Condenser on 8 hp briggs engine corroded /leaking can this cause no spark

SOURCE: need point gap setting for 8 hp Briggs and

need coil gap setting for 2-8 hp briggs stratton

Ned C Cook

• 3433 Answers
• Posted on Oct 31, 2009

SOURCE: 8 hp briggs no spark,new coil ,new electronic

make sure the plug wireisn't grounding on sheet metal. Verify current to ignition module and that module is securely mounted for grounding. Negative side of coil to module, pos to ignition switch or starter button . Chk for current at coil +. . Coil -- should pulsate when cranking. Ensure there are no inline fuses, fuse box fuses, or fusible links incorporated into wires lesding to module. Good Luck_Ned_

SOURCE: trying to change the points on an old briggs and

Need to know what model Older engines have points "under" the flywheel. Use a wheel puller to remove after removing the nut in the center of the flywheel. Newer motors have an electronic ignition module. Follow the small wire from the magnetio. If it goes under the flywheel then you have points. If it goes to a small device on side of motor, you have electronic. You can go to http://www.briggsandstratton.com/ and look up your odel number.