Red Max Parts
We are not actually a dealer of the Red Max parts, but we do have the parts look up link we can share so you can look up your part numbers, and check with us to see if we may have the part in aftermarket at a savings to you.
Just type in your model number and click on link to your parts diagrams. Write down your search result and check back with us at tewarehouse.com to see if we have the aftermarket version.
Hot Summer Temps? It May Be Time For The Spa Treatment. For Your Mower That Is.
With the temps over 100 and rain just not falling, most of us have not cut our lawns in weeks. For most of us that typically means the mower goes back in the garage for awhile, but we need to take some time to pamper the ones that keep our grass in check and our yards pristine. Our mowers.
Really we should not be mowing if it is this dry do to the fact that when it’s this dry and dusty our mowers will take in alot of dust and the rest that does not end up in your crankcase will be under your deck sandblasting your blade into a dull useless piece of steel.
But just because you are not mowing doesn’t mean you should neglect your mower. There are several things you can do to make sure the next time you start up that grass chewing, blade spinning, display of your man hood, it fires right up and makes the neighbor say ” Man, what a machine.
Do some maintenance. (Preferably in a nice cool area, if there is such a thing)
- Drain the fuel from the tank and the bowl. Typical E85 fuel will start to degrade in as little as 7-10 days, leaving the fuel separated. If the separated fuel does run good enough to keep your engine running, the additives have likely separated as well and will leave nasty deposits in your carburetor. When you do replace that fuel use some Startron ethanol treatment in your tank
- Check your spark plugs for any deposited or wear, this can lead to poor performance and bad fuel economy. Which is not something we hear alot about in this industry, but at $4 a gallon a penny saved is definitely a penny earned.
- Check and possibly replace your filters. Dirty fuel filters, air filters and oil filters will also affect engine performance by restricting flow and possibly causing your air cooled engine to overheat and lead to major repairs.
If you follow these simple rules, your mower should last for years to come.
Take a look at whats new at TEW
Looking to see whats changing at TEW? We have a whole new section in our catalog that is devoted just to the newest items list on our site. These items range from tire and wheel assemblies to cables and bearings. We are updating and adding parts daily. So if you can’t find what you are looking for today, keep looking because it might be there tomorrow.
Do I Need A Short Block, Mini Block or Long Block?
In addition to all of the engines and parts that we offer here at Tulsa Engine Warehouse, you should also be aware that we have access to and can normally supply hundreds of part numbers for short-blocks, mini-blocks and in some cases, long-block assemblies.
What is a short block?
In all but a few cases, a short block will typically consist of the full engine block with all of the internal engine components fully assembled, excluding the cylinder head(s) and will usually include any gaskets that might be required for installation. In almost all cases, the oil pan and side covers are included and already assembled, but you should be aware that there are some exceptions to the rule. That situation is usually only found on horizontal shaft engines, where the manufacturer offered oil pans of differing heights to suit different applications.
Short block or engine replacement?
Shortblocks are used for repairs in cases where an engine has failed internally, but the other major external parts (carburetor, flywheel, ignition parts, cylinder heads, etc.) are still in servicable condition. In some cases, a short block is chosen for a repair job when a suitable replacement engine is either no longer available or perhaps cost prohibitive.
What is a Mini Block?
Typically, mini blocks are offered only for Kohler brand engines and have almost everything in common with the description of short blocks above, but with the exception that the crankshaft is not supplied in the assembly. You must re-use your old crankshaft or purchase a new or different one.
What is a Long Block?
Long blocks are more often associated with the automotive industry and small engine manufacturers seldom offer them as such. Basically, a long block is the same as the short block as described above, but they also include the cylinder head(s) already installed.
What is involved in installing a short block, mini block or long block?
At a minimum you will need a set of common hand tools, and a safe, effective method of cleaning the old parts that will be re-used, plus a service manual from the engine manufacturer. In a nutshell, you will need the skills to remove all of the external parts from the old engine, clean and inspect them as required and then to re-install them on the new short block assembly. Finally, you should be capable of making any necessary adjustments that may be required in the process. In particular, you should play very close attention to any adjustments to ignition coils, valves and especially the governor control systems!
The OEM service manual will provide installation and adjustment details, along with providing details for any specialty tools that might be required.
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