Craftsman Tecumseh Governor Linkage Spring Locations

[@nateroth1302]

I have to say, I have turned wrenches on diesels for over 20 years now and these dang carb linkages mess me up more often than not. Thanks for the quick and simple video, to the point and I didn't have to listen to someone talk about how well it cuts grass.

[@LilRedDog]

Every video I watched said the linkage went into the second hole on the carb... Even though I could see that it had been in the first hole (I figured someone had 'worked' on it and put it in the wrong hole because the spring plate, on the carb was bent). Mower ran like crap so I figured after watching videos on replacing vs. cleaning it was worth less than my time to replace it than clean it. Figuring a new carb should have everything back to spec, I straightened the spring plate. Every video, also, said the spring went to the governor top hole and the linkage went into the bottom hole. It was way over revving. Thank you for setting the record straight. New carb, now runs like new and I can hear the governor slow down the speed immediately after it starts. Thank you for preventing me from blowing up my mower!

[@antonjames8405]

this is the best youtube video devoted to the specific challenge as to where to put the carburettor linkages ...I like many others am just an average Joe who likes to 'tinker ' around , trying to fix stuff and forgot to take pics before I so easily and excitedly began the disassembly ...you saved me a lot of grief ....good video and thanks

[@bostonlover6080]

Fantastic help; you saved my lawnmower from the scrap metal bin, thanks.

[@AKHyder01]

Great video. Just rebuilt the carb and forgot which hole to put the governor linkage into -- you gave me a quick and easy answer. Very helpful.

[@howtheheliru]

Happened to see this video, while currently working on my tecumseh lawn mower engine. Wondering if you know how to turn up the thottel ? My toro has no thottel adjustment.

[@JoeZyzyx]

thanks, the best linkage for these older tecumseh mowers on the youtube channels.

[@riggs568]

Awesome ty so much man. Everyone wants to pull the carb but not show how to reassemble the linkage. Video was just what i needed!

[@davetastik]

Thanks for the info. I wish youtube was around when I was younger

[@thebrad271]

Wow thanks for taking time to make just that kind of video for us with a short memory😂 I appreciate it.👍

[@marshaharvey5254]

cleaned carb. Put it back. Linked up right. This may be dumb question but when is this governor supposed to move?

[@jameshurley182]

Thanks, Il pulled my old carb off to replace and forgot how to get these back together. It was perfect.

[@farkinarkin5099]

My governor rods got disconnected when I removed the carb and intake manifold. The old craftsman is similar to this. Thanks, got it hooked up right, and started it on the first pull. P.S. All I needed to do was clean out the jet, so removal of the unit wasn't necessary ... but i did take the opportunity to give the whole thing a good cleaning.

[@rapskallion]

Smart , informative video. This is as good as it gets. You probably know how many people are asking this question. I used to sell auto parts. I know how many are asking this question.

[@neverson42]

Thank you. The 2nd spring on my mower popped off while I was disassembling the carb for repair.

[@jeffhocevar7921]

Hi, came back to Michigan to help my parent during this epidemic and need to mow the yard. Well, attempted to clean the carb and the linkage wire fell off. Not sure where to connect it too. It is from a craftsman Eager 1 4pm. It appears to connect to the top hole and not sure where to connect to on the other side. Is it the hole you connect it here? Model of mower is 917.383410 and engine is 143.364062. High and low is a round nob with and arrow on it. Than’ you for any help, stay healthy.

[@innocenttigga256]

Very clear and to the point explanation & video. Well done!

[@jgb0223]

Hey doublewide 6 I picked up a craftsman pressure washer with a similar carb setup. It doesnt appear the throttle does anything but engage the choke. Pretty sure there should be a high and low on the engine but I can't seem to see where the throttle engages the butterfly. Do you have something that shows where the throttle is attached to this carb?

[@blackmasta71]

jgb0223 i am also looking for this info

[@dh.mowersblowersservicesll4061]

So I have the linkage set up the correct way and this motor is screaming at me definitely running to high ... I tried adjust the screw nothing happens an the tang that the spring is attached too an moving the governor arm up an down nothing seems to work can u give any more ideas or what I might doing wrong thanks

[@TJonMaxx1]

thanks Man my bro took apart the carb but I didn't see how he removed the springs after I installed the carb it wouldn't run until I watched this and fixed the orientation of the spring. thanks!!

[@madmike4]

Great job !! Thats exactly what i was looking for . Someone had it hooked up wrong .

[@Daniel-en1dq]

Thank you! I didnt take a picture and you saved me from the guessing game!

[@richardinfusino8550]

Thank you for making this video! It saved my bacon yesterday!

[@Rickscrux]

thanks. You saved me. I removed without paying attention to where the links connect.

[@nickhale264]

Saved my bacon! Like others forgot to take a photo of the links before stripping the carb!

[@sirhanreid5896]

Thank you so so much, that information is so hard to come by, really saved me

[@SuperJahBlaze]

Thank you I was exactly looking for this video !!!! Now can’t find the spring ??? Wonder if any other spring works cuz I can’t find the exact one ??

[@micpep]

Springs just pops out when i took the cover off and both arms felt. Just what i needed.

[@patti5444]

How to you attach wire to throttle thingy, my small wire came loose and won’t stay started, thank you

[@ARIZJOE]

Thanks! It's easy if you know what holes to stick your rods into.

[@carabela125]

Thanks ! I got a free mower with the linkage done wrong and was able to fix it.

[@Trauzzinator]

Thanks for making it clear for me. I had the linkages in the opposite spots on the governor arm, silly me.

[@mikehaisell4301]

My Tecumseh is on a Mastercraft and is different. Can I send you a photo? It looks like you have taken of the tin part that holds the cable throttle control.

[@steverogers1976]

But DW6, how does the run/stop lever connect to those connections??

[@hlholden]

you saved me $130. if you're ever in San Antonio I owe you lunch.

[@StevilCee]

This helped me twice in one week lol Thanks!

[@danielegden3083]

Thank you so much! Could not figure out where to put these linkages after changing a fuel line

[@michaelwesely3674]

Thank you for showing us how its done.

[@ejkoford5303]

The breather hose to the right of the governor.... interferes with the governor... how is that little plastic box that connects the breather secured up out of hte way?

[@pascalturgeon1477]

Hi, I have an issue with cold starting my mower with a Tecumseh engine. Actually it starts, but I need little help from someone that needs to play the governor while I'm pulling the cord. Once the engine is warm, no issue to start it back alone. Also, the engine seems to work just fine otherwise. I wonder if it could be caused by a worn spring without enough tension. What do you think?Type or paste your English text here and click on the "Check Text" button.

[@doublewide6]

Sounds like the choke is not shutting all the way, so the mixture is not rich enough to start. Is the air filter in the air cleaner box? Some mowers will not start without it.

[@pascalturgeon1477]

doublewide6 It is in the box for sure. Not so sure it is that clean though.

[@doublewide6]

Remove the dirty air filter and place a clean dry folded washcloth in the air box and see if it will start. Look in the carb and make sure choke is shutting all the way. Also, Watch my videos on how to start a snowblower that won't start, or search my channel for lawnmower carburetor repair. Preform a carburetor cleaning and post back the results.

[@whitedime]

can you help me? mine is going from very low idle right to full throttle

[@pctek3511]

Old vid still works great! Thanks!

[@owelaine]

I needed this! Thank you.

[@uccoskun]

This is exactly what I'm looking for

[@swamijis1]

Thank you ,very clearly explained best vid keep them coming God Bless

[@dandebby]

Great vid, really helped me out ! Thanks a lot !

[@rapskallion]

Excellent communication. Thanks!

[@murraymacneill2545]

And where does the throttle cable go?

[@ericfuentes7163]

Man you're the best!

[@williamlamb-ub2mf]

Thanks! Super helpful!

[@thomasadams8703]

great vid helped me a lot ! very clear on details !

[@bobstu69]

Do you know where I can get a replacement governor spring for that model?

[@leaneteriaca3023]

I found one on e bay after looking everywhere.

[@sharma8100]

Thanks very helpful

[@dekonfrost7]

Just wanted to say thanks

[@bmark0610]

my revs and dies when going over long or wet grass. what do i adjust?

[@doublewide6]

bmark0610 Watch my carb cleaning videos on lawnmowers.

[@bmark0610]

doublewide6 I don't need a carb rebuild, I just rebuilt it. When i move the trottle switch on the top of the carb it revs nice, but i dont see where the adjustment is...

[@wierdful1]

+bmark0610 .. bend tab to make spring longer ... and in this video the choke spring is not in the proper position ...it should be close to the set screw ... I cannot see where the top of the spring is here

[@wierdful1]

+wierdful1 ...next . if more RPM is needed remove air cleaner and loosen screw on linkage arm ...sensitive adjustment warning ... move 1/16 in to stretch spring tighter and retighten

[@Stankgranny]

Can you do a video on where the gov is on a ridding craftsman

[@ThePheonix2009]

Two thumbs up -- Thanks for the vid.

[@conniemontjoy9753]

thanks great help

[@zoliszarka9240]

Thanks!

[@vinceking7878]

I have a tecumseh 40 centura s. The spring is different

[@alexkamp9611]

thanks, very helpful

[@kennedysingh3916]

Thank you very much

[@MaLeVoLeNcE13]

OMG TY

[@kevinshuman7342]

Thanks :)

[@shannonbrooks8834]

Need more Tang !

[@zazarays]

thx

[@Pushyhog]

when your making vids, have is so someone can take screen shot.

[@rickbowens8462]

Old school music

[@ericfuentes7163]

Try to monetise it

[@wrongmower]

Shaking my fist---- I dont like Tecumseh lol

[@doublewide6]

Why don't you like Tecumseh?

[@wrongmower]

The tinyest itty bitty thing can clog te The fuel tube, i know i know im griping lol :)

[@wrongmower]

Because there are times i cant find my smallest tip cleaner to make sure those holes are not clogged, but the larger engines on riding mowers are pretty good, the older small engines had a defect with the oil tube where it sticks into the engine, the rubber seal would not seat good.