Briggs and Stratton Common Valve Cover Oil leak with Hondabond HT

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Hondabond HT
Troy Bilt Bronco 42 Lawn Tractor
Model 13AL78BS023
Serial 1K308810309
Briggs and Stratton
33R877 0008 G1
Serial 181120ZD
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[@iyervikas81]

I bought some aftermarket gaskets from eBay as they were pretty cheap. Held up for 6 months before I started noticing the leaks again. I will try hondabond this time. That thing is made for v6 engines so I am pretty sure it will work for this small engine. Thanks for the tip 👍

[@RealManSkills]

Thanks for watching!

[@davecagle5480]

What would be the labor cost on a job like that?

[@petepeabody8905]

Using those clear plastic applicators wastes so much product that can never be used. I personally just squeeze directly out of the tube and apply to the valve cover itself. Never failed me yet. No waste and easy job

[@RealManSkills]

Thanks for the input!

[@davecoon3328]

I have the same problem except my mower has ran low on oil and now will no longer start what’s wrong with it

[@camry3395]

If the gasket is no good and there is oil in the valve cover and on the valves can that cause the mower to not start? Is there suppose to be some oil in the valve cover and on the valves?

[@RealManSkills]

You need oil on those valves. That is what keeps everything moving smoothly.

[@garywellings-kt6ef]

Did you say spray with brake cleaner. Hadn't heard of that product,wondering if a little alcohol on a wipe would do the trick so the glue has to stick.

[@RealManSkills]

Brake cleaner is a solvent that evaporates quickly. As the name suggests, it is used to clean brake parts. Mostly, new brake rotors. It cleans the factory grease and oil off the rotors and leaves a clean, non-slippery surface. Because obviously, you don't want the brake pads to slip.

[@Theultrazombiekiller]

I bought mine brand new and it leaked after 4 months of use.

[@RealManSkills]

Sounds typical.