Thinking about getting one of these (engine) for the boy to use, while I rebuild the m18. Might also be able to build the generator portion into a front mounted generator. The question is, what does the crank end look like. The engine tag picture that I saw did not have a letter designating a tapered crank. With the research that I've done so far, if it is first gen KT 17, it will be splash oiling ? So the crank & rods would not be interchangeable with the M18 ?
Is there any major hang ups with trying to swap this with the m18 ? I would re-use the m18 carb, ignition, and exhaust. This is the engine that a C-175 came with, correct ?
Gabriel is 6, and he LOVES the 418, because of the hand hydro. He is very safe, and monitored 100% of the time. He does not mow yet.
Thanks to all,
KJC