Gerritt, thanks for the walk through the carburator assembly and cleaning. That was the first time I had seen it, let alone taken apart. All went well, no gunk in the hose but residue in the bottom of the bowl. Gave everything a good cleaning, put it back together and away it went :clapping: . Just a thought though that came to mind; this thing is coming on 20 years, still looks like new and intend to keep it that way (Craftsman 4/21) should I invest in some carburator parts for the future, just for insurance? Big Cliff may shed some light on this; since he is the small engine guru . . .
To all a Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year.
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