http://www.techsupportforum.com Lawn Mowers, go carts, watercraft, and other non-automotive engines en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:15:03 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.techsupportforum.com/cwd/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.techsupportforum.com http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432849-how-convert-kohler-18hp-into-20hp.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:43:24 GMT I have an 18hp Kohler Command engine on my zero-turn lawn mower, and I would like to increase the hp to 20 or 22 hp.

As I mow uphill, I must slow my travel speed down to keep the blade speed up. With another couple of hp, I wouldn't need to slow down.

Per the manual I have, the 18, 20 & 22hp engines all have the same bore & stroke.

Has anyone attempted this before? If so, what was the result and what was done?

Carb swap? Jet swap? Cam swap? Head/valve swap? Combo of them?

Any comments or advice is welcome.

Thanks! ]]> Small Engines gn6027 http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432849-how-convert-kohler-18hp-into-20hp.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432475-can-someone-tell-me-best-place-buy-b-s-parts.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:41:45 GMT I am looking for a connecting rod part no 298400,I cant find any for less than 69.00. Much Thanks... I am looking for a connecting rod part no 298400,I cant find any for less than 69.00. Much Thanks... ]]> Small Engines C.Johnson http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432475-can-someone-tell-me-best-place-buy-b-s-parts.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432152-log-splitter-seal.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT Old didier log splitter needs a new front hydraulic piston seal. How do you get the front cap off? I can only get it to move one half inch before it stops dead. I turned the cap with a big wrench (it doesn't screw out). So then hit it with a big screwdriver between the front cap and cylinder. ]]> Small Engines pickerbush18 http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/432152-log-splitter-seal.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/431993-how-do-you-replace-oil-seal-bushing-briggs-stratton.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:52:27 GMT Found an oil leak on my snow blower. It is a Sears Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 536.881500 and has a Briggs & Stratton Engine Model No.9A413-0202-01.

It is coming from shaft which goes into crank case on the magneto side of the engine. I removed the flywheel to expose the shaft and bushing and located the point where the oil leaks. I believe I need to replace the seal. I am not sure how to do this......I do know there is a bushing/seal kit...I am not sure if I need both bushing and seal. However, and most impor:wave:tantly I have no idea as to how to remove the bushing to get at the seal to replace it. Can you please advise as to how to change the seal and bushing if also required to fix the leak. The unit has had only seasonal use and runs quite well; it is otherwise in excellent shape. Thanks for your help on this ....Dennis in Buffalo, NY ]]> Small Engines Dennis Badame http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/431993-how-do-you-replace-oil-seal-bushing-briggs-stratton.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/430943-john-deere-l120-k66-upgrade.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:48:17 GMT I'm putting a k66 transaxle into my L120. I got the transaxle when I bought the tractor. The only upgrade kits I've found include the tranaxle. Does anyone know where I can get a parts list to purchase the parts separately? I know I need 23 x 10.5 wheels and some nuts bolts and brackets to modify the attachment of the transmission. Can anyone help? ]]> Small Engines mmatt http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/430943-john-deere-l120-k66-upgrade.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/430873-generator-help.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:52:44 GMT I purchased a Champion 3000/35000 watt generator with a 6.5 h.p. ohv engine in Feb. This generator is used around the farm to run a saw or small air compressor. It was working fine but recently has developed a bad miss. When the engine is first started it runs fine until it warms up and then starts... I purchased a Champion 3000/35000 watt generator with a 6.5 h.p. ohv engine in Feb. This generator is used around the farm to run a saw or small air compressor. It was working fine but recently has developed a bad miss. When the engine is first started it runs fine until it warms up and then starts missing. The engine runs and starts fine other than the miss. I have changed gas, cleaned the carb., cleaned the spark arrestor adjusted the valves and changed the plug and air filter but nothing has helped. It doesn't have but maybe 10 hours on it! Could this be the coil going bad? I don't know of anything else to check. The plug is always clean and there is no smoke of any kind. ]]> Small Engines billyincaneyvil http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/430873-generator-help.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429893-16-102-twincut-wont-catch-blocks-chute-up.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:18:13 GMT this machine has had deck levelled side to side and rake set to 10 mm pto to deck belt is good as is the pulleys and tensions on the belt timming on blades has been reset - 90 dregrees apart ( these counter rotate ) as it is a rear catcher type - catcher bag is clean and venting deck vents... this machine has had deck levelled side to side and rake set to 10 mm
pto to deck belt is good as is the pulleys and tensions on the belt
timming on blades has been reset - 90 dregrees apart ( these counter rotate ) as it is a rear catcher type - catcher bag is clean and venting deck vents are clear, deck is clean spindle bearings/ mandrells are good - blade tracking is good - had turned up the wings on the blades some more ( measured with blades upside down of floor with level on the and measured height from floor to cutting edge this was 34 mm ) for each side of each blade - unit still wont catch propely & or blocks up chute

anyone have any thoughts appreciate any help

mstpops ]]> Small Engines mstpops http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429893-16-102-twincut-wont-catch-blocks-chute-up.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429786-b-s-gas-oil.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:52:11 GMT I went to change the oil in my ride mower and took the drain plug out and gas pured out. Is the head cracked or what? I went to change the oil in my ride mower and took the drain plug out and gas pured out. Is the head cracked or what? ]]> Small Engines mac002245 http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429786-b-s-gas-oil.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429754-b-s-engine-hard-start-runs-poorly.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:34:32 GMT I have a lawn vacuum with a B&S engine (122K02-0025-E1, 02052359). Until yesterday, it had worked fine. Yesterday, part way through a fuel load, it ran but the power seemed low and it began running roughly. I cleaned the air filter, which made no improvement, then replaced it with another filter from a lawn mower - again, no change. After the fuel tank was empty, I filled with fuel that had been bought in late summer and had Stabil added. I then had difficulty starting the engine - had to repeatedly prime the engine and it would run until the prime was gone. It finally started but was still running rough and had what appeared to be about 50% power.

This morning, I had to try repeatedly to get it started and it still ran as it did yesterday - rough (sputtering) and low power. I removed the spark plug and it looked good but I cleaned it with a wire brush and regapped it. No change.

I suspect a problem with the carburetor - perhaps dirt??? But I have never worked on a small engine carburetor before. Any chance that spraying some carb cleaner in the air intake would help??? With lots of leaves on the ground, a quick fix would be nice!

Any suggestions, do you think my troubleshooting is valid? Can someone point me to a good guide to removing and repairing the carburetor on this engine?

Thanks,

Jim ]]> Small Engines jimcro http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429754-b-s-engine-hard-start-runs-poorly.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429748-quantum-b-s-6-5-190-troy-lawn-mower-not-starting.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:23:53 GMT I was using the mower, it was running but making a rattling noise, had started OK. Then it stopped. I tried restarting, but the pull wouldn't budge. I let it cool down some, still the same. Turned it on the side and manually moved the blade, which allowed me to rotate it.
Back upright, could pull the cord, but no start.
Yes, I was a bit negligent, the oil hadn't been changed, and was low. I added fresh, about 14 oz. Would pull, but no start.
Checked the spark plug, was black, got an identical new one, verified there was a spark before installing it. Still no start.
Checked air filter, was a little dirty, but not bad. Cleaned out well. Choke line does engage as it should. No evidence of dirt or crud behind the filter.
Then I drained the oil, looked dark, made certain as much could drain out as possible.
Added fresh to full. Would pull, but still no start. Does not fire up at all. Sounds like it is getting close.
-- Thoughts, help, please/ ]]> Small Engines oldmanrick http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429748-quantum-b-s-6-5-190-troy-lawn-mower-not-starting.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429686-craftsman-lawn-tractor-not-starting.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:42:38 GMT My 7 year old lawn tractor has been giving me starting problems for the past couple of months, and recently, won't start at all. Engine is an 18 hp briggs and stratton.

Symptoms used to be: lots of smoke at start up (bluish). After a few minutes of warm up, things seemed to be run normally.

Symptoms now are: As the engine cranks (but does not start), an oily gas mixture is expelled from the front bottom of the engine. I cannot tell exactly where the discharge is coming from, but it seems like quite a bit and makes a big mess.

Is this thing salvageable, or have I somehow destroyed the engine?

Thanks for any advice or input. ]]> Small Engines Archie0123 http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429686-craftsman-lawn-tractor-not-starting.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429608-24-hp-briggs-els-tighting-specs.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:33:55 GMT need all torque specifications for a 446677-0463 briggs engine --iam rebuilding one---anyone have a site where i can go---or know the specs need all torque specifications for a 446677-0463 briggs engine --iam rebuilding one---anyone have a site where i can go---or know the specs ]]> Small Engines nitrobassboat http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/429608-24-hp-briggs-els-tighting-specs.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/428664-anyone-selling-bicycle-motor-will-fit-occ-stingray.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:13:19 GMT I need powerful yet cheap, gasoline powered bicycle motor to put on my OCC Stingray to haul all the audio equipment i plan on putting on the bike to make it a custom show-bike. I live in Sacramento, Natomas specificially, and i'm looking for a motor that will cost no more then $80. Chainsaw or weedeater motors will also work, but i'd prefer a motor that can generate alot of torque and maybe burn some rubber!! :D
if anybody is selling a chainsaw or weedeater motor, i don't plan on paying more than $20-$25 for it. Thank you for your time. ]]> Small Engines CustomChoppers http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/428664-anyone-selling-bicycle-motor-will-fit-occ-stingray.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/428053-gapping-points-tecumseh.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:35:00 GMT What are the steps for setting the gap on a tecumseh engine. Also, please confirm the gap is 19... What are the steps for setting the gap on a tecumseh engine. Also, please confirm the gap is 19... ]]> Small Engines palosky http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/428053-gapping-points-tecumseh.html http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/427735-lawnboy-10227-a.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:06:03 GMT From what I can tell, the model number is gone..I have a 1996ish Lawn-Boy Silver Series Model 10227 (Strictly from the Silver Series label and photo's online). This lawnmower was actually a handmedown and does a great job. It's my first Lawnboy so my question is, are these things supposed to be this loud? It just seems abnormally loud to me. If it's not supposed to be this loud, how can I quiet it down?

Thanks! ]]> Small Engines jgeezy http://www.techsupportforum.com/automotive-center/small-engines/427735-lawnboy-10227-a.html