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About 10 year old mower. Always been maintained well. This Has happened 2 other times nowt this year. First 2 times was a hotstart… and then after it sat and cooled down it ran perfectly fine. Today was the first time it did it in a cold start. Sounds like it is running on 1 cylinder. And it’s time to look into it. What confused me is why it only happens once in a while and then will run like a champ with 0 issues. Won’t ramp up just smokes a bunch and low idle. Posting here to see what anyone has to say or experiences before I start tearing stuff apart.

I’m new to carburetors work. I rebuilt this carb in a vintage go kart I got for MIL. Can anyone tell me why this is happening?

This is running 2 condensers and has me confused. I want to pull it all out and start over. Coil, points and condensers are new. I can go to the barn this afternoon and show how both are hooked up.

It definitely still welds fine but want it purring

Hi all

I bought a 2005 HRH stunning condition (very cheap) runs but no blade action, was told the clutch was gone which it is but turns out the crankshaft is also bent so obviously the previous owner has hit hard lump and broken it without telling me

The 2nd picture is the engine code from the HRH GXV160 the 3rd picture is a scrap engine that didnt turn from a lawnflite 553HRS etc etc that ive had for a while, the crankshaft should be compatible? Correct me if im wrong

So

Ive assembled the engine with the new old crank, piston right direction and everything but it does not turn so maybe there is also something wrong with this crankshaft it might be bent as well unless im doing it wrong

Im hoping to come across another broken honda GXV160 to nick the crank from it but for now can anyone tell me where I can find a compatible crank for it, doesnt have to be original just has to work, and any brands to avoid will be much appreciated

Thanks for reading - Chris

snapped the plunger for the powerjet off with a light touch. How can I remedy this? Not much info online. Do I need to change jetting if I put a set screw in its place?

Honda GX 240. Looks to be original engine on 1988 MEY cylinder mower.

Problem is when i try to order parts i don’t know which model to pick. Example of how they are listed on website is like this:

GX240 K1 HA2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 HAQ (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 LX2/A (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-4400001 - GC04-9999999)
GX240 K1 LX2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 PA (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 PA2/A (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-4400001 - GC04-9999999)
GX240 K1 PA2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 PAE (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 PMT2/A (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-4400001 - GC04-9999999)
GX240 K1 PMT2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 QA2/A (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-4400001 - GC04-9999999)
GX240 K1 QA2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 QAB2/A (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-4400001 - GC04-9999999)
GX240 K1 QAB2 (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)
GX240 K1 QAE (GC04) - Honda Engine, Made in Japan (SN: GC04-3000001 - GC04-4399999)

Ect ect. There is never a model listed on the sites i use that matched my serial number. Can anyone please clairfy my stupidity.

Cheers gents

Hi all, I’ve got an Echo PE 225 stick edger that has run great for the past 12 years, but recently it will start and run at a very high RPM and then die within 30-60 seconds. So far I have replaced the carburetor, spark plug, fuel lines, and air filter. I also took apart the exhaust to check the spark screen - looked clean. After all that, I’m having the same issue. Anyone have any ideas on what might be causing this? Thank you!

as a first timer restorer , what are some tips you guys can give me ?

My Westinghouse iGen4500 inverter generator (224cc OHV single) won’t start, possibly seized. Unit’s got about 3,000 hours on it, so it’s well used. Pulled the valve cover to check the top end; pic attached.

Questions:
1. Fixable? You can see both rocker arms, the right side has some serious issues. I'm just wondering if I'm looking at a head replacement. I'm about to dissassemble to see how far the damage goes.

2. What engine is this really? Sold as a “Westinghouse engine” but it’s clearly a Honda GX-pattern Chinese clone. Rockers are cast “JXF.” Westinghouse only publishes “224cc” — no bore/stroke and no head-bolt torque anywhere I can find. Anyone know the actual OEM/clone family, and the head-bolt torque + sequence for it? I’ve got valve lash from the manual (0.08–0.12mm intake / 0.13–0.17mm exhaust); just can’t source the torque spec.

Thanks in advance — appreciate any ID from the casting marks.

Does anybody know what type of main jet this is? Can’t find it anywhere on the web. Its for a 50cc Keeway scooter (Keeway X-Blade 50cc 2018). Engine type: 1E40QMB-4. Carburetor brand is Leader.

Can anyone help me, currently my RPM at idle is 3,000-4000k I don’t know why. Idk what to miss with first my mix screws or my governed. I bent the tab on my plate and tried adjusting but it didn’t change anything.

Muarry 2003
Model: 425001X8
31c700 engine

WOUld anyone have any ideas or recomendations for a diagnoses on this issue:

Battery is charged

Fuel is getting to the carb

It starts but does not run with ether

(I thought I took the gas tank cap off and the same no start)

SOlenoid moves when I turn the key as i watched it

I attempted to clean out the carb but I'm a first timer so...?/

I’m restoring this old 4 HP Briggs & Stratton engine that picked up for dirt cheap. After taking a closer look at the cylinder wall, I noticed this scratch. My fingernail barely catches on it.

Would I be able to get away with a light hone and new rings, or does this need to be bored oversize? I’d appreciate input from anyone who knows a thing or two, as this is my first small engine rebuild.

Just got this pressure washer running after it sat for two years. Had to disassemble the carb and clean it out (main jet was clogged). While I’m not scared to get my hands dirty and tinker, I’m no engine expert. To me it sounds like something isn’t running exactly right so I want to get some opinions on what needs changed.

Hello all. I acquired a pressure washer with a Honda GCV160. It hadn't ran in many years so I replaced the carb and changed the oil and plug and all that. For whatever reason the butterfly valve on the side mounted to the engine is only stays closed when running. You can see me fiddling with it before starting it. Before starting it the valve stays opened, then when starting it the valve closes and stays closed. What is going on you think?