Recent content by Tool_Maker_Tim

First, let me say that I'm a tremendous Tecumseh fan. For better or worse, they are one of my favorite brands to tinker with. I have them in most sizes and HP ranges. a rather common issue with most of them is a sticking carb float. if your leak is coming out of the breather, then that would be...

She said my "little" secret would be safe with her!

Good point ILENGINE. I can't tell you how many machines Ithat have looked up, trying to find the location of those numbers, only to discover they are in the stated location EXCEPT for my particular piece of equipment! This is a good starting point though. Thanks for the tip!

I also have a yard full of string trimmers that I am repairing to sell. I too dump the old fuel, replace the spark plug, air and fuel filters, and (before I remove and clean the carb) I try and see if they will turn over (hope springs eternal) The main function of a department store string...

You are missing the one speck of hope contained in the story: "Home Handyman" realized that he had a problem when he couldn't find a section in his owner's manual covering the Mow/Rototiller function for his model of push mower!

Possibly, unless the grass fights back! Also, should you decide to squeeze one more season out of those vintage "Blades" resist the urge to torque them down!

This is too late to help you barely handy, but it might help others in your or similar situations: Find Your Utility Engine Model Number: https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/videos/browse/how-to-find-your-utility-engine-model-number.html

Star Tech; I just came across your answers to Tiger Small's problem, As you might have guessed by my screen name, I'm an old retired Tool Maker (aka slow Machinist) and I want to compliment your sage advice, accurate information (Drawings w/dimensions, Charts, etc.} which is all very easy to...

Hey Hillbilly, where do you call home here in Hillbilly hell?

Go to Ace Hardware and see if they stock the tap you require. I am a toolmaker with over forty years of experience in this business. Though I possess nearly every tap and die known to man, occasionally I have to make a trip to the local ace hardware store myself. if it is a one-off use on...

As for being retired, brother I feel your pain. I've used the Aumel top-end kits on a 046 and an MS 460 Stihl. I've got no complaints, and they were both a bargain. On the MS 460, it was a 54mm overbore kit...

Update: At the end of last year's Mowing season, I pulled my beloved Cubby LT1050 into her parking spot, and hooked up the float charger. Fast Forward to April 2024- I went out on the first day that the ground was dry enough to mow, turned the key, and nothing but crickets!!! Expecting to head...

I own a Cub Cadet LT1050 powered by a Kohler SV720S V Twin engine. I am the third owner. My son bought a house, and the Cub was included in the deal. We serviced it and Jake used it for about two years and then he gifted it to me. He purchased an Ariens 24 hp Zero-turn, from Lowes with a deal he...

Try this youtube video. He has a 10.5 HP Tecumseh on a snowblower (I'm not sure if it will help with your model) and it gives a good look at the linkages for the 8.5 HP -10.5 HP. I hope this helps.