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    May 7, 2013, 01:37 PM
    Craftsman lt1000 won't start
    Craftsman LT1000, 12 hp briggs & stratton will not start. If I try to start it the engine will not turn over, it make about a quatyer round or less and stop. If I take the starter off and turn the key the syarter spins. If I take the spark plug out and trun the key the engine turns over like it should. I am getting fire at the spark plug. I don't know if I have a weak starter, if there is such a thing or if I have other problems. It started and run great a few days ago. I also had the battery tested and they said it was good. I don't know how to test a starter and don't want to spend money on a new one if it is not the problem. Can someone please give me some advise.
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    May 13, 2013, 12:39 PM
    Hi,
    Time for the valve adjustment, be it by you(if capable) or other. See this:
    Lawn Mower Repair Valve Adjustment - YouTube
    As always, Peace,
    Clarke

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