Miscellaneous Technical Notes
by
Al Eden
Briggs & Stratton Master Service Technician,
Kohler Dealer, and Tecumseh Premier Dealer
Electrical
Systems: A series of articles that explain operation and
troubleshooting of common garden tractor electrical systems.
Briggs Carb Leaks: This article deals with
repairing leaking Flo-Jet Carbs that were used on the 10-16HP cast-iron,
horizontal crankshaft Briggs & Stratton engines. These engines were used
in Simplicity Landlords, Sovereigns and Barons through the 7000 series.
Sticking Trans: This article deals with freeing
a Simplicity 3-speed transmission that is stuck in gear or between two gears.
Crankcase Vacuum:
This article describes crankcase vacuum and how to easily make a manometer to
measure it.
More articles coming soon...