
A: Okay I will try to get you started with some basic on diagnostics. I understand it can be ...
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| Kubota Engine | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 cylinder Kabota engine model # WG600. It runs great for about half hour then idles itself ...
A: Re: Kubota 3 Cylinder with carbon deposits. These carbon build-ups indicate a rich mixture or weak ...
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| Compressed Crankcase ? | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a craftsman 20hp lawntractor with snow blower attachment. The engine is a Kohler CV624 5578. ...
A: I'd check these points first. 1> How hot did the oil temp seem after running for 5 minutes. 2. ...
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| 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: Based on the info you provided it sounds as if you have a carburetor problem. Mostly, difficulties ...
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| CCR 1000 Toro Snowblower | 12/17/2007 |
Q: We had a big snow storm last night, I started up and used my Toro snowblower, it did a great job for ...
A: I own Toro Snowblower's which sound similar to the one you describe. The first thing to check would ...
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| 2004 sears craftsman snowthrower | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 2004 craftsman snowthrower. I has a B&S OHV 6HP intek engine. I have had a problem where ...
A: Since the engine starts okay, I am thinking that it may not be a problem with your coil. Though, ...
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| Tecumseh engine speed control | 12/17/2007 |
Q: My new snow blower has a Techumseh engine model LH195SP. The speed control has only one speed, very ...
A: Larry, According to the Tecumseh manuel I am reading, you start by setting the engine control to ...
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| Snowblower not starting | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have a mastercarft snowblower 10.5 HP 29", Tecumseh engine. It worked fine last year, but I ...
A: I will start you off with some basic troubleshooting steps for a no-start condition. 1. Check the ...
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| Recoil pullstart 5Hp Tecumseh circa 1975 Canadiana Snowblower | 12/16/2007 |
Q: Iwas replacing the pullrope after breaking it. took off the pull mechanism unit --replaced rope -- ...
A: Without the model and serial no. off of the engine it's hard to say too much. It sounds like you ...
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| Testing coil for 13hp Honda | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I have a GX390 Honda which is only a year old. I've installed it on a 1967 110 John Deere. It quit ...
A: You say that you have 11.9 volts at the primary side but there is still no spark. I have noticed in ...
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| Seized Tecumseh 9hp 318cc snowblower engine | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I have a 1 year old snowblower in New England. Last year it was nly used once, and this year, on ...
A: The only time I have had an engine seize was when my customer didn't remember to top up the oil ...
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| Snapper Snowthrower | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I have a 8-10 year Snapper two stage snowthrower, I believe it's 21". I try not to leave gas in it ...
A: Bad idea to spray starter fluid into the carb. There are rubber seals that can be damaged by [Quick] ...
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| Tecumseh engine speed control | 12/15/2007 |
Q: My new snow blower has a Techumseh engine model LH195SP. The speed control has only one speed, very ...
A: I'm unable to locate the engine LH195SP. I believe that you are providing the model no. of the ...
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| Sears Snow Thrower (536 905802) | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I have a snow thrower that has sat (diesel in gas tank) for years. I drained the tank, fuel line and ...
A: Rob, Check to make sure that the plug is properly gapped. You may have to overhaul the carb. Most ...
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| Snapper Snowthrower | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I have a 8-10 year Snapper two stage snowthrower, I believe it's 21". I try not to leave gas in it ...
A: The following is an engine troubleshooting set of steps to follow: 1. Check for spark. 2. Check if ...
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| Craftsman 23" Snow Thrower Model 536.884810 | 12/14/2007 |
Q: We recently aquired a Craftsman 23" Snow Thrower Model# 536.884810. The previous owners said they ...
A: Re: Craftsman 23" Snowblower Model 536 884810, 1. Make certain that the controls are positioned ...
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| Spirit Snow Blowers | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I need to replace a drive gear in snow blower I just got. My question is: Who makes "Spirit" snow ...
A: I am unfamiliar with the 'Spirit' brand of snowblower. The most pertinent information [for doing ...
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| tecumseh | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I have a coleman powermate with a tecuseh engine on it and it is not firing i have replaced the ...
A: Ryan, Tecumseh recommends the following basic checks before doing more sophisticated ones: 1. ...
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| Toro snowblower. | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I have a toro model 524 snow blower. it worked great last season until the last time i went to ...
A: I am not sure I am familiar with Toro's Model 524. It sounds as if a new spark plug might help. ...
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| Snow Blower Spark Plug Gap Setting + | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I have a Craftsman Snow Blower with a Tecumseh engine it is a Model HMSK100-159212T, 10 horse power. ...
A: For the HMSK 100 the spark plug gap is .030" (.762MM) The air gap should be set for ...
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| Briggs 18.5 hp ohv engine | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a Craftsman lawn tractor with the mowing deck removed and a plow attachment used for moving ...
A: An engine belching [blue] smoke possibly indicates >the fuel mixture is running rich. Check if the ...
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| 8hp briggs will not start | 12/11/2007 |
Q: My neighbor gave me his supertomahawk chipper shredder. 8hp briggs. model 195437 . It will not fire ...
A: I'd need the serial no. of the [Briggs & Stratton] engine, to answer you about the pump diaphram ... ...
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| B&S Backfire or starting | 12/11/2007 |
Q: Lawnmower manufactures have recommended for years to disconnect the plug before manually turning the ...
A: Yes, there is a technical reason why you should never service a lawnmower with the spark plug ...
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