sgull wrote:
Bluemower, I'm rather unclear on the use/placement of the Teflon washer you mention. Where/how specifically would this be installed in respect to the lower nozzle seat? I did come across the washers available along with the 39143 repair kit (one source here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Briggs-Stra ... 3397d5be6f but as mentioned I can't quite picture the installation/application. Thanks
The washer slips over the nozzle end and seals the "seat" where it meets the body. If ya overtighten it, it has a tendency to kinda squish out. I would try the lapping first.