Briggs & stratton Vangaurd 20 Hp Oil leak

123-desiel

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Can anyone shed light on this problem got a crankcase leak on a Vangaurd 20 hp engine oil was coming out between engine block & crankcase when started but now will not kick over . Before strip it down what causes should I be looking for ????
 

mechanic mark

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Hi Guys
Can anyone shed light on this problem got a crankcase leak on a Vangaurd 20 hp engine oil was coming out between engine block & crankcase when started but now will not kick over . Before strip it down what causes should I be looking for ????

You may have over tightened oil drain plug which will cause flange to crack. Post all numbers from engine please.
 
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