New Guy

[2stroke-RN]

Hi Folks!
Just nabbed me a Lawn-Boy model 10550, Gold Pro Duraforce 6.5hp - engine 95-740. Got it at estate sale in very good condition, with rear bag and extra blades for somewhere north of $100. Didn't think the bidding would go that high, but these are listed at $400 (?) on Ebay. Runs, but needs a little carb TLC → engine surges, then backs down, then surges, then backs down, etc. every 2 seconds. Only runs evenly when choke open part way. Anyone got any useable information on that?
BTW, looks like there are 20 some members here and thousands of lurkers/ info only browsing. Well, I aim to put some new member 2 cents into the mix.
Value added bonus: I'm an RN, don't mind answering nursing/medical questions. I am not WOKE or left wing progressive, socialist. I love Pennsylvania and support the PA and US Constitution as an UNCHANGEABLE Document. I'm an Honorably discharged USAF veteran, served post-vietnam era, (1979-83), supplyman at terminal rank E-4. Oh, and I love Jesus, too.

Peace in our time,
Peter
AKA 2stroke-RN

 

[Rivets]

Solid old engine, which I call a mule, just give it a little TLC and she’ll serve you well. I suggest you remove the carb and give it a good cleaning, plus replace the float needle and seat. Lawn Boy part number 92-9697. Here is a service manual with instructions, which will help you out. https://www.lawnboy.com/getpub/13300

 

[Auto Doc's]

Hi Folks!
Just nabbed me a Lawn-Boy model 10550, Gold Pro Duraforce 6.5hp - engine 95-740. Got it at estate sale in very good condition, with rear bag and extra blades for somewhere north of $100. Didn't think the bidding would go that high, but these are listed at $400 (?) on Ebay. Runs, but needs a little carb TLC → engine surges, then backs down, then surges, then backs down, etc. every 2 seconds. Only runs evenly when choke open part way. Anyone got any useable information on that?
BTW, looks like there are 20 some members here and thousands of lurkers/ info only browsing. Well, I aim to put some new member 2 cents into the mix.
Value added bonus: I'm an RN, don't mind answering nursing/medical questions. I am not WOKE or left wing progressive, socialist. I love Pennsylvania and support the PA and US Constitution as an UNCHANGEABLE Document. I'm an Honorably discharged USAF veteran, served post-vietnam era, (1979-83), supplyman at terminal rank E-4. Oh, and I love Jesus, too.

Peace in our time,
Peter
AKA 2stroke-RN

Welcome to the forum.

We have quite a few knowledgeable folks on the site that help you most anything lawn equipment related.

43151 F-15 crew Chief '85-'88

99502 BMT Instructor '88-'95 E-5

 

[ILENGINE]

Hi Folks!
Just nabbed me a Lawn-Boy model 10550, Gold Pro Duraforce 6.5hp - engine 95-740. Got it at estate sale in very good condition, with rear bag and extra blades for somewhere north of $100. Didn't think the bidding would go that high, but these are listed at $400 (?) on Ebay. Runs, but needs a little carb TLC → engine surges, then backs down, then surges, then backs down, etc. every 2 seconds. Only runs evenly when choke open part way. Anyone got any useable information on that?
BTW, looks like there are 20 some members here and thousands of lurkers/ info only browsing. Well, I aim to put some new member 2 cents into the mix.
Value added bonus: I'm an RN, don't mind answering nursing/medical questions. I am not WOKE or left wing progressive, socialist. I love Pennsylvania and support the PA and US Constitution as an UNCHANGEABLE Document. I'm an Honorably discharged USAF veteran, served post-vietnam era, (1979-83), supplyman at terminal rank E-4. Oh, and I love Jesus, too.

Peace in our time,
Peter
AKA 2stroke-RN

Welcome aboard. Thank you for your service. USA (1986-90) E5 Tacfire operations specialist 13C20.

 

[Scrubcadet10]

welcome!!