Need help identifying antique mower [issue resolved}

bertsmobile1

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Check the induction tube that goes from the carb to the engine under the coil
These are prone to cracking and coming loose at the engine end.
Use a hand held nut driver to do up the small boltsrather than a spannar or socket so you don't strip the threads
 
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wesleykey

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I poured gas into the motor behind the plug and it burned that gas. Won’t burn gas poured in the carb. Carb issue????
 

bertsmobile1

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Either the manifold tube as previously mentioned or inlet valve
 
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wesleykey

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Ok I understand where the manifold tube is and I will check that. What is the inlet valve?
 

bertsmobile1

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t is what is behind the manifold tube that lets the fuel into the engine.
 
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wesleykey

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OK, I guess what I am saying is can you better describe this "inlet valve"? I see videos for an intake valve. Is this what we are talking about? The piece that looks similar to a toilet plunger?
 

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This is a intake valve. it's opening and closing to let fuel into the combustion chamber is operate by the oblong lobe on the camshaft that a tappet (or lifter) rides on, the tappet pushes on the valve to open it as the cam lobe comes around lifting the tappet. then the valve spring that is attached to the small end of the valve aids in closing it and helps it have a good seal. same for the exhaust.
 
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wesleykey

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Excellent, thanks!
 

tom3

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That intake pipe on the old Briggs might be a metal pipe rather than plastic. My money would be on a bad diaphargm between the tank and carb. Keep us posted on what you find.
 
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