rmaynard 15,427 #1 Posted February 2, 2014 (edited) My next door neighbor has an MTD snow blower with a Tecumseh engine. The snow blower has not been started for 2 years, and when he tried to start it during the last snow, it failed. It would run with starter fluid, so I knew what the problem was. I took the carburetor off and found it to be totally gummed up. I tried my best to clean it. I spent about 3 hours on it and finally said the heck with it. I went on eBay and ordered a Chinese knock-off carburetor for $22.00 delivered. The carb arrived last week, and with today's temperatures hovering around 55, I decided there wouldn't be a better time to try it out. considering that 6" of snow is predicted for tonight and Monday. The carburetor was a direct fit. Bolted right up. I turned on the gas, one pull of the cord, and it fired right up and ran like a Kohler. Edited February 2, 2014 by rmaynard 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,459 #2 Posted February 2, 2014 That's great to know, no more carb kits just replace. Tom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #3 Posted February 3, 2014 let us know how it works out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #4 Posted February 3, 2014 (edited) Just did one of those on my Ariens blower with Tecumseh engine and although is fired right up its surging like crazy. I am not sure what the problem is but i just hate myself for getting it, just because i was to lazy to clean the old one. Serves me right for not practicing what i preach. No more chinese stuff. :banghead: :banghead: Edited February 3, 2014 by formariz 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SousaKerry 501 #5 Posted February 3, 2014 I have one on my lawn ranger and it works well but the other two tecky's I have have rebuilds on, to be honest I can't tell the difference. I say if the body is good shape rebuild it, if it's worn out replace it, at least your not buying a complete C.H. INA co. motor. Besides I am perty sure that all Tecumseh parts are made over there anyways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,427 #6 Posted February 3, 2014 formariz - check to be sure that the spring from the throttle control is attached to the governor arm. Also, since these Chinese carbs are factory set with no main jet adjustment, you may have to play with the spring position on the governor. The neighbor started the MTD this morning with no problems, and it ran like it was supposed to. He just finished snow blowing his driveway. SousaKerry - the last genuine Tecumseh carb kit that I bought said "Made in China". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SousaKerry 501 #7 Posted February 3, 2014 China carb for my Tecky was more adjustable then the Tecky carb I took off had all 3 adjustment screws 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,427 #8 Posted February 3, 2014 This one had no drain on the bottom, no main adjustment on the bottom, and the low speed adjustment was recessed on the side. I had my doubts when I saw it, but I was pleasantly surprised with it's performance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,787 #9 Posted May 3, 2019 This may be better suited in a new topic, but my new Commando 6 carb is pulled apart and looks to be missing some components. Maybe just in the float bowl, but someone's been in there. a) has anyone ever tried to put a Kohler carb on a Tecky? They appear quite similar linkage wise and bolt patterns on the block look close according to my eyecrometer. b) I assume the China carbs haven’t changed much in 4 or 5 years. I’m sure I’d be best off just grabbing one and calling it a day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,300 #10 Posted May 3, 2019 18 minutes ago, pullstart said: a) has anyone ever tried to put a Kohler carb on a Tecky? They appear quite similar linkage wise and bolt patterns on the block look close according to my eyecrometer. Maybe you can be our guinea pig 😁 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,787 #11 Posted May 3, 2019 10 minutes ago, Sparky said: Maybe you can be our guinea pig 😁 I’m up for that challenge! I don’t know as if I have a great Kohler carb, but the one I’m thinking of DID run last I knew. The shaft is worn out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LengerichKA88 1,883 #12 Posted May 3, 2019 34 minutes ago, pullstart said: a) has anyone ever tried to put a Kohler carb on a Tecky? They appear quite similar linkage wise and bolt patterns on the block look close according to my eyecrometer. I’ve thought about that too... I might wander out to the shop and see if mine will swap later this evening or this weekend. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,787 #13 Posted May 3, 2019 After all, a carb don’t care what is sucking on it! 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LengerichKA88 1,883 #14 Posted May 3, 2019 22 minutes ago, pullstart said: After all, a carb don’t care what is sucking on it! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,071 #15 Posted May 4, 2019 5 hours ago, pullstart said: put a Kohler carb on a Tecky? As long as it has the same inside diameter the CFMs will be about right. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,459 #16 Posted May 4, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, pullstart said: has anyone ever tried to put a Kohler carb on a Tecky No but I just bought a K91 with a Tecky carb on it. And a Clinton gas tank Edited May 4, 2019 by Shynon 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,127 #17 Posted May 4, 2019 Oh, a Frankenkohler? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 2,976 #19 Posted May 4, 2019 1 hour ago, Shynon said: As my grandmother would say, now that's a piece of work. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
