Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Nikki carb, troy bilt chipper shredder, small engine warehouse

Question
Hi,
I have a Troy-Bilt Chipper/Shredder (B&S eng)that won't start and took off carb to clean.
Couple-o questions:
The bowl had a white pasty substance - what/where is that? maybe starter fluid?
ans
Do yo know of a source for Nikki carb kit? (695115/Go2507/OY17A)

Thanks!
Crutch

Answer
white pasty stuff?????   boy , got me.  but god knows whats in fuel today...  you need to clean that out good !!!  and carb.   as for parts  try  these
small engine warehouse.com
m-and-d.com
they will help you out.  call their number if needed.
JD