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Signs of a bad gasket can be the engine “dropping out” or not starting due to a lack of pressure. Oil leaks and excessive smoke from the exhaust are also signs of a bad gasket Check your engine manual for the correct model number to reference gasket part numbers. Remove the old gasket and with a razor blade remove all debris and remaining gasket particles. Align the new gasket and re-assemble. Gasket sets are available for rebuilding carburetors and engines. When disassembling equipment and breaking any seals it’s recommended to replace the gasket and re-seal. Are you changing your oil, replacing your air filter and adding fuel stabilizer to your outdoor power equipment as frequently as you should be? General engine maintenance will help your engine last longer and run better. Using genuine parts on your Briggs & Stratton engine will make sure it fits right and runs the way it’s supposed to Gaskets, O-Rings. Seals & Washers help seal the engine, the air cleaner, and other systems against dirt and debris are also common sources of engine problems. They eventually shrink, causing fuel and air leaks that lead to poor engine performance. The proper gasket for your engine depends on the engine's design; therefore, we recommend that you check your engine’s Illustrated Parts List. Only Briggs & Stratton genuine parts are specially designed to exact OEM standards, manufactured and tested to help deliver optimum performance in Briggs & Stratton engines. There are no substitutes when it comes to keeping engine powered equipment healthy, to maximize engine life, meet original equipment specs and provide full coverage, always use genuine parts from Briggs & Stratton

