Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): briggs/stratten will not turn over when warm, vapor lock, intek


Question
have a b/s 18 hp intek. when cold it fires up perfect. after running for say ten minutes and shut down, will not turn over. thought maybe a vapor lock? or compression problem. switched out parts with a newer 18 hp intek. starter did the same thing. jumped solinoid still would not turn motor over. put new battery in . same thing. but always after cooling down for 20 min or so, will turn right over. forgot to mention during this problem if I take the spark plug out, it will turn right over. help!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

Answer
 Hello Wayne:

 Did you Change the Starter? I have had Mowers that would do as you Described and the Starter was Binding when Hot. Send me the Model, Type and Code Numbers Off of the Engine, Please. With these Numbers I can View a Breakdown of the Engine and Better Assist you. I am here if you Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me know what Happens, Please. I enjoy knowing the Outcome. Thanks.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John