Recent content by kmiller69

So I got it back together, it ran for like 5 seconds, died, and I couldn't start it again. Checked spark, carbs, etc. Then took off rocker arm cover. The exhaust valve had fallen out of the keeper. When I was putting it back together, the cap on top of the spring didn't feel that secure, so...

UPDATE: I split the case and sure enough the tappet/lifter was rusted in the hole. I was able to just punch it into the crankcase using the old rod (I have new ones). The tappet doesn't look bent or anything, so I thought I would just clean it up and reuse it (unless anyone advises against...

Thank you for the reply. The valve on that side was rusted stuck, and the pushrod was also rusty. So could the tappet also have rusted in place? What kind of damage should I be looking for if I split the cases? What is the sequence for the splitting the cases in a pressure washer? I assume...

Hi: I found a dewalt power washer with a gx200 engine lying in a trash heap. I have one almost identical, so thought I would grab it for parts. Turns out it wasn't it too bad of shape, so thought I would try to bring it back to life. After digging around in it a bit, I discovered the exhaust...