Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): enduro xl tecumseh 13.5 hp ohv ov358ea, twin cylinder engines, steering wheel puller

Question
starter motor back firing kick back

Answer
Hello Heidi:

On the OHV Engines there are 2 Common Causes for this. 1- The Valve Clearance Needs to be Reset. 2- The Flywheel Key is Damaged. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.outdoordistributors.com/ and Select the T. Then Select Tecumseh. Then Select Don't have Part Numbers. Then Enter the Model Numbers. Then Select your Model and Download the File for Online Viewing. 1a- Valve Setting; I Do Not Use the Setting Called for by the OEMs. I have Found that the Following Works Best. Remove the Valve Cover (on the Dead Cylinder for Twin Cylinder Engines). Set the Cylinder you are Setting the Valves on to Top Dead Center When Setting the Valve Clearance. Now Loosen the Valve Adjuster Locks and Set the Intake Valve Clearance to .003in -.005in and the Exhaust to .008in - .010in. I have had Better Performance Out of the Mowers and Less Burnt Valves Using these Settings. 2a- Flywheel Key Inspect/Replace; Remove the Blower Housing (metal engine cover). Remove the Flywheel Nut or Starter Cup (Depends on the Model). Now Attach a Steering Wheel Puller to the Flywheel Using the Threaded Holes in the Flywheel. Tighten the Puller. Now Hit the Puller with a Hammer. Repeat this Procedure Until the Flywheel Pops Up or can be Lifted Off the Crankshaft. Now you can Inspect/Replace the Flywheel Key. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

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John

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John