Hello Tony
Welcome to the forum
Workshop pointers:
First, get some spray can degreaser from an auto parts store. I see you are in Uraidla, so will probably have to go to mile end? Autobarn have it out for $1 per tin, otherwise you will probably pay $2.50 ish at repco. Spray all that muck off the deck and hose it all off
This engine was made on 11 november 1977, so will have ignition points under the flywheel. Check for spark, and we will address them later
The carby can be a pain - it has a diaphragm which probably hardened years ago. It should be part number CAM506 (GA spares - any mower shop should be able to source)
Be careful when disassembling the carb - it may have a hardish to source teflon washer and pin. Therefore, work over a piece of newspaper and look very carefully before completely removing the carby off the top of the tank and don't loose it.
Check the spark plug, if it is choked black and sooty, it is possible there is an issue with the carby and you will need the repair kit. Could just be the clogged filter though
Buy the cheapest oil you can find (old briggs aren't picky) and dump the old sludge. Capacity is around 600ml. Autobarn normally have a 15w40 out for $10/5L. This week its 10w40, but should still do fine for flushing.
Air filter - looks like GA "air106". If the old one isn't rotten, wash it hot soapy water, dry, then recharge with 30-60ml of oil (chainsaw bar oil if you have it). The oil catches the dirt.
You could order most if not all of these parts from Bruce here at ODK - will be cheaper than mower shop most likely, if you aren't in a rush
No question is a stupid question - unless you don't ask it and end up breaking a 40ish year old part haha
Regards
Last edited by Tyler; 09/06/20 07:06 PM.
