18hp briggs and stratton v twin.

[roger.johnson 0]

I am new to this, and I was wondering what I could do to my engine to get more power out of it. I have an 18hp v twin briggs and stratton.

Thanks guys!

[TT-(Moderator) 1,131]

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Vanguard twin?

Application?

[Don1977 604]

If cleaning the carburetor doesn't help I would try changing ignition module the vanguard has two.. If its weak it can run good with no load and be a dog when loaded. You could check the plugs after pulling it hard to see if they are clean or carboned up. This can also tell if one is bad.

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What you're saying is it's running good as is, and you're looking for more performance?

[roger.johnson 0]

yes the vanguard twin, it is on my work horse gt -1848. The main purpose for this machine is now pushing snow, and I am looking to get it running better, if possible. It runs ok now, I am just looking at doing some small things to increase the performance if possible.

[TT-(Moderator) 1,131]

I think the Vanguard twins work quite well in stock form.

It is possible to get 50hp out of what once was 16 or 18, but you need a big wallet.

Check out this site:

http://www.performancevtwins.com/

[TheReDStAnG 4]

Are you sure you have a vanguard v twin? That model came factory with an 18 hp opposed twin Briggs engine.

[TT-(Moderator) 1,131]

That model came factory with an 18 hp opposed twin Briggs engine.

So did mine, but I'm trying to change that:

[AMC RULES 37,117]

PM this guy.

http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/user/5219-rooster/