JD 165 Won't Start

[BobOB1775]

I've replaced the spark plug with an NGK and get real good spark. Tried the teaspoon of gas in the carb and did get a short (10 second) engine run. The tractor is always stored in the garage with the battery on trickle charge. It still cranks good however and I have been getting more popping but no continuous run.

I'll have to see if I can get my hands on a compression gage. The original engine had poor compression and this one is not acting like the old one before it died. I'm still thinking its fuel system/carburator related.

I believe the engine oil is SAE 30 and was replaced in spring. The motor never blows smoke when running.

I've been looking over the Kawasaki workshop manual but still can't figure this one out. I'll keep trudging along. Again, thanks for all the input.

 

[Willl]

Tried the teaspoon of gas in the carb and did get a short (10 second) engine run.

But nothing from the shot of starting fluid ?

 

[Willl]

Reread the 'whole' thread, your carb's clogged.

Pull and clean.

 

[BobOB1775]

Willl,

Thank you very much for your assistance. I took the carburator off my engine and re-built it. I then removed the one off the tractor, cleaned up the whole area and replaced the fuel line. It fired up immediately and ran like a brand new engine.

I can't wait to re-build the old engine so I have a good spare.

Again, thank you for your advice. It paid off. I actually got to plow my driveway so that I'm ready for the big snow event tomorrow and Wednesday.:thumbsup:

 

[BobOB1775]

Was actually able to plow my driveway today. Waiting for the large snow storm to hit so that I can put it to work. We usually get 1" to 4" of snow, and they are predicting 6" to 14". Just hope it doesn't turn to rain so quick so that I can enjoy plowing again!