Hi List,
First, I am having what I assume is a carburetor problem (Zenith carb) with my 1974 135 Orchard model. It stopped suddenly during operation. After doing a basic check, I have a good spark and gas to the carb. This happened about two months ago, but then the tractor ran with no problem after sitting for a couple of days. Also, on another occasion there was gas running from where the air intake tube connects to the carb. I replaced a cracked hose (but I don't assume it that corrected the excess gas problem). Lastly, the wire that connects the carb solenoid to the starter is broken--and my attempts to solder it back to the solenoid were not successful, so it remains detached. However, if I am correct having the carb solenoid connected is not neccessary to run the tractor.
So, I have a carburetor problem, right? Any other idesa?
It seems that my options are either to rebuild the carb or purchase a new carb. Any others?
How difficult is it to rebuild the carb with a kit (I'm just a backyard mechanic, but reasonably intelligent). If it's tricky to get things adjusted correctly I'd rather have an experienced mechanic do it.
What are the pros and cons of rebuilding the carb vs. buying a new one besides the cost? If I choose to buy a new carb, any suggestions as to the best source?
Thanks for any info you can offer.
Rob from Washington (State)
First, I am having what I assume is a carburetor problem (Zenith carb) with my 1974 135 Orchard model. It stopped suddenly during operation. After doing a basic check, I have a good spark and gas to the carb. This happened about two months ago, but then the tractor ran with no problem after sitting for a couple of days. Also, on another occasion there was gas running from where the air intake tube connects to the carb. I replaced a cracked hose (but I don't assume it that corrected the excess gas problem). Lastly, the wire that connects the carb solenoid to the starter is broken--and my attempts to solder it back to the solenoid were not successful, so it remains detached. However, if I am correct having the carb solenoid connected is not neccessary to run the tractor.
So, I have a carburetor problem, right? Any other idesa?
It seems that my options are either to rebuild the carb or purchase a new carb. Any others?
How difficult is it to rebuild the carb with a kit (I'm just a backyard mechanic, but reasonably intelligent). If it's tricky to get things adjusted correctly I'd rather have an experienced mechanic do it.
What are the pros and cons of rebuilding the carb vs. buying a new one besides the cost? If I choose to buy a new carb, any suggestions as to the best source?
Thanks for any info you can offer.
Rob from Washington (State)