Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 8 hp Grand Prix Tecumseh

Question
QUESTION: Follow up to orig.question.Can't get any throttle speed without "barking" thru muffler and stalling.Did carb but I thought it ran better but it really isn't.Seems to idle reasonable but need more speed to throw snow.Am I looking at internal problems?Thanks,Terry Price.

ANSWER: Did you download the service manual and check the carburetor linkage connections to see if they are correct?

I need the engine model and spec number to give a better answer but I doubt there is any internal damage unless you have messed with the governor.

Let me know the engine model and spec numbers.
Eric

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QUESTION: I downloaded manual and as far as I can tell linkage seems ok .Info that I could get off motor is HM80-155132H, and then I think it was Serial number but could not read it.When you say messed with governor, do you mean other than the adjustable arm?I ask this because before I contacted you I watched a video about adjusting the arm, but changing position of it did not change anything.I know it can't be easy trying to determine what is wrong when you don't have the machine in front of you, but I do appreciate any help that you are able to give.Thanks,Terry Price

Answer
Manual URL:

http://www.smallenginesuppliers.com/html/engine-specs/tecumseh/Tecumseh_L-Head_E

Per page 27 of the engine repair manual:

GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT
With the engine stopped, loosen the screw holding the governor clamp on the governor lever. Rotate the clamp in a direction that will force the throttle shaft open and allow the governor follower arm to rest on the governor spool. Push the governor lever connected to the throttle
to the wide open throttle position. Hold the lever and clamp in this position while tightening the screw (diag.7).

Does your governor arm look similar to the one is this video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zm3Rwt85nM4

Let me know.
Eric