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1617HC Simplicity Lawn Mower - Overview

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Connector-hose – Part Number: 692317
Connector-hose
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PartSelect #: PS9074730
Manufacturer #: 692317
This is a Genuine Manufacturer Sourced replacement part used on a a variety of Engines. This is a Fuel Line Connector connects the fuel line to the carburetor. This part is made out of Plastic and Met...
$9.08
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Gasket-exhaust – Part Number: 692236
Gasket-exhaust
PartSelect #: PS9294808
Manufacturer #: 692236
This OEM exhaust gasket in lawn and garden equipment creates a seal between the engine block and the muffler or exhaust pipe so that exhaust gases do not leak. This is 3.30cm in diameter and 6.35cm in...
$6.47
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Bearing, Ball 11/16x1 – Part Number: 1705897SM
Bearing, Ball 11/16x1
PartSelect #: PS8887153
Manufacturer #: 1705897SM
This ball bearing is sourced from the original equipment manufacturer and can be used in a variety of outdoor equipment. It has an inner diameter of 11/16 inches. The ball bearing provides support for...
$10.65
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Filter Fuel Mega Pack – Part Number: 394358B
Filter Fuel Mega Pack
PartSelect #: PS17016257
Manufacturer #: 394358B
This Fuel Filter is a white plastic part attached within the fuel delivery system between the fuel tank and carburetor. Installation is rated as "Easy" and requires a set of pliers and a screwdriver. ...
$6.40
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Seal-o Ring – Part Number: 691917
Seal-o Ring
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PartSelect #: PS9294749
Manufacturer #: 691917
The Seal-O Ring, also known as the gasket, is red in color, made of rubber, and is an OEM part that requires some skill to replace. This part is designed to create a seal between the carburator and ma...
$6.40
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Key-flywheel – Part Number: 222698S
Key-flywheel
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PartSelect #: PS8925657
Manufacturer #: 222698S
This is a Genuine OEM replacement part used on a variety of Lawn and Garden equipment. The key helps to secure Flywheel in place. This is a Metal Key and it is Sold Individually. You would need Plier...
$6.40
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Gasket-float Bowl – Part Number: 281165S
Gasket-float Bowl
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PartSelect #: PS8945656
Manufacturer #: 281165S
This is a Genuine OEM replacement part used on variety of Lawn and Garden Equipment Engines. This part is made out of Rubber and it is sold individually. If the carburetor is leaking fuel it is recomm...
$6.40
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Filter-oil – Part Number: 492932S
Filter-oil
PartSelect #: PS8982169
Manufacturer #: 492932S
This short-style engine oil filter is designed to remove harmful contaminants from the oil while maintaining proper lubrication in pressure-lubricated small engines. Built with high-efficiency filtrat...
$15.13
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Lawn Mower Cotter Pin – Part Number: 703312
Lawn Mower Cotter Pin
PartSelect #: PS9999599
Manufacturer #: 703312
This cotter pin is an OEM part that is 1.25 inches long, gold in color, and sold individually. Made of metal, it can have a range of applications on a variety of lawn and garden equipment. Generally, ...
$6.40
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Armature-magneto – Part Number: 591459
Armature-magneto
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PartSelect #: PS9045176
Manufacturer #: 591459
Discover the Briggs and Stratton Armature-Magneto, a vital component for optimal operation of your lawn and garden equipment engines. This premium-quality ignition coil significantly contributes to sp...
$62.60
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Snow Blower Greased Bearing – Part Number: 2108202SM
Snow Blower Greased Bearing
PartSelect #: PS9270711
Manufacturer #: 2108202SM
This Ball Bearing is an individually sold, silver/black, metal part. It reduces friction in the spindle assembly between the spindle shaft and the spindle housing. If broken due to wear/fatigue, you w...
$14.76
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Gear-pinion – Part Number: 695708
Gear-pinion
PartSelect #: PS9066374
Manufacturer #: 695708
This is a manufacturer approved starter pinion gear designed for use with lawn and garden equipment engines. This Starter pinion gear is attach to the starter clutch drive and engages the flywheel to ...
$7.88
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Stopped running. Turned to be a bent intake push rod and broken rocker arm
Removed head. Replaced both rocker arms, intake pus rod, push rod guide exhaust and head gaskets. Torqued head in 3 stages to 216 in/lbs. gapped intake to .004 and exhaust to .006 at TDC

Added oil and gas. Now running great

If you need to replace push rods use steel (exhaust) they are the same length
The engine was a Briggs & Stratton 217802 0113 E10604 (2006 year date code)
I used the following
796189 gasket
272475S gasket
697494 push rod
690822 push rod guide
691751 rocker arms
Parts Used:
Arm-rocker Guide-push Rod
  • Rene from COVINGTON, LA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Socket set, Wrench set
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