Cameron670 33 #1 Posted May 18, 2016 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,024 #2 Posted May 18, 2016 Most close coupled generator sets had tapered shafts. What is the spec number of the motor? then you can look up the crank part #. The generator bearings may not be suitable for a front pulley mount type setup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbarnhart 240 #3 Posted May 19, 2016 I'm not sure exactly about the rpms, but a KT17 only running a 4500 W generator would make me think that its set up to only run 1800 RPM. A lot of those RV gennys were set up that way to lower fuel consumption and reduce noise. The governor parts are probably different for the low-speed generator duty. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
