A Tiller That Starts Then Stalls
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- Опубликовано: 26 май 2015
- This video show an inexpensive repair of a 1969 Briggs and Stratton "Merry Tiller". In this repair the carburetor is not removed from the motor. I adjust the carb for optimum running. She is called "The Lady In Red" All I needed was Carb. spray and hand tools. A good laugh at myself too!!!
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That tiller ran the whole time- fake rototiller news here
Well I understand. However, you are not watching a Steven Spielberg production. I went to your channel and noticed you have not made any videos. So, I will make you a deal!!! I will make sure I improve my videos and at the same time I want you to make one video of something you like. I will watch it and enjoy your effort. This is a very difficult thing to do on a budget as there is only one person producing the entertainment. There is no one else doing this. Including----- Ideas, Filming, Production and Editing, Sound and Lighting. I hope you enjoy my other productions and I truly want you to enjoy my other videos.
Bruce Pender
A Retired Guy Making Videos.
I got videos
@@stilldo4052 From your comments I am not sure I would want to see them.
@@stilldo4052 57 views in all from the entire list.
Bruce's Shop was I correct in my first assumption -?
I love the tiller. Reminds me of my 68 edger. These old machines are fantastic. No one but us. Thanks.
Love it when it goes right the first time. Thanks for the video, I definitely learned some things.
Got my Tiller running and tilling with this video. Thanks so much
Great!!! You made my day.
Literally just followed your moves hand by hand.
My issue was the jets and screw turns.. Now my wolseley roars.
Cheers from the UK. Excellent vid 👍🇬🇧
Right on. This is why I do these videos. Congrats on fixing the unit.
Thank you for showing how you got it going. I have a merry tiller of the same vintage but it's a 3 horse. I bought it when I was in my late 20's and now I'm 71. So it's been a good tool. I've changed the tiller bearings a time or two, but same faithful Briggs and Stratton engine. Today, it started, but then died, so your video is very helpful and timely.
Well thanks for making a positive comment.
Very enjoyable and personable demonstration. Many thanks!
I learned little things I might be doing wrong while attempting to keep my mini teller running after taking it all apart, replacing fuel line, gaskets, and carburetor. It's 24yo. Thank you!!
Thanks
Thank you so much Bruce I am only 11 years old but I use all my tractors and appliances and I have had a million things wrong with my things but before I ask my dad if we can take it somewhere to get it fixed I watch u and then I'm able to fix it thank u for the really helpful videos
jdog gamers100 Good for you jdog!!!
That darn gas cap had me swearin for a few hours. Never had I seen a faulty gas cap. Im still im awe as to the fix.
I doesn't happen that often.
This saved me a ton of time! Instead of pulling the tank off I tried this and it worked!
You made my day
I just bought this same tiller at an estate sale for $40 (they even threw in an 80 tooth carbide tipped table saw blade, probably a$100 blade new). It would not start but it sounded like it wanted to. After watching this video I did the same thing to my tillers carberator, put some fresh gas in, and it fired up the second pull!! Works like a dream! I'll probably replace the oil, spark plug, and belts in the near future and have a tiller that is better then most machines you can buy today. Thank you sir!!
I am happy you got it.
Well done Bud!! It's always nice workin' on something that hasn't been hacked up or abused eh!!☺
805ROADKING Yes the muffler just screwed off. Bruce
Good job,very helpful and instructive. Thanks.
Very nice!
Not the same video that seems to be put out by everyone else.
New, useful information with a new perspective!
Thank you!
This was filmed in 2015. Thanks for watching.
Thanks man, this really helped me get my tiller running!
So cool!!! congrats
Hey Bruce good video , did all the things you did , snapper rear tiller ran perfectly for an hour then started running and stopping again . Removed carb cleaned everything again . No dice !! Starts and stops ! Just going to the house find some matches!
Well check everything and enjoy yourself doing it. Check the spark to the plug. Check for dirty fuel and a dirty tank. Check the screen at the bottom of the tube. check for a loose carb mount. Sounds like it may have vibrated off after you got it running. Take your time. The machine is probably ok just something little.
This is one of the best repairvidoeos I ever seen! :-)
Thank you
Thanks for your video on this Briggs motor I needed to how know it's my turn
excellent video bruce!! i like it when jobs are that easy. :)
Thank you I learned a lot. I appreciate it very much.👍🤠
Glad it was helpful!
very informative, bruce...thank you...
Nice fix & tune, Well done.
***** Thanks tufdog
Nice Bruce! I know the Merry brand! I have a Chipper/shredder by them!
Nice job Bruce, I like your happy dance . nice video
Thank you kindly
Awesome!
Not the same thing like everyone else puts out.
And new interesting info.
Thanks!!
Hey, since I have your attention and should feel inclined, could I bother you with a question?
With my tiller NOT running, I can lever from idle to wide open and back with no issues.
However, when running, I cannot throttle the RPMs up. The top linkage doesn’t move. It will not stay running under load; I can manually manipulate everything however.
Old yellow sears with BS 5hp
The Merry Tillers have to be one of my favorites.
sixtyfiveford My first experience. In Canada here a company named Macleods did them. This one migrated north???Bruce
Great video really enjoyed it!!
Thanks a lot.
This is one of my favorite episodes the lady in red is so cool 😎
Thanks
Bruce enjoyed the vid thanks. tom
Love your video...just subscribed
Welcome aboard!!!!
I got back into fixin old engines or the newer stuff last Dec. a lady friend has a generator that
at that time would no longer run. Having a Powerhorse Gen and maintaining it is a good way
to learn about this stuff. Her generator is similar and I saw that they flipped they 'OFF" switch
which of course shut down the engine but gas being left in the carb mucked it all up quite
nicely. mice chewed the pull rope to bits and not well covered the mag had gotten wet. so
that was another issue, BUT I got her gen running good for her. fixt a neighbors mower and
was paid with a 7 anna half pound roaster chicken! and a 6 pack of Coors lite! Just pickt up
what I think is a 16 HP Briggs Stratton engine, all cast iron and this fall i have the chance to
work on a FarmAll tractor, was her dad's and she wants to get it going as a memorial or a
tribute. Her Brother Brad taught me alot about engines about 4 decades ago.
That is a great story I love the ones where you work hard and succeed.
Nice job as always
joeprissel Thanks oe
THANK YOU FOR AMAZING QUICK REPLY , found it very useful and seemingly we can get them in england from clarkes at £149 so will hint to the wife about xmas lol. thanks again andill be looking forward to your next video!
Have you got a birthday coming up.It may come sooner. haha
JUST HAD IT IN APRIL UNFORTUNATELY, BUT HEY, HAD SOME LUCK SINCE I TALKED TO YOU LAST,I MANAGED TO GET A BRIGGS AND STRATTON REPAIR MANUAL FOR £14 BUT IF I SENT TO YOUR COUNTRY FOR ONE THEY ARE £28 PLUS £40 FOR POSTAGE, SO I FIGURE THAT GETTING A MANUAL FOR LESS WAS A BIRTHDAY PRESENT,
NOW THE HARDEST THING OF ALL IS TO FIND A RELIABLE CHEAP BAND G PARTS SUPPLIER IN UK.............NOT THE EASIEST OF QUESTS
YOUR LUCKY IN AMERICA ,AS YOU CAN GET PARTS FOR ANYTHING EASILY, BUT LIVING ON A PISSPOT ISLAND LIKE BRITAIN (YOU CAN FIT TEN BRITAINS INTO TEXAS) MAKES ANYTHING YOU WANT FROM OTHER COUNTRIES EXPENSIVE. HAVE A NICE WEEKEND!
THIS WEEKEND IN BRITAIN ITS CALLED A BANK HOLIDAY LOL WHEN EVERYONE TAKES THE CAR OUT TO SIT IN A NOSE TO TAIL JAM TRYING TO GET TO TOWNS LIKE MINE ON THE COAST WHERE ONCE THERE IT PISSES IT DOWN AND GOES COLD THEN THEY WONDER WHY THEY CAME,REASON IS WE ARE TWO HOURS ONE WAY AND FOUR HOURS THE OTHER AT OUR USUAL 40MPH THEN WE DROP INTO THE SEA.LOL WORST THING WE EVER DID WAS BUILD A TUNNEL AS ALL IT DOES IS LET HUMAN RATS AND OUR ENEMIES IN TO OUR ONCE NICE COUNTRY EUROPE IS NOW NOT A PLACE TO GO TO. SO WE WANDER AROUND BRITAIN IN OUR LITTLE CARS.
WE ALSO HAVE THE WORST NAZI BASTARD PARKING WARDENS IN THE WORLD, IN ENGLAND IF YOU HAVE A CAR WHOSE SUPERSTRUCTURE EVEN IF IN MID AIR GOES OVER THE PARKING LINES ITS A £75 FINE. ALSO TWICE WEVE COME BACK FROM WALES TO SEE POLICE SHOOTING PEOPLE IN CARS USUALLY NEAR OLDHAM WE PRESUMED THET WERRE JUST TERRORISTS , HEY THE GOOD THING IS WE DONT NEED A PASSPORT FOR WALES OR
SCOTLAND ,THE ONE PLACE NOT TO BOTHER WITH IS THE LAKE DISTRICT...WHY??? I BEEN THREE TIMES AND EACH TIME IT WAS COVERED IN FOG NEVER SEEN THE LAKES YET LOL.
BYE FOR NOW AND THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR VIDEOS
KEITH
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good vid bruce got some info thanks again
Thanks Willy
I have a tiller just like that, except its branded as a snapper. With the exception of a few obscure goggle photos this is the first time Ive seen one like it.
i nice video i just gotton two real old rotavators you call them tillers . took carb off one and gauze had come off then found a part i dont know where it goes lol not on your video.
but great to see a fun presentation without darn music and one even us in england can understand thanks very much,
Thanks for watching. It is appreciated.
It's real gift to find good gas and a clean tank in an old classic like that. A muffler that unscrews by hand... that is approaching miracle status. :)
John Strange Yes I was looked after
I have a very similar 5hp and it would die after about a minute or 2, So I saw you take the side plate off and cleaned it now it ran for the whole garden tilling. just watched you remove the jet on other side. lol may need that later. Thanks
Great. I am happy it helped
Also it's the dance for me 😅😅😅
LOL
Argh! (In the name of all the Peanuts characters)....My Movie Maker is possessed! I can either speed up the entire video or none of it...lol. Excellent diagnosis and repair! It's amazing what a little preventative maintenance does to make our jobs easier. I had a not so fortunate tiller come through this year that had been used for several years without grease in the worm drive, which rendered it destroyed. The 5hp Briggs on that tiller was of the two output shaft type with one running opposed to the other (for reverse)...so there was that singular perk, as the owner said, scrap it all, I just bought a Pony Tiller. So, my time and effort on the dead tiller wasn't wasted since there's a decent 5hp dual output shaft engine on the shelf now. Again, excellent display of what to go through to eliminate possible causes. Cheers my Friend! Zip~
ZippoVarga Thanks. Sir. My laptop crashed yesterday ARGH is right. Movie maker on my desktop is flakey as it is a Vista machine. May laptop is at the doctor. Hard Drive OH NO!!!Bruce
I hope you had back up files Bruce! I learned long ago (19 years to be exact) to back up all my files on a weekly basis. I've got a 250GB external hard drive that just about have filled up along with back up copies on other computers. Be Safe! Zip~
Yes all but the last 3 weeks.
Thanks.
some of us actually take GOOD care of our 'toys' & tools. It sure makes life EZ!
Great point Holly
When I have a diaphragm cover off,I like to oscillate the cover on fine sand paper on a piece of glass,you can tell by eye or a straightedge when you've took off enough so the longest stretch between the low bolts will grab the diaphragm and not leak on the tank.Paint loss there is indicative of a "bowed"cover.
Right on. I am doing more polishing the more I learn Thanks
love the happy dance!!
I am PLANNING to be more spontanious
Very good shape for the age.....nice repair.. just like fixing a step by step switch..:-)
tertessa Good one!!! Same age.Bruce
awesome vid
Thanks Garrett
Good video, I notice tho that some who do these vids, don't take the time to clean things up
'specialy if they are getting paid to fix it. I take an old basting brush an gas and a rag, get
that carb looking good, blow it all off with an airgun. Funny it is easier to clean the carb than
to deal with all the springs an levers, some of which are very hard to get at. This vid does a
good job as others did not mention about the jet way inside where the spring screw adj. is
I usually power was each piece but i must have been in a rush on this one. Thanks for the comment.
@@BrucesShop I know BS makes generators but after what I went thru w a
5hp on a leafblower and the tank so close to the engine and governor arm
it was and is an out an out bitch. Now Champion Engine are GOOD!
governor on rte side, comes up to a bellcrank to change dir. to carb and u
adjust throttle by turning a screw for the governor, so even if u have to pull
carb, which I have done, pulled cleaned out, put back together and got it
running. Powerhorse is good to work on also. very reliable got me an wife
thru Irma for a week, never had any trouble.
now that went so easy.....they don't build them like they use to, I have a MDT tiller with a 3.5hp briggs, same carb hopefully mine goes as smoothly, I have the same problem too.
Good luck sir!
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I have a tiller almost identical to that except newer. It's called a Maxim. It has a 5 hp briggs same set up with tank under carb. I have a bad diaphragm.
That is an easy fix. You can spray carb cleaner in all the hole when the cover is off.
I used to use one of those years ago without the training wheels
That could get painful
My 5 hp you had removed carb from tank no room to work around. Replaced all gaskets still leaks with gasket sealer. Out $45 bucks new spark plug points condenser Oil carburetor caught on fire a couple times because exhaust goes run across the tank. Stupid poor design by Briggs. Going to donate it to a friend of mine he’s really nice guy But grumpy.
That engine is in very good shape I would be tempted to put it on a restored mini bike
not2fast4u2c Yes. It is a cool machine.
very helpful, hopefully i can get my toro snowhound running better, thanks
Best of luck sir.
I just bought a 1975 troy-bilt rear tiller that has a 6hp kohler motor on it and the guy says it quits after about 30 minutes. Any advice? I figure maybe vapor lock from the cap not letting in enough air?
Yes. It could be. Check all the simple things first. Then work your way to bigger issues like a coil. Check air fuel and spark plug first. I am sure you know this.
I have the exact same merry tiller and I'm trying to find parts for the engine, do you know the model number or any identification codes please?
On the shroud there should be some numbers. For example the Date would be 69030229 which would be the 2nd of april 1969 the last 2 numbers are the factory 29. The other number is the one that tells you the type and model. This sheet will help.
www.briggsandstratton.com/us/en/~/media/Frequently%20Asked%20Questions/Engine/Numerical%20Designation%20System.pdf
I got one way more beat up black smoke idles low was run and stored with bad gas. Working on her
Good for you.
I got my 1992 B&S Rototiller running again for the 1st time since ~2000 after replacing the rusty gas tank, and cleaning the Carb (removed it). When I start it black burning smoke comes out of the engine area. It smell of burning rather than just exhaust. Should I just let it run until it burns off, or could it cause a fire? I also changed the oil twice. I ran it twice for
sometimes there is oil in the muffler. I would run it for 5 minutes and it should let up. If it was tipped over even for a few seconds there could be oil in the cylinder and exhaust. Run it and just pay attention. Yes things could happen but i doubt it.
LOL! LUV it. 13:17
Hello Bruce, great video mate! I am about to purchase brand new tillers that are 9hp and 13hp respectively, anything I need to take into account when it comes to maintenance? Perhaps some tips for taking good care of the blades and motor. Cheers.
2 Tillers. Wow. Well I change the oil a lot in tillers. The air filter gets dirty too very quickly. (Dusty conditions) Grease the chassis and keep an eye on the belts. What is do is go through all my machines in the spring and fall,
Hi Bruce, I have rechecked the long tube by spraying Carb cleaner from the orifice w/in the pump. It did made any changes. Since I have relapped both valve and adjust per B&S' spec, changed gasket between carb and engine, gasket between carb and tank and pass small wire thru both orifice behind of main jet (w/in carb) as well as made a new ultrasonic bath for the whole carb . With all that, I only succeeded to have the engine run smoother only at low idle. As soon I am trying to have it revs up it run rough and tend to sometimes provide a small puff thru air cleaner opening (all testing done without the air cleaner on). What is your tougth concerning my engine problem? Thanks ahead for your input.
All I can say is that the brass jet is adjustable. If i was there i could try many things in a few minutes but I am not there.. sorry
Now she's singing Bruce- a nice machine
Patrick Meehan Wow I need music now.
Thanks for your quick reply . I can take carb off and clean it with my eyes closed well one eye ! I think I figured it out Tiller worked for an hour when tank was full of fuel . The second time I use it maybe half a tank and it will not run , after four hours of frustration , I filled tank up to brim and shook machine as it was idling guess what kept going but choke is on at 3/4 I think the the lift tube may have a crack in it ! Can that be replaced or do I buy a new carb. .? Wife took matches away from me LOL
We Mr. Google may have to help you with the tube. I have not changed one. Can you solder the tube? old school fix
I have the same issue, i think it may be a dirty tank after all.
Before you dig into the carb, I'd just put some Techron Concentrate into the gas tank. Do a few pulls to get things mixed in and into the carb. Come back in an hour, and it should start. 90% of the time, that will be enough. The old gas turns to Jelly in the carb and clogs things up. Techron dissolves it.
I will try that Thanks
I recently picked up an old Sears tiller with that exact motor.Broken tappet..stuck intake valve roached gas tank and stinky old fuel..Ugh.The choke control is the same as this one .The one thing that does not look stock on choke lever rod is how it connects to the lever.It has two nuts spaced apart to connect it to the lever Assyrian.Do you know how this should connect from factory.There is what appears to be remnants of a plastic adjusting knob on top of the rod.Any help would be appreciated.
Sorry You will have to google the exact one :-(
I have the same Merry tiller Custom. 1977 model it has a 4Hp Tecumseh engine . and the tines are round bars (works well) I paid $75 bucks for it 20 yrs ago and it still runs great has tackled many jobs and never let me down just bought new belt and carb kit for it .and it also needs new foot seals but for almost 40 yrs old that's ok with me
+1995dresser This one needs a minor valve grind now as it is hard to start still
Hi Bruce. Engine is fixed and working perfect! Didn't do much.. just cleaned carburettor again and i connected properly that metal pipe which connects from carburettor to the valve cover. ( I guess that was the problem)?
good for you you did it.
It only takes one tiny piece of dirt.
Yep, a clean gas tank surely makes or breaks that style engine. I was always confused on some of those pulsa jet carbs cuz one of the fuel tubes sometimes had a check valve in it. I would guess that the long tube that drags the fuel up to the secondary tank would be the one that has the check valve to be sure gas didn't just run back down into the main tank compartment causing the carb to "loose its prime" and be hard to start. Perhaps that piece of paper/plastic the owner had under the fuel cap was partially to blame as well if he tried to run the engine with that in place, the cap vent would be plugged. In any event, those are great engines, Briggs at its best.
+kramden He just uses that plastic for storing. But it did come back for a valve grind video coming.
Enjoy your videos greatly. I have a 86 5HP on a MTD tiller that I have looked near and far and have been unable to find one video on the one I have. It's a horizonal shaft. I can't find anything that shows the linkage configuration that mine has.
It can be tough. sorry I can' help. It sounds like it has a reverse too.
@@BrucesShop Yes sir, it has reverse. Thanks anyway.
I also have an antique tiller. It starts and runs great but only when not bouncing around. When I go to till it cuts out bad to were it almost dies. Any thoughts
I would check all the bolts around the gas tank and carburettor including the 5 that hold the carb down. Not much help but it is a start for you.
Loved the video thanks for the tips I am having problems with my 3 hp craftsman tiller, it is an older model starts well but loses power when i engage the tiller tines any suggestions on what might be the issue ?thanks
I would think it is a carb issue. The carb needs cleaning as something in there is slowing down fuel flow.
@@BrucesShop thank you for responding, going to give the carb a good cleaning.
great repair bruce 👍 i have engine just like but a 5 hp width the same carb on it. but the engine won’t run. it starts very hard and then dies. and it will not take rpms. i had the carb cleaned in an ultra sonic cleaner and new gaskets on it. when i try to start the engine it will backfire through the carb and a lot of bangs to. do i have a blown head gasket ???
I think you should check the flywheel key. Remove the rewind and the cup and check the position of the flywheel key to the groove.
Bruce Pender allright. will try that first. 😉👍
Hey Bruce !! you are a genius. it was the flywheel key that was sheared in half 👎 but luckely i had a spare one. the engine pures like a kitten now. 👍👍👍
Done that plenty of time with the spark plug or with the kill switch set to off.. then fix problem and fires right up
Exactly
Thumbs up boi
Great video but how do u know how to fix these...books or did u do a course?
I am self taught. Thanks for the nice comment
Bruce, what engine oil do you recommend for that engine? Thank you!!
Ok 30W non detergent is what the experts say. I use an inexpensive 10W/30 My main Lawn mower lasted 28 years using 10W/30 on a big yard, when I sold it and it was running.
Hi very instructive video. I have dismantled the pulsa jet carb (out of a B&S 5HP engine on a generator) , cleaned all passage, changed pump's mambrane and tank gasket. After reinstalling, can start engine but it is not easy (sometimes need to add starting fluid in it thru air breather with air filter removed). When engine run, it run rough only at idle. I have tried to increase tension on governor'spring without any difference on running speed. Any idea why this is hapening? Thanks
The long tube that goes down into the tank may still be plugged. I know it is a pain to remove but you may be able to take that little door off where the diaphragm is and shoot some carb spray into each hole at 7:43. We hope to hear a gargling sound in the tank. that should help. Will it run on choke or 1/2 choke. that tells you you need more fuel . Have you cleaned the removable jet at 6:49. I have to ask. Good luck. Sorry i was rambling there. Good luck.
@@BrucesShop Thanks for your quick reply. I have tried both of your suggestions. It is now easier to start the engine but it still run rough. I have tried to adjust the needle (in/out) for the main removable jet but unable to get the engine to speed-up. Do you think the main jet could be the problem?
@@BrucesShop Hi Bruce, another question concerning the lack of rev up on my engine and rough running at idle, could this be due to wrong valve adjustment (either too losse or tight)? Thanks
Great video Bruce. Do you happen to remember how the drive belt is routed? I have one in and the drive belt turned to dust as soon as I touched it. Got a replacement belt but not sure how to route it. Thanks.
If the pulley is flat it goes on the flat side of the belt as in an idler puller. The v portion does into the v part of the pulley. That may sound non helpful but when you look and see the idler pulley it will be flat and that is the one where the flat side of the belt goes around. Good luck
@@BrucesShop Thanks for replying Bruce, appreciate it.
I've had another look at mine and I thought I had routed the belt correctly but now when I pull the engine over to start, the drive belt is engaged and it tries to bound off. I've tried dropping the pulley down a bit so it's not touching the belt at all and still it tries to run away from me lol.
Any ideas what I could be doing wrong? Does the pulley need to be up against the belt tight (pushing it upwards) to keep it "away" from the drive shaft and thus not engaged?
Edit: all sorted now. It was the wrong sized belt. The correct one for the benefit of others is A48: 13x 1220
Hey bruce i hav a 5 HP briggs motor from a tiller when i start IT and turn IT of IT wont start without using the choke do you now what problem IT is
+Lucas Hägg I would clean the carb first.
+Lucas Hägg It sound like it is running lean and the choke make is rich enough to run.
is that engine working with petrol mixed with oil?
thanks
No it is a 4 stroke.
I cleaned the carb on the same engine just as good, still isnt getting fuel. Any advice? Has good spark and compression
Yes You may have to take it apart and clean the tubes going into the tank.
Bruce Pender I did that, I removed the tubes from the carb and soaked them separately (because the rubber would melt in my carb soaker) and cleaned both sides of the little mesh filters. Cleaned and blew out the tube to make sure they werent blocked. I soaked the tank in rust dissolver and gas and cleaned is reeeally good too. I just dont get it
Mr. Bruce, I have an earlier model that this one. It’s a craftsman 5hp 17”. I’ve been working on for the last couple of weeks and actually went and bought the carb rebuild kit last week. It ran for a minute and was able to till a couple of small rows. I’m ready to set this sucker on fire! I have one again taken the tank off cleaned the carb thinking there might be some small piece of trash that got in there, and put it back together. Still will not run! It’s acting like it’s not getting gas. I have primed the carb with enough gas to fill the small bowl that is in the tank. Still no luck! Any help?
I hate to ask. Did you take a very good look into the tank for rust or other bad things.
Bruce Pender yes it was rusted a bit. I put some nuts, bolts, as well as some washers to bang them around. After that I cleaned it out. Have taken it apart, tank and carb since then to double check to see if any crude has gotten through. Still having the same issue!
Even the spring for the fuel pump looked good.
Brice I need some help please! I’m working in a craftsman rototiller with a Briggs 5hp motor. I went completely through the carb cleaned and reinstalled, new spark plug, new fuel, new air filter and it starts up fine. Once you engage the tones it dies not sure what’s going on help please.
If the carb has an adjustment on the bottom I would fist turn the main screw counterclockwise a bit It may be starving for fuel. Is it that old?
@@BrucesShop Not too old! I notice if I tip the tiller up it dies also so strange. It will dig for a bit but dies also pops I guess backfires some. What should the compression be in a 5HP Briggs? Thanks for all your help.
@@BrucesShop Its the same engine Donyboy is working on in this video. ruclips.net/video/krrlulkQJmM/видео.html
@@BrucesShop If I put it in reverse it will die once I engage the tines without even being in the dirt it doesnt like reverse at all! This thing is driving me crazy but I guess this is part of paying your dues as a new small engine mechanic.
Hey Bruce can you do a video when you blow snow with your John deere snowblower
+Lucas Hägg Hey Lucas here is a video (3 years old) of one of the first times I used the snow blower after the rebuild. The action starts at about 1:24 in ruclips.net/video/QkC1SkPXIGw/видео.html
good job help me out big time on my one desmond form ireland
That is great. Thanks for letting me know.
Have you come up on anything to get the odor of gas off of your hands. I’ve tried soap and water. My wife is not a fan of the odor.
I wash with disp soap and water right away after i get the gas on my hands
A mechanic buddy of mine showed me an excellent trick for this, in my experience no matter how much you scrub or what kind of cleaner from Dawn to Goop to FastOrange, none of it ever gets rid of the smell of gasoline on the skin! Just pour some salt on your hands, bulk table salt works excellent and it's really cheap too.
hi Bruce I've got the same engine. recently I serviced it and I change all gaskets. I cleaned carbon from piston and valves etc. I start the engine but it looks like it doesn't have the power to move the metal frame (Rotovator). it starts and then after a minute about the engine fails. I think it has something to do with the carburetor?? please help! I am about to set it on fire!
Have you adjusted the screw on the bottom of the carburetor bowl to approximately 1 1/2 turns out then tune it from there?
Yes Bruce I have done that. But as soon as I start rotovating it cuts off. I am wondering if I have to change that adjusting screw with valve that is inside?
Did you clean the other screw for the idle circuit. It is on the other side of the carb. Watch it there is a rubber o ring in there.
No I haven't done that Bruce.
to be honest I didn't see it. I will look at it tomorrow as I abandoned the whole machine at the field.
Ok There is also a diaphragm in behind that little door (4 little screws) 5:01 in the video . The diaphragms are cheap but you may need one. Best of luck. Take some pictures of it before you take it apart.
I'm going on hearsay, but someone told me that the only difference in that 4hp.and a 5hp is the head,(which I save for swapping to my 5's) and the intake valve's diameter.Could be....
I am not sure if the head is different. The carbs have slightly larger orifices. But they are all so different but still the same eh1!!
Best video out there help with my 69 Briggs and Stratton 👍👍👍👍👍👍
I trust you got it?
You took the belt off and placed it right where you would be standing and walking ??
This is a 5 year old video
Well I understand. However, you are not watching a Steven Spielberg production. I went to your channel and noticed you have not made any videos. So, I will make you a deal!!! I will make sure I improve my videos and at the same time I want you to make one video of something you like. I will watch it and enjoy your effort. This is a very difficult thing to do on a budget as there is only one person producing the entertainment. There is no one else doing this. Including----- Ideas, Filming, Production and Editing, Sound and Lighting. I hope you enjoy my other productions and I truly want you to enjoy my other videos.
Bruce Pender
A Retired Guy Making Videos.
I bet this tiller has been used very little over the years. I don’t have the confidence to not take the carb off, take it completely apart, clean with spray, blow it off with air compressor and put it back together and on.
you said "I don’t have the confidence to not take the carb off". That is a bit confusing as I am not sure if you are talking about a machine you have or this one. It is a double negative. just fun!!
I have not figured out how to reply to emails on RUclips. I think you have to have the app to do it. What I am saying is this. I feel like if I don not take the carb off and completely go through it, it won’t turn out right and run well. I have only been working on small engines and really learning some stuff the last two years. I have always like to learn how things work, diagnosing problems, and finding solutions. I thank you very much for your videos and the personal touch you give by replying. It is unusual and refreshing. You are a good man. Merry Christmas!!!
In term of small engine repairs, it's Bruce Almighty!
Well I am not sure LOL
I have that engine. Mine starts fine, but after running for a minute, it overspeeds and dies.
It sounds like 2 issues. Cleaning the carbs may help
Don't you check the oil before pulling the cord ? Made by Clayton Merry in Wash USA.
blueticecho Yes I did that before the video. Thanks for the comment thought I will include that next.Bruce
Don't run with muffler off. Can mess up valve stem & seat.
It won't hurt it for a few minutes. + these old motors see a lots worse that that. !/2 of them run with blown mufflers
"Muskie 1" Will It Run?
LOL. I wish I had the subs like him.
save me money thank lad
Thanks for watching
Insulated screwdrivers tools from past electrical career I’d say.
Well yes plus they have a straight shank i bought them for the small engine hobby
Why are 4 horses so rare
Most are 5 HP