I cooked my Predator :(

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I was out pulling the boys around in the snow with sleds behind the Murray, and the Predator 212 suddenly ground to a halt with a nasty screech. And it won't pull/turn over. It's toast. :(

The thing is, it still has oil in it, and as best as i can tell more than a little. :ack2:

Good thing those motors are cheap..
 
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Bosch said:
I was out pulling the boys around in the snow with sleds behind the Murray, and the Predator 212 suddenly ground to a halt with a nasty screech. And it won't pull/turn over. It's toast. :(

The thing is, it still has oil in it, and as best as i can tell more than a little. :ack2:

Good thing those motors are cheap..
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Do not throw it away it could be the clutch i had one seize up on my i couldnt pull the starter or get it to turn over when i lifted up the back of the kart and pulled the starter it started
 
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But you are right Bosch, those motors are cheap. So it is not going tot set you back TOO much. 50-75 for used even. I did do some research and found the Predator 302cc seems to be a bit more reliable, even tho the Predator line is pretty reliable for its price already.
 
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Im about to pull the pin on a few of these.. would also like to know the fail point if you decide to crack it open..
 
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Unfortunately, this happens from time to time with all engines. A friend of mine bought a brand new Briggs Raptor years ago and it lasted about 2 days after break in. The rod broke and knocked a hole in the block. It sucks either way, but at least you're only out $100 instead of $400! :cheers2:

I would also like to know what failed, as I'm considering buying one of these as well...
 
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It'll be a month or better before I get into it. It's single-digit temps now for the year and my shop is poorly heated.
 
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I measured tonight, and it's too wide to go through the sliding glass door in the basement....

:rolleyes:

for whatever it's worth, I have every intention of replacing with the same predator 212.
 
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Bosch said:
I measured tonight, and it's too wide to go through the sliding glass door in the basement....

:rolleyes:

for whatever it's worth, I have every intention of replacing with the same predator 212.
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Pop the motor off, and crack open that case! :useless::roflol:
 
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The motor is too wide to fit through a screen door?

Man you got some skinny screen doors Nebraska ;)
 
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Bosch said:
It's 17 degrees! I will let you all know when I learn more.
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Well.....let me help....screen doors are generally 30-36" wide Predator engines about 18"......

17° Is cold.....it's 15° below freezing.....

Now.....you know more..........................:lolgoku:

I can't say too much .....I'm in Texas....it was 24° last night.....I had to put on a ski mask to look out the window......lol....
 
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Ok, people.. I will try to remove the motor over Thanksgiving break, if you can all keep yer pants on until then..
 
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