Briggs and stratton 140cc engine
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That's a very different engine than the flat-heads. Most likely a Chinese import.
This is the first year I've noticed this Briggs labeled, 140cc OHV engine on units sold at my local home/hardware stores.
I assume it will eventually phase out the flat-heads all together.
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
This is the first year I've noticed this Briggs labeled, 140cc OHV engine on units sold at my local home/hardware stores.
I assume it will eventually phase out the flat-heads all together.
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
Originally Posted By: JTK
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
I agree. I've never had a flathead engine issue, more than i can say for OHV.
In something that gets used a few hours a week at most longevity and easy repair is the key. How much fuel are you going to save in a years time?
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
I agree. I've never had a flathead engine issue, more than i can say for OHV.
In something that gets used a few hours a week at most longevity and easy repair is the key. How much fuel are you going to save in a years time?
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Originally Posted By: JTK
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
I agree. I've never had a flathead engine issue, more than i can say for OHV.
In something that gets used a few hours a week at most longevity and easy repair is the key. How much fuel are you going to save in a years time?
last weekend I got out my pressure washer for the first time since Fall. I couldnt believe the valve chatter it had for a few minutes (5.5hp Chonda.)
Originally Posted By: JTK
Like I always say, I like the smoothness, power and low fuel consumption of these OHV engines, but are they as simple and long lasting as the old flat-heads? Probably not.
Joel
I agree. I've never had a flathead engine issue, more than i can say for OHV.
In something that gets used a few hours a week at most longevity and easy repair is the key. How much fuel are you going to save in a years time?
last weekend I got out my pressure washer for the first time since Fall. I couldnt believe the valve chatter it had for a few minutes (5.5hp Chonda.)
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