Small Engine Parts

Front

This device automatically mixes fuel in the proper proportion with air to produce a combustible gas.

Back

Carburetor

Front

This device contains lobes or cams which rotate to raise and lower the valves.

Back

Camshaft

Front

This device filters the air that is mixed with the fuel in the engine.

Back

Air Cleaner

Front

Connects the piston to the crankshaft.

Back

Connecting Rod

Front

Housing where the crankshaft and many other parts of the engine operate.

Back

Crankcase

Front

Round hole having some depth bored to receive a piston. Sometimes referred to as a bore or barrel.

Back

Cylinder

Front

Main shaft of the engine which, in conjunction with the connecting rod, changes the reciprocating motion of the piston into rotary motion.

Back

Crankshaft

Front

Valve that permits the remains of the burned fuel to leave the combustion chamber.

Back

Exhaust valve

Front

The fuel tank holds the fuel to be burned in the engine

Back

True

Front

Device that holds the flywheel in place

Back

Flywheel Key