Recent content by Frank Woodbery

FJ180V-BS13-S photo of it attached.

Here is the engine ID tag. FJ180V BS13-S

It's a Snapper spec engine with a 25mm crankshaft but I don't recall the full model code. Sorry, but I'll look for it.

Good point. I've used this engine reliably for at least 15 years of homeowner service, not commercial. Now that I have the carb off and will pull the shroud off, yes I'll clean everything up as I will have access.

Thanks for the suggestion. I will replace the fuel filter when I get around to this. Good tip on checking the o ring. Seems like it should be less disassembly just to re-install the carburetor.

I recently cleaned the carburetor on an FJ180V. I found that in reinstalling the carburetor it is difficult to snake it around the intake manifold and hook up the throttle/choke linkages. I also don't want to mess up the new gaskets. Is there a simple trick to completely remove the intake...