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15-30 minutes
This replacement armature-magneto also known as an ignition module is specially designed for use with Briggs and Stratton engines commonly installed on Toro lawn and garden equipment. Ignition coil supplies high voltage to the spark plug on the engine. If the ignition coil is defective, the engine may not start. To complete this repair you would need screwdriver set.
Armature-magneto 590781
OEM part for: Briggs & Stratton Engines, Toro
Part Number: 590781
$82.38
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This Armature-magneto will fit the following 3195 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Briggs & Stratton Engines
- Craftsman
- Toro
This item works with the following types of products:
- Engine
- Lawn Mower
- Lawn Tractor
This part replaces obsolete part #: 394891, 394891 (For L head twin cylinder engines), 394988
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was not sure if this would fix my problem due to so many lock outs and over rides but it wae the solution.
all parts arrived when expected and in great shape
Guest -
April 13, 2020
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Fantastic repair parts and instructions!
I was so impressed to get original OEM Briggs & Stratton products for my Craftsman GT 6000 garden tractor that was built in 1987-100% USA. They just don't build stuff like the original built in the USA products. Have never got a wrong or bad part from eReplacement Parts. Very good parts,service,pricing and delivery time.
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September 2, 2019
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mower died..no spark..kill switches on seat and blade engagement checked good, next day mower started and ran, generally when mags/coils fail ..they fail..can they fail intermittently ?need to rule out other issues before spending $80
Calvin
for model number 42a707 1652 01
asked on 2023-03-25
Hello Calvin, thank you for writing. Yes, they can fail intermittently. The magnets in a magneto never go completely dead. They lose energy slowly with use after a charge until they reach a certain point and then they stabilize. It is more likely that the coil has failed, the points are severely fouled, or there is a short somewhere. We hope this is of some help.
eReplacementParts Team March 25, 2023
Is this the correct part for my model number? It leads me to this one but my model number isn't in the compatibility list. Thank you.
Bryon
for model number 461707 0143 E1
asked on 2022-05-18
Hello Bryon, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number:590781. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
eReplacementParts Team May 18, 2022
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Garden Tractor wouldn't start. No spark...
Ronald - June 1, 2016
👍 9 of 10 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
Easy to replace. Instructions with part are well put together. After removing engine cover, the replacement was easy. Only issue was the replacement plug wires did not come with spark plug rubber boot. I had to pull them off of the old plug wires and install them, with a little soap, onto the new plug wires.
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No spark
Phillip - November 6, 2016
👍 3 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Power Drill, Socket set, Nutdriver
Parts Used
Remove old armature magneto, install new armature magneto. Easy as 1-2-3. Thank you for helping me get the right part .
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Engine died and wouldn't start again.
Bryon - June 22, 2022
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Once I removed the hood and side panels it was easy to remove the engine cover to replace the armature/ magneto. only issue I had is I also ordered a timing key but received a float bowl screw which I have no use for. The sticker on the back of the package says timing key. The front of the package from briggs and Stratton says float bowl screw which is what it is. I've contacted customer service several times about this and have yet to get a response.
My lawn tractor now starts but won't wind up to full speed. I may have a carburetor issue as well.
My lawn tractor now starts but won't wind up to full speed. I may have a carburetor issue as well.
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would not start
kenneth - May 5, 2020
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
removed shroud then removed magneto then reversed it.
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Would not start, no spark at the plugs
Barton - September 28, 2020
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Nutdriver, feeler gauges
Parts Used
removed the bad Magneto, put the new on and adjusted to the given gap. tractor started right up, first try....
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No spark at either plug wire
james - May 18, 2018
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wire brush
Parts Used
1. Took off cover for flywheel.
2. Removed old armature/ magneto ( coil/wire ) assembly
3. Cleaned rust and dirt off all visible parts
4. Installed new armature , used matchbook cover to set gap.as instructed.
5. Reassembled flywheel cover.
6. Started lawn tractor and cut the grass.
2. Removed old armature/ magneto ( coil/wire ) assembly
3. Cleaned rust and dirt off all visible parts
4. Installed new armature , used matchbook cover to set gap.as instructed.
5. Reassembled flywheel cover.
6. Started lawn tractor and cut the grass.
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