Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

have a Tecumseh 8hp.TVM220 that is very hard starting. Usually need a shot of ether to start. Runs a little rough after warmup, cannot find any carb adusting screws. Appreciate any help.

pulled carb off and pulled it apart and cleaned it with carb cleaner,also found hairline crack in plug Changed plug.seems to start much better, but still has a lope when idleing.My thanks to everyone for all the helpful info. Hope i can return the favor sometime.