SeanKroll
Treehouser
My SuperJr 1620 ran a 25 hp replacement engine for a while, which is now done. I need to replace it.
What do I need to know to replace the engine? Seems like the bolt pattern on the bottom is easy to figure, by measuring the 4 mounting slots and the current bolt spacing. What about the bolt-up for the drive belts and hydraulic pump?
I was wondering about the angle of operation. Google told me that Briggs and Stratton are good at 15 degrees, and 30 degrees intermittently. I have never measured the angle of operation while grinding. Seems to be a standard concern if your engine is mounted on the grinder boom. IIRC Fiddler lost the engine on his 38 Special due to excess angle and oil supply issues.
I've seen engines without mufflers. Where do I source the muffler?
Recommendations on engines and sources? I've looked at Surplus Center and Northern Tool, somewhat.
What do I need to know to replace the engine? Seems like the bolt pattern on the bottom is easy to figure, by measuring the 4 mounting slots and the current bolt spacing. What about the bolt-up for the drive belts and hydraulic pump?
I was wondering about the angle of operation. Google told me that Briggs and Stratton are good at 15 degrees, and 30 degrees intermittently. I have never measured the angle of operation while grinding. Seems to be a standard concern if your engine is mounted on the grinder boom. IIRC Fiddler lost the engine on his 38 Special due to excess angle and oil supply issues.
I've seen engines without mufflers. Where do I source the muffler?
Recommendations on engines and sources? I've looked at Surplus Center and Northern Tool, somewhat.