20 Most Recent Troy-Bilt TB144 26cc 4-Cycle Gas-Powered Cultivator-Tiller with Edger Questions & Answers

It possible that the PVC is stuck closed or the hose attach form the PVC to intake manifold is either pinch shut or the hose has

collapsed, not allowing the crankcase to have a negitive presurre. The other possiblity is the cylinder rings may have to much blow by thus forcing the oil out throught the dip stick tube. Check the PVC system first.

Inspect the seals, connections and hoses, and seals for any leaks. Leaks can lead to a drop in pressure and cause the pressure washer to shut off.

Check spark plug is clean and not cracked . If you google make and model it comes up with some information of how to sort problems .

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Hi, Please pour some oil on the axel of the lawn mower wheel before attempting to use it on the grass again. If this fails again, it might be time to upgrade your lawnmower. Thank you.

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Question edited for clarity. Question moved from Cars and Trucks. There are lots of ideas here. I would use some Penetrating Oil and punch it out. Or you can use some heat. https://www.google.com/search?q=remove+a+wheel+pin+that+is+frozen+on+a+Troy+bilt+tiller ..

You have spark but it will not run?

So could be fuel or compression or timing.

As a test, remove air filter and spray a short (1/2 second) burst of starter fluid directly into carburetor. Then promptly pull the recoil starter.

If it runs for a few seconds and stops, then it's a fuel issue. Likely fouled carburetor.

If it does not run then it could be flooded, low compression, or timing.

does engine bogg down if so try clearing any grass /debris around shaft --- greasing shaft --check for damage shaft or head

read all instructions before operating your mower that will include where the port is this is your manual https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/prior-year-models/troy-bilt-self-propelled-lawn-mower-model-12ag839e711/12AG839E711.html