HOW TO Make Your Tecumseh SNOWKING Engine Idle & Stop Surging

HOW TO Make Your Tecumseh SNOWKING Engine Idle & Stop Surging
If all else fails try this simple procedure. This is for the Tecumseh Snowking snowblower engine with a fixed air mixture screw.
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[@fiveFISHfive]

7½ years later and you're still performing miracles! I was at my wits end and thought I had tried everything, cleaned the carb, drained the gas, refilled with premium & watched countless useless videos until I found this one ... My Toro 826LE's never run this good!!!! ... THANK YOU!!!!

[@932511ajm]

who knew a 12 year old video would save the day. Many thanks!

[@jimwilson4043]

you are a credit to your profession, you willingly share your knowledge on small engine repairs when most will not

[@davidwillis5016]

People that won't share are just selfish and don't rely on kindness getting them business, but they want to rely on selfishness-good luck with that program, I say that because karma is a real thing!

[@newf4us]

Donyboy, Used our 8 hp Tecumseh snowblower last weekend - was surging and would not idle at slower speeds. I asked my neighbor - he suggested the Internet. I did a search and found your video tip. Spent about half an hour checking / cleaning the the non adj fixed jet and that smaller screw with the rubber cap. Used your wire technique and the snowblower fired on the first lull and runs great - THANKS SO MUCH!!!

[@NamarasaPodcast]

who's here because theres 12" coming in to NY metro area? :) Love your videos!

[@donyboy73]

cool lol

[@Jet300ss]

Just tried this on a 2007 11HP Snow King that sat last winter without use and did not want to start. I cleaned the carb, bowl, jet, & installed a new E3.10 spark plug, She was popping and surging at high throttle and surging badly on low. Removed the screw & found the orifice completely plugged. Used a bread twist tie wire & some carb cleaner to clear the orifice & reinstalled She now purrs like a kitten with an nice smooth idle (for a Tecumseh) at low with no surging!!! Thanks a bunch!!!

[@MrGuessLucky]

Tried everything to make my Craftsman 8hp snowblower stop surging & backfiring. This tip took me 10 minutes and that tiny hidden screw was causing the problem. Once cleaned, the engine got enough gas & now runs perfect! Thank You!

[@donyboy73]

thanks for the comment, nice to know it's helping out!

[@gerardlunow567]

May as well leave a comment. I have a 621E and has been doing well in Wisconsin. I had a 826 E in the shed for 10 years. I pulled it out and the engine crazy revved. Time to clean it up and put it back to work. With all the strange weather nowadays, I may need it!!! It almost looks new. Thanks for your videos.

[@donyboy73]

Right on

[@realcrashjr]

LIFE SAVER!!!! I was getting ready to take the whole damn carburetor apart. This worked for my tecumseh generator.

[@jimthurler7051]

Wow! Thank you so much! This worked on my Tecumseh. No more surging/stopping. Took 20 minutes and I am not usually a "fix it" guy. Ready for the next snowstorm in WI

[@randytoni3871]

Last winter (worst in years) my 14 year old Mastercraft (Tecumseh 8.5) started surging at all speeds. Trying to troubleshoot now to prep for winter. Fixed the primer line (split ends) and checked everything else that I could. No luck. Found this video tip and nailed it. The screw ports didn't even look dirty - couple seconds with a nylon bristle (that's all I had to work with). Bolted it all back together and fired up - smooth idle and top speed and all the way thru. Thank you for taking the time to put this out there. Saved me a lot of grief and probably a few $.

[@dennisbabcock5315]

I just wanted to add my thanks to you for making this video. Had the surging and following your directions was able to cure the issue. I really appreciate you taking the time to make the video for all of us out here. Major props to you.

[@troynicholas363]

I feel the same. Thank you.

[@TheLosiracer]

My snowblower has been surging bad. I did this and it runs perfect! Thank you very much for taking the time to make all of these videos!!

[@chrisf7574]

Hey man, I just wanted to thank you for your video. I’ve had this problem on my cub cadet snowblower for over 5 years. The light would even flash along with the surge of the engine. I’ve cleaned out the carb jets multiple times and have done hours of research. I even had a snowblower repair shop come pick it up and they quoted me $600 on some bs repairs. Nothing was wrong except this. Thank you again!!!!!

[@david6139]

Wow! It does work! I've been worried for 4 years about this surging on my Tecumseh OH 358 snow blower engine. I tried this today and 15 minutes later I'm fixed. Runs like new! This man knows his stuff!

[@stevensapyak7971]

12.31.13. I have a 8hp Tecumseh on an MTD that was surging the last 2yrs. Did your trick & I also used carb spray in the hole before I replaced the jet. No more surge! (Mid-Mich)

[@ironman5454]

You are the best donyboy !! I got my 20 year old Tecumseh running like a champ again thanks to you, your informative, well produced videos - not to mention your replies/support. Thanks yet again !!

[@gspirit63]

15 year old slowblower now purrs like a kitten thanks to you. It hadn't run in 3 years due to a broken starter motor bracket and it typically wouldn't start the first time in a season any other way. I welded up the bracket earlier in the fall and was pleased that the machine still ran - though not well. Followed this video and a small tweek on the idle screw and the machine runs better than I ever remember it. And it starts on less than a full pull.

[@chadvalk]

Thank you! Snowblower was running rough yesterday and I found your video and this worked perfectly. Purring engine once again.

[@dickrivers4635]

Took 15 minutes and worked perfectly. Thanks for the clear instructions.

[@dalegribble60]

My 20+ year old snowblower gets a gas treatment every spring and gets fresh oil/gas and a spark plug cleaning each fall. First snow fall and it's surging like crazy. Still works but c'mon, I maintain all my toys. Found this video and followed the instructions....well holey dang, it's purring like a kitten now!! Like everyone before me, I wish to give you BIG thanks on this tip. You've saved me $$$ and a trip to the shop....not to mention the embarrassment from the neighbours! Keep up the good work!

[@JPE182]

Thanks! Just bought a used 1028 that was surging and this solved it, super easy fix. Was worried the carb was shot but nope! Appreciate the video!

[@imhorto]

You are my hero! I wasted a lot of time with other "fixes" for my surging Tecumseh snowblower. Yours actually worked!! Thank you.

[@ryandegeorge8290]

I have an Ariens 1024. Been suffering with this surge for many many years. Tried gumout into the intake, gas additive, seafoam and Nothing. Found this vid, removed my cover and didn't see the screw. Low and behold it was on the left side of the carb. Removed it and it was plugged SOLID!!! Got it cleaned out with a wire brush bristle and SHE RUNS FANTASTIC!!! PROBLEM SOLVED! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tommyboy71]

I worked at Tecumseh for a couple of years. Amazed at the amount of engines they pumped out of from that little factory in New Holstein, Wisconsin

[@meccaturbo]

Donyboy, it's obvious that you are passionate about your small engine business - I think it's great what you do, and you provide a lot of great information to people so they can fix their engine problems. It makes no sense to toss out power equipment when so many of the fixes are simple, and with your expertise.

[@stanshelp1502]

Replace fuel line the proper way.Don?

[@stanshelp1502]

Also remount aluminum shield

[@electroddxful]

You not only a doctor you are the Master in what you do. Thanks

[@antisubae]

Thanks a million for this! My snow blower developed this surging problem today out of absolutely nowhere, and we've got snow in the forecast for the next couple days. Your video is the #1 Google result for "Tecumseh snow king engine surging" ...20 minutes later, my machine is running just like new. I would have tried everything else *but* this first. Eastern Maine extends its gratitude to our Northerly neighbor. :-)

[@janiceel9652]

Just used your video to stop surging of my snowblower Thanks!

[@donyboy73]

Glad I could help!

[@nelorao]

I just fixed my snow blower by following your instructions. Thank you so much.

[@tomhigle8626]

Thanks Dony. Your video was spot on. Fixed my Tecumseh powered snowblower in about 15 mins. It took more time to remove the shield than clean the jet.

[@Davewilliamson5w]

Had the same "surging" problem as everyone described. Pulled and cleaned the main jet in the bowl, checked for water, all the usual stuff including Gumout straight into the intake while running. NOTHING. Usually an air corrector jet gives little if rarely a problem. Stumbled onto your video while trying to search for any ideas I could find. Figured your idea was the one thing left I didn't actually do. Yanked a piece out of my wire brush and ran it through and blew it out with some carb cleaner. BAM!!! FIXED!!! Thanks a lot for a great video! Sure came in handy for a quick fix!! Took about 15 minutes tops.

[@donyboy73]

you're welcome, make sure you are subscribe Dave

[@kevinmcfadden9553]

I'm glad you had luck. I did all this stuff and it's still surging. So now what?

[@kevinmcfadden9553]

@@donyboy73 didn't work for me so now what?

[@ronstandley5635]

Thanks are in order - again. Yesterday I got my machine running and it started surging right away. I've never mastered 2-cycle carbs so I was thinking of ordering a repair kit when I remembered your videos. Once again, you've saved me some blue-money. I owe you a pint or two sir!

[@ronstandley5635]

Just sent $ your way. Thanks again.

[@vetterfellow]

Don; I just came into my house an am writing you. I performed this technique on my poorly running snow blower about 1 hour ago and it runs well now !! :-D. Thanks for your guidance MY Friend. Now I can't wait for Snow***. Just kidding !!!! about the SNOW. It's a good feeling when your machine runs good. Cheers !!***.

[@donyboy73]

thanks for watching, make sure to subscribe

[@butchmoretti6891]

I have been having the problem with surging for over a year with my snowblower,had the carb apart cleaned ect. never did I realize there were 3 holes in that screw as shown, cleaned,running better than ever! Thank you very much

[@cpasciuto]

Thanks. Worked like a champ. The machine idles like new now. I removed the screw, used and old tooth brush in the holes and put the screw in my ultrasonic cleaner. THANKS!!

[@MrStatic101]

Well spent a hour trying to get the old girl running tonight. Snow tomorrow. Once I got it running it was surging finally after tinkering for a while I gave up. While in the house I thought “hmm wonder if donnyboy has a fix?” Sure enough. Still hands down best instructional videos on the tube. Thanks man!!

[@TheScoundrel70]

Well, just pulled my snow-hoser out to grease and oil it, change the motor oil, and generally get it running. A White with an 8hp snow King. Surging! My 2 neighbor's brought theirs over for me to tune up, and both of theirs had the same issue. This was the fix for all three! This is my go-to channel for all mechanical mysteries and mischief. Thank you so much, I can't tell you how many times you have helped, and how much time and money you have saved me!

[@lansingsfinest4475]

Sean Lewis what kind of oil and what exactly is surging again

[@TheScoundrel70]

matt matney , I use Quaker state semi-synthetic high mileage 5w30. The surging is when the engine won't maintain a steady rpm and acts like you are opening and closing the throttle evenly and repeatedly every second or two. It's most noticeable at idle and low rpm, but still noticeable at operating rpm.

[@craiga.brockman8661]

Saved me at least $100. Thanks. Great videos. Organized. Close up, steady cam. Right-to-the-point. No hem and haw. Best how-to vids I’ve seen on youtube. Well done.

[@krakrtreacysr907]

I told myself that that hole at the end went thru,, couldnt get my wire thru,, so i second guessed and i was wrong... thanks again donnie,, really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us

[@decoysk]

just a little hint ! I use a torch cleaning wire set to clean out the jets of carbs. they work great !

[@spettro9]

*(MIG) welding torch not everybody knows what you mean

[@ironman5454]

I just bought an Oregon carb for my Tecumseh HMSK 80 snowblower motor and although it started with the 1st pull, it surged like crazy - watched the governor going back and forth etc.I remembered that you advised someone on one of these vids to try adjusting the bottom screw. I took this to mean the one underneath the bowl of the carb so I marked it and slowly backed it off (counter clockwise) about 1/2 a turn. Purs like a kitten now - simple !! Thank you yet again donyboy, you da man !!

[@fatmanz3]

Great video. Solved all my problems. Here's a nugget for ya's. The hole where you insert the wire is much LARGER than the size of the wire. A 28gauge wire fits inside (thru) snug. Thanks again.

[@2083urmo]

You dear Sir is a small engine genius! For two winter I struggle with my blower Surging , I dumped 2 cans of C foam in it and got no result , I drained my carb and tank twice ; Constantly putting high octane gas and yet my blower did not ran any better , I tried to get my Blower serviced back in November by Meetz in Waterloo Ontario , I would have had better luck finding Willy wonkier magic ticket , They were all booked up for the season, I then started to find an excess to convince my wife we need a new blower ,After watching this video I fixed that annoying issue in 3 minutes. Thanks ,

[@donyboy73]

you're welcome, make sure you are subscribed and greetings from Muskoka

[@markanderson8066]

Used this method this week & am back in business! THANK YOU! I watched a couple of your other ones and learned much about my machine!

[@Caillouxf]

I was set to buy a carb kit and rebuild it on my Arien 9526DLE but I decide to dig a bit on the net before, I didn't loose my time since this video nail exactly the problem! 15 minutes later the 9.5hp Tecumseh OHV engine purr like a Kitten! All I can say is Thank you for this video and all the other 697 you did !

[@Kntryhart]

Good tip! I checked the one in my snowblower engine...plugged solid! Thanks!

[@jimg7810]

Thank You!! My Tecumseh Snow king 10hp was surging and backfiring. Came on all of a sudden..thought it was bad gas. After cleaning the gas tank,carb seafoam and new spark plug same thing still happening. I didn't even see the little plug! Should have put my glasses on. But yes after a second look ..there it was. Removed and cleaned with wire brush strand soaked and compressed air. Thing runs like new! I also checked the oil after seeing the video with the cracked block! Crossing my fingers I get a few more years out of it. Thanks again for these videos!!

[@CrazyLegHeg]

I've had this same issue the past couple seasons, and even paid someone to 'tune up' the blower a few years ago. I just tried this and 10 minutes later I have a smooth running blower again. Thanks, it worked like a charm for me!

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

If you know someone who plays guitar, ask them for an old "B" string that they might have after changing strings. It's the perfect size for cleaning carbs!

[@saltybugger]

YOU Sir are a saviour. I watched your video and one other related and you were SPOT ON. It was the little screw on the side, right at the end inside the tip is a little teeny hole, when I squirted through it the pattern was horrible coming out. I took your idea with the wire brush wire and some carb cleaner and then I squirted through it again and it was easily double or more the output with the spray and the pattern was much tighter and centered. Thanks for the time you took to do this! Machine was just professionally serviced last year and it ran crummy this year. Saved me having to bring it back for service again!

[@lawrencekuhn9524]

FYI - I was having the exact same problem with the idle on my Tecumseh engine on my Ariens snow blower. I followed your recommendation exactly as demonstrated on your video and it now idles perfectly. Thank you!!!!!

[@marvinkillian5076]

thank you for the vid. This worked on my Toro mower with Suzuki 2 stroke engine. Likely works on many small engines. thank you again!

[@donyboy73]

YOU'RE WELCOME Marvin

[@jerryking6115]

I did this on a Coleman 5000 generator with a Tecumseh 10 HP and it completely solved the surging problem. Thanks!

[@NewEnglandgardening]

Thanks for the videos. I just fixed my surge problem in time for the coming snow storm. It was the bowl o-ring. It was all dried out and cracked. I did replace the bowl anyway and cleaned all the jets. It now runs at idle and no more surging. Thanks

[@supertrucker1960]

I have the same motor on my snowblower and it's surged for the last 2 winters. Good ideas in this video. I'll try this in September when I get stuff ready for winter. Thanks

[@brucehopkins782]

My Ariens with a tecumseh snow king was surging at idle/no load. When under load, it ran well. In the northeast, I had only run it very sparingly in the last 18 months given the extremely light winter last year. Excellent video and advice. It took me about 15-20 mins at most, and that was to grab tools, and find a cleaning wire. Sure enough, the bleed was plugged. Works/idles perfect after doing this! Ready for use in a few hours when the snow stops.

[@user-mw9js7em3b]

Thank you - God Bless your repair suggestion worked like a charm. After the wire I squirted some Blaster "Lawn mower tune-up" into the tip of jet and into jet hole on carb. Runs like new.

[@richardhoffman6476]

Just had my Craftsman/Tecumseh blower start acting up today while using it. Was running great and all of a sudden it began surging and would not idle. After trying a few other things I found this fix and problem SOLVED. Thanks for posting this.

[@alvinstreicker4579]

Thankyo for yor very informative videos. Perfect. I took an older snowking to a shop they said it wasnt worth fixing. I took it home emptied th gas tank cleaned it put a new spark plug in and afer a bit got it running. 👍

[@nunapitchuk]

Craftsman 11HP Snowblower. Took me awhile to figure out that the "craftsman engine" was actually a tecumseh engine. Governor was swinging wildly at any throttle setting and would stall out at idle and even under load. Came on suddenly. I watched this video after spending hours trying to figure it out and studying the service manual. Went and did as shown in the video and, in a couple of minutes, problem solved! Running like new. Thank you.

[@mariasmith6030]

This guy knows his stuff . Worked like a charm !!!

[@marcobuonopane7772]

I have a 2006 Craftsman 28" with a Tecumseh 9.0 Engine.Ever since 2008,its never been the same.It's sad because i really like the engine Tecumseh has some great power,just many carburetor issues.The funny thing is,that I replaced the carburetor in 2010 and it worked well for a bit then started surging again.Thanks for the help im gonna give this a try and probably just replace the screw itself.

[@stetkal]

Thank you for your help. That fixed the problem for me. Great video instructions, very clear and easy to follow for the non mechanic. Keep em coming!

[@donyboy73]

+stetkal thanks, make sure you're subscribed

[@etaggart65]

Followed your instructions and fixed my Ariens which developed a surging problem thus winter. Thanks!!!

[@donyboy73]

+Ed Taggart you're welcome

[@1jantheman1]

I am not a mechanic but like to do my own stuff when I can and that fixed my problem. WOW! Thank you for that info. Never knew that jet was there hidden away. Your the best Dony! THE BEST!!! She purrs like a kitten now with no surging, none. Sounds beautiful but my exhaust notes now keep saying Donyboy Rocks, Donyboy Rocks at idle and high rev. LOL Thank You!

[@donyboy73]

You bet!

[@normansylvester8098]

Holy Cow!! Been having surging issues for the last two years on my Tecumseh 9hp snowblower. Makes for a bad time snow blowing. Thank you so much!!! You saved me time, money, and heartache!!! :)

[@vinbellissimo60]

great idea on that fix Dony. we all go through the gymnastics of changing the drain plunger gasket, the float needle, the bowl gasket, and we overlook that fixed jet. With the price of a new blower, and the fact that the new engines are made in China, I'm doing what I can to keep the older Snowkings running

[@donyboy73]

for sure!

[@Soundcityelectronics]

Initially I Cleaned out the carb which at least got me to start the blower but it ran bad and surged. So finally I purchased the rebuild kit. Replaced everything except emulsion tube. $15.00 for the kit. Because it's an older blower it has idle air screw as well the adjustable carb jet. After some adjusting ran perfect. The only thing I wish I had is a tachometer to adjust the rpm. I can't really judge the rev so I run it alittle lower so I don't blow the engine. Moral of the story if you are unsure purchase the whole rebuild kit and change every piece especially taking off the caps and cleaning the tiny holes inside them and in the carb air intake.

[@frankcastle5294]

Dony that's another wonderful and informative vid. Just as a suggestion, when I remove this fixed jet I also remove the little bracket right in front of it to make access much easier. It's the bracket held on by pair of 1/4" hex head bolts that helps affix the heat pan cover to the carb. Makes accessing this jet so much easier.

[@cschanzle]

My 11hp idle worsened the last few years to where it won't idle below 50% (it would idle if you full-choked it-meaning lean) and surges & sputters (lightly) above that to nearly no surge at 100%. Float bowl/main jet were clean and clear; cleaning made no diff. I first flushed the idle jet with cleaner then reinstalled; ran much better. But what added that little bit more to nearly-new idle quality was to put the cleaner tube right down the idle jet screw hole and blast a bit. Runs GREAT! Thx!

[@RyanRKJ]

I watched a lot of carb cleaning videos yesterday. What I noticed was, they usually did not look that dirty or clogged. While some of them had been previously cleaned off camera prior to the video, I was sceptical that I really needed to do a full carb cleaning on my snow blower. I’m going to check this part first before taking apart the carb. Thanks.

[@seandwyer2020]

Thank you Don, I would have probably done more harm than good working on my carburetor for a long time if I had not seen your You tube video. Worked like a charm. Thanks again.

[@kevinscheifele6833]

This was it! The hidden jet! Thanks so much! Purring like a kitten now.

[@nowyoulikethis7946]

Donyboy73 thanks a million. The last couple of winters I have only used my snowblower a few times. This year I'm needing it quite often. Was having surging problems and then having to run with the choke partially on. Next time it would not run at all. Took the carb apart and found the float was sinking and had a hole in it. Fixed the hole and was congratulating myself but when I started the engine it would run but was still surging. Found your video and your recommended fix worked perfectly......

[@Eric-bj1dc]

Donyboy, you are amazing! I had just purchased a used Aries 926le with a 9 horse tecumseh engine, and it ran so bad I thought I got ripped off. It would not run at all with the choke more than half off. I tried a spark plug, carb clean, etc with no luck. I searched Google forums for hours and saw everything from its junk cause home Depot sold it, to it needs the carb rebuilt. I spent about 15 minutes watching 3 of your videos, this one, the one on adjusting the throttle lever, and the one on the governor, then another 15 minutes following your steps, and literally this snowblower is the most powerful smooth running machine I have ever seen or used. I can't thank you enough!!! It literally idled through over 2.5 feet of snow! What's even funnier is that the guy I bought it from when I asked him about it said that it has always needed to run at half choke, and he had an Ariens shop tune it up last year, which he had the 150.00 receipt for. I think snow blower repair shops should be required to watch your videos lol! Thanks again! -Eric

[@donyboy73]

lol, thanks. snowblower shops are upset I even have these repair videos on youtube!

[@donyboy73]

make sure you are subscribed

[@michaelbranton5761]

Donyboy- I can't thank you enough for this. Put up with sluggish sub par performance from my Toro 828 in three feet of snow (and its still coming down) before I found your video. Thank you very much.

[@donyboy73]

make sure you are subscribed

[@Mrinverary]

Many thanks for your video. I recently purchased a used (almost new) Ariens snowblower with a 9 HP Tecumseh engine. It would not idle properly. I ran across your video and it provided me with both the know-how and the confidence to tackle the problem myself. I followed your direction and in 15 minutes, problem solved.

[@raysweeney4200]

Frank Inverary

[@joeshanklin]

I just did this and it worked perfectly! Thank you very much for posting this. You saved me a lot of money and frustration from taking it in to any of the small engine repair shops we have around here and being charged another $150 bucks and it would still not be running right!

[@donyboy73]

if it gets problematic again just get a new jet

[@donaldchaplin3885]

Fantastic video. I tried all the usual fixes for the surging / no idle problem that everyone has described without success. I never would have thought to remove and clean that screw. Now my SnowKing runs like it did 10 years ago. I can't thank you enough for this really helpful video!

[@donyboy73]

you're welcome, make sure you are subscribed

[@mr2mike89]

omg i also have had this problem for about 2yrs. literally took 5min to do this and it runs like new. thank you

[@don-cw1yz]

Thanks so much for this video . I took out the snowblower for the first time this year and noticed a surging from the engine .I just cleaned out the jet as you demonstrated and it's running like a top . One tip for your viewers is to change the oil in the spring and put a piece of painters tape on the handle bars to tell yourself ,"oil changed May 2016" .That way your snowblower has clean oil in it and is ready to go come winter. Maintenance will make your equipment last !

[@Dirtnap4u1]

Absolute Lifesaver. I followed your instructions and now my snowblower works better than it ever has!!! Thank you!!

[@fromanabe8639]

I think you mean: "When you're at your wit's end". I really enjoy your videos. I've been watching for years. You explain everything so clearly.

[@jamesmordovancey517]

Much indebted to you. I have a Coleman Powermate Generator with 10 HP Tecumseh engine that was surging and sputtering. I'd been frustrated with for this thing for god knows how long. That jet you showed was plugged solid, with a hard, whitish deposit. What a joy when the engine finally roared along steady as could be! You ever get to Northeastern Penna., let me know. I owe you one.

[@donyboy73]

thanks James!

[@EDDIEPIRRERA]

Thanks so much for the post. Your fix did the trick! You may want to also mention that there are holes in that nut at the bottom of the carb bowl. Another posters solution to rough idle/surging was to remove that nut and clean out the holes there. I think that viewers should be aware that cleaning the holes in the screw that you show and the holes in that bowl nut are both worth doing. In my case the holes in the bowl nut were clean but the hole in the screw you pointed out was not. Thanks again

[@bernardgonthier4646]

Hi After go out a snowblower ariens 624e from stick 2 year in a locker, the motor jiggling a lot in idle mode, even if the last time it was added stabilizer fuel, I done a job of removing all the old fuel from the tank to carburetor, then after that put new fuel, with add on cleaning solution, but still made not good job. I found this video, I do exactly what you said, even if appear the brass screw seem not clogged, put it back and then engine work very fine. Thank's a lot you saved me lot time

[@edvaioli7340]

I have a Tecumseh 10hp on my generator which was surging badly. The usual carburetor trouble shooting didn't seem to do anything so as a last resort I replaced the carburetor. No better. Then I came across this video. I cleaned the tiny hole on the jet, put the original carb back on and it ran great. Now is where it gets interesting, because at this point I wondered why the replacement carb hadn't helped. Comparing side by side the jets from the original and the replacement carb the problem was obvious: The through-hole in the barrel of the original jet was .040" while the replacement was .030" so even with the replacement carb the engine was still starving for fuel. Dremel and a .040 micro drill bit solved the problem. Hopes this helps.

[@kerpp165]

Donyboy, You were right on the kit #. Just rebuilt carb and threw it on and, low and behold, it runs like I just uncrated it. Thanks Bud!

[@fitch8363]

That's so easy to do. Truthfully, I'd do that first because it's so quick and easy and only do the disassembly and cleaning of the carb if that didn't work. I'd also recommend running non-ethanol fuel.

[@jamie66233]

I've fixed many like this! Great video! Alot of machines out there surge!

[@scooby1969doo]

@donyboy73 Thanks anyway. I took it to the guy I bought it from, he fixes and sells small engines, burnt intake valve was the diagnosis. I had a feeling thats what it was just from my limited knowledge. He wants 200+ to rebuild it, more than I want to spend on that old of a machine. I will probably bring it home and tear into it to see if I can fix it. I will check out some more of your vids for a rebuild of it. Thanks again.

[@robjohannesson2037]

Thanks for posting this! My motor was pulsating and backfiring. After doing this it purred like a kitten. I tried cleaning the carb and putting in Sea Foam and nothing worked until I tried this. I was almost ready to replace the fuel line, but you saved me a trip to the store. I wouldn't have said it is a last resort because it was so easy to do....

[@linhhonnguphu]

Thank you very much for posting this video. Finally I got the snow blower run smooth as it should does after playing with a lot of things. God bless you Dony

[@90trunk]

Don, You are the man! Your knowledge and video stopped the surging on my 2005 Troy-Bilt MTD 8.5 Tecumseh. The diameter of the wire I needed to use to clean the orifice was 0.012 inches. Many thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@donyboy73]

YOU'RE WELCOME

[@24revealer]

Excellent video. I just had mine apart yesterday as it has been doing this for a couple winters now. This will be sweet if it fixes the problem and runs like it did when I first got it!

[@24revealer]

+24revealer Just came from the garage. My snow blower is an older model with the adjustable carburetor. I pulled the screw our like you showed and a black stringy thing was on the threads. Wiped the threads clean and put it back in, set like it was. Started it and it ran beautifully. Thanks for sharing. Big howdy from Bruce County, Canada, Eh!

[@Adrenalinexxx0]

What great information. Thanks for posting this and the other older videos about rebuilding them. I rebuilt a lot of Mikuni carbs in snowmobiles but this is a lot different and after taking it apart it would run for more then a minute. Watching your videos I was able to spot that my float bowl isn’t orientated correctly so it’s likely my float is not opening all the way starving it for fuel after a short run!

[@dougmiller9567]

Right on the mark with this quick fix Donyboy. Thanks for all your vids

[@donyboy73]

thanks Doug

[@gregwiggins9380]

Thanks! i just completed this on my 11 hp Tecumseh sears snow blower. screw was blocked, now the old 14 year old snow blower runs like new. Just in time we're getting 16 inches snow next couple days up here in Labrador Canada.