Posted by skycarp on March 31, 2011 at 19:14:27 from (208.93.180.75):
I have a 4.5 HP Briggs & Stratton engine that is smoking badly. The air cleaner was ill-fitting and dust was drawn into the cylinder over time. It was being used by a renter and he did not take care of it properly. I am fairly sure the cylinder is scored, rings probably worn badly, bearings may be shot.
The lawn mower it came off of is still in very good shape. I hate to throw this unit away. I would like to rebuilt the engine.
1. Can these engines be rebuilt at a reasonable cost?
2. If not, should I look for a replacement engine?
3. Or should I just scrap it and buy a whole new lawn mower?
Any experience with rebuilding B&S engines would be appreciated.
Dean
(note Farmall Tractor in background so it could be considered tractor related).
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