Recent content by HmaximS

Just an update, pulled crankcase apart and managed to change out shaft last week. Never worked on small engines before but slow and steady made it work! Got it all back together and engine wouldn't run. Forgot to set timing. Rookie mistake. Had to pull it all down again and set the timing. Runs...

The shaft came while I was away on vacation. I havent pulled the crankcase apart yet, so I havent seen what I am working with yet. Either way, either end doesnt fit on the clutch we have. What clutch did you use? Might as well buy one that I know works!

can't get any more specific than that. saved me a ton of time searching. thank you!!

<<It's a Honda GC160 or 190 and I had the same problem. I ended up buying a new crankshaft so that clutch would fit. Your current shaft is specific to that power washer. >> Figures...you don't remember where you got it do you? This will probably be the hardest part of the job....

First time go-karter here. Removed a Yamaha snowmobile engine from the frame. Too much work for now. Hope to get that back up and running at some point, it should fly! Had a 5hp engine from a pressure washer my neighbor gave me. The shaft does not look very long. Having never done this, how do...

Sounds like a plan. The engine ran at one time and it turns over when you pull the starter cord. I have the carb that came in a box. I have the gas tank from my old tractor that I gave to him and it came back with the Kart. I have a month before I start actually working on it (as mentioned - I...

Just introduced myself in the Introduction thread. Bought this buggy from my neighbor for $75 to reward my boys (ages 13 and 9) for good grades in school. Both have shown an interest in tools and fixing things. I have moderate experience, I own two antique fire trucks. Just not sure where to...

Bought a go-kart from my neighbor for $75. Has engine that doesnt run. Looking to reward my two boys, ages 13 and 9 for good grades. Have moderate fix - it experience, hell I own two old fire trucks that run and drive, but minimal experience with small engines, but looking forward to the...