Recent content by filmteknik

That would be interesting, not to cover the opening (I'd still use metal) but as a sealant instead of RTV. But I did a quick search of could that stuff repair a cracked oil pan which is a similar thing. Alas, the internet says no.

I defer to your experience but you are misunderstanding about the patch. It is not there to add any structural strength but to keep the oil in. Is the block missing that area fatally compromised, I don't know. Maybe it will run for a time then completely break up. You think it will. I have...

I have disassembled the engine after all and it seems fine. Aside from the overspeed and self destruct #2 it ran well. What money? Two rods represent an outlay of $35. The governor spool will be a couple bucks. Plus the piston ring compressor ($9.65 plus tax) and some red RTV. Remember...

I'm glad you are enjoying because I am enjoying it myself. That's the point. If I wasn't I would take it to the curb for the scrappers. I can manage the time and there is very little money involved. Not for this level of fun. For the record I've replaced the mower so this is just for fun...

WTF is "ethnic engineered"? Gasket where? They don't make gaskets for holes punched in the side of crank cases by broken rods. But now that I have access to both sides I might make the new patch on the inside. Crankcase and base will get a new gasket. No sign the OEM used any sealant...

Following up. I proposed to get a used rod and was asking about attaching it to the crankshaft thru the hole the mishap punched into the wall of the crankcase. The rod cap already faces that way. This was to avoid opening the entire engine because I thought there were a lot of pieces that...

Yes, very used. Surely not a current model. Thats why I said I was clearing a few issues. I believe it is 12 years old.

Seriously, I'm asking not telling. I bought a Toro 20334 recently and I'm clearing a few issues. One of which was Personal Pace was driving the right (rear) but not left. Took the left wheel off to find a totally stripped gear. I replaced it. But after barely a half hour of use it is...

Over my head would be full dismantling. Doing it the way I propose - if it can be done - is about the level my head is at! I bought a used mower so this is just a project.

I did buy a used Toro with a Briggs; how good it is remains to be seen. This is just a project for fun. I guess there is no way to find out if it can be done except to try and risk a whopping $15 for the used rod.

Not sure what to tell you since you clearly are not replying to the question I asked.

I grew up with a series of Sears mowers with Tecumseh and then two Lawn Boys. I'm old enough to remember the 2 stroke cycle LBs. We never had one but some neighbors did. I've already replaced it so if I do this repair it will likely just be a backup. But I wonder if I can do it in the way I...

I think it broke initially by the crankshaft then again along its length. Punched a hole in the side of the crankcase. I can get a used rod for just $15. But I'm not sure I'm up to the level of complexity of dismantling an entire engine. I pulled the head and pushed the piston out with a...