Carburetor rebuild kit 498260 includes gaskets and replacement parts needed to restore the performance of your Briggs & Stratton engine?s carburetor. It replaces part numbers 493762 and 498261 and fits a variety of lawn and garden equipment models.
If your engine is hard to start, idles roughly, or stalls under load, a worn carburetor could be the cause. Rebuilding the carburetor with this kit can resolve fuel delivery issues, helping your engine run smoothly and efficiently again.
Before beginning the repair, drain the fuel and disconnect the spark plug wire. Work in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves to protect your hands. For detailed steps, follow the carburetor rebuild guide at Sears PartsDirect.
The delivery was prompt and all the parts were just what I ordered.
Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation1 - 2 hours
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May 12, 2022|non y b, Billings, Montana
part came quickly when they said it would , part was correct.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes
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February 19, 2022|Bill S, Wilminton NC
service was fast accurate and inexpensive, couldn't have been better. So yeah, five stars
Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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Installing the Carburetor
July 25, 2021|enyglo, Richmond, Virginia
The installation of the carburetor was easy for me because prior to my ordering of the parts I had read and watched the videos of how it is done. I will recommend for DIYers to take time and watch videos of the experts on how it is done especially "Sears videos". As soon as I removed the old carburetor and replaced it my lawn mower started with only one pull. I saved $150 from the repairs. You can do it yourself.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes
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easy to install
July 19, 2021|Doc33, Haines City, Fl.
easy to follow instructions . enjoyed the after results.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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Quality parts and easy to install
July 14, 2021|RicoPet, My. Sinai
Clean the mower thoroughly before starting the work. It took some time, but it insured that I didn't get any gunk in the engine.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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All the parts I needed
May 19, 2021|Rick C, Falmouth, Maine
The rebuild was quick and easy. There aren't many parts to be changed out in this carb. anyways, but everything you need is there.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes
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Started on the first pull
March 31, 2021|Novice C T, Louisville, KY
My mower STOPPED last fall. I wrestled with replacing it, since a pro rebuild would cost 1/3 of a new model. Knowing almost nothing about a carburetor, I took a risk. All the parts I needed (and more) came with the kit. I took my time following the directions. It started on the first pull of the cord, and did not stop until I was ready to stop. Your agent was wonderful in helping me with my purchase.
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