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    Ronn288 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 16, 2012, 02:34 PM
    OHV engine fires up, but no power
    I have 12 horse power briggs ohv that was someone tried work on. They took values loose and carb off, I have put back together and set values on 4, the motor will fire right up but no power. Any help would be appreciated.
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    Apr 16, 2012, 05:39 PM
    Hi,
    Sounds as if the valves are set correctly at 0.004" from your description. The YouTube video on this is:
    Lawn Mower Repair Valve Adjustment - YouTube
    And it will show how to check what I am going to tell you. Remove the plug so that the engine turns over easily, remove the valve cover and rotate the engine while observing the rocker arms that open the valves. They should move the same amount. If not then you probably have one of the bad camshafts that had the exhaust lobe not hardened. You can also see how to check your friend's work.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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