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What should the spark plug gap be on a Briggs and Stratton?

Dennis WaldenNov 21, 2021

Flathead Engine Spark Plugs & Gaps

Replacement Part TypeBriggs & Stratton Spark Plug Part NumberSpark Plug Gap
Electromagnetic Suppression (EMS) (Replaces Champion QC12YC)691043 792015.030”
Extended Life Series® OHV Spark Plug Platinum (Replaces Champion RC12YC)696202 5066 (5066D, 5066H).030”

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Thereof, what's the spark plug gap on a Craftsman lawn mower?

Flathead Engine Spark Plugs & Gaps

Replacement Part TypeReplacement Spark Plug Options by Briggs & Stratton Part NumberSpark Plug Gap
"Surefire" RJ2YXLE in Craftsman Smooth Start (MRS) lawn mower591040.030”
Also to know is, do lawn mower spark plugs come pre gapped?
Check the gap on the new spark plug before installing it. A new plug will often come pre-gapped to match your specific engine, but use a spark plug gauge to verify that it matches the manufacturer's specifications.

Moreover, what happens when the spark plug gap is too big?

One of the key factors that makes a spark plug work well, or not, is the size of the gap between the electrodes. ... However, if the spark plug gap is too large, the spark is unlikely to consistently "jump" across the long distance between electrodes, thus leading to a rough-running engine or one that doesn't run at all.

How do I know if my lawn mower spark plug is bad?

Here's How to Know if a Lawn Mower Spark Plug is Bad

  1. You can't get the engine to fire up at all.
  2. You have to tug extra hard for longer than usual on the rewind.
  3. Your lawn mower loses power while moving.
  4. The gas runs out quicker than it used to.

What is the difference between RC12YC and rc14yc spark plug?

What is the difference between rc12yc and rc14yc spark plug? The higher number is a slightly hotter spark type plug. The RC14YC4 is now the standard plug for the 990/992 Generac engines. The 999 in the new 16-22kW Evolution (7000 series) units and older 20kW units are still using the cooler RC12YC4 plugs.

What happens if you put the wrong spark plug in your lawn mower?

Spark plugs that are gapped incorrectly can cause an engine to miss, or run erratically, especially during idle. The incorrect spark plug gaps can cause uneven firing of individual spark plugs and delay engine combustion; both of which can cause an engine to miss or idle erratically.

Is spark plug RC12YX the same as RC12YC?

We can find no cross reference for RC12YX to any NGK number, but RC12YC does cross to NGK BCPR5ES .
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Dennis Walden

Dennis owns a small farm and loves to grill since his early childhood. He’s a professional cook, but hiking and enjoying the great outdoors is his no less favorite part of life.