New engine for my argo 18hp...

[Loganairborne]

Been impressed with reviews and prices for 22hp Predator engine Harbour Freight sells. The 18 hp Briggs isnt powerful enough. Was curious if the 22 hp Predator would make a difference. The 18hp Brighs is giving me issues turning in high. Talked to a well informed dealer/mechanic in S.Dakota. I either adjust the clutch spring or put a stronger motor in. Would this be easy and what would I run into. Any info would help. Going to put one iny max2 as well... Thanks

[Noel Woods]

I've seen first hand a conversion into a golf car that previously had a 11hp gas motor to the 22hp Predator. That conversion turned a mild mannered golf car into a wolf in sheep's clothing. I think if I needed a new motor, the 22hp Predator would be it, but I would add an alternator as the 3amp stock system won't do much to keep the machine charged up.

The 18hp motor is adequate for a Max2 or Hustler 950 sized machine, but the larger machines need more power. Your current motor has probably lost a lot of its power by normal wear and tear.

[thejunkman]

How many hours on your machine ? you could always bypass the governor it made my bigfoot a different machine better throttle response no more bogging and faster acceleration basicly a no cost upgrade as long as you dont over rev it or buy a rev kit for around 80.00 dollars