Latest project is to work on a Smithco Bunker Rake. This particular machine is used to drag things around a baseball/softball field for grooming.
This unit has a Briggs and Stratton, 16HP Vanguard horizontal shaft engine. The PO had to run it with the choke engaged. Now, it won't fire on anything except starting fluid.
With the fuel line removed at the carburetor, I cranked the engine and the fuel pump is working well - plenty of fuel coming through the line.
I opened the top of the carburetor and accessed two jets, float and needle/seat. Cleaned all that I could get to.
However, it appears that I cannot remove the carburetor without removing the shroud - and I cannot remove the shroud without removing the engine from the machine.
Is there a better way to service this carb? Is it even a carb issue?
I cannot get a good look at the model number but I have an identical engine in my possession that is model 303447 1379-E1