This is an Authentic OEM replacement part used on Briggs and Stratton Engines. This is the Spring that connects to the Governor, opening or closing the throttle. This is a Metal Spring and it is Sold Individually. Over time springs may loose its tension and may not function as intended. If this part is lost or damaged it should be replaced. No tools are required to replace it.
You may need a Screwdriver and Pliers to replace this item.
Spring-governed Idle 691859
OEM part for: Briggs & Stratton, Briggs & Stratton Engines
Part Number: 691859
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- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.01 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This Spring-governed Idle will fit the following 1643 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Briggs & Stratton Engines
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- Engine Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 263109
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The B&S engine went to full throttle after starting the mower. The idle was extremely fast.
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Nutdriver
Parts Used
Wouldn't run right, diaphragm messed up and no idle spring and governor spring stretched.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Wouldn't start.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Carburetor idle spring missing
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Springs broke, air filter dirty
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, needle nose pliers
Old and broken governor spring along with broken throttle control cable.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Nutdriver
Log splitter had been left idle for a couple of years.
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Rag, puddy knife.
2. Removed carb governor springs.
3. Removed carb from cylinder head (two screws).
4. Cleaned fuel tank (rag and fresh fuel) and old gaskets from tank surface.
5. Put into place two (2) new gaskets, attached new carb, tightened.
6. Installed carb and screws to cylinder head, tightened.
7. Installed new governor and idle springs. Reinstalled air filter.
8. Added fresh fuel, pumped primer bulb 3 times.
9. Pulled cord 3Xs, started. Checked for leaks, motor oil levels.
10. Started splitting logs.
springs were stretched
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
I replaced the carberator then the govenor springs
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers
Next i took pliers and slightly spread the wound ring on the governor spring and slide it onto the mounting location, then rotated it until it was seated.
Next I installed the second governor spring but spreading the ends with pliers and unwound then replaced with the new spring.
Governor spring broke
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Nutdriver
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