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    Aug 10, 2013, 10:54 AM
    Find an expert on repearing a briggs 17.5hp engine
    I adjusted the valves in my 17.5hp briggs now it turns over but won't start
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    Aug 10, 2013, 11:08 AM
    Did it work before you adjusted the valves? If so, you probably did something wrong.
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    Aug 22, 2013, 10:01 AM
    Hi,
    Did you use the YouTube video at:
    Lawn Mower Repair Valve Adjustment - YouTube
    Peace,
    Clarke
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