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    joeytea Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 16, 2014, 05:39 PM
    Cub cadet 2160 16hp vanguard v twin
    I replaced both head gaskets,adjusted the valves to .004, changed the oil, plugs, and air cleaner. It started right up and I mowed for about 20 min and it started to smoke and blow oil. I discovered the dip stick tube seal blew. I since replaced the seal and readjusted the valves, checked the plugs, and now it won't start it turns over and backfires through the carburetor. Help Please!
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    Aug 19, 2014, 02:26 PM
    Hi,
    Could not say why it happened, but the most common source of your description is a sheared flywheel key.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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