Recent content by ekywildcat

Greetings from Kentucky. Okay, I thought I would repair my 16hp Briggs that I took off in the spring. It's a model 310707 type 0137-e1. I took the cam out today and the compression release is fine on it. According to the manual the lobe specs is 1.240" on a good lobe and 1.234" is a reject...

Have a question about Kohler engines, I've never owned one. Just got done dealing with a Briggs and don't think I'll be buying another mower with a B&S on it. So does a Kohler have a compression release or if they do is it a better design? I have the same question about a Kawasaki engine, if...

Actually started posting last week, since I've had an Intek driving me crazy, just now getting around to introducing myself! I must say this is the best forum I have been on for getting information, and it's quick too. Never been on a forum where you get such quick replies! Nice posters too...

Hello all. First time poster. I've worked on car engines all my life, rebuilt CAT, Cummins and Macks engines, but a 17 HP Briggs has kicked my rear end. The model # is 310707. It's on a LT1000 Craftsman mower. Replaced the head gasket and for some reason, I cannot get the valves adjusted to...