Recent content by ESully

It may be that the plug was worn and the gap was no longer correct. Can't really tell much without the plug. Will it run better the more you use it? Maybe. If a bit of carbon built up with the fouled plug, it may clear up as you run it and the carbon burns off. If it fouled due to a...

I'm sure there is carbon buildup, which is why I think it is time for new rings. I use Rotella 30wt.

Is the plug fouled from running rich, or oil fouled? If you can, post a photo of the plugs. I have a Craftsman Lawn Tractor 21 Hp, 42" Mower Model No. 917.271851. Mine currently had an issue with a fouled plug from burning oil. I will be taking it apart this winter to see what shape the...

I have a 19 year old Craftsman 42" Lawn Tractor with a Briggs & Stratton Model 407777 Type 0167E1 Code 020311YG engine. It has done well over the years, but oil usage tells me it's time to open it up. I'm thinking it will need at least a new set of rings, but of course I won't know for sure...