Continuing Saga of SH that wouldn't start cold

Anonymous-0 · Sep 4, 2008

Well this is a followup on SH that would only roll start on initial daily starting. I thought it was spark problem but it wasn't. Someone asked if I cut the gas off after use? Well now I do. I turned fuel off as recommended at end of day and now I have no problem on cold or any starts. But why after 5 years has this condition reared it's ugly head? Do I need to work on carburator? Thanks ,Randy

Anonymous-0 · Sep 4, 2008

Those old carbs are very prone to leaking and flooding if left for any length of time without the motor running. I just rebuilt two of mine,got lucky with one the other still leaks. If you went 5 yrs without a problem you were lucky. Just keep the fuel turned off when not in use.

Dave S. · Sep 4, 2008

BET@IND is right, mine doesn't leak but still shut off the gas if not in use.

mkirsch · Sep 4, 2008

Shutting off the gas is a good safety practice in addition to a band-aid for a carburetor that is a little leaky.

This is a classic symptom of "old iron." Things wear out, even carburetors. You've had the tractor for 5 years, but how long has it been since the carburetor was touched? 10? 20? 50 years?

A new needle and seat will probably cure the problem, but carburetors are a little finicky. I'm still searching for the secret of getting them put back together right the first time, every time.

On mine, the brand new needle will stick closed if the tractor sits for more than 24 hours. Float's not sticking. Tried multiple needles and seats. Tap on the carb and it works fine.

Continuing Saga of SH that wouldn't start cold

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