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Re: Briggs and Stratton 3.5 HP engine surges...why?
#1   May 13, 2006 9:11 pm
Kurt - the surging (also called hunting) is caused by a lean fuel condition. If there is a mixture screw on the carb, turn it counterclockwise 1/4 to 1/2 turn & see if the hunting stops. If not, try one full turn counterclockwise. If that doesn't work, the carb needs to be removed, disassembled, cleaned out & reassembled with a rebuild kit.

Marty

Re: diagnosis?
#2   Apr 28, 2006 12:25 am
Vacuum leak caused by a bad intake or carb gasket - spray carb cleaner around the carb mounting points & see if the engine speed changes - if so, you found the problem area. Could be a blown head gasket too - check for low compression. Cleaning the bowl nut on this one WONT HELP since it IS running on Natural Gas...

Marty

Re: I need parts
#3   Apr 24, 2006 9:30 pm
Look on Ebay...
Re: opinions wanted....
#4   Apr 16, 2006 9:04 pm
Unless you know someone who can weld it for nothing, figure on spending at LEAST $100 for welding services. Tough call here - $100 minimun to weld, a new pump at $200, or sell it as is & buy another one for around $300. Maybe look for a good, used pump instead? Best of luck...

Marty

Re: Converting to Electronic Ignition on old lawn tractor???
#5   Apr 13, 2006 8:18 pm
Check shutoff wire for grounding out - that will cause a no spark condition. Also, make sure you have a new spark plug. If the engine is a Briggs/Stratton, there may be a coil available that eliminates your points setup & without changing the flywheel. Otherwise, there are electronic modules you can buy that eliminate the points & condensor, but you may still need a coil. What are: Tractor make & model? Engine make & model?

Marty

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