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obenski
Jan 2, 2011, 08:12 AM
I have recently changed my contact point and condenser to my snowblower with Tecumseh Engine. After putting it back, no sparks. I changed also the spark plug and tried the other also, but still no spark. Not sure why no spark and if there is anything to ground. Someone says grounding and I don't know how or maybe some other issues? Please help. Thanks

DG
Jan 2, 2011, 12:59 PM
Did you put the crankshaft high side against the points before you set the gap ?
If so could be coil / amuture.
Luck

obenski
Jan 2, 2011, 03:52 PM
Thanks DG. I'm new to this. Which one is the crankshaft? Is there any diagram that I can easily follow? Thks again

DG
Jan 2, 2011, 05:16 PM
Do you have the model and type of the engine ?

obenski
Jan 3, 2011, 09:20 AM
Model is Tecumseh Engine HS50-67159B / Ignition Coil +30545
This is looks like an older model.
I appreciate your assistance. Thanks

crigby
Jan 3, 2011, 10:37 PM
Hi,
Take the link below, scroll down to the yellow section and pick the L-Head Service Information.
Tecumseh Small Engine Specifications (http://www.smallenginesuppliers.com/html/engine-specs/tecumseh-engine-specs.html)
Peace,
Clarke

obenski
Jan 9, 2011, 05:48 PM
Do you think I have to change the ignition coil?

DG
Jan 10, 2011, 06:48 AM
If you have the gap set right at the points and you have no fire , then yes . But verify no fire ,
Spray a little carb cleaner in the carb throat , if it tries to start then clean carb,
LUCK

obenski
Jan 10, 2011, 10:54 AM
Thanks. When you say carb is it the carburator?

DG
Jan 10, 2011, 01:04 PM
Yes sir sorry about that ,
LUCK