Engine Possibility

[kartmaster]

Alright guys, i found this engine a power horse 208cc OHV Horizontal engine for $169.99.. I don't know much about anything, so i wanted your guys opinion. How much hp would these things have. And would it work for the go kart in my avatar? Should i buy it or should i look for something better?

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200377914_200377914

 

[B man]

Probably around 6hp. it would be good for that kart. kinda weird looking can't tell if its a clone engine.

 

[r_chez_08]

I am pretty sure it is a clone with a slightly different design, that has been bored/stroked. I imagine it would be rated at about 7hp. I personally would not buy it because you have the chance that honda/clone parts may not fit. Instead i would get ome of these.
Rob

 

[Russ2251]

Link says 6hp.

 

[kartmaster]

alright well i dropeed that engine and found this one. DUROMAX 16 HP GAS ENGINE GO CART MOTOR LOG SPLITTER $299.99?

http://cgi.ebay.com/DUROMAX-16-HP-G...ltDomain_0&hash=item1c1c32827e#ht_5029wt_1139

I was wondering what you guys thought of that one and if it is worth its price.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

It'll do the job, but keep in mind that anything over 8hp (typically) has a 1" shaft, so you're going to have to buy a new clutch or cvt for your kart as the old one is likely 3/4". You will also have to modify or fab a new engine mount plate as the footprint on the larger engines is, well- larger.

 

[kartmaster]

Cool thanks, but is it worth its price, my dad wants to buy a honda engine, but they are to expensive and im trying to save some money.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

There's about a zillion 6.5hp clones out there for $100-$200. Grab one. It'll do the job, and are compatible with most Honda GX repair and upgrade parts. The Harbor Freight model is a very popular choice, but as I understand it, they're discontinued and getting a bit harder to find. Do a google image search and look closely at all the 6.5's like the Lifan, Champion, Power Fist, and Box Stock Project. Before long, you'll be able to spot a clone 100 miles away and be able to make some choices.

 

[Bluethunder3320]

heres some good choices IMO...

http://cgi.ebay.com/210124a-10HP-Ho...ultDomain_0&hash=item2a07c36b27#ht_500wt_1156

http://cgi.ebay.com/ROBIN-SUBARU-MO...aultDomain_0&hash=item45fa790663#ht_891wt_988

 

[jrmints1415]

heres some good choices IMO...

http://cgi.ebay.com/210124a-10HP-Ho...ultDomain_0&hash=item2a07c36b27#ht_500wt_1156

http://cgi.ebay.com/ROBIN-SUBARU-MO...aultDomain_0&hash=item45fa790663#ht_891wt_988

he wants to save money not pay more than he has to...

 

[rabies]

http://cgi.ebay.com/DUROMAX-16-HP-G...ltDomain_0&hash=item1c1c32827e#ht_5029wt_1139

I was wondering what you guys thought of that one and if it is worth its price.

this..... <<<<

any thoughts?
would it be a big upgrade from a 10hp tecumseh?

 

[kartmaster]

this..... <<<<

any thoughts?
would it be a big upgrade from a 10hp tecumseh?

the engines are being clearenced.. if you want to buy one for 82.00..

http://cgi.ebay.com/DUROMAX-16-HP-G...ryZ51004QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I wanted to buy it myself,, but i dont have enough money and my parents dont have any money to lend me.

 

[r97]

this..... <<<<

any thoughts?
would it be a big upgrade from a 10hp tecumseh?

it would have 60% more power, and be a reasonably good engine, but the Tecumseh is probably of better quality.

he wants to save money not pay more than he has to...

if i spend money on a good reliable engine, and not on a cheep one that is more likely to brake, i may very well save money. i would gladly spend some extra money on a good engine.

heres some good choices IMO...

http://cgi.ebay.com/210124a-10HP-Ho...ultDomain_0&hash=item2a07c36b27#ht_500wt_1156

http://cgi.ebay.com/ROBIN-SUBARU-MO...aultDomain_0&hash=item45fa790663#ht_891wt_988

also:

this one requires a 1" bore clutch
http://cgi.ebay.com/Robin-Subaru-Engine-9-HP-Free-Shipping-/300565633282?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item45fb1b9902#ht_657wt_905

http://cgi.ebay.com/Robin-Subaru-Engine-6-HP-Free-Shipping-/290569153122?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43a7456a62#ht_637wt_905

Cool thanks, but is it worth its price, my dad wants to buy a honda engine, but they are to expensive and im trying to save some money.

maybe dad will help pay for a Honda? he is right, a Honda would be an excellent choice! maybe used? a GX200 from northern i think is $400, kinda expensive. that robin Subaru 6hp is an excellent engine and at $225 with free shipping, who can resist!?

heres some more specs on this engine, EX17 engine specs

 

[r97]

the engines are being clearenced.. if you want to buy one for 82.00..

http://cgi.ebay.com/DUROMAX-16-HP-G...ryZ51004QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I wanted to buy it myself,, but i dont have enough money and my parents dont have any money to lend me.

dang, almost tempted to buy that, seems kinda fishy though... :ninja::ninja:

 

[r_chez_08]

Link says 6hp.

Sorry, i was on my ipod, and when i clicked on the link it came up with the mobile home page for northern tool, so i guessed 7hp .

 

[rabies]

i wish i could jus find a 25-50hp go cart engine for $100
itl never happn though.

i seen some fancy motors with 33hp but they are $3000.
i could jus buy a 4x4 blazer and strip it competely for $500

 

[bighead]

i wish i could jus find a 25-50hp go cart engine for $100
itl never happn though.

i seen some fancy motors with 33hp but they are $3000.
i could jus buy a 4x4 blazer and strip it competely for $500

Sled engines could be done for $100 and be about 25 to 50 hp plus. Not new though.

 

[Bluethunder3320]

i found a few sleds on craigslist for under $100 in running condition.

too bad we have an SUV. wont fit.

 

[rabies]

^i usualy ask the person selling it if they would drop it off and i offer some gas $.
one day il buy a truck lol