Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): B&S GTS5 6hp sputters, air gap, steel surfaces

Question
The 6hp B&S GTS5 engine I have on my Toro selfpropelled sputters and runs very rough and sporatic.A mouse built a nest under the blower housing and I believe caused the coil steel plates to rust.I lightly sanded the coil steel surfaces but didn't readjust the air gap.The carb. boss where the main jet screws into has a notch.Does that have to lineup with the brass jet port.Model #12H802-1758-E1 code 98051556

Answer
Hello Herb:

Ok. Please go to this Site Addy; You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM and Enter the Model Numbers. Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View. Now Locate the Components you are Asking About and Direct me to them, Please. Thank you. I Use the Breakdowns for a Reference to Make Sure I Under the Questions. From your Description, it Sounds like the Carburetor Requires a Good Soak and Cleaning in Carburetor Cleaner. Thanks.

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John

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John