I have a 2010 Craftsman LT2000 riding mower with a Briggs & Stratton engine. It will not start. When I turn the ignition it either clicks a bunch of times or spins once or twice, but doesn't turn over. I replaced the spark plug, adjusted the valves, got a new battery, and it still won't start. I did notice that it is slowly leaking gas somewhere (will not hold it in the tank over night). I'm guessing my problem is either the starter solenoid, the starter motor, or a clogged carburetor. Any suggestions?
Add your voice! Click below to answer. ThriftyFun is powered by your wisdom!
You might need to replace the engine fuel filter.
I could give that a try...I did check that earlier and confirmed that fuel is in fact making it to the carberatour
Do you think it could be a clogged carberatour?
Have you checked for a mouse or rodent nest in the undercarriage? They can really gum up the works and cause starting issues.
I did have a mouse near the engine several months ago but i have cleared that all out and it has started up since then....At this point im guessing that maybe it is a bad starter motor
Key was left on or fuel shutoff solenoid is stuck open (shuts via spring) Since fuel tank on the LT2000 is located above the carb, fuel will overnight drain into the crankcase and liquid lock the piston rotation (can't compress fluid). Pull dipstick and you should find high level of thin fluid (oil and ++ gas) Remove the spark plug and hand turn the via the fan cover, oil/gas should pour out of the spark plug hole. Drain the crankcase and remove the filter.leave open overnight to allow gas vapor to evaporate.
I am at the remove star plug step..I think you solved my prob. I had previously install a fuel line cut off due to carb float sticking.was working great til I ran out of gas and forgot to turn off key..
Add your voice! Click below to answer. ThriftyFun is powered by your wisdom!
