How to replace a pull cord on a 3.5 hp tecumseh engine

How to replace a pull cord on a 3.5 hp tecumseh engine how to#
How to replace a pull cord on a 3.5 hp tecumseh engine free#

Neighbor said it's been that way for a while and once in a while she can get it to start, then it runs just fine. The starter rope is very difficult to pull and jerks back out of my hand in most cases. I've just encountered a problem, though, that I don't see an answer to so far in similar posts: Not sure if I am still diagnosing or fixing and I'm in unchartered territory for ME.Hello Everyone- I've been using this forum as just a visitor for a few months and have found it to be VERY helpful. I do not want to proceed any further until I get some responses. I'm not sure if this is expected or if this is indicative of 'a' problem or 'the' problem. I can move it, but it rattles when I do so. Someone above mentioned that this is expected. The square peg (rotor?) turns counterclockwise (left), but not clockwise (right). Now I am looking at the motor and rotor with the metal screen covering it with two screws (sorry, still haven't found the numbers on the engine itself). I can blow this out with compressed air and clean it up. It does not retrach (I assume this is correct since it is not longer attached. The metal cover with the plastic spool for the rope as well as the oil fill and dipstick have been removed.

How to replace a pull cord on a 3.5 hp tecumseh engine how to#

Friend instructed me how to remove the metal housing now that the plastic cover is removed. I talked to a friend who is knowlegeable and thought it might be the clutch. If you don't want to do that, respond back and I'll walk you through replacing the spring. If you have never serviced one, you may well be better off taking it to a shop to be repaired. You will now have the rewind starter off. 4- You now have three bolts holding the blower shroud/rewind starter to the engine - remove these 3 bolts (using a 3/8' socket). 3- There will be two small screws holding the oil fill tube to the blower housing - remove these two screws (using a 1/4' socket), leaving the tube in place. If there is one it will be located just to the left of the fuel cap - remove this ( using a 5/16' socket), trying your best not to disturb the position of the clamp on the cable. 2- There may or may not be a throttle cable clamp you will have to remove (depending on whether or not you have a fixed speed carburetor). 1- remove the plastic shroud (cover) from the engine (apparently you already have). I do know by way of the #'s you did supply that you have a Briggs Classic engine. they will be stamped into the blower housing (which is what I will now walk you through, removing). Also, the model # you provided is the frame #'s, for engine parts and service you will need engine #'s. I'll start by answering your questions one at a time, but first, heed Sharp's advice about safety. 'Accurate Power Equipment Company.' Small Engine Diagnostics Services & Repair.ДЇ & Highly Proficient Services.

Web Site Host, Forums Monitor and Multiple Topics Moderator. Have additional questions or need to post an update, well you known the method. Take the entire started assembly to any local small engine shop nearby you and listed in the phone book.ДЄ small fee can have it fixed professionally. If the problem is more severe than above, two choices. Once freed, spray a light weight oil or lube under the pulley and work the rope in and out.

How to replace a pull cord on a 3.5 hp tecumseh engine free#

Spray some WD 40 or like cleaner between the pulley and the starter housing while pulling on the rope.Дoing so is likely to flush out any dirt and or debris and free the pulley. If the pulley is simply dirty beneath it, cleaning under it without removal is possible. If the rope is sticking out and will not retract, is not jammed and in reasonably good condition, the pulley may simply be dirty under it. Not much details noted but if the rope is only jammed, you may be able to unjam it so it can retract. Inside it you'll see a pulley with the rope around it. The spring is not likely to have come out of it's housing. The recoiled spring under the starter housing cover can pose a danger. What needs to be mentioned has already been mentioned. Much depends on to what extent the problem is. Your question is both asked as take it to the shop or diy.