Recent content by GMB74

You have some good advise here to get you started. Can you post the Model and Spec numbers from the engine so we can see what style of choke this particular engine has?

According to the IPL the part number you are looking for is PS10188 for both saws. The picture only shows a short length of hose, so hopefully you just need some bulk fuel line of the correct size. You will need to take it apart, measure and see what you have.

I think you were on the right track to begin with. The engine is running lean. Have you modified the air filter in any way? Too little restriction will not pull enough fuel through the jets. Is there an air leak in the intake system? An air leak will make it run lean for sure. I don't know about...

Like most inexpensive goods from China, the quality of these tools is erratic. I have two of these calipers. One has been great, consistent and accurate measurements, never given me a problem. The other one not so much. Over time the battery compartment has loosened up and won't stay shut...

"Electrolux/Husqvarna (Poulan)." That is likely. Some of the older ones were made by Roper. All these companies are a part of the AYP (American Yard Products) group these days.

In my experience, the style of starter posted by Outback works quite well. It reduces starting effort without feeling mushy and springy like the Stihl and Echo systems. The procedure for starting an easy start saw is different than a standard saw and some people just don't like it. More...

It's been awhile since I worked at a JD dealership, but here goes: The bracket on the mower deck that anchors the end of the control cable may be slotted. Loosen the bolt and slide the bracket to tighten up the cable a little. If it isn't slotted maybe you can modify the bracket to provide some...

It's an oldie for sure. Many of the parts are NLA from Sears, but once you have the part number for the item you are looking for, you can search online for it. Many parts are out there, NOS or used, or still available new from one of the other AYP brands (Poulan, Husqvarna, etc.)

Parts fische? Oh,my....... That brings back some memories.

You really need the model number, which is likely to be 917. xxxx. The engine tag gives you a time frame- around 1995. I don't know if some RKI here on this site can use the engine numbers to figure out what you have.

That looks like a Poulan-built (model 917.xxxxx) saw. #4 cord ( 1/8 inch, 3mm) should work.

Go to searspartsdirect.com . Insert your model number in the search box, numbers only, no dot after the first 3 digits. That should bring up the IPL and give you a part number for the cord. Google search for the part number and see what comes up. Also search ebay, you may find a listing that...

Measuring the width of the sheave can be a misleading method. Usually the sheave is made a bit wide to guide the cord into place. I have found the best way to determine the proper size is to look it up in the IPL for that piece of equipment. If the diameter is not stated in the listing, a quick...

A compression test on a small 4-cycle engine will give a misleading low reading due to the automatic compression relief. A leakdown test is performed by bringing the engine's piston to TDC on the compression stroke and locking the crankshaft to prevent it from turning. The cylinder is then...

stretch5881 is correct about the leakdown test. These engines have an automatic compression relief for easy hand starting. A compression test will give a very low and misleading reading.