Captain Dan

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I have had my snapper 1650 for 20 plus years. Decided last year was the year to do a complete restoration including rebuild the motor. Finally getting all the components back together and tried to start it. Appears to be sparking and getting fuel but won't even pop. I pull the plug after cranking a bit and its wet with gas. When I ground the plug to the head bolt and crank it only seems to generate spark for a few cranks then nothing. I tried a different coil and it does the same thing. Check all the wiring and connections and everything appears to be where it should be. Also notice a few times while under full cranking it would kick back. I'm thinking I have a timing issue? I had the rebuild done by a reputable guy. When I called him about helping with the initial start he was swamped. Snow is starting to hit us hard need my snow thrower. Anyone have any advice. Thanks
 
If it ran before the rebuild, it should run now. Your timing may be off if the cam was removed. I would get your reputable guy over to start it. Hal
 
You didn't give us much to go on, as the make of the ENGINE is more pertinent than the make of the unit.

A little research seems to indicate it's probably a Kohler 341.

Depending upon the exact age, it could possibly have breaker points or electronic ignition.

The Kohler EI of that era was self powered, the breaker point ignition needs power from the battery through the ignition switch.

Post back with more info, and I've linked the factory engine shop manual (in .pdf format) below which contains lots of troubleshooting info.
K341
 
I would think if its (kicking back) or back firing its a good chance the timming could be off. I would go back and check there first. And are the valves adjusted correctly.
 
Sorry for the lack of info. Its a 1982 and I do believe it is the K341. I'm not by the tag to confirm that right now but 95% sure that was what we were using when trying to get parts for it.
 
The engine guy said everything was set and ready to start. Taking his word for it I haven't gone in and checked it yet. Figured I would rule out the obvious stuff before I second guess the expert. I guess I'm up to checking points and timing right now.
 
His swamp should include you as a live floater, not a dead mallard!! Reputation is not based in the next guy, but the satisfied customer. Jim
 

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