What is a direct drop in replacement for 18 hp vanguard briggs in a max 4

[Delduck]

Direct drop replacement for a max 4 18 hp vanguard 2000

[Mike]

What are you looking for? Do you want more power or just a replacement engine for one that has blown up?

[Delduck]

I'd like to have one that's easier to start and doesn't smoke. I just don't want problems with it later on, it seems tired. So I'd like to either upgrade with hp or just stay the same doesn't matter just want more reliability. Also if anyone knows a good mechanic aroun deleware that is familiar with these machines please let me know. My shop mechanic has had enough ��