Runs for 10 minutes then dies - Craftsman eager-1 4.5hp

[Rivets]

I personally doubt that it has to do with timing. I wonder if you have the linkage hooked up properly. Engine would not start and running smooth it the timing was off as far as what your description tells me. Take a look at this manual, sections on linkage and setting the governor. If this does not help then you can look into a timing problem.

http://th.manualwebsite.com/pdf/3-11hp_4-cycle_L_head.pdf

 

[Cars_to_mowers]

Thank you for that resource! I am set for life with that manual :thumbsup:

I did notice the spring going into the carb linkage (to the valve that allows air in) is touching the air filter. It could certainly be overstretched or installed wrong.

I also forgot to mention that I had no clue what I was doing when I was "adjusting the idle" via the carb bowl screw and screws on the rabbit/turtle bracket thing. I just played with them in a way to make the idle high as possible. Just thought I'd throw that out there lol