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I have a GX240 that I am attempting to mount the TAV2 Replacement Torque Converter from here. Has anyone used this converter on a GX240? It seems I have 2 options. I can mount the unit so that the driven portion sits above the rear oil filler but there is no clearance here (even without the...

I am installing a new crankshaft in a gx240. I have noticed two problems with the aftermarket replacement Q-type crankshafts for this engine. 1) The gearing for the balancer is much thinner, and not angled like on the original (see attached). This causes the balancer gear to not perfectly...

I am replacing the crankshaft for my Gx240 motor. When I disassembled the engine, I noticed some of the timing dots do not line up. Before breaking the engine down, I did verify that the engine runs, and runs strong. Notice in the pic that the #2 dots line up but the #1 dots do not. When I...

Thank you. I am going to replace the crankshaft and go from there.

Sorry, I meant the crankshaft.

I was afraid of that. Any diy videos or tutorials on replacing the camshaft?

I picked up a gx240 recentlly that I plan to put on a gokart. While attempting to install this Tav2 torque converter, I noticed 2 issues. 1) I have seen installs where you need to cut the top of the rear oil plug off so that the backplate has the necessary clearance, but that still does not...