[AT] OT - JD STX38 fuel problems

[Easley, Greg]

Are you using one of those see-through plastic filters that come
in a blister-pack at the hardware store?  If so, get rid of it
and install a real filter from the auto parts store.  I tried
those plastic filters on the VACuum and had no end of grief.
I went through three or four of the stupid things.  Installed
a real filter and the fueling problems magically vanished.

The symptom you describe of the filter going dry while running,
then filling up after sitting for awhile are exactly what I saw.

Greg
http://www.geocities.com/heartland/woods/1416


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[mailto:at-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of Mike S
Meulenberg
Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2004 10:42 PM
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Subject: Re: [AT] OT - JD STX38 fuel problems


I mowed again tonight, and here's what I observed:
1. When I last left the mower the filter was empty and the shutoff was
open, when I looked tonight
     the filter was full.
2. After mowing for a while the filter was empty, but it didn't quit. 3.
About 3 hours after mowing the filter was again full.


I'm beginning  to wonder if the fuel filter is providing too much
resistance to flow for a little mower without a fuel pump. Maybe the
paper cartridge is too restrictive. I will check the carb again to look
for any signs of the float sticking.

Thanks,
Mike

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