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Appears to be maybe at least two issues. For ONE We already know you are probably not getting a compression release IF the electrical/mechanical cranking system is ok. Did you SEE the compression release bump as you slowly rotated the engine after you adjusted the INTAKE valve lash? You can...

And they fail to winterize them. Surprise surprise. That is where most of my good tiller and wood splitter engines come from.

On carbs that are dirty/gunky on the outside if I cannot remove enough of the gunk by hand cleaning first I sometimes give them a heated run or two before taking them apart so as to clean the outside. It also seems to help them come apart easier and lets the gaskets relax somewhat. I just use...

The model number indicates a single cyc OHV engine, but your first post seems to indicate two cylinders?? post up the complete model type, code? You say the engine overspeeds with the governor disconnected and you holding the throttle shaft at idle position against the throttle stop idle screw...

On some similar rims that are rusted to the axle I've taken a very large threaded nut and welded to the rim and use a large bolt threaded into the nut to push off the rim.

After the plastic pipe is warmed and pressed onto the rim I use shoe goo to seal the pipe to the rim and then install a 90 degree plastic fitting onto the end of the pipe. the 90 does not need to be glued. Fill the 90 to hold the penetrating oil. heat behind the rim to help the penetrating oiul...

Set down in the seat and test if you are still standing up. But disable the PTO, apply brake, and don't breath. Might still be under warranty.

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The things you were inspecting is one good reason to do a LEAK DOWN TEST FIRST. You will reach for your new leak down tester quite often when you start playing with engines. Like I mentioned most people at first inject to much air pressure when getting familiar with a leak down tester. Do...

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You asked? is this the compression relief system again? From your description, not likely yet. Did I overlook the engine model, type and code? (appears to be maybe a single cylinder Briggs?????????? The valve lash needs checked. If the intake valve lash is more than .005 the engine will hang...

It appears this would be a good engine to get familiar with your leak down tester. Not likely but A bad breather valve can cause such. My OTC has saved me lots of time, especially not having to do a take apart inspection, such as worn rings, leaking valves, and quickly determining if a engine...

In post #3 StarTech said to do a leak down test. Very good suggestion. Search for info on-line about doing a leak down test and the price of the tester. HF sells a leak down tester. I bought a ORC few years ago and it's a great tool. Leak down test allows me to check/test/analyze a new to me...

and now it works fine thanks. He got it going.

Right about the reservoir cup. I hinted about the reservoir cup and fuel level in post #18. If reservoir cup has leakage (or the long tube is not pumping fuel the engine will need the fuel level in the tank above the level of the short pickup tube. If I encounter one of these type carb acting...

I do about the same with large tanks such as old tractor tanks and vec tanks that are obsolete. I use pieces of porch swing chain on large tanks, it has sharp edges and will cut the dried gunk plus rust. Some tanks, including tractor tanks have a baffle inside and I have to carefully prepare a...

No, final rinse after it's removed from the tumbler is a manual rinse with small amount lacquer thinner or acetone. I tumble with the tractor tire just using very little water with the nuts and bolts and have the tank where I can drain the water and rinse with the tank strapped in place. When...

You say it seems the rpms are slow but: Try manually operating the governor rod and see if it picks up rpms good with no stalling or sputtering since you do not have any snow to create a load on the engine. Does it idle slow and smooth. Reason I ask is if crankcase not sealed good or...

Right need to inspect before ordering parts. Might be whipping on a dead horse. I would look at availability of parts and prices BEFORE I even removed ONE bolt for a inspection. (of a obsolete unit) I would probably look for a replacement engine and just use the Tecumseh oil burner on the log...

Set of rings and some gaskets would most likely stop the oil burning. Rings would be the costly item if they can be found. Set rings now days for a small Briggs are jaw dropper priced.

I added a snow king flywheel with teeth and an electric starter to make mine easier to start. Cost $100. I've done the same. Lot easier to start in cold weather.

I just got through red koting some of those tanks. Really surprised at how well they cleaned up inside. I strapped them to a tractor tire, put nuts and bolts inside and jacked up the tire and rotated them for few hours just using water as the rinse. Use plastic under the cap when rotating and a...

I constantly tell people to "GOOGLE IT" google is your friend.

Here is a Tecumseh carb repair link. https://outdoorpowerinfo.com/repairs/ I've found clone carbs for the HM100 but they are the non-adjustable and run lean on a cold engine. (surging and hunting is common) I've got a good old 8hp L-head electric and manual start stored in my shed that I'm not...

Super Tech and Rotella are available at the local wally world in my area for $18 gallon in 30W and they sell fast. I cannot make a trip just to get a gallon, I have to grab when I see it on the shelf. (no multi grade conventional available in gallon jugs at Walleys.) I'm thinking of going to a...

Your does not. If the pump diaphragm is on the side of the pulsa jet carb it does not have the check ball tube. The flappers on the diaphragm is the check valve. Also most generally it will be found that these type carbs engines start easier with less manual cranking after they have been at...

Thanks for the comeback.

The reason I ask you to test with the tank completely full is: This bypass's the long pick-up tube and the pump for such which is used to pump gas UP into the upper storage pan for the short tube when the fuel level drops below about 1/2 in the tank or below the level of the short tube. If same...

I only remove welch plugs when all other cleaning methods fail. If I have a replacement Welch plug I carefully drill a hole in the center to use a ice pick or small sheet metal screw to pry out the plug. Be really careful and do not let the drill bit go into the plug too deep. If I do not have...

????????? explain. Pickup tube holes?????

Did you fill the gas tank completely full and test? Here is a carb repair link https://outdoorpowerinfo.com/repairs/

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Might try two gaskets. Fill the tank completely FULL of fuel and report back? (let us know if it makes any difference in the engine symptoms????) (I have a reason for suggesting such)

You need to replace all the fuel lines including the primer bulb and it's lines and the in tank filter and then test. Lots of you tube info about how to. You say they are decades old. Either use OEM replacement lines so as to get the exact size OD and ID or a good grade of tygon of the correct...

Have you ever seen a Arthur Head screwdriver? (very rare, possibly only 4 made from the A head of a typewriter key) The A on the screwdriver fits into the A hole on the screw. Made by Arthur Spooner OF THE KING OF QUEENS SHOW You can review such on-line.

Post up a picture of the bottom of the carb bowl showing the screws? I suspect you have the JIS (Japan Inbred Screw) type. I use the methods mentioned in post #7 and I also have a !/4 inch drive ratchet and extension and the bit held in a 1/4 socket if you do not have the correct adapter and...

Install a new spark plug, but it has symptoms of bad water contaminated fuel. After you clean the tank use fresh fuel from a different container. The symptoms you describe indicates bad/water contaminated fuel, but If it's a push mower with the presence switch lever make sure the brake, kill is...

AMEN I've noticed most generally them low ballers do not know Jack SXith.

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Just a hint. I've used the whole valve train from Honda engines in the predator engines. Valves, springs the whole works from Salvage yard Honda's. The Honda engines valve train is not as WIMPY as the China chinko Predator engines. I installed the valves into the Predator heads. Did not try...

Most generally about the only thing that is reasonably priced about Honda engines is a replacement carb. (and I've had good luck with the Honda carb replacements) This is just one of the examples of where a Ultra sonic cleaner really shines. I've tried just a general cleaning of (especially)...

Need model type and code of engine and mower? but If it has the brake and kill switch on the brake make sure the brake/kill lever is being pulled back completely. Sometimes you can tie the brake lever back completely as a test to see spark.

You asked Thoughts? After someone leaves a bad taste in my mouth I do not return for a 2nd taste test.

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I've found that a SERVICE manual for the RER's are very handy. Try flea bay with your model number and see if anything surfaces. I've found them for less than $20

Briggs 254707 0124 01 code 92071730 Can anyone confirm crankshaft stub size on the 10hp engine as 1 inch dia x 3 inches long and keyed??? It's on a Snapper RER. I have a 8 horse Briggs with a 1 inch diameter x 3 inch long keyed shaft as a possible replacement engine is why I ask. I would have...

You are most likely SOL finding a 1 1/8 dia stack pulley. Most generally when someone needs such they have replaced a 1 inch shaft engine with a 1 1/8 shaft engine. Experience is what you get when what you got is not what you wanted.

I suspect head gasket let go but ???????????? A engine model number, type and code would be helpful. (or even some pictures of the engine????) Pull the spark plug and see if spark plug/plugs is loaded up with black carbon or oil. If so pull the head on that side and look at the head gasket if...

Post the model number of the tractor machine and the engine model?