Hey guys,

I recently picked up a quite new Rover I4500. I haven�t encountered one of these in my travels and was after a little bit of guidance before I start getting it working. Outdoorking�s documentation on these machines is pretty limited.

The whole setup is in quite reasonable condition, it will look even better after a wash.

1) I am assuming this engine is a close of a Honda but which one? I am used to working on the Sanli�s and Victa V40�s etc which are a clone of the GXV140 however I am not familiar which engine this one clones. Perhaps the GXV160? I ask this question because the valve clearances need adjusting.
2) The carby is a Huayi which I am assuming is similar to working on a ruixing carby. All copies of the Keihin I believe.
3) Compression feels quite low however I think adjustment of the valves should correct the issue.
4) I believe the blades are the same as the 19inch Honda variety. The measurements all match up correct � Would be great if somebody could confirm. 144mm * 44mm are the current blade measurements
5) The oil is really clean � if this machine has done more than 5 or 6 average mowing sessions I would be surprised.
6) The filter on the machine for some reason was very dirty. I am not sure what is going on because the machine was relatively clean overall (I suspect the airbox may not have been installed correctly. The previous owner did say he had only had it for a limited period.

Thank you
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