Rattling sound coming from New Briggs 23hp twin Vangaurd

[truxnthangs]

100_2393.jpg100_2392.jpgI'm noticing a Rattling/low knocking sound coming from new 23 hp Vangaurd....no more than 5-6 hrs on motor. I put this in my Max II ...Took valve covers off to check clearance...seems good , .006...Rocker arms have lots of play (side to side) Not sure if this is even the issue..
Anyone else experiencing this ??

[jerseybigfoot]

You may have a rattle from the primary clutch. Remove the clutch and see if it still rattles. Clutch rattle is common at idle.

[truxnthangs]

thanks for response jerseybigfoot....I'll check that..seems to be more of a fast knocking sound....kinda comes and goes....very noticeable though

[MaxRules]

Sometimes the air box or lid rattles.