Forum: Engines

Motor will start and run but backfires and won't idle also does not want to go in high gear bogs down. What could this be? Just cleaned carb and new...

i was wondering how to clean a carb on a kohler 18 hp magnum. the engine is red.thanks!!

Does anybody know anything about an Onanan Motor or are they junk? Thanks

Is anyone running an 18 HP B&S opposed twin? If so how is the performance and is it stock or modified? I have a 1979-80 Max IV that I'm considering...

Hi all, I recently bought a 1998 MAX2 with a 18 hp vangard engine. I am having trouble with the engine flooding. Sometime when I start it and...

:hmmmm2:,,:dontknow:,,Ummm it seems kinda silly,,but after the trans rebuild,,,we got all back together,,,,it fired right up,,go to shut it...

i am reading that an oil filter relocating kit is around 200 (sticker shock) so if i relocate the motor forward an inch or so what size belt will...

Hello everyone, I'd recently introduced myself on the forum and it's been a pleasure to talk with everyone and I look forward to meeting some of...

My 02 max iv just won't run right. It idles good and drives good but on a hill or any big load it starts to bog and loose power. I have adjusted...

Hi Guys , I have a 18 Hp vanguard that came out of a Stanley hyd power PAC . It has a electronic governor that limits it to 3200 rpm . If I...

Ok guys, I have read and researched and still drawing blanks. I have an 2007 Max IV w/ 18hp Vanguard 125 hours. I have my max rpm set to about...

Hi , Does any body know the ring width/height of the 3 piston rings ????.1st comppression ,2nd compression and the oil ring assuming 3 piece...

Recently rebuilt my 18 hp opposed B&S, and needless to say, I'm not pleased with the power. I'm pondering about putting my old trusty 16 hp Vanguard...

Hello All I have a 24HP vertical Briggs on my lawn mower ( 10 yrs old perfect condition) and a 18hp horizontal on my 2000 Max ll. is it possible for...

I have an 18 vanguard with exhaust, exhaust restrictors removed, and high performance cam. I just added a 30mm vm mikuni carb with a 35 pilot and...

What is the rpm range recommended for the 18 horse vanguard has anyone raised up the governor speed at all

Someone with experience with a Honda 18 4stroke please let me know.if I should grab one for $750 new for my trail rig. how does it perform compared...

I can't seem to solve this carb issue. 01 Argo big foot 18hp B&S My argo sat in the shop for nearly a year. I changed the oil, flushed the fuel...

Hi All slightly off topic here. I have a chance to get for free a running(low powered) 18hp B&S horizontal shaft engine. it was removed from a old...

Hey everyone! I’ve got a question / seeking some guidance. Just did a full tune up on the 2001 Response engine. The biggest concern I have with...