jeepman 0 #1 Posted December 7, 2009 this is not running properly it surges now that it's cold and we have snow on it's way in IL this ran perfectly this summer run the snow thrower and everything now it's hard starting and surges to the point you can't run it any help!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankB 16 #2 Posted December 8, 2009 Hopefully you'll get a batter answer than mine. Spark plugs? (probably not 'cause you've probably already replaced them...) Fuel system? Carb? Time to go through it? Are there any places where air can leak in between the carb and engine? Loose manifold connection? Vacuum hose? Do these have a crankcase breather? Air leaks here dilute the air/fuel mix and can lead to surging and hard starting. best, hank Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rideawaysenior 25 #3 Posted December 8, 2009 Sounds like a dirty carb to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #4 Posted December 8, 2009 If you have not run it since summer and left the fuel (even a few weeks) it can clog up the carb passages and you will need to clean it. They are more complicated than the kohlers so be sure to remember how you took it off. The top comes off and the bottom stays attached. Good luck- Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #5 Posted December 8, 2009 Before you take apart the carb watch the throttle on the carb and the governer spring, see what is going on....when it is running and when you hear the surge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
