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Hy guys, What B/S engines will replace my KT17 in my 917h? Single or twin that will not require major conversion. dewayne
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I'd go with a 16 B/S or 16 Kohler one cylinder, myself.
maxtorman1234
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A Kt series 2, Magnum 18 or 20 should fit with some changes to wiring. I much prefer the twins over any singles, theyre much smoother, and power seems more constant. If you want you can downgrade to a B/S[:0]:). I know a 10-16HP briggs will fit, but unsure about anything else.
Ronald Hribar
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A major upgrade is the 16hp Briggs. 99% of the conversions are to 16hp Briggs
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A clarification note: The cast iron B/S single cylinder engine will drop right in with no mods to the frame or drive line (the B/S twins have a different driveline centerline and different mounting holes). It will require a wiring modification as the B/S are not battery ignition like the KT17. So either change the B/S to battery ignition or change the tractor to a grounding key switch. The drive shaft coupler from the KT17 will not work on the B/S. But it will work on a Kohler single..
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Thanks guys for the info. Now I have decide if I really want to change out or not. dewayne
patrician12
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On my AC 919 the driveshaft to the bgb is definitely shorter than my 7116.Are there 2 different bolt patterns drilled into the frame?I thought that all the shafts were the same length except for the twin Kohlers.
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