Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): honda gx200, honda gx200, vise grips


Question
I have a honda gx200 pressure washer that starts and runs then quits will restart but then dies again after a few minutes. I have replaced coil thinking it was getting hot. have removed carb and cleaned, even unhooked the oil level sensor and shut off switch just incase they could have been bad. running out of ideas please help

Answer
As soon as it dies, check for spark.  Also, if you have a fuel shut-off, shut it off immediately or put some Vise-Grips on the fuel line.  The pull the bowl off the carburetor and see if there's any gas in it.

Let me know what you find, thanks, PK.