Yes sir. It does have a cast iron sleeve in it. Not sure of powerbuilt or I/C.
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Yes sir. It does have a cast iron sleeve in it. Not sure of powerbuilt or I/C.
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Thanks for information ! :smile: Still a nice engine even without cast sleeve, and this saved the cylinder to rust. Probably not a Powerbuilt without sleeve (and not an I/C).
Were you able to free up the rings ?
Were you able to free up the rings ?
@Mkala it does have the cast sleeve. I did get the rings off (in pieces). Got new rings in today and will install them tonight.
One more question... Is it OK to use a heavy gear oil 80w to re-assemble the engine with? I don't have any special grease or lube.
TIA,
Ken
One more question... Is it OK to use a heavy gear oil 80w to re-assemble the engine with? I don't have any special grease or lube.
TIA,
Ken
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I wouldn't see anything wrong with it
Assembly lube is best if the engine would sit before starting.
10w30 engine oil would be good.
Assembly lube is best if the engine would sit before starting.
10w30 engine oil would be good.
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Ha sorry I misread ! So it's nice the cylinder has not any rust, especially considering valve state. But for you it's even better, definitely worth it working on this motor ! :thumbsup:
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Yes I saw it, 344cc OHV engine. And what the relation with ? :confused2:
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Yes, and they are still on sale : https://www.briggsandstratton.com/e.../rider-mower-engines/series-3-powerbuilt.html
And if I'm wrong with something, tell me directly - I'm always happy to learn something new
But that not the subject - hope our rebuilder is progressing and have some pics to share with us ?
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The link you furnished did not work however I did find such an engine and it specified cast iron cylinder liner which is contrary to the traditional Power Built engines which were aluminum bore. I have never seen nor heard of a Power Built OHV engine before.
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