How do i clean valves on my 8hp briggs engine?
Q. How do i clean valves on my 8hp briggs engine?
Asked by dom - Fri Mar 13 16:27:43 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Start mixing a valve cleaner in with your fuel. You can get it at any auto parts store. Remember that it's formulated for a car's tank size so use only a fraction with each tank. Use premium gas only. It will take a while but it will slowly burn the crud off the valves.
Answered by Eddie P - Fri Mar 13 17:09:05 2009
Q. How do i clean valves on my 8hp briggs engine?
Asked by dom - Fri Mar 13 16:27:43 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Start mixing a valve cleaner in with your fuel. You can get it at any auto parts store. Remember that it's formulated for a car's tank size so use only a fraction with each tank. Use premium gas only. It will take a while but it will slowly burn the crud off the valves.
Answered by Eddie P - Fri Mar 13 17:09:05 2009
how much should i charge for a 8hp briggs and stratton?
Q. I have a briggs and stratton has some dirt on it missing a small bolt starts first pull how much should i charge someone for this?
Asked by Jayson Herlth - Thu Aug 19 15:46:28 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. clean it up, replace the bolt and then you will get the best price, start a little high and you can negotiate from there. Hard to put a actual value on it, If someone need it bad that would be a big plus.
Answered by R-UNuts - Thu Aug 19 15:56:34 2010
Q. I have a briggs and stratton has some dirt on it missing a small bolt starts first pull how much should i charge someone for this?
Asked by Jayson Herlth - Thu Aug 19 15:46:28 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. clean it up, replace the bolt and then you will get the best price, start a little high and you can negotiate from there. Hard to put a actual value on it, If someone need it bad that would be a big plus.
Answered by R-UNuts - Thu Aug 19 15:56:34 2010
Problem with an 8HP Briggs and Stratton Engine?
Q. Our riding lawn mower has been out of service for a few years. I recently took apart the engine and found the head gasket was broken and pieces were missing, so i assumed this was the problem. I replaced the head gasket, spark plug, changed the oil. When i try to start it, it wont turn over than it gets a winding out noise without the enging turning. And then it starts rapidly clicking. Could this be a starter issue? Any Ideas?
Asked by blueyedwakeboarder - Mon Apr 28 12:11:07 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds like a low battery.. You can use jumper cables directly to the starter if your careful. Or to the weak battery. Also check the pinion gear on top of the starter, they are plastic and get worn. They are easy to replace and cost about $5.00
Answered by renpen - Mon Apr 28 12:19:03 2008
Q. Our riding lawn mower has been out of service for a few years. I recently took apart the engine and found the head gasket was broken and pieces were missing, so i assumed this was the problem. I replaced the head gasket, spark plug, changed the oil. When i try to start it, it wont turn over than it gets a winding out noise without the enging turning. And then it starts rapidly clicking. Could this be a starter issue? Any Ideas?
Asked by blueyedwakeboarder - Mon Apr 28 12:11:07 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sounds like a low battery.. You can use jumper cables directly to the starter if your careful. Or to the weak battery. Also check the pinion gear on top of the starter, they are plastic and get worn. They are easy to replace and cost about $5.00
Answered by renpen - Mon Apr 28 12:19:03 2008
can i weld a clutch onto a 8hp briggs crankshaft since i took the engine from a generator & there's no keyway
Q. The engine was from a generator so there was no clutch. Everyone keeps telling me to get a new engine, but I was wondering if it is safe enough to simply weld the clutch on.
Asked by David G - Mon Dec 24 00:25:35 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I did..heres the pics...
Answered by mdcbert - Mon Dec 24 01:59:52 2007
Q. The engine was from a generator so there was no clutch. Everyone keeps telling me to get a new engine, but I was wondering if it is safe enough to simply weld the clutch on.
Asked by David G - Mon Dec 24 00:25:35 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I did..heres the pics...
Answered by mdcbert - Mon Dec 24 01:59:52 2007
I have an 8hp Briggs and Stratton Motor which blows a large puff of blue smoke when started then its OK?
Q. A few seconds after startup there is no more smoke and the motor runs great. I know this means Im getting oil on my piston but I can't see how. the motor has good compresson its not overfull with oil. Hope someone can help please.
Asked by pecky - Sat May 6 02:22:31 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It sounds like you take care of your mower. Have you inspected your air filter and spark plug?
Answered by NEWBEE1 - Sat May 6 02:29:37 2006
Q. A few seconds after startup there is no more smoke and the motor runs great. I know this means Im getting oil on my piston but I can't see how. the motor has good compresson its not overfull with oil. Hope someone can help please.
Asked by pecky - Sat May 6 02:22:31 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It sounds like you take care of your mower. Have you inspected your air filter and spark plug?
Answered by NEWBEE1 - Sat May 6 02:29:37 2006
what is the setting on the points on a briggs and stratton 8hp motor?
Q. what is the setting on the points on a briggs and stratton 8hp motor?
Asked by lowvane - Wed Sep 26 07:40:30 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. .020" should work ok. I forget if it's Briggs or Tecumseh that has the aluminum cover over the points which is also designed with a little tab for setting the points.
Answered by doane_nut - Wed Sep 26 07:46:26 2007
Q. what is the setting on the points on a briggs and stratton 8hp motor?
Asked by lowvane - Wed Sep 26 07:40:30 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. .020" should work ok. I forget if it's Briggs or Tecumseh that has the aluminum cover over the points which is also designed with a little tab for setting the points.
Answered by doane_nut - Wed Sep 26 07:46:26 2007
Any1 know how fast a 7.5-8hp Briggs and Stratton Horizontal Motor would go? Im looking into building a gokart.?
Q. If it helps here is the exact motor!
Asked by JK - Sat Apr 11 23:24:33 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. that engines heavy and good for a bigger cart but a little much for a very small one. they can run about 4000 rpm or so before the valves hold them back as i remember. if you want a small kart id use a 5.5-6.5 intek briggs or a gx160-200 honda. the honda 160 is good to about 4800 rpm stock. if a little bit bigger is ok with you that engine is good but make sure you can get a 1" clutch to fit the shaft(the one you linked to has a 1" shaft, 3/4" is more common). use a CVT transmission if possible, they are pricey but worth it. the comet 30 series is pretty cheap and can take 8 hp max. check out american power sports. www.apskarting.com/ they got lots of stuff you should check out. how fast you will go depends on kart design as much as… [cont.]
Answered by adiabaticfire - Sun Apr 12 04:31:06 2009
Q. If it helps here is the exact motor!
Asked by JK - Sat Apr 11 23:24:33 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. that engines heavy and good for a bigger cart but a little much for a very small one. they can run about 4000 rpm or so before the valves hold them back as i remember. if you want a small kart id use a 5.5-6.5 intek briggs or a gx160-200 honda. the honda 160 is good to about 4800 rpm stock. if a little bit bigger is ok with you that engine is good but make sure you can get a 1" clutch to fit the shaft(the one you linked to has a 1" shaft, 3/4" is more common). use a CVT transmission if possible, they are pricey but worth it. the comet 30 series is pretty cheap and can take 8 hp max. check out american power sports. www.apskarting.com/ they got lots of stuff you should check out. how fast you will go depends on kart design as much as… [cont.]
Answered by adiabaticfire - Sun Apr 12 04:31:06 2009
starting 8hp briggs and stratton?
Q. starting 8hp briggs and stratton?
Asked by Joe C. - Tue Jun 22 20:32:22 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Choke it and pull the rope. What more do you need to know?
Answered by renpen - Tue Jun 22 20:57:36 2010
Q. starting 8hp briggs and stratton?
Asked by Joe C. - Tue Jun 22 20:32:22 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Choke it and pull the rope. What more do you need to know?
Answered by renpen - Tue Jun 22 20:57:36 2010
Where can i find parts and information for a Vintage MTD 8hp tractor?
Q. It say "800 series" on the hood and it is powered by a horizontal shaft Briggs & Stratton 8HP engine.
Asked by David R - Fri Aug 14 23:02:24 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can look for parts here. or here
Answered by rogerS - Thu Aug 20 22:43:45 2009
Q. It say "800 series" on the hood and it is powered by a horizontal shaft Briggs & Stratton 8HP engine.
Asked by David R - Fri Aug 14 23:02:24 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can look for parts here. or here
Answered by rogerS - Thu Aug 20 22:43:45 2009
I have a 8hp model 191707-2181-01 briggs&stratton no spark does this motor have points?
Q. I have a 8hp model 191707-2181-01 briggs&stratton no spark does this motor have points?
Asked by Robert C - Sun May 31 08:56:03 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No points. Your engine has an ignition module that is triggered by magnets in the flywheel. Make sure the black wire leading to it is not grounded. Grounding that wire is how the engine shuts off normally with the switch so, if it's grounded all the time, you'll have no spark. Otherwise, check the plug wire and if that's good the ignition module is probably bad.
Answered by Ben - Sun May 31 09:26:38 2009
Q. I have a 8hp model 191707-2181-01 briggs&stratton no spark does this motor have points?
Asked by Robert C - Sun May 31 08:56:03 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No points. Your engine has an ignition module that is triggered by magnets in the flywheel. Make sure the black wire leading to it is not grounded. Grounding that wire is how the engine shuts off normally with the switch so, if it's grounded all the time, you'll have no spark. Otherwise, check the plug wire and if that's good the ignition module is probably bad.
Answered by Ben - Sun May 31 09:26:38 2009
I have a 8hp engine and im trying to replace the piston rings, do I need any special tools?
Q. my 8 horse power briggs and straton engine from my chipper shredder is spewing smoke out the exaust and i have determined that it is worn out piston rings. Before I tear into the engine I want to know what tools I will need to finish the installation of the rings. I have the normal tools ( sockets and wrenches) how much do you think this will cost and what tools do i need?
Asked by nathanderycke - Thu Apr 12 18:12:04 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You will need the following tools in repairing and replacing rings on your 8 hp Briggs and stratton engine. 1) ring compressor part number 19230 2) piston ring expander part number 19340 Also measure cylinder bores for proper fit. You can price them at ring ex panders at $9.25- $14.50 piston ring compressors at $5.95-$6.95 piston ring groove cutter $11.75- 16.75 Honer for cylinder walls which you can use with drill press $17.95 replacement stones are $4.95 Try www.foley-belsaw.com for tools. I'm been repairing small engines for 30 years. Make sure you get the ring expander so you don't break the rings they can be very brittle in handling them. Make sure your cylinder walls are very smooth so the rings don't get caught by uneven or… [cont.]
Answered by David M - Fri Apr 13 11:11:30 2007
Q. my 8 horse power briggs and straton engine from my chipper shredder is spewing smoke out the exaust and i have determined that it is worn out piston rings. Before I tear into the engine I want to know what tools I will need to finish the installation of the rings. I have the normal tools ( sockets and wrenches) how much do you think this will cost and what tools do i need?
Asked by nathanderycke - Thu Apr 12 18:12:04 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You will need the following tools in repairing and replacing rings on your 8 hp Briggs and stratton engine. 1) ring compressor part number 19230 2) piston ring expander part number 19340 Also measure cylinder bores for proper fit. You can price them at ring ex panders at $9.25- $14.50 piston ring compressors at $5.95-$6.95 piston ring groove cutter $11.75- 16.75 Honer for cylinder walls which you can use with drill press $17.95 replacement stones are $4.95 Try www.foley-belsaw.com for tools. I'm been repairing small engines for 30 years. Make sure you get the ring expander so you don't break the rings they can be very brittle in handling them. Make sure your cylinder walls are very smooth so the rings don't get caught by uneven or… [cont.]
Answered by David M - Fri Apr 13 11:11:30 2007
Throttle install on an old briggs and stratton 8 hp?
Q. I have an old (1977 i believe) 8hp briggs and stratton engine on my Snapper mower. The engine seems to run fine but the trouble is the linkage from the throttle to the carb and governor (i believe is what it is) has came disconnected. I am not sure how to hook it back up, the spring and all. I am not much on fixing motors all though I am trying to learn, and also I am not stupid but it does not make sense to me by looking at it. Not sure if anyone can help without a pic bought thought I would try. I have been searching the internes with no luck. Thanks
Asked by stickmanstewy - Mon Apr 13 08:51:05 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. I have an old (1977 i believe) 8hp briggs and stratton engine on my Snapper mower. The engine seems to run fine but the trouble is the linkage from the throttle to the carb and governor (i believe is what it is) has came disconnected. I am not sure how to hook it back up, the spring and all. I am not much on fixing motors all though I am trying to learn, and also I am not stupid but it does not make sense to me by looking at it. Not sure if anyone can help without a pic bought thought I would try. I have been searching the internes with no luck. Thanks
Asked by stickmanstewy - Mon Apr 13 08:51:05 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
Where is the Governor in a Lawn Mower?
Q. My friend and I are wanting to turn my old toro lawn mower into a racing one... But i do not know where th governor is... if you can explain where it is that would be nice... my engine is a 8hp briggs and station pull start... thx
Asked by Jonathan H - Sun Sep 6 11:51:07 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The governor may be internal. Look at the carb. If the governor is external it will be on the carb and easy to see. Maybe try this site and let me know. fixya.com/briggs I have a thirty yr. old Kohler on a 1200 cub cadet that I am making a puller out of. Need some advice and opinions from other guys. Good luck
Answered by ozzie s - Sun Sep 6 12:10:11 2009
Q. My friend and I are wanting to turn my old toro lawn mower into a racing one... But i do not know where th governor is... if you can explain where it is that would be nice... my engine is a 8hp briggs and station pull start... thx
Asked by Jonathan H - Sun Sep 6 11:51:07 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The governor may be internal. Look at the carb. If the governor is external it will be on the carb and easy to see. Maybe try this site and let me know. fixya.com/briggs I have a thirty yr. old Kohler on a 1200 cub cadet that I am making a puller out of. Need some advice and opinions from other guys. Good luck
Answered by ozzie s - Sun Sep 6 12:10:11 2009
how to make a ride on mower faster?
Q. i have a westwood lawn mower and i want to bake it faster but still be able to cut lawns. at the minute it only goes around 5 mph but i want it to go around 25mph? how would i be able to do this without distroying the engine. and its an 8hp b=briggs a stratton with out spending more than 60
Asked by Brad - Wed Jul 28 07:09:02 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. i have a westwood lawn mower and i want to bake it faster but still be able to cut lawns. at the minute it only goes around 5 mph but i want it to go around 25mph? how would i be able to do this without distroying the engine. and its an 8hp b=briggs a stratton with out spending more than 60
Asked by Brad - Wed Jul 28 07:09:02 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
I'm rebuilding a small gas engine for a go kart. And I need some help on painting the engine again.?
Q. I have a 8HP Briggs & Stratton Engine, that I'am rebuilding, and I have all of the parts and stuff now, so I have to repaint it now. And I really liked that black paint that was on it before because it was a black high heat paint, and it had a gloss in it. I have looked at some stores, but I can't find a high heat black gloss paint. Can anyone help me find some high heat black gloss paint, perticulary spray paint? And also, can you tell the best method to remove the spray paint that it already on the engine? Would buying a bucket, and filling it about 3 quarters of the way full, and putting some parts in it for a couple days remove all of the paint? Thanks, Mike.
Asked by Mike - Sun Jul 2 12:46:12 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. bare is better it will help in cooling
Answered by infoman89032 - Sun Jul 2 18:54:09 2006
Q. I have a 8HP Briggs & Stratton Engine, that I'am rebuilding, and I have all of the parts and stuff now, so I have to repaint it now. And I really liked that black paint that was on it before because it was a black high heat paint, and it had a gloss in it. I have looked at some stores, but I can't find a high heat black gloss paint. Can anyone help me find some high heat black gloss paint, perticulary spray paint? And also, can you tell the best method to remove the spray paint that it already on the engine? Would buying a bucket, and filling it about 3 quarters of the way full, and putting some parts in it for a couple days remove all of the paint? Thanks, Mike.
Asked by Mike - Sun Jul 2 12:46:12 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. bare is better it will help in cooling
Answered by infoman89032 - Sun Jul 2 18:54:09 2006
What is the best thing to use to remove spray paint from a small engine on a go kart?
Q. I have a Briggs & Stratton L-Head 8HP engine that I am putting on a go kart, and the paint on it is really bad looking, what is the best solvent/liquid to remove paint on something like this?
Asked by LWC Football 06 - Sat May 13 21:31:49 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. spray paint remover, it comes in a can like spray paint
Answered by MrKnowItAll - Sat May 13 21:33:24 2006
Q. I have a Briggs & Stratton L-Head 8HP engine that I am putting on a go kart, and the paint on it is really bad looking, what is the best solvent/liquid to remove paint on something like this?
Asked by LWC Football 06 - Sat May 13 21:31:49 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. spray paint remover, it comes in a can like spray paint
Answered by MrKnowItAll - Sat May 13 21:33:24 2006
how to remove a piston?
Q. I have a briggs and stratton 8hp chipper shreader engine and I am replaceing the piston rings. I took it apart and got the the crankshaft but i dont know how to remove the piston. the bolts that would release the piston from the cranksaft have the oil splash flange attached to it. making it impossible to turn the bolt at all because it covers half of it. The flange is bolted on by the bolt and there isnt any way of removing it. with this said how do i remove the piston from the engine?
Asked by nathanderycke - Fri Apr 13 20:32:26 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Why do you want to remove the piston to fit new rings??? Take the old rings off, put the new ones on, and put it back together!
Answered by tattie_herbert - Fri Apr 13 20:37:57 2007
Q. I have a briggs and stratton 8hp chipper shreader engine and I am replaceing the piston rings. I took it apart and got the the crankshaft but i dont know how to remove the piston. the bolts that would release the piston from the cranksaft have the oil splash flange attached to it. making it impossible to turn the bolt at all because it covers half of it. The flange is bolted on by the bolt and there isnt any way of removing it. with this said how do i remove the piston from the engine?
Asked by nathanderycke - Fri Apr 13 20:32:26 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Why do you want to remove the piston to fit new rings??? Take the old rings off, put the new ones on, and put it back together!
Answered by tattie_herbert - Fri Apr 13 20:37:57 2007
how much should i sell a gocart for?
Q. its a 1 seater... straight frame... 8hp briggs and stratton... runs... a little rusty... all it needs is a clutch... and new tire... i was wondering about how much i should ask for it...
Asked by coolclown2000 - Tue Apr 1 07:06:50 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. its a 1 seater... straight frame... 8hp briggs and stratton... runs... a little rusty... all it needs is a clutch... and new tire... i was wondering about how much i should ask for it...
Asked by coolclown2000 - Tue Apr 1 07:06:50 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
someone that is good with small engines help ..plz?
Q. ive had this 8hp briggs and stratton sittin in my garage for about two years so i decided to put it back together today and i noticed that the gasket that goes between the motor and the carb is missing...do i need it or will it work improperly without it and if i do need it where can i get it?...some where with cheap shipping.. like free
Asked by Ant - Thu Jul 31 03:32:22 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes you need it.. but you can make one out of a cereal box for free.. and it will last for years
Answered by Martin M - Thu Jul 31 03:37:05 2008
Q. ive had this 8hp briggs and stratton sittin in my garage for about two years so i decided to put it back together today and i noticed that the gasket that goes between the motor and the carb is missing...do i need it or will it work improperly without it and if i do need it where can i get it?...some where with cheap shipping.. like free
Asked by Ant - Thu Jul 31 03:32:22 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes you need it.. but you can make one out of a cereal box for free.. and it will last for years
Answered by Martin M - Thu Jul 31 03:37:05 2008
My engine is leaking enough oil to notic after use...?
Q. Ok, ive got a 8hp briggs engine runs perfect but (there is always a but) the only problem is that when i turn it off there is a little oil sitting in front of the engine...its not coming from the side gasket im pretty engine smart...it seems to be coming from right wear the pull start cover ends in front of the engine about half way up...there isant a gasket over on that side of the engine! where the heck is it coming from!...its an 8hp briggs side shaft go kart engine... title...notice is spelled wrong...
Asked by Ryan G - Thu Nov 8 22:59:37 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i'm assumig its a 4 cycle engine[or you would smell gas also if there was an oil leakif it was a 2-cycle] wow!!no gaskets...make sure your oil cap isn't cross-threading...
Answered by John[nottheapostle] - Thu Nov 8 23:05:28 2007
Q. Ok, ive got a 8hp briggs engine runs perfect but (there is always a but) the only problem is that when i turn it off there is a little oil sitting in front of the engine...its not coming from the side gasket im pretty engine smart...it seems to be coming from right wear the pull start cover ends in front of the engine about half way up...there isant a gasket over on that side of the engine! where the heck is it coming from!...its an 8hp briggs side shaft go kart engine... title...notice is spelled wrong...
Asked by Ryan G - Thu Nov 8 22:59:37 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i'm assumig its a 4 cycle engine[or you would smell gas also if there was an oil leakif it was a 2-cycle] wow!!no gaskets...make sure your oil cap isn't cross-threading...
Answered by John[nottheapostle] - Thu Nov 8 23:05:28 2007
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