JMoney
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I need to replace the engine for a Snapper self propelled push mower that's about 18 years old. The deck is quite similar to the one here and is still in good shape for the most part. It's actually my favorite deck design that I've used for a mower. This is for residential use. Here is a similar mower on the Snapper website. https://www.snapper.com/na/en_us/product-catalog/push-mowers/commercial-walk-mowers.html
Bef0re making the actual purchase I will measure/verify the shaft specs, but by looking up the model number I've determined they should be 25mm x 3-5/32". The old motor is a 12H802-1987-B1. I don't believe it is worth rebuilding, and there is light scoring in the bore. I believe this is a 6HP motor with 12 cu inches displacement. New motors appear to be substantially smaller on average, and I am concerned about placing an under-powered motor on the deck.
My first choice is probably the Honda GCV160. My only concern is that it is 40cc smaller than the motor it will be replacing. I am aware that it is an aluminum bore consumer motor, but so is the one that lasted for 18 years (though I did not purchase the mower new). For twice the price I don't think it's worth buying an engine that will probably outlive the deck. I am reassured that Snapper actually puts the similar Honda GXV160 on the mower I linked above, which has a similar deck. .
Am I missing anything? Does anyone have any tips or suggestions?
Thanks,
Justin
Bef0re making the actual purchase I will measure/verify the shaft specs, but by looking up the model number I've determined they should be 25mm x 3-5/32". The old motor is a 12H802-1987-B1. I don't believe it is worth rebuilding, and there is light scoring in the bore. I believe this is a 6HP motor with 12 cu inches displacement. New motors appear to be substantially smaller on average, and I am concerned about placing an under-powered motor on the deck.
My first choice is probably the Honda GCV160. My only concern is that it is 40cc smaller than the motor it will be replacing. I am aware that it is an aluminum bore consumer motor, but so is the one that lasted for 18 years (though I did not purchase the mower new). For twice the price I don't think it's worth buying an engine that will probably outlive the deck. I am reassured that Snapper actually puts the similar Honda GXV160 on the mower I linked above, which has a similar deck. .
Am I missing anything? Does anyone have any tips or suggestions?
Thanks,
Justin