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    Jun 6, 2008, 06:35 PM
    b&s 17hp 311707-0132-e1
    Will idle but stalls under load (white smoke june1 3:07 for details)anybody know where I can get online specs/diagrams for hd gasket&valve lash.
    Thanks
    Hc
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    Jun 7, 2008, 01:17 PM
    Set the vavles at .005"
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    Jun 7, 2008, 01:50 PM
    Do you agree this is a hd gasket problem?
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    Jun 20, 2008, 09:49 AM
    Installed new hd gasket,now won't start.adj valves to .005 with piston 1/4 turn past tdc.battery cks good (12.65v). Powered starter direct with batt. & starter hung up at peak compression. Oil ed starter gear till it moved freely & put back but it still hangs up.
    Do I have an ignition prob? Or starter o r compression? Need help,thanks hc
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