UPDATE: August 23
So I have gone ahead and replaced the fuel pump, carburetor needle and carburetor bowl gasket (and of course, changed the oil).
Ran the engine for 5-10 minutes for 3 times over the course of an hour without an issues (leaks etc).
On the 4th run, I engaged the mower (ie...
Thanks Bert and Scrubcadet
1. I did clean the carb, but did not replace the needle...only removed and cleaned. Perhaps I should be looking at replacing the needle and brass set (I have a Walbro)?
2. I do believe I have a pulse type pump (and here is where my ignorance shows). This would be...
Hi,
Some background and information for everyone that will hopefully lead to a solution :)
I have a Briggs and Stratton; 13 HP OVH Intek that is on a 33" walk behind mower. Model is 21A902-01490-E1
A few weeks ago I had the following symptoms:
Smoking in general
A bit of engine knocking...