Something loose in the engine. I have it off the rider, when turning it by hand ,sometimes something catchs in the engine. I'm a sewing machine mechanic not small engine. Was wondering if anyone knows if this is a common problem with this engine, and if it is easy repair. All answers appreciated.
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Rick
November 2005
Hey Rick , I found a engine just like mine with the bearing spun on the bottom, used my bottom casing and now have it mounted on mower. Just ran it for a few minutes and it didn't leak. I might have something . Thanks again gerard
gerard
November 2005
I'm assuming your engine is a 12HP I/C
You can buy a new short block that the parts you salvaged
will bolt on to, but their not cheep. You may be better off
to look or a used engine. I've seen a few on ebay, but
beware of shipping costs before bidding.
Rick
November 2005
Rick, I took the engine apart, you were right,it had a busted rod bearing,saved the starter,carb,magneto,muffler casing was cracked. Thanks for the help
gerard goldey
November 2005
Don't turn that engine any more. If it's a broken rod you can do major damage by turning it. Most often I find the oil slinger off the bottom of the connecting rod has come loose. At any rate anything loose in an engine usually means a rebuild. But first you'd need to check to be sure the block is not cracked anywhere. If it is the engine is junk.
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