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    Jul 19, 2007, 03:44 PM
    Briggs & Stratton 18 hp
    I have a troy built riding mower with an 18 horse briggs... this starter gear often sticks in the fly wheel and will not start unless you turn the fly wheel back by hand... I have replaced the starter and still have the same problem... the engine runs fine at all speeds but the problem still exists $150.00 later any suggestions??
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    Jul 20, 2007, 09:04 AM
    Try "shimming" The Starter Out About .010 To .030".
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