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Just some thoughts to kick around while you are swishing your cold beer. Why not get rid of the plastic insert if it's just used as a baffle? A rototiller does not need a gas tank baffle. I've removed the foam baffle from those type tanks and tumble cleaned them, but I've never encountered one...

Some hints about the Briggs dual tube pulsa jet carbs AND also if you keep the gas tank over 1/2 full the cup at the top for the short tube is using gas from the top of the tank. The long tube is a pump pickup tube that pumps gas from the lower section of the tank up to the upper cup when the...

Look on FB at pressure washers with the Honda engines. I see one every once in awhile for FREE that has bad pump. Also I've cleaned them tanks. Not a fun job . (if it's the type that cannot be replaced reasonable or vintage NLA) Easier way is to put some nut's/ screws inside, add plastic bag...

I made one (several) to break down the bead for the 4, 6 and 8 inch dia front rims, especially the deep dish 8 inch rims. Some of the smaller ones I just use a 8 inch bench vise. Just general hint. (I have a cutting torch and welder) I took a 1/4 inch thick steel plate and for the 8 inch cut a...

Read post #43 The key is only for timing. Make sure the crank taper and the flywheel taper are degreased. Torque to specs and go mow. This will also let you know immediately if the engine has other issues. Them 31 series Briggs engines are wimpy made (Briggs should be ashamed of themselves)...

Is this a push mower?

Ronnie Milsap can see those flywheels are not the same.

My machine quit. Do I need a Dohickey for a whatchma call it? How do I remove the broken one?

AND Nikki aluminum bowl and steel bowl kits are different.

AND I've found it to be a waste of time trying to use a generic oring. I've got several o ring kits and none fit. Go by the part number. In the USA I've bought them in 5 and 10 packs, even from flea bay. Just go to the dealer and expect some sticker price shock. Also go to You tube for some...

Some very good info at this link about your post. Read it slow. https://www.lawnmowerforum.com/threads/the-big-disconnect-seperate-machine-and-engine-information-is-needed-we-are-not-mind-readers.81338/

You say hubby know electrical. Might think about using jumper cables and another battery to attempt a crank or jumper from a auto battery. I've seen starter gear stay up like that when the engine don't start and be ok. The bendix gear may not retract until the engine starts and the flywheel...

Please help. My Thing a majiggy broke and I need a whatcha ma callit.

AND just think, that in a few years the majority of the people running the country will be home schooled.

Appears he is saying the needle/seat is leaking. If so he needs to also replace the fuel lines due to cracking and shedding and add a fuel filter and maybe a petcock if it's gravity flow. Some thoughts: Slight chance that it might not need a new needle/seat. (because old rotted fuel lines are...

you say in your first post: Then I noticed gas running out of the air filter / card/ What is a CARD????

and tell them it's a red colored Chevy.

The gas line in his pic needs some attention also. A hint as to why his needle seat is leaking.

Bailing wire is a good thing. Ford should include a roll of Bailing wire with their vec's even the new ones. I keep Bailing wire and Duct tape handy for my old model Fords. I can keep them old model Ford's just humming along. Duct Tape and Bailing wire will do lots of things. (when used by a...

Why did you remove the throttle control cable?

Why did you remove the throttle control cable?

This link will help you get the info needed. read it at least twice https://www.lawnmowerforum.com/threads/the-big-disconnect-seperate-machine-and-engine-information-is-needed-we-are-not-mind-readers.81338/

I've wrestled with several of those type machines and carbs. In answer to your question can the carb be cleaned? YES.

I use a cutoff wheel in a 4 inch grinder with the pad in a vise when first starting. Some of them replacement deck brake pads are only available with the bracket arms and are costly. I've seen some of these type brakes hang up or jam and keep the PTO from engauging the blades.

Driverless semi's next. That is going to be interesting news when it (the accident) happens.

Did you fail to post the picture you mention???? I noticed you are asking about a o ring in the dipstick CAP Not the o ring on the tube going into the block

It's also a good thing if you have a owners manual handy and read the MOTION DRIVE instructions BEFORE starting. and do not cut the old belt off. You need to leave it on so as you know what needs to be removed to get the new belt installed. Also compare the length of the old belt to the NEW belt...

What I do when looking for used parts or even new. Find the part numbers of the parts needed or the correct description and go to Flea Bay and search. If none seen do a saved search and this will get you a email notice when match TO WHAT YOU INQUIRED ABOUT IS POSTED. If you will post the...

Also I've found lately when replacing o rings that are subjected to both heat and oil I try to find Hydraulic type o-rings. I have both metric and standard o-ring kits that are iffy for hot oil and heat and even buying from automotive parts stores now-days can be china made. If a parts store...

Just a little bit bad. In same category as being just a little bit pregant.

If you now have a good brake you do not need any replacements for now. Cannot tell how much pucks worn when they are still in the assembly. I would not buy any replacements until I completely lost brake (run out of adjustment) and then order AFTER the old pucks are accessed. If a brake puck...

Have Ronnie Milsap look at it with you.

AMEN: I remain paranoid about using parts now days, wondering if the NEW part will work, then if it will last very long. AI and robots is not working in my favor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Justwayne asked this: Theres no way to wear out anything passed the brake pucks or pads if adjusting them or to wear into a good brake disc? No. nothing will be damaged by letting the pucks wear down to where you do not have any adjustment. It will not be metal to metal major damage like on a...

To be sure as ILengine says need complete spicer number off the transaxle to be sure, usually stamped or sometimes a paper tag that falls off. You can download a free Tecumseh?peerless motion Drive Manual from this link and match your to one in the manual and the manual wilo show where to look...

What I use is old worn out Automotive disc brake pads. When I say worn out I save the ones that still have enough pad thickness for mower blade brakes. I use a cutting disc in a right angle grinder to cut to size. Wear dust respirator, it's asbestos and metal filings. If the metal backing is not...

I always use a low ohms and check for near 0 resistance, but AND over the years I've found that re-gapping old points and expecting them to be trouble free is in the same category as peeing into the wind. Yes points can be troublesome and most generally the ignition points now days are not as...

What I did to save mowers and blades. and not much sweat involved. I had the big rock/root issue. (several) I carried the survey flags on the mower for immediate markers. I use a heavy post bar about 5 ft long and sharp on one end. I can pry out the rocks or use the end to chip the top off...

You might consider leaving the kill wire off going to the magneto, To do this, look for the black kill wire coming out from under the engine cowling, cut it or disconnect and bare about 1 inch insulation off the engine side of the wire and rig it so as it don't get grounded, start the engine and...

Take note in post #9, You are not checking the voltage to ground with your voltmeter. You ae checking the voltage drop ACROSS the trigger voltage circuit., which should normally be a low reading of 2 volts or less across the whole circuit. and this reading is taken under load, ie: while the...

If you can post the model number of the machine that has the 4-6 volt loss or a link to a wiring diagram of the machine maybe we can give you some logical tests points to check? 4-6 volts is too much of a voltage drop if you are referring to the starter solenoid trigger post. I would rig the...

You say: Starts and runs good at low speed. Ran good for 2 months after cam replacement. Spits and sputters at high speed. See how it re-acts if you use your hand so as to add some choke by restricting the air intake at the carb or reach behind the carb and slowly give it some choke. I suspect...

Can you move the engine forward or backward by hand so as to confirm it's not locked up.?

I have noticed this. (and especially true BEFORE doing electrical troubleshooting) Understanding how a system is supposed to operate before troubleshooting is a foundational principle of effective diagnostics. This approach ensures you identify the actual root cause rather than just treating...

Lots of info online about your electrical questions and how to use a electrical tester. Normally the Stator AC amps is not tested, just the AC volts at hi rpm,s.

Hang onto your existing carb. quite often they are needed later after trying the clones.

You say: I'm just kind of thinking out loud but could this possibly be the drive I smell wood burning.

The battery is not charging: What others have said and Looking at the wiring diagram: Does yours have the AC ammeter on the dash? Have you checked the stator output as 28v AC? (this is wire to wire, not to ground) The case on the regulator MUST BE GROUNDED GOOD to get a charge If these check...

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Customer wants it replaced instead of disabling it. Yep, that happens sometimes.