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Re: Victa mower was running now won't start

#3342 29/11/06 09:06 PM

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Bruce

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PhilK,

If the motor is running well with the muffler off then you need to replace it.

Also check the piston for marks (scratches etc).

Regards,

Bruce

Please do not PM me asking for support. Post on the forums as it helps all members not just the individual.

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Victa mower was running now won't start	PhilK	20/11/06 07:15 AM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	Bruce	20/11/06 09:32 AM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	PhilK	20/11/06 11:21 AM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	Bruce	20/11/06 12:37 PM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	PhilK	21/11/06 11:06 PM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	Bruce	22/11/06 05:15 AM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	PhilK	29/11/06 05:01 AM
Re: Victa mower was running now won't start	Bruce	29/11/06 11:06 AM

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