Snapper 5hp Briggs

[aarong24]

Hey guys,
Last year my snapper through a rod while I was mowing my girlfriend's yard. I had used the day before with no issue, but her yard was a super steep incline. So, I'm sure the combo of the steep yard and me foolishly not topping it off with oil is what did it. I would like to repaint the deck, rebuild the engine and it get in as close to new condition that I can. I have tried searching on the forum, but does anyone have any advice as to where I find a comprehensive breakdown to rebuild one of these old L-Head Briggs? It didn't knock a hole in the block, but I won't know the full extent of the damage until I open it up. I will attach a photo for reference. It will be the one without the bagger on it.

 

[Romore]

Look on the starter housing above the spark plug for the engine numbers, the model will start with 13 if a 5 hp. Briggs manual 270962 is your friend here. That is an orphan series, parts may be hard to find.

 

[aarong24]

Look on the starter housing above the spark plug for the engine numbers, the model will start with 13 if a 5 hp. Briggs manual 270962 is your friend here. That is an orphan series, parts may be hard to find.

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, it is a 131922-016901. I will give that manual a look over. I have a basic knowledge of engines, but I can follow directions well. lol

 

[Mkala]

With this manual and basic knowledge, take picture of all when disassembling. Post pictures when you have question - or to share your work- and someone here will help you !

I did this with a flat head 5 hp but horizontal shaft here (for a generator), and all turned well Great advices from people on this forum

 

[Rivets]

Here is the manual you will need. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6NaqjIxWV1ycG8wd0s3Z2Q2X00/view