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Howdy, I have a wood splitter with a Honda GC160 motor on it. Lately, when I try to start it, the recoil sometimes pulls back so hard that it snaps the pull rope or almost dislocates my shoulder. The splitter manufacturer (Northstar) says it is an engine problem, not a hydrolic valve issue. Any...

I have a Craftsman riding mower, about 10 years old, with a 19 HP B&S v-twin engine. The motor seems to run fine when at full thottle and under a load, but at idle speed, it pulsates, like it is not getting a steady supply of fuel. Revs, almost dies, revs again, about in 2-3 second intervals...

I have a Craftsman riding mower, about 10 years old, with a 19 HP B&S engine. It starts and runs fine, but if I shut it down for more than about 2 minutes, it will not start again until it has significantly cooled down. It turns over and seems to have plenty of spark, but will not fire up. Any...