Recent content by sixfootrabbit

Thanks for the help. It was the compression relief on the cam gear. Replaced the gear, adjusted the valves and started first pull. I was worried at first because the new one didn't look that much different from the suspected one. Must have some difference, because that is all I did. Thank you...

Is there a possibility the fuel tank cap vent is plugged? A long shot, but hey.

I have A 104M02-02230F1 engine, but I cannot find any specs on it. I replaced the pan gasket to check what sounded like a rod knocking. I have no idea what the clunking is, as the rod was fine. I was wondering if anyone might know the sump torque. I just do not want to jack out my aluminum...

From what I could see from underneath, the "loose" belt is running the correct path, and springs are attached. Actually my real concern is the loose feeling bypass lever. The lever is attached to the bellcrank, but it is as loose pushing as it is pulling. Would it not be plausible for the...

I have a Troybilt 13YX79KT011, which slowed to a crawl, and now won't go. Only paid $50, so at least I got a great engine. Anyway, the drive belt is stretched beyond belief and I cannot get it anywhere near proper tension. Then I noticed that the transmission bypass lever is very easy to move...