Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): briggs & stratton 9.00 206cc engine, overhead valve engines, briggs stratton

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QUESTION: I bought this engine with a pressure but would like to use it on a 2 seater go kart i am making.Would it be powerful enough  and what clutch and sprockets do i have to use. Thank you

ANSWER: Hello Shiva:

Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool. From your Description it Sounds like the Engine will Work Just Fine. However, Send me the Model and Type or Spec Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. The Model Numbers May be Stamped Into the Blower Housing (metal engine cover) Above the Spark Plug. Many horizontal shaft, overhead valve engines have these numbers stamped into the OHV rocker cover. However, on certain overhead valve powered generators, the equipment manufacturer installs a decorative chrome rocker cover OVER the Briggs cover. If your engine has a decorative cover, it may be necessary to remove it in order to locate the Model, Type, and Code. You can Also Use this Site Addy; http://www.briggsandstratton.com/maint_repair/BS_modeltypecode.pdf for Assistance in Locating the Model, Type and Code Numbers of the Engine. Thanks.

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John

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John



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QUESTION: my engine # is(121012-0123-B1)is that info enough

Answer
Hello Shiva:

Thanks for the Model Numbers. I Looked at the Breakdown and See No Reason for this Engine Not to Operate a 2 Seater Go Kart. You Need to Take the Sprocket from the Axle of the Go Kart and Have the Clutch and Chain Match that Sprocket. Make Sure the Shaft Diameter is the Same as the Clutch Shaft Size. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine at this Site Addy; http://www.briggsandstratton.com/maint_repair/manual_and_more/doclist.aspx?categ and Enter the Model Numbers (121012) and the First 4 Type Numbers (0123) in the Appropriate Boxes and Click GO. Then Select Download PDF. If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Thanks.

Good Luck

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John

PS: I am Allowed to Answer 10 Questions a Day. If you See I am Maxxed Out, then Try Submitting your Question at or Just After 8pm EST (US). My New Day Starts then. Thanks.

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John