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While it's in starting position it it will stop make metal on metal sound then continue starting and fire right up. I've replaced starter same thing. When u turn flywheel by hand it clicks. Runs fine just start's weird.


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LaWn GuY said:

While it's in starting position it it will stop make metal on metal sound then continue starting and fire right up. I've replaced starter same thing. When u turn flywheel by hand it clicks. Runs fine just start's weird.


13 HP Tecumseh

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Small Engine Repair: Adjusting Valves or Valve Lash on a Tecumseh Lawn Mower - YouTube Adjust valves per your engine manual. Example only:

LaWn GuY said:

While it's in starting position it it will stop make metal on metal sound then continue starting and fire right up. I've replaced starter same thing. When u turn flywheel by hand it clicks. Runs fine just start's weird.


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Tell us the complete story behind this, and it will help. "Like I just bought this tractor at an auction", and, etc....
Also put up the complete model/spec/serial numbers off of the engine, as well as the part number of the starter you replaced
it with. Also, take a peek at the teeth on the flywheel, and see how bad they look.

Good question!!!! I need to get my post count up a bit too!!!!

It's a Tecumseh 13 HP. I went inside for about 5 min and came back it wouldn't start. It turned over sounded like something was slamming Into something waited 10 min it took awhile to start but did start and ran perfectly fine when I got done turned It off to see If It would start and It did the same thing turn stop turn stop while making metal slamming sound. Waited another 10 min and did same thing but finally cached and started and ran fine. When u try to turn flywheel by hand it turn some then u have to put all u got Into It for It to turn It's like It's on a spring but It finally does turn all the way. And It clicks when u turn It by hand. I adjusted the valves and It's still doing the same thing.

It's about 12 years old runs fine when started but have's trouble starting.

LaWn GuY said:

It's a Tecumseh 13 HP. I went inside for about 5 min and came back it wouldn't start. It turned over sounded like something was slamming Into something waited 10 min it took awhile to start but did start and ran perfectly fine when I got done turned It off to see If It would start and It did the same thing turn stop turn stop while making metal slamming sound. Waited another 10 min and did same thing but finally cached and started and ran fine. When u try to turn flywheel by hand it turn some then u have to put all u got Into It for It to turn It's like It's on a spring but It finally does turn all the way. And It clicks when u turn It by hand. I adjusted the valves and It's still doing the same thing.

It's about 12 years old runs fine when started but have's trouble starting.

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my tecumseh 13 hp ohv mower is hard to start it seems like - JustAnswer Read this page and see if this helps.

I put both valves at .004 and now It's surging and stalls. It starts back up and stalls again. And when u turn the flywheel something rattles internally and in some spots It's really hard to turn. And It gets hotter more than usual.

yeah, well you "replaced" this starter? Why???

Because the old one stopped working.

Did it do this before you replaced the starter?

Starter could have the wrong gear.

No when u turn the flywheel by hand u can hear clicking and sound's like something is loose and some spots is really hard. When spark plug out turn fine but still a little resistance.

Where did you buy it? What was the part number? /what are your engine's model/spec numbers?

Engine OHV130 13 HP Tecumseh
WeedEater 259723

I would take the engine cover off and see if the starter gear is matching up the the ring gear. Double check everything make sure nothing is touching the flywheel.
I would also recheck the valves.

Here is the best way to adjust valves.
Take spark plug out take valve cover off turn engine counterclockwise till one valve is all the way open ( pushed in ) adjust other valve to spec repeat for other valve.

The starter is fine. But I will double check the valves tomorrow.

I redid the valves and It's still doing It.

LaWn GuY said:

I redid the valves and It's still doing It.

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Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Tecumseh OHV 130 compression release problem?, pressure release valve, google search After reading this, scroll down and read answer, I believe your camshaft compression release is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please post all numbers on engine.
This is just an example of the part you need, without all engine numbers I cannot locate correct part. Tecumseh Genuine Part Camshaft 33148A | eBay
https://www.google.com/search?q=pic...outube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DtceKAAViC1c;1280;720
Picture of compression release on camshaft: https://www.google.com/search?q=pic...outube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DtceKAAViC1c;1280;720

Is their a way I can test that without starting the engine. It put so much stress on the starter it broke the pinion gear In half so Im having that sent In.

Tecumseh HM80 Engine - Compression Release Mechanism - YouTube This is just information on basic engine operation.

http://www.smallenginesuppliers.com...h_4-Cycle_OHV_Engines_Service_Information.pdf More information pages 71 & 72.

Could a loose connecting rod cause this problem. Turn then stop with metal slamming against metal sound. And the flywheel clicks when turning by hand.

LaWn GuY said:

Could a loose connecting rod cause this problem. Turn then stop with metal slamming against metal sound. And the flywheel clicks when turning by hand.

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Locate a reputable small engine repair shop either by web or yellow pages, white pages, and take your tractor to them for repair. Explain fully what is going on with engine and ask them to locate problem and get back to you with estimate before tearing into engine. I'm sure there are plenty of reputable Tecumseh small engine repair shops within driving distance. Also ask them how long they will need to keep it for repair and if they can supply you with a loaner.

https://www.google.com/webhp?source...q=tecumseh small engine repair shops michigan

Actually I would like to do It my self. Im very Mechanically Inclined. Im just wondering If a loose connecting rod would cause that problem?

LaWn GuY said:

Actually I would like to do It my self. Im very Mechanically Inclined. Im just wondering If a loose connecting rod would cause that problem?

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I would buy the $10 crankcase cover gasket and take a look. Then you will know for sure and won't have to worry about a oil leak at the crankcase cover.

I saw the video, you need to pull the flywheel and see what is useable!

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I saw the video, you need to pull the flywheel and see what is useable!

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I am sorry, I must start to be "MORE CLEAR" on my posts....

Glad you "happened" to find that loose magnet...

How many threads will you start?

New starter.

Will this starter fit my OHV130 Amazon.com : Oregon 33-712 Electric Starter Motor Tecumseh Part 36680 : Lawn Mower Deck Parts : Patio, Lawn & Garden



I know this one will Amazon.com : Oregon 33-713 Electric Starter Motor Tecumseh Part Numbers 37425 and 36914 : Lawn Mower Deck Parts : Patio, Lawn & Garden

Hey,
I also have a question about getting an engine to start. I have a Toro 6.5 HP Recycler walk-behind mower, model number 20013, serial number 230603684 and I am having problems getting it to start up. The engine model number is LEV120, Spec number is 362003A, DOM: 03085DA0113. When I took it out to try to start it up this spring, it worked fine for an initial test run at my house, but I needed to take it to my grandmother's house, so I disconnected the spark plug cable and put it in my trunk and drove it over to her house. Lo and behold, it wouldn't start when I got there. It was stored over winter with fuel in the tank, which I now realize is a bad idea. I figured the carburetor might be clogged, so I cleaned it out, but that didn't help. I tried cleaning the spark plug and it seems to be working fine when I take it out and look for the spark. The reason I was checking the spark plug is because the engine doesn't seem to be popping at all when I try starting it, it just stops right when I reach the end of the rip cord. The spark plug also seems to be moist with gas after I try starting the mower and removing the spark plug again, so I don't think there's a problem with the fuel line to the cylinder. I haven't checked the primer bulb for cracks or leaks yet, so that might be what I check next.

:confused2:
Anyone have any other suggestions?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!