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#79540 26/11/16 02:44 AM
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seanw
hello.
was given this mower today
[Linked Image]
owner unable to start
upon inspection found slight anomaly
[Linked Image]
would i have to replace the engine with the same 190cc or could i use smaller?
maybe rebuild
thank you


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seanw #79541 26/11/16 03:34 AM
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Why replace it that is perfectly fine just well ventilated. lol Actually it beyond hope except for the spares.

I usually try replace with the same size engine or slightly larger.

seanw #79542 26/11/16 06:27 AM
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Can't you just rivet some tin with over the crankcase? Only two strokes need an air tight seal.


Ahh, if only victa had kept producing the thumblatch catcher series, they would be in better shape today!
seanw #79543 26/11/16 06:28 AM
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Hmmm, spoke too soon. Get another engine!


Ahh, if only victa had kept producing the thumblatch catcher series, they would be in better shape today!
seanw #79551 26/11/16 05:13 PM
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Briggs do that Sean, base looks ok, wheels are good,handle fold down bolt look good, great score

seanw #79553 26/11/16 05:28 PM
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seanw
thanks lawnmower aficionado's
although i like the idea of tin and pop rivets. and i could not find any pop rivets.
had a bit of a look round and found this [Linked Image]
seems to be in disguise. [Linked Image]
would this be a suitable donor motor?
Thankyou
Sean


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seanw #79554 26/11/16 05:30 PM
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Now there's your problem.You forgot to check the air cleaner.I have to ask though.Is it worth fixing?


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seanw #79564 26/11/16 11:17 PM
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That motor will fit straight on Sean, best to make sure it runs before you bother swapping it over


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