Update today ACR
Heres where we are:
Took off the inspection plate at the cam gear with the dipstick sticking out. Turned the engine slowly to look at the gear/weights/spring assembly. The spring was in place, however, the tab was bent down. I have no idea how it got bent down, but I place a flat blade screwdriver under it and eased it back up straight. Put it back together and had compression release like it should.
A few tries with the starter and it fired up. I had overhauled the carb, but I did not have the parts to rebuild the vertical throttle shaft. It has lots of wear and is loose, even jiggles around while its running. So needless to say it did not run well and trying to adjust the jets was a waste of time with this slop in the shaft.
I did, however, idle it down slow and drove it around the yard and engaged the mower deck. Inspite of running VERY rough, it seemed to have plenty of power and ran the mower ok. It was pleased the hydrostat worked as did the lift.
So, a little more work on the carb and I think we are on the home stretch. Its been a fun and learning day for this ole man.
I'm thankful for everyones help too!
Dave
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