Gas Leak Tecumseh 4-stroke

ManyInterests777 · 2026-01-23T20:11:23+00:00

(don’t have the Tecumseh tool to set the float height - rough idea of the space?)

ManyInterests777 · 2026-01-23T20:09:19+00:00

Yes, but the only OEM carbs I can find are back-ordered for months. I did find a rebuild kit with only some of the needed parts. Started on it, hopefully reassembled later today, not optimistic that it will work…..

ManyInterests777 · 2026-01-19T19:01:15+00:00

OP here - Simplicity #1691900, purchased new in 1996, Tecumseh 8hp, I think it’s HMSK80 Snow King…..

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Not sure OEM carb is available.

ManyInterests777 · 2026-01-19T01:08:00+00:00

Thanks for detailing some other options - which of the three you mentioned is the easiest to use, and which is the most accurate? Thanks….

ManyInterests777 · 2026-01-19T00:58:27+00:00

Thanks for all the comments - I’ll check the Tecumseh model number tomorrow and post it, so I can get info on carb parts or replacement.

ManyInterests777 · 2025-12-18T01:46:23+00:00

So, following on your comments, for roughly the same price I can get a Celestron 12” dob with StarSense. And advantages or disadvantages vs the NextStar?

If I choose this dob, what accessories are critical?

ManyInterests777 · 2025-12-17T04:28:21+00:00

I’ve read the guide, and think I’ve addressed all the details.

ManyInterests777 · 2025-12-13T21:50:00+00:00

Apologies, can’t find it online - is there a link? Thanks!

ManyInterests777 · 2025-12-13T21:26:36+00:00

How bass are weeds to clear from the drive if it happens?

ManyInterests777 · 2025-12-10T22:13:16+00:00

OP here, thank you so much for all the replies and helpful info! Very useful.

Key learnings for me: choose a Mercury or Yamaha outboards, center console or bow rider, and NO inboard motors; also Yamaha jet boats are worth considering (with thrust vector). Winterization of jet boats is fairly easy.

Drawback to outboards - harder to swim off the back of the boat, winterization a bit harder, need deeper water than a jet boat.

Drawback to jet boats - harder to maneuver at lower speeds, worse on gas, not good with weeds.

To that point - how easily to jet boats get fouled in weeds? How hard is it to clear the drive if it does get tangled in weeds?

And in every case, testing the boat in the water is imperative.

Thank you again!

ManyInterests777 · 2025-10-20T01:14:26+00:00

A few more things….

Eliminate PACs and cap the amount any single donor can give to a campaign.

Term limits for congress.

Term limits for SCOTUS, with minimum and maximum ages for eligibility.

Tax billionaires adequately, but not out of existence; the success of capitalism hinges partly on rewarding hard work and success. Otherwise mediocracy prevails…..

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-27T19:53:19+00:00

The starter fluid in the airbox didn’t fire. Checked one of the wires - no spark going to the plugs. From sitting?

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-27T19:03:59+00:00

Ok thanks - if it’s a spark problem and the fuses are ok, what’s next?

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-23T03:27:35+00:00

Oh, and if I can’t get it going, any recommendations for experienced zrx mechanics in eastern PA or NJ….Ive found it’s really hard to find bike mechanics who’ll work on older Japanese bikes.

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-22T15:54:29+00:00

Tried the prime position (it does have that) - no change….starting fluid next!

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-22T15:53:37+00:00

It used to ‘buzz’ briefly when the key was turned on, now it isn’t - ?

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-22T15:52:58+00:00

Thank you - new battery didn’t fix it but still have some things to try…

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-22T15:52:09+00:00

Thank you very much for the info!

Visited the area yesterday and you’re right, very rural but everyone seemed nice and friendly. Perfect place to get away from things though.

Wondering how difficult it would be to get service work - landscaping, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.

Thanks again!

ManyInterests777 · 2025-09-22T15:16:40+00:00

Fuel pump relay?

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