You can adjust the valves on your 17 horsepower Briggs and Stratton engine by turning the adjustment screws. The adjustments screws will determine how much fuel goes into the piston chamber.
I need the valve settings for a 17 hr. Briggs mod. 311777 type 0131-e1 code 980521zd THANKS DENNIS
The timing is not adjustable. The only way the engine can be out of time is if the keyway between the crankshaft and the flywheel is sheared. If it is in place and in good shape the engine will be in time.
The exact location of the compression release mechanism in a 17hp Briggs and Stratton engine can vary depending on the specific model and design of the engine. Typically, the compression release mechanism is located near the camshaft or valve train assembly of the engine. It may involve additional components such as springs, levers, or pins that interact with the exhaust valve to temporarily release compression during the starting process.
If the engine turns over freely with the sark plug out, then check for loose,rusty,or corroded connections from the headlights back too the battery.Even the ground wires throughout. recheck with a fully charged battery (12.6 v)
Take off the air cleaner and cover. There will be a rod attached to the throttle arm. Locate that rod and follow it back to what will most likely look something like a lever extending out from the engine block. That is the external portion of the governor. There are also gears and a counterweight inside the engine that act in conjunction with the external parts.
Can only come from the carb and that means the inlet needle/seat are not stopping the fuel flow. Could be trash, damaged needle or seat.
17hp
You can use a standardbusiness card for the gap.
.024-.028
The first CB125 had 13HP. The second generation had 14HP. The CB125 beginning from the late 70ies had 17HP.
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