joe_b_quint
New User
I have a similar problem with a Tecumseh OH160. The starter motor doesn't want to turn the motor over after compression. I pulled the motor apart and validated that the compression release mechanism appears to be mechanically functional on the camshaft (counter weight moves freely, pin moves fine, spring is there). That being said the tip of the pin that rides on the lifter is visibly work into almost a point and has a lift of only .020. I've heard from other you tube videos that should be .030 on other engines so I suspect that is the culprit. I'm hoping to locate a new pin for this as it looks removable. Any help would be appreciated.