Peerless 700 Centrifugal Clutch

[jwc4806]

Do yall think a dual belt centrifugal clutch will hold up on a 16hp engine with a peerless 700 transmission. I got 19" tires and a top speed will not be more than 25mph.

 

[anickode]

Most likely, as long as the clutch is rated for the engine HP. Being a (presumably) vertical installation, belts are definitely your best bet. Try to get a matched pair of belts. You might be able to run a 2 groove power band (banded belts) and on there instead, for increased strength, a perfect belt match, and vastly improved resistance to throwing or rolling a belt.

 

[Kaptain Krunch]

A clutch rated for 16hp is going to be expensive, have you considered a belt tensioner style clutch commonly found on lawn tractors?