Recent content by lrjammie

You are correct the bolts don't go into the crank case. I did clean it up again and checked all of the bolts that hold the crankcase cover on and found that they could all take nearly 1/4 turn. As of today it has sat there for 2 days and not a drop of oil on the cardboard. I suspect, as you...

I just purchased a 2HP B&S engine on a McLane edger. Engine model number is 60102 built in 1988 I guess. I just noticed a couple of 6" oil spots on the garage floor. I knew it was leaking or blowing oil from somewhere because the engine had alot of oil film on it. I cleaned and dried the...

Thank you both for the comments. Can you detect worn edger spindle, bearings or bearing housing by simply pushing or pulling on the shaft?

I should have added the Model number 60102 and the Code 88032203 (not sure of last digit) and Type 1304 01

I'm looking at buying a McLane edger with a B&S 2HP engine on it and was wondering about service parts availability. Also would most major repair parts be available as well. Or would it be better to stay away from something this old. Thanks in advance for any suggestions or input. Thanks again.