gas blower stopped....will not start....

illinoisguy · #1 09/02/13, 08:33 AM

I have a craftsmen gas blower I've used for about 3-4 years very minimally. While it was blowing....it just stopped. I pulled the plug and it appears fine. It seems as if there is no fire. I guess I'm torn. If I take it in to be worked on, its likely going to cost that of a new one. It is getting fuel...ie the gas line is not plugged. I just wonder if there is a short in the plug wire.

Do plugs go bad?

Usingmyrights · #2 09/02/13, 08:44 AM

Yes, plugs can go bad. They dont cost much to replace. Try to start it with the plug out, but still hooked to the wire and see if you get a spark.

copperkid3 · #3 09/02/13, 08:54 AM

Your ignition coil could possibly be defective.

Zimobog · #4 09/02/13, 11:15 AM

Fuel shut off switch?

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Im the kind of guy you would forget somethng like that.

plowjockey · #5 09/02/13, 11:33 AM

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troubleshooting Tip already suggested.

joebill · #6 09/02/13, 12:46 PM

With plug in, it needs enough compression for the flywheel to rock back on compression stroke instead of just coast to a halt when you spin it. Engines that die when running instead of refusing to start might have wiped out piston/rings........Joe

Rustaholic · #7 09/02/13, 02:18 PM

Is it a 2-stroke engine or a 4-cycle engine?
An engine does not usually just stop working for poor compression unless there is a valve issue.
Yes remove the plug then put the wire back on it and using a pair of pliers with insulated handles or a dry rag hold the threads against the engine and have someone pull the cord.
Tell us if there is sparking at the plug.