Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 18.5 Briggs, time dean, ohv engine

Question
Hi John,

I read your response on the 18.5 engine that will not start and moves only a few inches and stops.  You stated that the valves need to be adjusted.  Can you provide a little information on the steps to get to the adjustment?  Thanks for your time...Dean

Answer
 Hello Dean:

 Is this an OHV Engine? If Yes, then the Adjuster is Under the Valve Cover. Go to this Addy http://shop.briggsandstratton.com/BShopProductListingPage.asp?rsvp=0&PARENTID=0&... and Enter the Complete Model Number. Then Enter the First 4 Type Numbers and Click Search. Then Select View PDF. This will Download a Breakdown/IPL for you to View Online. If you Require more Detailed Instructions, then Send me the Model and Type Numbers and I can Use the Breakdown/IPL at that Addy for Reference when Describing the Procedure. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Thanks.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John