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I had the wire off and the plug out on this one because it failed testing, and I didn't put the plug back in. Modern mowers *will not start* without holding he safety bar down. The ignition is grounded, and there is an engine brake on the flywheel, preventing it from starting. This is common misinformation that drives me crazy. The blade can jump a bit on the compression stroke. Wear gloves and you are good to go. 🙂

It was intended to show technique. It's how I get wheels off when they are stuck, and it works nearly every time. You are right, more rust=more time hammering on it.

It's Briggs part #5021K and it includes the diaphragm, spring and retainer. 👍

I appreciate it, but I kinda like it just the way it is

Thanks 👍 I had a torque converter sitting on the shelf but I was trying to keep it under budget and most people buying something like this don't know the difference. I live around the corner from GPS so... no shipping costs. They are really fun people there, nearly all of them are racers.

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Well there's a difference for sure. Lol there not far from me either. There customer service is another story 😂

@MinibikeAbe-89 I have always had good experiences with them. I know things can go wrong but they have covered 1or 2 bad orders for me with no problems, even when they told me it was wrong while I was buying it and I did it anyway 🤣

@@GuysPlayingWithTools A wise man once said "as a racer if your not lying, cheating, or stealing you ain't winning" 😭😂

@MinibikeAbe-89 I raced when I was younger, and I never did any of those things (or never got caught anyway) 🤣

Did it look pretty easy? (I think it's easy)

@ very easy. Anytime I’ve done it , it’s been straight forward

@almclean4835 It's pretty much bolt for bolt 4 times with a possible blade adapter. This is as complicated as I have ever seen

I agree 100%, they are great frames. I am a huge fan of the Briggs Quantum but(believe it or not) the old Tecumseh had a bigger crank.

@GuysPlayingWithTools 1in/25mm x 3-5/32", 3/16" keyway, Tapped 7/16-20

@SmallEngineNut You know this motor well. I like Tecumseh motors enough, but not enough to bother with one that has a broken rod, and whatever else it took with it on the way out 👍

I have it away with the gray frame. If I rebuilt the motor, it would still be an old Tecumseh lol

I broke one taking the old motor off, but it was scrap anyway. 😁

Bruce told me I needed that lift for 6 months before I got it, it's a game changer. 🙂

Yeah, the adapter was too long on the Quantum and the Tecumseh had a smaller shaft. Still an easy swap

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Briggs and Kawasaki are opposite on the carb and exhaust side. Had some figguring to do to keep from burning the plastic chute off on the Snapper it went on. Guess it's still running fine but not here.

@lewiemcneely9143 no news is good news. 🙂

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Right! Toots is home from the girls day gone so no bail boney to collect. We husbands always have to ask each other if we still have some in reserve.

@lewiemcneely9143 🤣Yes we do

Yeah they are. This mower got the best of both worlds

Guilty, I caught it later. I wanted to use the adapter from the blown motor but It was a smaller shaft and different keyway.

It was a Tecumseh, you don't see those blown very often

@@GuysPlayingWithToolsthey almost always blow because of low oil taking Uncle Rodney out for dinner.

Yeah, guilty! I was too caught up in thinking about the adapter and all the other details

Bill, your not the only guy that has done that! (Just ask me how I know). 😉

​@@rogermcdonald1607 I didn't think anything of it, I was busy worrying about all the other details and making sure it was safe. @!%$@!# happens LOL

I am editing this because you were right, I was thinking too much about ground clearance and everything and missed it on the checklist! I am going out to flip it now, even though it's in storage until Spring

I had to use the puller to get the adapter off the motor I threw away, that's a 3 doughnut job every time

@@GuysPlayingWithTools gotcha👍🏾

@almclean4835 Happy New Year to you and yours too 🥳

@@Big_Johns I don't heal like I used to 🤣

LoL Bill, I know the feeling brother.

@Big_Johns I flipped the blue 212 minibike in a field a couple of months ago, I had full gear on, and it still hurt a LOT 🤣

🤣🤣 Yep, we're not 12 anymore.

@Big_Johns No we aren't. Age taught me to have fun that doesn't require a trip to the emergency room. 🙄🤣

I was surprised at how stretched it was, the new chain was the same size and tight. Having GPS 10 miles away is great, I see them at least once a week.

@wallerbryan It was late, and I didn't want to run to the auto parts store for a 1/4 ID plug, so I heated up a rubber tube and pinched off the end. It made an impromptu plug 👍

I am pretty sure it sat and then they tried to get it running, the giveaway is the crazily stretched chain. The new one had the same number of links and was tight.

I have 2 sitting on the shelf waiting for the next place to put them and 2 go karts on the trailer for this week... It's gonna be a fun week

@larryz24 They are a good engine and harbor freights just had a one day sale on the 212cc for $89 and change!

That's where the 2 on the shelf came from 😁

It's perfect for bouncing around offroad, lots of bottom end and big tires.

The short one was stretched beyond hope so I replaced it. 👍

It went really well. I was sure it would fight harder than it did 🙂

Everybody loves the Beatles! 😁 You can tell I spend too much time in the garage making videos, one of my presents was a new tire bead blaster. LOL I have everything I need to change little(big?) tires now!

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Your Sweetie is taking care of you! Your garage time is well spent!

I look forward to it every day. 🙂

@@GuysPlayingWithTools I'd dare say you would!

@lewiemcneely9143 I have what might be the easiest go-kart project yet on the floor now. I can't wait till morning. 😁

I have a Yard Machines mower with a pitiful deck and a Briggs flathead. It volunteered it's motor on the next video. 👍

When I got mine, I was also worried about leaks. Adding the air system keeps a vacuum inside when it's running, so nothing leaks out. It's a negative pressure system that way so leaks would come in rather than out. I added the vent on the top for more air flow, that helps keep the flying dust to a minimum while it's rubbing and makes it easier to see what you are doing inside.

I went Mad Max, it ended up being a really cool toy. 👍

I pulled the motor and put a Quantum on it, the rest was worth saving. 👍

We think alike. The next video is exactly that. 🙂

Be sure you disconnect the spark plug wire before spinning any blade!

It was cold outside, and I dropped the ball on this one. I rarely see a Tecumseh with a broken connecting rod.

Good point. The engine brake and safety wire should prevent it from starting, but it could kick during the compression stroke, and that can be enough to get hurt. (The plug was out for the video). 👍

I pulled the motor and am using a Quantum motor from a mower with an ugly frame. I bolted the motor to the ugly frame and put it online for free.

This one is guilty of being a Tecumseh 🤣

@GuysPlayingWithTools but you say it's always the carburetor lol

@themowerman Ok, let's see.. the carb leaned out and locked the mower? (the lack of oil was just a coincidence) 🤣

Thanks 😁

Thanks. I have done about 20 of them since this video came out, and it works every time without eating up my fingers. I👍

🤣 I like the body but the motor is done motoring for sure. I was seriously thinking about taking the Quantum off a mower I did a few weeks ago. It's a great motor on a yardman(yuck) frame

@ Quantum is always a good choice 👍

@haneyoakie14 it's on an ugly frame anyway, maybe I will toss it on a better one tomorrow

All made me get a little dangerous, that's what buddies are for 🤣

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My wife was not happy about it either. I was waiting for her to say "if your buddies tell you to jump off a bridge..." 🤣

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Today you got your way, and it was 🧑‍🎄

Yeah, when I get them, those parts are almost always gone. People change the belts, and that's usually the end for those guards. 🙄

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There was a sale today, so I have 2 predator motors sitting in the corner. Hmmm

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Going to make a V--2! See how you are!

It's the size of the motors that makes it hard. I am in the mood for something different though.

@@GuysPlayingWithTools Small block 400.

Maybe with a Camaro or something that size 😁

Santa can drive a flying sleigh, a go kart is easy peasy. 😁

I did the test ride on my birthday, that made it even more fun. (That's how I dress when I am not wrenching) 🙂

When I stop having fun, I will stop making videos(that won't be any time soon) 🙂 I am shopping for a house in Indiana, I might be doing snow equipment next year

It sounds right, and hops right along with bigger jets

I don't care who you are, that's funny! 🤣

JANE! STOP THIS CRAZY THING!

Ruh-roh!

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@@stevenmartin4632 No kidding. They probably have a total manufacturing cost of $15