Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 407777 briggs 20 hp twin, hole life, appropriate boxes

Question
Ok lets start with governor broke so I replaced it and it blew it apart again.So I got another made sure clip would not come of it feels like its together but governor won't work at all.Had it running last night can not feel the governor trying to work at all if I still had hair I would pull it out can you HELP?this engine just revs high I can't see anything wrong.I've rebuilt and repaired engines my hole life but this ones not good.Thanks Gordy

Answer
Hello Gordon:

Are you Sure the Governor Shaft is Resting on the Governor Properly? If Yes, then **To Reset the Governor; Loosen the Governor Arm Bolt and Turn the Governor Shaft Clockwise Until it Stops. Using the Governor Arm Hold the Carburetor to Full Throttle. Now with the Shaft Full Clockwise and the Governor Arm and Carburetor Held at Full Throttle, Tighten the Governor Arm Bolt. If the Engine Still Runs Full Throttle, then Reverse the Rotation of the Governor Shaft, but Still Hold the Carburetor at Full Throttle with the Governor Arm. If it Still Runs at Full Throttle, then Check the Internal Governor.** You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Unit at this Site Addy; http://www.briggsandstratton.com/maint_repair/manual_and_more/doclist.aspx?categ... and Enter the Model Numbers (XXXXXX) and Type Numbers (XXXX) in the Appropriate Boxes and Click GO. 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. Thanks.

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John

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John