Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman Eager-1 engine, craftsman eager 1, eager 1 engine

Question
Hi John. This was part of your answer for Craftsman 4.5 Eager-1 engine that had been sitting for 5 years. "If when the Engine Shuts Off; You have Fire at the Plug. Then Remove the Carburator and Soak it Overnight in Cleaning Solution."

I have the same problem - I can smell the varnish. My question is what is a good cleaning solution to soak it in overnight. Is gas ok?

Thanks again, Lewis

Answer
Hello Lewis:

>>Sorry for the Delay. I have been Unable to Answer Questions Due to Health Issues. Thanks for Understanding.
>>The Following Links Provide Good Directions on Cleaning the Carburetor.  Make sure you use an Compressed Air to blow through all the Carburetor Passages to make sure they are Clean.  1- http://www.repairfaq.org/samnew/lmfaq/lmclctc.htm   2- http://www.cpdonline.com/692509.pdf
>>I use Gunk carburetor Cleaner.
>>It Cost Approximately $35.00 @ Gallon, but is the Best Carburetor Cleaner I have used to Date.
>>Gas will Not Cut the Varnish out of the Carburetor. Been there and Done that. Doesn't Work Properly.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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John