Briggs carb removal problem

greggome

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I am trying to replace a carburetor on my Briggs and Stratton 12 1/2 HP ride on. I cannot get the carb mount studs loose. they are recessed. the deep sockets I have used are too thick to fit into the recessed area. I have tried to use a box wrench to grab the little bit of the bolt protruding but its not working and I dont want to strip the head. I tried a 5/16 nut driver with no success. I have seen videos that say use a 5/16 others an 8 mm in either case I'm stuck. Do they sell the correct wrench for this? Any suggestions on how to get these out?
 

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Pictures pictures please. Post them up here.
 

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When you don't have the tool, make one. Grind the deep socket wall down till it fits. Easy right?
 

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Also model and type numbers of the engine.

Some studs also have a E5 end that requires a E5 socket. Looks like a torx bit.

Also the 5/16 deep well socket should a 1/4 drive type non impact version.
 
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