Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): needle/seat replacement for Intek B&S, intek, engine specs


Question
How do I replace the needle/seat in the Intek 6.5 HP carb?  I've got the carb out - and holding the float.  Does the pin on the float come out? Does that open up the old needle/seat to be replaced?

Thanks..

Answer
Yes, the float pin comes out.  Some float pins only come out in one direction, or at least it seems.  Just tap on the float pin lightly until it starts to move.  Tap one direction, if it's tight, try tapping the other direction.

The links below may not cover your specific but one link (Tecumseh) covers replacing the inlet needle and seat.  Many Briggs carbs just use an inlet needle with a Viton tip and the seat usually does not require replacement.  One of the links should help.

http://bgsengineclinic.com/brochures/276781SingleCylinderOHV.pdf

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

Eric