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Originally Posted by jfaison
As always, I really appreciate the great advice. The advice I have received on this site has helped me get the tractor running. Now this problem has shown up (as described in my thread about the 782 carb question.
I watched a YouTube video that showed how to do a compression test. The mechanic used the term dry test when testing the compression after the 10 to 15 minute warm-up. THe followed up with a wet test where he poured a tablespoon of oil into the spark plug hole.
Quick question: I read through the engine diassembly section after reading about the compression test. Do I need to remove the engine to remove the head and check the valve? Or to check valve clearances? Being a newbie at this, I am trying to learn and try to fix it.
I have looked for several years to find a good small engine mechanic for this old engine but have not found anyone interested in working on it.
Thank you for the advice.
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Nope, you can remove the head as well as remove the valve cover (to check valve clearance) with the engine still in the tractor.
You are well on your way to being your own small engine mechanic
