I had replaced my starter coil 5 times

[msboy]

We had purchased the billygoat finish mower about 3 years ago, we needed a mower fast so our mechanic recommended us the billygoat. Since day 1 it is very hard to pull the cord, first couple of times it kickbacks and almost pulls your arm off. We will be replacing it for the 6 X on Monday. Please I need suggestions

[MowerMedic77]

http://www.lawnsite.com/showthread.php?t=144040
Please post the engine info...........

[Oldtimer]

I would change the flywheel key.

Oldtimer

[Restrorob]

We will be replacing it for the 6 X on Monday.


As M/M posted more info would be helpful.....

Also, Can you explain in other words what a "starter coil" is/what it does ?

[dutch1]

It's a guess, but I presume you are talking about the recoil start assembly. Do as Oldtimer says. Pull the flywheel and check for a sheared/partially sheared flywheel key if indeed the rope is being ripped out of your hand. If the flywheel key is sheared you may also want to check for a bent crank as well(provided this is a typical 21" push/sp mower. Model/engine number would be helpful.

Dutch

[S DIAMOND]

I didn’t know Billy Goat made a finish mower, just a Brush cutter and weed mower. I suppose they classify their “weed mower” as a finish mower.

Sounds like good advice from the other guys.

However, in general, I would check the valve clearance as well.

I would say a loose blade…but, I don’t think its direct drive, Just belt driven. Good luck.

[msboy]

my billygoat has a 13.0 h.p. briggs&stratton intek ohv manual start, it sucks my arm out of the socket feels like the 2 teeth if you want to call it in the flywheel seems to break off and the rope stays all out. Replaced 5 times. Any suggestions.

[msboy]

It is not the same as the weed mower. It is classified as the Billygoat 33' finish mower.

[Bill Kapaun]

Adjust the valves first!

IF you have too much valve lash, the compression release doesn't work!