Recent content by tlet

Is it possible to change crankshaft on motor? or Any ideas how I could still use this motor? The motor runs fine. I bought an electric start generator so I thought this would be a good motor for a go kart project with my son.

I have a 10hp tecumseh motor that I removed from a generator. I am looking to purchase a centrifugal clutch but they all seem to require a 3/16 keyway on the crankshaft. My crankshaft is tapered to 5/8in and does not have a keyway, its smooth. Can I still use this motor for a gokart without...