thermostat on briggs

tybilly

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so this is the first 126T02 ive seen. with a thermostat on the muffler side,my friend brought this in a sandwich baggie with screws,is there a special adjustment?i havent started repairs yet.just wondering what im up against
 

motoman

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Thermostat for what, warming carburetor?
 

scott47429

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its probably the choke thermostat
 

pugaltitude

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Make sure its not binding or sticking. If it is replace it.
The only adjustment is when its fitted to the engine.
Make sure the top spring part of thermostat is in between the 4 notches moulded into the air vane.
When cold make sure the choke is on fully.
 
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