John_RI 3 Posted June 13, 2007 I’m sure this has probably been asked and answered before so I do apologize. Will a 10hp cast iron engine (243431) fit into a 700/725 frame without modifying the frame or will a triangle have to be cut out to clear the blower housing? Thanks, John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4xbill 2 Posted June 13, 2007 You need to cut it out for the clearance. I have a 12 HP in mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HubbardRA 19 Posted June 13, 2007 I have a 14 in my 61 Wards(Simp 700). I did not cut out my frame. I think cutting the frame is probably the easiest way. I used a hammer to put a large dent in the frame, then put a small flat on the edge of the engine shroud. I first had a 10 Hp B/S in it, then a 12 Hp Kohler, and now a 14 Hp Kohler. For the Kohler engines, I had to drill holes in the frame for the oil drain plugs which are on the bottom of the engine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KenK 0 Posted June 14, 2007 I installed a 10hp in my B-1.I cut the frame for clearance for the shroud.I also had to rig up a different starter/gen bracket so the S/G would clear the hood. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HubbardRA 19 Posted June 14, 2007 Ken's reply got me thinking. The 10 Hp B/S that I put on my tractor had a low-mount Starter-generator on it. The two Kohler engines both used Bendix type starters with an alternator under the flywheel. This is why I never had an interference problem with a S-G. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John_RI 3 Posted June 15, 2007 Thanks for all the replies. I thought I'd have to make the hole but was hoping someone would say that it wasn't necessary. Also, thanks for the warning about the S/G issue. Two more questions: What would folks suggest I use to make the cut? I was thinking about a hole saw and then saws-all - or should I just use the torch? Can I just pull off the oil sump and rotate it 180 degrees? Thanks - Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roy 0 Posted June 15, 2007 I used a hole saw and cutoff blade in a 1/4", 90 degree die grinder to cut the hole in my B-1. Think the sump can be rotated on your Briggs without a problem. Not sure about the S/G hood clearance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites