16 hp Briggs to replace 10 hp briggs

[FrankP]

Ihave just about enought spare parts collected to build another B-10. I have run accross a 16hp briggs motor that looks like it could replace the 10 hp that would have been in the basket case B-10. Will it fit? here is the numbers. The model # is 431 type# is 0020 01 Code # is 7610251 These are all the numbers that the guy gave me. Thanks Frank

[Kent]

While I don't know anything about the specific type numbers, a 16HP single should bolt right in, replacing the 10HP. However, the 12HP and larger use a different flywheel fan and pulley system than the 10HP engines. If the 16HP doesn't have that "booster fan" setup, you'd need to find one to make it fit...

[Chris727]

You also would want the oil fill on the side of the pan, but thats as simple as changing oil pans.

[FrankP]

Kent, It looks the same at a 10hp except the gas tank is where the start should be. It looks like this picture http://www.smallenginewarehouse.com/product.asp?PN=243431-1172 Thanks Frank