Briggs & Stratton 170402 problem
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Briggs & Stratton 170402 problem
I have an old Merry Tiller with a Briggs & Stratton 170402, Type 1213-001 engine. It was stored several years ago. The gas was drained, I believe it was put up right. Now it shows no spark, I have looked at a parts diagram and can't figure out that it has any points. I also tried the spark with a brand new plug, but it wasn't the plug intended for this motor. I haven't fueled it up and tried to start it yet. Any help would be greatly appreciated, please be very specific, I am not a small engine repair person, but I can follow instructions. Also does anyone know what the horsepower of this motor is?
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I suggest replacing the coil with one that has solid state ignition and forget the points, leave them in there.
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Caution must be taken to not exert too much pressure on the edge of the flywheel or what you are prising against, to cause damage. Several light to moderate taps with the hammer while prising on the flywheel will usually break it loose.
I have removed hundreds of flywheels and pulleys this way but a puller works much safer and better.

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If you do as Cheese suggests,,, All you do is replace the coil with the electronic unit...This way you leave the flywheel in place & you don't need to pull anything... Roger