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Dougfur
Joined: Jan 22, 2010
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Recoil Locking Up
Original Message Jan 22, 2010 10:37 am |
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I have a Toro two -stage, 1978 vintage. It was originally a 5/24, 31625. This fall I had it repowered with a rebuilt Briggs 8Hp Initially, it ran great. now I'm having a problem with it stalling and the recoil locks up. I'm thinking that the recoil locking is causing the stalling I go to restart it manually, and it takes 3-4 heavy pulls to get the recoil to release. Once it does, it starts and runs fine Suggestions as to what the problem is? no other problems other than this thanks Doug
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Dougfur
Joined: Jan 22, 2010
Points: 6
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Re: Recoil Locking Up
Reply #3 Jan 22, 2010 12:38 pm |
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Thanks for that info. I don't know if it's proper rope or not, I'd have to look at it. it looks like clothesline though. it is also very long, probably 3.5 -4 ft fully extended- maybe tha's causing the binding. The rope retracts back in ok. I'm pretty sure the oil level is good, I'll recheck I didn't think that something else may be causing binding, I'll follow your advice. What would cause partial seizing?
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Dougfur
Joined: Jan 22, 2010
Points: 6
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Re: Recoil Locking Up
Reply #5 Jan 22, 2010 2:20 pm |
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It happens after it's run for awhile. The fellow who rebuilt it is a retired machinist who rebuilds rotary engines for a side business. So,I'd assume the tolerances are good and he knows what he's doing. It's got dino oil in it now, I will try the synthetic-any recommendations?
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