Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): flushing gas out of crankcase, briggs and stratton, crankcase


Question
Briggs and stratton engine has electrific stop valve in carb. and it stuck open and flooded crankcase. How many times should I drain and change oil and filter before using.

Answer
I like to change the oil a couple of times, using the same filter.  On the final refill, the third oil fill, I replace the filter.

Make sure you check the carb inlet needle, seat and float or install in inline fuel shut-off valve to make sure gas does not leak into the crankcase again.

Eric