OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Engines Questions On Briggs & Stratton Engines 5hp B&S horizontal Shaft governor questions?

Sounds like you got it connected correctly but you may have stretch the governor spring when removing and install the tank which can be done easily if your not experienced working these engines.

I had a similar problem with one I rebuilt after I moved with it in a box. Would not rev up as it should but putting on a new governor spring and adjusting the top governor speed it was fine.

The basic info on setting these up is in the Briggs Single L-head service manual.