yeah I was afraid of that.... was hoping to pull it down to a short block, replace gaskets and seals and give it a whirl....
and on the base being the same as the Cubs, I wish. I have 3 of these machines already, and every one has a wide flange base. If it were a narrow base, then I would have an engine for my 1650, that came to me without one. if it was.... that machine is going to donate its ported pump and hyd lift, to my 129. The 1650 is missing a few more pieces than just an engine anyway. I searched for a 16hp Kohler with a Cub cadet base earlier this year, and for something that is supposed to run, I could not touch one for $350..... found a couple of bare blocks for $150. no thanks. by the time I piece one together, after the trip thru the machine shop I can see having $800 in an engine at that rate.... not me.
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