Generac XG10000E Carburetor and Governor

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

Episode 1 of Jay Fixes Stuff - We take on a Generac XG10000E, take it apart, clean the carburetor, throw some tools, discuss governor and engine speed challenges and load test it.

A fun small engine repair project on this Generac generator.

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0:00 - Introduction

1:37 - Handle Button Workaround

2:32 - Welcome

3:34 - Tank, Rollover Valve and side rail removal

9:39 - Airbox Winter Summer Modes

10:00 - Airbox & Engine Speed Droop

12:00 - Airbox Removal & Discussion

18:50 - Linkage Discussion

20:44 - Governor Rod & Anti-Surge Spring Orientation

22:40 - Carburetor Removal

34:25 - Governor Adjustment

35:20 - Governor Calibration

36:44 - Carburetor Cleaning

1:10:40 - Carburetor Installation

1:17:00 - Governor Rod

1:17:50 - Governor Spring and Bracket

1:20:04 - Airbox Installation

1:37:08 - Finishing Reassembly

1:43:09 - Load Test

1:46:13 - Conclusion

Note: In this video I commented that it was odd that the rollover valve allowed air in to the tank freely but did not allow air out. As it turns out, the valve was defective and cleaning it restored airflow in and out.

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