Champion Spark Plug (RC12YC). The spark plug ignites the fuel and air mixture in the cylinder to power the engine. If the spark plug is burnt, fouled or damaged the engine may not start or may run rough.

Spark Plug

FreshFlow air filter, reduces common food odors in the refrigerator. 15 times more powerful than baking soda. Replace every 6 months

Air Filter

Tecumseh carburetor repair kit. If the carburetor is clogged, the engine won't get enough fuel. As a result, the engine may not start or may run poorly.

Carburetor Repair Kit

Fuel systems run smoothly with this genuine OEM carburetor, part number 16100-Z8B-901, built for select Honda Lawn Mower.

Carburetor

Small engine primer bulb. The primer bulb draws additional fuel into the carburetor to help start the engine.

Primer Bulb

Carburetor Gasket

Husqvarna fuel filter. If the fuel filter is clogged, it will restrict the flow of fuel to the carburetor. As a result, the engine may not start.

Fuel Filter

Gasket

Start engines easily with this genuine OEM recoil starter, part number 753-06829, made for select Craftsman, MTD, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Cub Cadet, or Poulan String Trimmer or Leaf Blowers.

Recoil Starter

Tecumseh ignition coil (also called a lamination). The ignition coil sends voltage to the spark plug while the engine is running. If the ignition coil is defective, the engine may not start.

Ignition Coil

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MTD Small Engine Choke Control Lever 951-12420

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