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Posted by JD4300 on December 26, 2003 at 18:33:09 from (65.121.220.213):
The tappet clearance is to specs and the motor runs sometimes. It seems that it will not start when the temp. is around freezing. The engine cranks and every couple revolutions you can hear it almost kick over. Spark plug on the left cylinder is always damp while the right is dry. Both plugs have bright spark. When it does start, I can start it within a couple of hours after running. The battery is always charged and/or is at maximum potential (using charger). I use 5W-30 oil in the 16Hp for the winter. I just cannot figure out why it does not start in the cold temperatures.
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