Why is my 15 hp ohv briggs backfiring through carb

joey78 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1

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Mar 23, 2010, 07:42 PM

Why is my 15 hp ohv briggs backfiring through carb

My 15 hp ohv briggs won't start but backfires threw carb when choked

crigby Posts: 4,343, Reputation: 107

Outdoor Power Equipment Expert

Mar 24, 2010, 06:24 AM

Hi,
Most likely a sheared flywheel key.
Peace,
Clarke

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