Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): compression and valve settings, brigs and stratton, leak down test

Question
compression and valve settings for 15.5hp brigs and stratton motor
or any other reconditioning detail
Thanking you
Dawn Kuit

Answer
Valve link:

http://engines.myfaqcenter.com/Answer.aspx?p_faqid=3441&body_0$tbKeyword=valves

Compression link:
http://engines.myfaqcenter.com/Answer.aspx?p_faqid=3423&body_0$tbKeyword=valves

Briggs rarely publishes actual compression readings as compression varies from engine to engine.  They recommend a leak-down test to check the condition of the engine compression parts.

Eric