NoNeedForAName
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My mower has a 21-horse Briggs, and I can't get it to start. When I turn the key the solenoid gives me a click or two and the starter tries to engage. The starter gear turns a bit and pops up to connect with the flywheel, but doesn't actually turn the flywheel to get the engine running. The battery is putting out just over 12 volts and I have just over 12 volts across the solenoid. I tested the starter with a jump battery (by connecting the - to the frame and the + to the starter) and got the same result--it tried to engage the flywheel but couldn't actually get it going.
Any idea what my problem might be?
Also, I'm not an engine guy, but I'm on my way to being one. Any dumbing-down of your answers gets bonus points. Also, my terminology may not be 100% accurate, but I think it's close enough.
Any idea what my problem might be?
Also, I'm not an engine guy, but I'm on my way to being one. Any dumbing-down of your answers gets bonus points. Also, my terminology may not be 100% accurate, but I think it's close enough.