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    Carb replacement

    I'm trying to replace carb for JD edger model M00E35X610568. Carb number is AM106338. It is showing discontinued and am wondering if anyone knows of something that may take it's place?
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    Fuel/air adjusting screw

    I'm working on a small Briggs that's attached to an edger. The air/fuel mixture screw (located on top in picture), doesn't seem to make any difference on how the engine runs whether it's turned completely in or taken all the way out. Can anyone let me know what might not be working right with...
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    MS 460 head scratcher

    Won't start. Have tried the following: changed plug getting good spark exhaust port clean poured small amount of fuel into head getting 80 psi (is that enough)? Won't even pop Piston and rings not good... The problem maybe?
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    Electronic ignition conversion

    I'm working on a neighbors old snow thrower that has a Briggs model 100202-0274-01. I'm not sure of the horse power. I'm needing to replace points/condenser, and wondering if I should convert it to electronic ignition with a module that is made for that. Can anyone advise if it will work in...
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    Briggs 6.75 wont fire

    Model 126T02-0114-B1 on a Sears pressure washer. Engine is getting spark and fuel but will not fire. Removed plug and noticing when starter rope is pulled, instead of air being sucked into cylinder head, there is only blow back. Checked flywheel key to see if possibly out of time but there is...
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    Husqvarna blower no spark

    I'm working on a neighbors Husqvarna 125b leaf blower that has no spark. I have disconnected the on/off switch in case it is bad with same results. I ordered a replacement coil and it still doesn't have spark. This machine is very clean and I'm not sure where else to look. The replacement...
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    zama vs walbro

    Probably a stupid question, but can a zama carb be replaced with a walbro? Looking at after market carbs and when ms250 is typed in, mostly walbro appear.
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    MS 250 wont shut down

    Is it possible coil has broken down not allowing it to ground? All wiring checks out ok.
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    Stihl MS250 wont idle

    Need some help. I'm working on a Stihl MS250 chainsaw that won't idle. I have done the following and not sure what else to check. Has compression Replaced carb, and plug Checked fuel line, impulse line, and intake boot for leaks Adjusted idle, high and low fuel screws Both carbs have same...
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    What year ?

    Can anybody identify the approximate year of this Yard Machine (MTD) tiller. I'm trying to purchase parts and there is no model number to be found. Thanks
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    tiller question

    I replaced engine on a 1999 Yard Machine tiller and now the transmission belt doesn't have enough slack to allow it to be moved from neutral to a drive/tine gear even with the idler/tension pulley not installed. I've moved engine to allow as much slack as possible. It calls for 1/2 x 58 in...
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    Fuel line/tank grommet

    Attempting to replace rubber grommet where fuel lines (2) pass into tank and when looking up by model, no grommet is shown on schematic. Hole in tank is 5/8" Homelite backpack blower BP250 08017G
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    Valve guide loose

    I have a Courage 20hp that has had the exhaust valve guide move toward the top of head and now won't let the valve itself open. Got the valve out and was wondering if there was any fix or is the head toast?
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    155c transmission

    I'm working on a 155c that has been getting slower when mowing and will barely pull a hill. The drive belt was cracked and worn and I replaced it with no difference. Changed oil and filter in Tough Torque K46 and it still has same symptoms. When climbing hill, I do hear the drive belt...
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    Valve lash

    I am attempting to adjust valve lash on my Dixie with Generac engine. The jam nuts are almost impossible to get to and was wondering if there is a special tool or a trick to loosen them. Thanks
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    FH580v running rich

    My FH580V on a JD just started running rich and carb is surging. The pilot air adjustment screw makes no change to how the engine runs. It blows out black smoke from the exhaust and plugs get coated with black material. Anyone have an idea what might be going on? Thanks
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    Hustler/Honda starting issue

    Anybody know why my Hustler's starter will engage sometimes and just clicks others? Have replaced starter and still does same thing. Have to keep bumping to engage.
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    broken valve guide

    What would cause both intake valve guides on a cv20 to break a small piece off ends? Both intake guides closest to valve seat did this and caused quite a bit of internal head damage.
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    Stumbling Kohler

    Just replaced head on CV20 for a neighbor as intake valve seat had collapsed. Engine runs fine until pto is engaged then seems to act like it's running rich. He had replaced carb thinking that was the original issue with engine. I have checked adjustment with governor and went through carb...
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    Kohler valve seat

    Kohler cv20 had intake valve seat come out of position. See in B&S manual you are able to ping seat back into place. Does anybody know if this is possible on Kohler heads??
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    Kohler running rich when under a load

    Have Kohler Command Pro 26 with EFI. Starts and runs great on idle or full throttle, however, when PTO engaged, engine starts to stumble, blow black smoke and loose power. As soon as PTO disengaged, engine begins to run normal again. Replaced plugs and they were very full of soot. Reset...
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    governor cross shaft seal

    Question Can the governor cross shaft seal be replaced on a Kohler Command pro 26 without engine disassembly? Thanks in advance
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    Troy Bilt coil

    Needing to replace coil on a Troy Bilt tiller (MTD) and noticing engine resembles a Honda clone. The price difference is substantial and was wondering if parts are interchangeable, and if so, how they can be cross referenced? Thanks
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    Engine replacement

    I have a John Deere TS Gator that is in need of a new engine. Original is a Kawasaki FE350D CS22. Don't believe they make it anymore and was wondering if there is another that will work. Thanks in advance
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    craftsman weedwacker

    Unable to adjust high/low needles to keep running. Rebuilt carb New plug New fuel lines Taken carb apart and cleaned several times ????
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    Honda backfire

    Greetings all,; Honda GX110 3.5 hp backfiring and blowing fire from carb. Had head off to check piston wall and wondering if did not get valve lash correctly set or should I be looking at flywheel key?
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    carburetor blow back question

    Zama on Echo blower that is sending raw fuel back out from throat of carb. Have rebuilt carb but still running extremely rich. Checked spark arrester in exhaust and it is clean.
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    Honda fuel pump

    Is it common for fuel pump on Honda GX620 to go bad? Pathway from tank is clear and there is pressure from crankcase line. Thanks in advance
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    John Deere 115 spring

    In process of replacing leaking fuel tank on John Deere 115. When removing fender unit, spring came loose and unable to find a home for it. Service manual not much help. Believe it may be associated with parking brake. I think part number is GX21977, however, diagram does not give location...
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    115 service manual

    Does anyone have a link John Deere 115 service manual.. Replacing leaking fuel tank and spring fell off emergency brake and unable to locate a home for it..
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    Briggs service manual

    Can anyone provide a link to download service manual for older 16hp Briggs cast iron engine. Model 326437 0649-01 Thanks
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    Honda G150 no spark

    Have attempted the following: Changed plug Changed points and condenser Have checked timing Ignition coil secondary is reading 8.8 Primary is reading 6.7 Not sure if numbers for coil are acceptable. Manual calls for 6.6 secondary but none are listed for primary lead. Any help would be...
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    Kohler K161 not getting spark

    Rebuilding an older K161 and it will only spark once in about five pulls. It has new points and condenser. Can coil be causing the problem? I thought they either worked or didn't.
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    Broken crankshaft end

    Recently was removing flywheel off of Kohler K161 and broke threaded end of crankshaft. (Hindsight have purchased puller). Drilled through broken piece and into shaft and installed pin, and then welded. Appeared to work, but when engine was started, weld didn't hold. Any hope, or is crank junk?
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    Kohler model number

    Is there a way to tell difference between K161 and K181 is no numbers are left on engine? Thanks
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    B&S Intek 14.5 backfire

    Model 28S707 1149-E1 History Ran when put away last fall Forgot to turn off fuel and gas all ran to crankcase Starter will now only spin engine with plug out Have done the following Drained oil/gas and replaced with fresh oil Three different starters tried with same result as above Adjusted...
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    Kohler electrical issue

    Recently rebuilt 24 hp Kohler. Will start and run fine, then one of the plugs (which are new) loose spark. Thought it might be a coil breaking down so they were switched but the problem stayed on the original side. Any direction would be appreciated.
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    kohler model number

    Unable to locate model number on older Kohler engine (believe 8hp) off tiller. Tiller is a late 70's model Troy Bilt. Not on cowling or any part of block I can see. Wanting to replace upper seal. Any other place it may be hiding ? Thanks in advance
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    Ex Mark fuel pump without power

    Greetings, Recently rebuilt 26 hp Kohler on a Lazer Z Ex Mark mower. Everything back together and working with the exception of the fuel pump, which is getting no current to it. Anything that may have been missed that would cause this? Starter is engaging. Thanks in advance
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    Bolt description

    Rebuilding a Kohler CH26 and upon finding torque specs for piston connecting rod end cap, the bolts are described as either 8mm straight shank, 8mm step-down or 6mm straight shank. Unable to find a definition distinguishing the difference. The original bolts take a 10mm socket and are about 2...
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    Control cable

    Working on old Snapper tiller and ordered replacement drive and tine cables to find they did not come with attached spring that is on the originals. Have sent message to supplier, but am sure response is going to be tiller is too old for correct cables. Question is, can the springs on old...
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    dixie engine size

    recently purchased used lp3000. after some reading, all info on net stating mower should have a 30 hp engine, however, this one has 27 hp generac... is this common ???
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