How to Adjust the Valves on a Riding Lawn Mower

[@ADRASTEIA03]

Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower kzbin.infoUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.

[@pumpkinpeanut1]

Thank you very much! Your explanation of when to adjust the gap on the intake valve is the best that I've seen on KZbin. You did a great job of explaining when to adjust those valves! Thanks again, Thomas.

[@margottamayhem9280]

Thank you for sharing. My valves were the same as yours. My zero turn mower was bogging down when going through the grass. I have never done this before. It was pretty simple thanks to your video. It's running really good now.

[@davidbraun2989]

Thomas , at 4:00 you're backwards about the locknut and the adjuster . The center bolt is the lock and the outer nut is used to adjust the gap (lash) . You're correct in the specs , well within factory spec's. Nice shop . Hope this helps .

[@AB67]

Very thorough and basic, straight to the point! Thanks, since I watched MANY videos here on this same topic, yours was a fairly comprehensive vid and explained things in laymen's terms.

[@bluegrallis]

Anytime one valve is open, you can adjust the other one. You don't have to adjust them both at the same time by finding TDC of the compression stroke.

[@NewJerusalemTimes]

That's what I do. Quick, easy, and accurate.

[@xsaviorfreeman5610]

You should do more videos u get straight to the point

[@dpramas]

The best video on valve adjustment on a riding lawn mower. There are other videos out there that contain wrong information ( I am an engineer).

[@rodneyjarrell1247]

Bro thanks for not thinking ,I already know all the steps ,simple but detailed video

[@fundamentallybroken4194]

Just got an old Simplicity Regent 16H with the 16 HP Kohler engine, it would struggle to get up even the lowest grade on my lawn. Did the valve adjustment, and it really woke up! Doesn't feel like it's going to stall when I turn on the blades anymore.

[@fg5605]

Make more videos!!!!!!!!! You are a great KZbin video composure, You got to the topic quickly without giving us your life story first, the explanation of the topic was detailed, and the information repetition was just as good.

[@undeadmetalhead9966]

Straight to the point and full of good information.

[@badteestore]

First time doing it and was very simple and saved me cash! Thanks man!

[@draganmihalj7234]

pregledao sam na desetine videa na tu temu , vas je najbolji sažet i precizan. Hvala puno .

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

savršeno, hvala na gledanju.

[@JoseAntonio-pb7nd]

This video was a great help thank you for explaining it! Right to the point!

[@daved.4740]

Best explanation I've seen/heard!!!

[@edwincolon4219]

Best valve adjustment video I have seen yet thanks

[@keithbillings9544]

Great video, great job explaining everything!!

[@amccarley8659]

Thank you for the simple explanation.

[@Honestandtruth007]

i like that , it is short and easy to follow and precise to the points. Thank you Brian God bless

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

thanks for watching! god bless you!

[@INTERNA9]

Best short video ever.. even I got this! Thanx a lot

[@charlotteantiquepowerengin6277]

Finally! I combed through videos until I found yours. Great.

[@louannwatt4447]

Thanks for not wasting our time.

[@jeffgrau5482]

Will this make it seem like the starter is bad. Hard to crank over ?

[@lmd6204]

Yep, that is definitely a sign of the clearances off.

[@marcoguzman1988]

thanks, your video helped me a lot, I saved a lot of money

[@crawling86]

You are da man!

[@jeffdyrland2795]

Perfect explanation man! 👍🏻

[@davidsantos1303]

You are the best, thank you

[@anthonymrbs]

Thanks for a great tutorial. This saved the day for me.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

you got it, thanks for watching.

[@normanmay1099]

Perfectly explained

[@billshedd55]

Rotate the engine until one valve is fully open and then adjust the other valve. When one is open, the other is closed. No need for finding TDC.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

its best to not have pressure on any valve when adjusting. tdc is not required, but the valve your adjusting, floating is. thanks for watching.

[@uglycasanova3834]

Thanks for confirming I've watched 5 vids on the topic, 2 of which stating that the 1st valve to move is the intake. Happy to say I now have compression 🙏🏿

[@kernster41]

great video just not sure where exactly your putting the screw driver to check the piston placement

[@billdoyle5019]

Great, simple video instructions!!

[@sidrojoe]

Great video, very helpful, thank you very much.

[@michaelleone1957]

BEST VIDEO YET. THANKS.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

thanks for watching!

[@BillyTpower]

So basically turn engine until both valve rockers float at the same time then bring piston to tdc then adjust. Correct? It’s not necessary to worry about what stroke it’s on because if both valve rockers are floating then it’s on compression. Correct? Do I have an understanding, or am I way off base?

[@creepyzeek1]

Yes, you are correct. Youve answered your own question within your question

[@kswift672000]

I have a Kohler 7000 with 4 valves 2 on either side of the engine going to try your technique ... also once I achieve tdc is 1/4 turn more The golden rule or can the adjustment be made at tdc without a 1/4 turn more? I’ve been struggling try to get this adjustment correct mower is having difficulty turning over it’s a struggle to get it started! To much compression is my issue! I take spark plugs out and motor over just fine! Put them back in oh boy half turn then stops or full turn and stops it gets on my nerves!!!! But I’m determined to fix my baby so I’m headed to the garage now to operate👍🏾

[@farrellnuszjr9216]

Thank you.

[@slikballa]

thanks for the video you detailed it very nice on how to perform this

[@kyesniper]

Aren't you supposed to set TDC on the compression stroke?

[@hellothere1730]

I have a 21hp briggs and Stratton engine. How do I select witch gauge to use? Also, do you do this to both valves? Thanks for your help. It's greatly appreciated!

[@ryanmcgouirk2655]

Good motor I have one on a Murray it is a toque monster

[@dalesacuratlx6517]

🇨🇦 Great video!!

[@ELVISRN1]

PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

thank you,,, thank you very much. ( thanks elvisrn1 )

[@driverulalex]

Do you have to drain the oil?

[@8307c4]

Yes sir, thank you!!!

[@stephenpowell100]

Nice! Appreciate the video.

[@paulblackburn931]

You one of the guys that are missing steps on adjusting them.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

or its just that easy, haha its not hard at all. the video explains all you need to do. don't over think it. thanks for watching

[@jedediahbc]

Informative video thank you.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

thanks for watching

[@rosado1013]

Very helpful ! I check mine but when they are adjusted 4 and 6 the Engine do not start, the starter crank but do not turn it get stuck, have to adjust it more so it start, have you any idea whats hapenig? I think have exces of wear on crankshaft or valves rods

[@nicke1903]

15.5hp Kohler 4 and 6 still a good clearance

[@leroyhelton7011]

is that a metric or standard feeler gauge?

[@TheBillp603]

Specs are in inches, so 0.004" & 0.006"

[@justindunlow8688]

It helped me out alot 👍

[@keenowl1410]

Awesome

[@stevedavis7070]

I have a craftsman tractor model #917.256552. On page 3 of owners manual it says : "Valve Clearance Not Adjustable" Does this mean I cannot adjust the valves like you did in video?

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

that is correct. if yours sounds out of time or popping , then you will prob need new rockers. thanks for watching.

[@stevedavis7070]

Thanks for the advice Thomas

[@dm7097]

Is this something that has to be done only when there are issues? Or should it be checked as part of routine maintenance?

[@slimyslots4981]

dm7097 you should check the clearance on the value every couple of years so they don’t go out of adjustment

[@dm7097]

@@slimyslots4981 Thank You.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

I do it every 50 hours. thanks for watching!

[@dm7097]

@@thomasbriansavingmoney thanks for the reply!

[@dennissutter4322]

generally only when you have issues for newer mowers. but, older engine's will need adjustment once a year.

[@Brandon_Jackson]

Thanks boss!

[@johnneilson5927]

The valves on my 15hp Koehler engine does’t have a lock screw on the valve adjustment It has a regular bolt head.

[@kylerice9967]

Have you run across Kohler non adjustable valve. I have a 16 hp that backfires but have no set screw to adjust the valves?

[@MattTigers]

Krohler command has hydraulic lifters, and are not adjustable. You might need a carb rebuild.

[@vanessalopez4212]

Would that be a reason why my riding lawn mower wont start , i changed out the gasket on the valve cover and now it wont start could it be because valves are out of placement ?

[@williehenderson538]

Do you know if it’s just like 13 hp

[@Petebootyfudge5312]

very informative. I'm going to adjust mine tomorrow. it backfires thru the carb and wont start.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

this is the fix for those problems, keep us posted how it works for you, and anything you run into. it will help others, thanks for watching.

[@leroyhelton7011]

I've adjusted the valves and its still does the same thing. I checked the sheer pin and it looks fine. I'm at a loss and getting ready to call a pro, any ideas?

[@leroyhelton7011]

Tinmania I have not had a chance to get back to that job due to a health issue. I will let you know.

[@leroyhelton7011]

I can start it when I adjust the valves but it usually won’t start once I turn it off.

[@josephabboud6229]

Does the set screw come with a new rocker arm because I ordered new rocker arms from John deere and I forgot to ask about that damn set screw because whoever did it last sheered off that set screw?

[@itsabuscus1619]

Right on man! Thanks!

[@joesphbaumgardner4579]

@Thomas Brian. I was curious with a simple fast question. Do valves cause a issue where gas can feed back out breath tube and also gas in oil? I am attempting to narrow down my nightmare. Past month I brought 3 used Nikki carbs and rebuilt them.Every one I put on my mower floods engine when started. I got a shut off gas valve. But 30 sec when started engine dies and gas is all in engine bad and oil. Strickly carb issue or valves can play a part in my issue? Yard Machine 2007 rider 17.5 Briggs I/C. Nikki carb 799727. Just curious if valves would cause a issue like I explained gas wise and flood. Keep in mind I put 3 original used rebuilt Nikki carbs on it and same issue. Rebuilt as in fully gutted, full clean and full original haul kit put in.

[@johnwallacemcclure1143]

I need to get a valve adjusting bolt and can't figure out where to find one anywhere. What exactly is that bolt called. Maybe that's my problem, just don't know how to ask ebay for the part.

[@adanvaldcontreras4283]

Set both at 4 thousands. Taryl fixes all. Look it up.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

i think 4 would be a little sluggish. i like 2-3 but to each his own, thanks for watching.

[@frankhernandez672]

There's your dinner

[@JeffFanning]

Do you take out spark plug ?

[@kswift672000]

Does this work for Husqvarna 2654 twinn valves koholer 7000 series?

[@michaelbaldwin4879]

So with a 2-cylinder, I take it you do it the exact same way???

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

yes, but be sure to check the valve clearance specs, they will not be the same. ( which gauge to use ) thanks for watching.

[@countryfamilyalways7280]

I believe my two cylinder 691V is the same for both cylinders

[@offietyson3475]

My ridding lawn mower when I come off clutch it cut off when I ingage the blade it cuts off?

[@kylewise7898]

Which one is exhaust and which one is intake

[@gtracing1586]

Hello, i have a 1998 toro with a kohler Motor, but it’s two cylinder. Would you do the exact same thing just there is two instead of one? The problem I have is turning it over. It spins maybe twice and will stop, and then will start.

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

yes correct. make sure the valves are 2 and 4. i think they are, but look it up to be sure. if i remember right they call for adjustment ever about 60 hours. we never do, ha. but it is what it is. great question. thanks for watching.

[@gtracing1586]

thomas brian haha every 60… ours has 910 on it😂

[@DerickZ28]

Darn I always thought hanging was just too tight.

[@jacobbowers8192]

What are the numbers for 24 hp

[@raggedyanngirl45]

The valve wont move on my craftsman riding mower...what to do next

[@nicholassmith3850]

What's a TDC?

[@rickysaenz5376]

4 and 6 what

[@lmd6204]

.004 and .006 feeler gauges

[@jasonlonsbury1940]

Is there a gaaket in there

[@kylewise7898]

My mower has four valves

[@carlosjimz]

0:38 the exhaust valve just opened not closed

[@kylewise7898]

Hey can you help

[@georgelambert8850]

In the beginning you said crack the bolt and adjust the torx and at the end you said the opposite. The idea of an instructional video is to clarify not confuse. clearances are to be followed not plus or minus or whatever. Good try though.

[@MrUnix-cu9yy]

About time. Thanks. 😊

[@kellyt5056]

most helpful video on this thanks brother

[@thomasbriansavingmoney]

you got it, thanks for watching.