Hi Norm ,Tyler ,AVB ,BT and Mf
Yeah not worth the effort to re-ring as it's easy to find a good second hand Quantum type engine / mower for $10 to $100.
A mate found for me last night, brand new GXV 160 motors for $505 so that might be the way to go. Worth putting on an Ariens because the drive is an excellent design
The Scam sites are $35.99 for the Honda LOL.
The GXV 160 is 4.3 Hp, I've seen the GCV 160 4.4 Hp motor for $390 in Australia .
https://www.smallenginewarehouse.com.au/products/honda-gcv160-4-4hp-petrol-engine-gcv-seriesIf it was me I would just use a good second hand motor for a replacement engine on the Ariens mower unless
you can sell the Ariens for at least $700 with the new motor.
Cheers
Max.