Why Won't Your Riding Mower Turn Over? COMMON Briggs Intek PROBLEM & REPAIR.

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So, why won't your riding mower turn over? I'll show you how to first diagnose this common Briggs & Stratton Intek camshaft decompression (also called compression release) issue, how to determine it's not a battery or starter issue, explain how the decompression cam works and the easy steps to repair it.
When this decompression / compression release part breaks (which research & experience indicates many will), the symptom is pretty much identical to a weak battery or bad starter - the engine tries, but won't turn over.
What happens now is many people will replace the battery first, then the starter and perhaps even the starter solenoid; only to find out $200+ dollars later, their riding mower Intek engine still refuses to turn over. Welcome to the popular & growing club of Briggs Intek owners who have had a decompression camshaft failure.
The repair is not that costly or difficult for the mechanically minded DIY'er; but it's a time consuming repair and is why most shops charge several hundred dollars. Some (like our local shop) will even say it's not worth fixing - I disagree.
Video Chapters:
0:00 Howdy Folks
1:23 Symptoms & Diagnosing
6:50 How the Compression Release Works
9:12 Removing the Engine
10:39 Intek Engine Disassembly
16:53 Internal Engine Inspection
18:27 Fitting New Camshaft
20:12 Fitting Sump & Torque Sequence
21:49 Fitting Oil Pump
23:24 Fitting Rods & Adjusting Valves
27:38 Refit & Test Run Engine
Briggs & Stratton Intek Camshaft for 33 Series:
- OEM Camshaft # 84005207 (793880) : amzn.to/3SoHocF
- OEM 697110 Crankcase Gasket: amzn.to/3EQcYuQ
- Aftermarket Camshaft/Gasket Kit I used in this repair: amzn.to/3ShTZNS
DISCLAIMER: This video is for information and entertainment purposes only. It's no substitute for prior mechanical experience and/or training.
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@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Briggs & Stratton Intek Camshaft for 33 Series: - OEM Part # 84005207 (793880) : amzn.to/3SoHocF - OEM 697110 Crankcase Gasket: amzn.to/3EQcYuQ - Aftermarket Camshaft/Gasket kit I used in this repair: amzn.to/3ShTZNS SEPTEMBER 2023 ONE YEAR UPDATE: Aftermarket camshaft still working (about 30 hours running time on it).

@RedeemedMechanic 10 ай бұрын

Curious as to how the aftermarket cam has held up? Any problems in the 11 months you’ve been using it?

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

@@RedeemedMechanic still working :)

@RedeemedMechanic 10 ай бұрын

@@Rchelicopterfun I’m going to go that route then. Just picked up a very old Craftsman LT1000 with the 17hp version of this engine. I’m willing to spend $30 to fix this issue, wasn’t sure if I was willing to spend over three times that for the B&S part on such an old machine.

@robertscaggs1346 9 ай бұрын

tell us how you really feel about the decompression device. LMAO.

@tjgallo9357 2 ай бұрын

Do you happen to have a link for the 44 series in Intek Briggs motor?

@JP-ib2iz Жыл бұрын

All the way from down under Australia, the days of good old made in USA is over, Briggs, GM, Ford etc, we had them all in Auz, the backyard repair industry is over, it's designed to break down after the warranty, thrown to the scrap yard to replace with a new model and with electric motors replacing the smal engine mowers, chainsaws etc, the university company CEO' s these days wouldn't know the difference between a left hand or right hand screw driver and 3d printed replicas. We DIY bush mechanics will phase out with them! Remember the old TV repair man, flat screen TV' not designed to be rebuilt these days, what an interesting hobby all that old technology was to us, teaching ourselves as we pulled those machines apart! Good luck & fond memories

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

So true and add in the disappearance of *right to repair* your own stuff which seems to be a losing battle. I am however a fan of electric powered equipment and don't see that as an issue at all; provided we have the same access to a decent parts network. I've fixed several flat screen TV's over the past decade, seemed very serviceable to me, more so in-fact than CRTs. On electric power equipment the brushless motors, controllers and LiPo packs are just as fun, rewarding and educational to work on; provided we can get parts for them along with component/wiring schematics. With the loss of right to repair, we can kiss those resources bye-bye ☹ That's the biggest issue to be worried about IMO!

@billwill7383 10 ай бұрын

It's called planned obsolescence. It sucks.

@rascal0175 9 ай бұрын

The intent is to keep you buying. Just went thru this with a refrigerator. These are now made with a 5 year lifespan, more or less.

@69Chevelle97 4 ай бұрын

I thinks lgs getting sued now bc of this @rascal0175

@user-pc2wo9vm2k 2 ай бұрын

You are very right about that They sure love making junk

@pw309 Ай бұрын

Perhaps the best instructional video I’ve ever seen on KZfaq. Well done!

@Rchelicopterfun Ай бұрын

Thanks 🙂 Glad you enjoyed it.

@e.hunter9427 10 ай бұрын

Hands down the best DIY video I’ve ever seen on the internet. Phenomenal job. Straight to the point and no filler material.

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙂👍

@BobChanter 2 ай бұрын

Agreed. Very detailed and to the point. Excellent!

@davidgridley3643 Ай бұрын

Most excellent job in the making of this video . Impressed with the quality of it and the precise attention to details and explanation of what’s going on and the why of it. Thank you for this. Do you or anyone know if the Kohler “V” twin on CubCadet has this compression release on it. My LT1050 has been acting the same way.

@facereader99 2 ай бұрын

One of the cleanest videos on small engines repair. Direct and to the point. Thank you very much!

@Rchelicopterfun 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂 Thanks for watching.

@michaelwolf6424 Жыл бұрын

In addition to your excellent repair skills, you're a very good instructor. Teaching anything involving mechanical or technical terminology isn't easy. The biggest factor IMO is being able to relate the subject to the student in a manner that he/she understands. The language has to be simple enough to understand yet push across the point in order to teach the subject. You've done this quite well. My compliments. I'll check your videos often.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

@michaelwolf6424 - appreciated & thanks 👍

@royalspin Жыл бұрын

Was given a Simplicity brand riding mower circa 2014 ish a week ago with the 14.5 HP Briggs and Stratton motor. It's like new condition,no rust paint is excellent. The original owners said it wouldn't start didn't know why and didn't want to bother putting money into it so they offloaded it for free. After going through the troubleshooting I now know why . How nice of Briggs and Stratton to put a grenade in their motors for no real valid reason when it wasn't absolutely necessary . Companies like that deserve to go out of business.

@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549 Жыл бұрын

They've sold the company!

@wrondabartlett2888 26 күн бұрын

Did they get bought by China?

@edwardgabriel5281 Жыл бұрын

I'm 95 and still mowing with my rider. The compression release went bad, so I made a tool that backs up the flywheel position so it is not in compression mode. That way, the starter has a chance to gain momentum and keep cranking. Works for me as I am obviously too old to make that repair. (wood lever with two bolts sticking down to go between the fins to rotate flywheel backwards)

@karlschwab6437 Ай бұрын

My Chraftsman (MTD) started this hard engine turning over years ago. I replaced batteries with larger CCA's with no change. For years, it would eventually start by turning the flywheel past compression. Once the engine was warmed up, it will always start but with that moment of hesitation. I have not seen any shrapnel in the oil and the valve adjustment is at specified. The tear down is something that I am not ready to do at this point as I have been running this lawnmower this way for years. Great detailed video, one of the best in this matter.

@billsimpson604 Ай бұрын

Good to know that it can be started just be turning it to that position. That is pretty simple and free.

@davidsyzdek6468 Жыл бұрын

I had the same problem, watched your video and was able to fix it. First time pulling apart an engine and it worked like a charm! Thank you for the excellent video!

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Excellent! 👍🙂

@porkypineacres3536 2 ай бұрын

Excellent video. No annoying music and precise information. Thank you.

@Rchelicopterfun 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙂

@RaysLaughsAndLyrics Жыл бұрын

Gave John Deer a Dear John letter when the Corporation went overboard with the proprietary con game on their biggest Agricultural lineup. Apple , Tessa , HD MC, as well as JD feel brand loyalty has no boundaries. Why consumers complain and bury their heads in the sand rather than boycott these sociopathic corporations has me stumped. Thanks for sharing and best to you and yours.👍

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Yes, and on top of the proprietary planned obsolescence, we now also have to fight for the right to repair as more and more such companies are killing the independent and DIY service sectors.

@dicksavage88 Жыл бұрын

Farmers who buy big green are idiots. One of the owners of JD owns a machinery repair operation in the Midwest. Treats his young techs like garbage, pay wise. These sociopaths who rise to the top of companies are the problem.

@Look_What_I_Did Жыл бұрын

You never owned anything John Deere. Fing clown.

@michaelsocash3407 Ай бұрын

You get what you pay for... $1999 machine from a big box store marries you to the crappy Briggs & Stratton and pot-metal deck ... run like hell and look for a Kawasaki powered used LX277 for half the price ... wayyyyy better machine

@youtubeleavemealone 5 ай бұрын

This guy has good assembly habits. He can work on my motor anytime.

@davestewart9146 Жыл бұрын

It’s a shame we pay more money for crappy stuff these days, great video 👍😁

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Tell me about it

@philliphall5198 Жыл бұрын

Yep it’s a shame 😊

@setdown2 Жыл бұрын

So when we find a good quality company...USE THEM AND BE A LOYAL CUSTOMER...🖖

@johnbalasa711 Жыл бұрын

They do not care because we are buy it. Once we boycott dese shabby product than it may change.

@daleolson3506 Жыл бұрын

Don’t buy let em die

@larrysimmons7084 2 ай бұрын

I cannot begin to thank you enough. You nailed my issue exactly. I am not a mechanic, but with trepidation and my daughter's help, I am down to the broken cam exactly as you said it would be. Getting a new one in the next couple of days and will hopefully be back up and running by weeks end. The shop wanted $900 to fix, I only paid $400 for the mower 8 years ago. Again, THANK YOU!

@Rchelicopterfun 2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it - hope the repair goes well 👍

@kking5652 Жыл бұрын

A very well built engine, with a self destruct mechanism built in, by design, good job teach.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

"A very well built engine, with a self destruct mechanism built in" sooo true! 👍

@garrydonnelly6433 Жыл бұрын

First time I've watched one of your videos John, bu it certainly won't be the last. Clear and precise tutorial. Thanks.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the watch Garry 👍

@spikeleestree8015 4 ай бұрын

I run a small shop, Mark'sgreatmowers and see this quite often. There are a few aftermarket cams that are decent. OEM seems to fail more. Also before installing the new cam , I have found that the reason the compression release assembly seems to fail is because sometimes when u shut the engine off, as the crankshaft comes to a stop, it ends going backwards a bit. If the lobe on the( intake side) on cam strikes the tappet, it can stress the pin on the release tang. That can snap it off. It's only designed to go clockwise direction during running. I have found that taking your dremel w a fine grind tip, just slightly rounding off the sharp edge and end edge of the pin keeps this shearling effect from happeningor at least minimize the possibility of re occurrence . I have installed probably 50 of these past year n half to 2 years and haven't had any come back besides a lash readjustment here n there i have written briggs w this modification, which diesnt affect balancing or structureof the device. They dint seem to care. Briggs got bit by the corporate vampire years ago.. 😊

@Rchelicopterfun 4 ай бұрын

@spikeleestree8015 - Excellent real world, experience gained, large sample size, fact based comment! This people is what the comment section of YT should be for (actually helping) and I thank you for taking valuable time out of your day to leave such helpful feedback. That makes perfect sense about the kickback motion of the cam stressing out the pin, and by simply rounding out the sharp edges a little bit, it will reduce the amount of force the pin is exposed to when the tappet hits it along that edge. Brilliant advice and I have just made a note of this in my owners manual so I don't forget about this little mod for the "next time" I have to replace the camshaft :) Thanks so much again! Also very good to know your experiences with the aftermarket cams are positive! And yes, why would Briggs care... Customer satisfaction is after all low on the priority list when profits are all that matter anymore to the corporate vampires.

@billsimpson604 Ай бұрын

BRILLIANT discovery, you probably discovered the main reason why they fail so soon. Except for that defect, it is a pretty good engine IF you change the oil & filter often.

@Serpico1152 7 ай бұрын

Probably the best video that I've seen on KZfaq. I have that same 21HP engine on my 2013 Craftsman YT-3000 tractor with about 850 hours on it without ever having this problem yet, but wouldn't have a problem tackling it after watching your video. I wasn't having any issues but decided to check the valve clearances around 750 hours and found them to be pretty loose @ .008 to .009 and readjusted them to the specified .004 & .006 which afterwards seemed slightly quieter and more powerful. lots of comments on how clean your JD is and mine looks new also because we both take pride in and appreciate our equipment by blowing them off every time they are used or even wiping them down once in awhile with a cleaner soaked rag, it's really not rocket science or anything but the majority of people out there just use their mowers and put them away without ever thinking about doing these things, even when they have the spare time or even during the winter off season, then they wonder why their's looks it's age or like crap, caked in grass, dirt, grease, and oil residue?

@johnw1178 Жыл бұрын

It amazes me that there isn’t a class action against Briggs. I’ve fixed 3 of them and I am currently repairing my own machine. It’s not a terribly expensive or difficult job, just time consuming 😬. The only upside is I have seen it completely trash the engine even with the metal pieces floating around in the sump 🤪. Also wanted to compliment you on one of the best videos on this subject matter 👍👍👍👍👍

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 👍

@stevecooper8121 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation, clear directions on tear down procedures and installation tips and specs. A+ video.

@tonym6920 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like John Deere isn’t what it used to be! very good video, thanks👍👍

@joehead1294 Жыл бұрын

B&S engine...

@johnbecker5213 9 ай бұрын

john deere's even sucked back in the day piss poor decks and bs variator

@bettybobzimmerman7450 7 ай бұрын

Hard starting on my mtd 12 horse mower.After replacing worn starter still had issues with hard starts.Checked valve clearances, they were sloopy.Tighten them back up and now have easy starts on a 33 year old Tecumseh engine😊

@Prelude610 Жыл бұрын

As instructional videos go, on any topic, this is one of the best.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view & kind comment 👍🙂

@DrBetelgeuse Жыл бұрын

Very well put together video you weren't obnoxious with gimmicks or stupid voices straight to the point.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

🙂👍

@utedean100 Жыл бұрын

Hey John . Thanks for posting this video. I found it really useful, followed it to the tee & got my old ride on up & running again! Thanks once again. Dean Gold Coast Australia

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Great to hear 👍

@claytonlowry1280 11 ай бұрын

Yep..thanx for your effort pal

@williamhinton5906 10 ай бұрын

One of the best tutorials I've ever seen. Thank you. Waiting for my cam to arrive.

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you found it useful and most importantly - have fun pulling your Intek apart! 🙂👍

@kdamore01 6 ай бұрын

About as great and comprehensive a video there is on the Internet. I've been doing small engine repairs for a couple of years now and found yours well paced and the explanations on how things work is as important as how to fix it. I always said I'd rather know "Why" rather than "How", if you understand the basic engineering behind anything, then you can figure out how things work and fix them

@Rchelicopterfun 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment - happy fixin' 👍

@dougseaman8791 Жыл бұрын

Another way to determine if the ACR (Automatic Compression Release) is broken is if you can get the engine running as John showed, when you shut the engine off you should hear the puffing noise in the intake as the engine slows down and the ACR activates again. As John showed, the engine came to a quite stop indicating the ACR not working.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

👌 Great diagnostic tip! Thanks 👍

@Deucealive75 Ай бұрын

Makes you wonder if it wasn't a good idea using the intake valve for CR. It's blasting air in the wrong direction through the carb. Other engines use the exhaust valve for CR.

@TheHortond Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I think my mower has the same problem. I will know more but I'm glad there are videos like this out there to help.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Hopefully it might just be an easy valve adjustment and not a busted decompression. Fingers crossed.

@woodcraft70 9 ай бұрын

Best explanation and remedy I have seen for a far too common issue on B&S engines. I own 6 B&S engines and have only had this issue one time, but several of my friends and family have brought me "No Crank" engines for repair.

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙂

@1983dmd Жыл бұрын

I had a 3 wheel ATV Honda...It had a simple lever that you pulled to manually engage the decompression if you wanted to hand start it....K.I.S.S method...Love your quote ''Briggs and Stratton used to make good stuff...Now it is crap like everything else '' BUT the summum goes to your Problem Solving Chart !!! 😂😂😂 I have a bad feeling with those replacement parts....Fingers crossed....Very good video as always !

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Yep, only time will tell with the aftermarket part. I'll be sure to update the video with a pinned comment if (I mean when) this one breaks. 😄

@russellgiles4644 Жыл бұрын

Hands down best video out there on this subject. Thank you

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks and glad it was helpful 🙂👍

@Elmo_Fuddleputt Жыл бұрын

Craaaap. Not what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to know. Thanks for the great video.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Fingers crossed yours might not be a broken decomp-cam.

@Hanzo087 9 ай бұрын

Awesome video ! I just picked up a mower with this engine and now feel confident on what to do.

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Have fun 👍🙂

@jabomiles6947 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I just recently did a head gasket and valve adjustment on my 17.5 B&S to prevent that big blue cloud on start up. And I agree with you B&S quality sure isn't the same. And like you, I use a blower to clean mine after each use. I also fill with gas and check the oil while it is still warm. Doing this has it ready for the next mowing.

@dannychiguina3962 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Hot Rod mower build guys 👍

@dannychiguina3962 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍 job guys I appreciate all your Tips and video's keep up the great work.

@danfox2345 Жыл бұрын

thankyou for using part names ,well done

@charlesullo7793 Жыл бұрын

The best how to video I have ever seen on KZfaq.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

🙂👍

@chillawhite4558 3 ай бұрын

Thank you John, you explained it so well even I could understand everything. Your step by step approach is so easy to follow, a lot of other videos skip bits or the camera work doesn't show what their doing. Thanks again John, I've had two brake on my B&S motors and had to pay in excess of $700 to repair at a John Deere workshop.

@Rchelicopterfun 3 ай бұрын

Great to hear 👍 (not the part about the $700 bill of course ☹)

@grahamhosking8148 8 ай бұрын

Great video and easy to follow.. Had my laptop in the garage while I went through the process of replacing the camshaft and when I got it back together and re installed on the mower she started first kick. Cost me $150 for the camshaft and governor so saved me replacing the engine and/or replacing the mower.. Many thanks!

@Rchelicopterfun 8 ай бұрын

Great repair & glad the video helped. Happy mowing now 🙂

@philliphall5198 Жыл бұрын

Great some one new to me Merry Christmas and Thank You’ll for information 😊

@donne8694 Жыл бұрын

Very detailed professional video ! I’m a retired 35 year auto tech ,you must of being in the trade of small engines or auto tech , this is my first video I’ve seen of yours , i subscribed to your channel now .👍🏻

@theplayernkc Ай бұрын

Seeing that Boxster 986 in the background, I know you're a handy man with mechanical knowledge without even watching the video. I have a Boxster S 986 myself, so I know all the fun you have with keeping that car running properly. I also just bought a John Deere S100 which I'm assuming probably has the same engine. So here's looking forward to a cam replacement at 120 hours if I'm lucky and I have an excellent video of how to repair it thanks to you. This is a great tutorial, thank you.

@larrycook4159 Ай бұрын

I've had to do this repair but your presentation was so very good and everything you have is so neat! Was just refreshing to watch this.Gives us old guys inspiration to keep on fixing!!

@Rchelicopterfun Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful - happy "fixing" 🙂👍

@edmckinley1333 Жыл бұрын

Excellent instruction, clear, precise, informative and well thought out video, thanks for you video it was fantastic...

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it 🙂

@marcusgrinblat9538 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Wish you had done this 5 years ago! My Husqvarna with the Briggs 33 failed to start whilst under warranty. They wouldn't tell me what they had done to fix it. Just out of warranty and you guessed it. Failed to start again. So a new battery and starter motor later, with no difference, I was able to gain some information on line as to what the problem was likely to be. Dismantled the engine and found all the remaining bits of the decomp lever in the engine as you did. When I picked up the new camshaft I asked if that was a common problem. "No, never heard of this happening" was the reply. When it went again after 4 months or so and I picked up the new (again) camshaft I was told that they are now manufactured differently and this should not happen again.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Yep, it's big problem on an otherwise pretty decent little engine. Sorry to hear you too belong to the "Briggs Broken Cam Club". I'm skeptical if the latest camshafts are much if any better; especially when Briggs / dealers claimed it was a very rare failure when they were likely doing at least a few a month and that was almost a decade ago now. Hope your latest one lasts. I'm not holding out much hope for this aftermarket one. I'll be thrilled if I get a hundred hours on it which is about 3 years with my specific mow frequency. Maybe by then, Briggs will have some back in stock 😄

@dennydeckerful 10 ай бұрын

@Rchelicopterfun Even today they are out of stock.

@bulkmulch 2 ай бұрын

Perfect. I will attempt this once I receive the parts. Thanks for making this video. Very well done and thorough.

@Rchelicopterfun 2 ай бұрын

Have fun 🙂👍

@paul41to45 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. I am now in the process of replacing the cam due to a compression release failure, I found that the main drive pulley bolt was so tight it would not even loosen with an air impact wrench so I heated the bolt using a torch (with wife close by with a fire extinguisher), and the bolt came loose immediately . Pass this along if you like.

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Good tip.

@Crypt0Crossf1re Жыл бұрын

I like the chart you had shown it was a funny anecdote for the problems that may happen on in life.

@circlepfarm9729 Жыл бұрын

What a great video on this poorly designed engine! Hard to believe there are probably tens of thousands of these engines in use! Definitely a ticking time bomb! Thank you for the time and effort you put into this!

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view 🙂

@surfingcuriositywaves4046 19 күн бұрын

Excellent instruction, and overall very high production values with light and clean space to work. Thank you.

@Rchelicopterfun 19 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

@mcnut1 Жыл бұрын

As always another good, informative video, John. It was worth watching just for the "flow chart" 🙂

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

😄👍

@almost41632 3 ай бұрын

thank you for this! this is the best video on youtube for doing this repair. I replaced the camshaft on my mower no problem thanks to you!

@Rchelicopterfun 3 ай бұрын

Great to hear - happy mowing :)

@dcrickerson7611 10 ай бұрын

What a fantastic video! I can see you take great care of your equipment and tools. Love that flow chart! New sub here.

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching & thanks for the sub 👍

@davecook2297 10 ай бұрын

Thanks! This is the best video I've found on doing this job !

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@airtow6766 Жыл бұрын

It’s not just a problem on B&S engines, I had the same problem on a Koehler Command after less than 300 hours.

@carolinafirewood Жыл бұрын

I had the same issue, not starting. Damn near replaced everything. Ended up being the valve clearance. Adj each valve at TDC of .005 Wha-la!

@mrDavid218 3 ай бұрын

This was very helpful. Thank you... Mission accomplished!

@Rchelicopterfun 3 ай бұрын

Great to hear 🙂

@ralphg5335 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video. I wouldn't have figured out this problem and if I did, I would have made several mistakes. You saved my mower😊

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear - happy mowing 🙂👍

@patrickweaver889 9 ай бұрын

Great video and instruction! Had this issue on my 2012 B&S 21 hp. Broke in ‘23. The carnage inside was no joke. The piece blew up and shrapnel was everywhere. Did damage to the case too. Hope the repair holds. Wasn’t a tough job. My brother and I did it together and my kids helped here and there too. Worst part was cleaning the old gasket off. Back up and running! Thank you for making this video!

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and hope your new decompression cam lasts as long (longer hopefully) as the first one.

@Mr40warhawk 9 ай бұрын

Great video...thanks for taking the time to help us...

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@dannychiguina3962 Жыл бұрын

This Video is 👍 Awesome guys keep up the great Builds

@oswaldotorrescarrion2107 Жыл бұрын

muy buen trabajo limpio y bien cuidadoso como debe ser lo felicito y gracias por sus concejos

@josephcampbell6920 2 ай бұрын

Thank you John! I think that exactly happened to my Intek 18.5. I was mowing and heard something metal break and suddenly the engine got louder from the compression.

@mpraineri Жыл бұрын

My first tractor with a 14 hp Briggs engine lasted about 7 years, threw a rod. My current tractor is a 20 year old Craftsman with a 17hp Kohler Command Pro. Must have well over 1200 hours. Still runs great. My friend welds and has been keeping the deck alive.

@johnfox3845 9 ай бұрын

The Command Pros are some of the best small engines ever made. Those things will run forever, so it's a shame that many of Kohler's newer models are piles of crap.

@michaelsiedler1692 Жыл бұрын

Best video I’ve seen on this repair. I am a bit curious why the oil filter wasn’t changed, since that would be contaminated with metal particles.❤

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks - Filter was replaced after the repair and after running the engine for a while. This way, any (if any) last tiny remaining fragments could be caught by the filter before replacing it. Thought I said that at the end of video, but after checking, I did only say oil change. I always change the oil filter with an oil change so guess that's why I never said it. 🙃

@stevecooper8121 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation and clear direction on all phases of repair.

@jackmyers6040 Жыл бұрын

Taryl fixes All also has a good video on this subject ! Along with many many more helpful instructional videos of al types of small engine repair!

@petersack5074 10 ай бұрын

yes, Dony Boy and Steves' Small Engine Saloon.....(he's near Vancouver )

@mikestevenrfs7374 Жыл бұрын

Nice sharing my friend 👍😁

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for visiting

@lestergeez4349 Ай бұрын

Exactly the problem with my rider. You're really knowledgeable ... I would have left over parts if I attempted to do it. - but at least I know what's inside my crappy Briggs.

@GHOOGLEMALE Жыл бұрын

Great video and excellent descriptions

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

🙂 Thanks for the view. 👍

@DS-lg2jb 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate your video , very clear and easy to follow.thank you sir

@Rchelicopterfun 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙂👍

@still-DJ 3 ай бұрын

Great video. I got so sick of this on another brand of riding mower with a 13.5HP B & S, that I removed the flywheel cover and switched mine over (with added parts to the flywheel) so I could also have the rope/pull start option too. So, now my 13.5HP riding mower is both electric and recoil start. After doing this... these mowers should all be OEM configured like this; recoil and electric because of these garbage builds. I also keep a very small $13.00 solar panel connected to the battery at all times because it's not like they get driven every day. I like your no-BS videos.

@paulwharton1850 Ай бұрын

You're amazing ! Many thanks.......All the way from London !

@Rchelicopterfun Ай бұрын

Thanks back.... From Valemount Canada 🙂

@phillamrock286 8 ай бұрын

excellent no hype description

@GuitarMan22 Ай бұрын

Excellent job - hope this doesnt happen to me, but if it does I know what to rewatch😄

@Glide1992 7 ай бұрын

Excellent instructional video. Thanks for your time. I learned a lot. Subbed and liked.

@Rchelicopterfun 7 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you 🙂

@JamesScar-eo1ch Жыл бұрын

Great video, detailed and instructive, thanks.

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view James 🙂

@jonlambshead5115 Жыл бұрын

Hi John I Already Know How To Do This , As I Work On Mowers All The Time. A Well Explained And Thorough Video. Well Done. One Of The Better Videos Available. P.s -- I Like To Watch Others Working On Stuff, Even Though I Do This All The Time

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the view & comment 👍🙂

@jamesmcpherson7188 21 күн бұрын

thanks man very educational! clean work

@Rchelicopterfun 20 күн бұрын

Appreciate the feedback 🙂

@wfdix1 Жыл бұрын

I’ve learned my lesson about Briggs & Stratton engines and their compression relief cam. My Husqvarna riding mower has not been seen for two months. It has been in the shop(s) for that long due to living on DelMarVa using small engine repair folks

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Yikes

@duggy788 Жыл бұрын

good video, the big end bolts are also worth checking the ones on my ohv engine came loose and took out the governor luckily the crankshaft had minimal damage and was reusable .

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Good tip 👍

@JamesEddins-ju1xc 2 ай бұрын

Great video hands down the best video neat and clean work very well explained thank you

@Rchelicopterfun 2 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🙂

@Marineinftry Жыл бұрын

I'm having the same exact problem with mine. I figured it out by accident. Guess now I know for sure

@catfish500mark9 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!!!!!

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Cheers! 🙂

@mikeragansr.340 8 ай бұрын

I just live with it. Rotate the engine backwards to the compression stoke and then start. It is a lot easier than rotating the engine forward though the compression stroke as shown. The only time it does not work the first time is the first two mows of the year when the temp is cool.

@walterbeaver6365 6 ай бұрын

Great informational video. Detailed explanation very valuable. Thankyou Sir.

@Rchelicopterfun 6 ай бұрын

Glad you found it useful, thanks for watching & happy New Year.

@markwarner8336 Жыл бұрын

Lol,had a 18.5 that did that so I rotated the flywheel like you did and yes started right up, always thought it was a weak starter so I wasn't going to change it until the turn the flywheel trick no longer worked, done that for two years by then the engine was probably 4years old and loss compression and started with no help for another two seasons lol,never new what was probably wrong until I viewed your site,wish I would have split the case and looked 😂

@markoaks8694 19 күн бұрын

Five years ago, I installed an aftermarket camshaft on my B&S engine (33 cu. in., the same one that is in this video) and it is still running with the aftermarket camshaft.

@Dstromb232 Ай бұрын

Great Job!

@bobmonger6142 Жыл бұрын

Now I know... good video!

@scotunger4810 9 ай бұрын

Good video I like your style. I’m a fan now.

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@keysersoze3315 Ай бұрын

Very nicely done sir.

@Rchelicopterfun Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙂

@marshallborder9089 Жыл бұрын

Thanks , enjoyed the video .

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view 🙂👍

@petelugo2681 9 ай бұрын

Outstanding video. Thank you.

@Rchelicopterfun 9 ай бұрын

Thank you too for watching 👍

@lunarwireable Жыл бұрын

Great info. Many thanks!

@Rchelicopterfun Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful

@brianwaiting7899 9 ай бұрын

Can't wait for battery packs encased in operating systems and electronic components 🙌

@JeffreyBethards 29 күн бұрын

VERY well done!

@Rchelicopterfun 29 күн бұрын

Thank you kindly 🙂

@michaelspencer301 11 ай бұрын

Excellent job . 👍

@Rchelicopterfun 11 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

@jeanserien5293 6 ай бұрын

Bonjour. Merveilleuse vidéo. Bravo pour votre travail posé et très bien expliqué, même si à 19M44 vous remontez l'arbre à cames sans la soupape d'échappement! (LOL) J'ai beaucoup appris en regardant votre vidéo. Un tout grand merci de Belgique!

@Rchelicopterfun 6 ай бұрын

Exhaust tappet is in there, clear as day. Might be out of focus, but it's in there. Time index 19:44, you can see both the intake which is in fairly good focus and the less focused shiny dome of the exhaust tappet about 3 inches under it.

@jeanserien5293 6 ай бұрын

OK, sorry! Peut-être un effet d'optique.@@Rchelicopterfun