Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 18.5 briggs & stratton, replacing a head gasket, briggs and stratton

Question
QUESTION: I am replacing a head gasket and I have forgot to mark which of the push rods goes on top. I have one solid and one that feels like alum. Thanks for your Help.

ANSWER: Hello David:

>>The Steel Push Tube goes in the Exhaust Port and the Aluminum Push Tube goes in the Intake Port.
>>Usually the Intake Port is on Top.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am 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


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QUESTION: What is the correct torqe for tighting the bolts on the head for a 18.5 briggs and stratton motor. Thanks I am replacing the head gasket.

Answer
Hello Again David:

>>You can Locate the Correct Specifications (torque specs, valve specs, ect) for this Engine at this Site Addy; http://outdoorpowerinfo.com/engine_specs/ and Select your Engines OEM and the Specification Chart you Require.
>>As Always, if you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am 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

PS: I am Allowed to Answer 5 Questions a Day. If you See I am Maxxed Out, then Try Submitting your Question at or Just After 8pm EST (US). My New Day Starts then. Comments and Ratings are Greatly Appreciated. Thanks.

Respectfully

John