QuestionJohn, You have helped me in the past, so I thought I would turn to you again with a question. I have a 12 yr. old Craftsman 5 hp push mower model 917.386220. I have replaced the carb fuel inlet needle and seat but ended up needing to install a fuel cut off valve due to leaking fuel out of the carb bowl and exhaust when the lawn mower was stored during the week (the fuel cut off valve solved the problem). I used the mower all last season without problem, but this year the mower lacks power, or rpm speed and when I switch the valve between the turtle and rabbit icons it does not change the rpm. Is there a way to get a bit more rpm out of this engine so that it will cut grass? As always, your help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
AnswerHello Joal:
>>Thanks for coming back. I am Glad I was Able to Assist you Earlier.
>>The Breakdown of this Mower Shows a Model #143.965002 Tecumseh Engine Mounted onto this Unit.
>>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 143.965002. Then Select your Model and Download the File for Online Viewing.
>>Does the Governor Arm Move Freely?
>>Can you rev the Engine Using your Finger on the Governor Control Arm?
>>From your Description it Sounds like the Throttle Control Valve is Not Moving or there may be a Restriction in the Muffler.
>>Remove the Muffler and Operate the Unit. If it Operates Correctly, then
>>Replace the Muffler.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
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John
