Predator 6.5 (212 CC) non-hemi and hemi engine?

[Rapidrob]

None of my Harbor Freight stores have the Non-Hemi engine ( SKU# 69730) they only have the Hemi engines ( SKU#60363).
I'm told the hemi engine is not as reliable engine as the not-hemi engine is and parts like the charging flywheel type is not the same between the two?

 

[ole4]

Hemi has a different flywheel taper. For lighting setup you can use a Kohler flywheel. Hemi is a very solid engine and uses regular clone / Honda side cover gasket and has same camshaft journal size as Honda. Also has flattop piston.

 

[Rapidrob]

Thank you for the info. I assume that the drive shaft is the same and all 3/4" clutches will work?

 

[ole4]

Yes

 

[Rapidrob]

Which Kohler engine flywheel with lighting magnets and coils will fit?

 

[ole4]

The one off the ch270

 

[Rapidrob]

A Harbor Freight manager called me and said he has two old-style SKU#69730 engines in stock. 50 mile one way drive but worth it for the older engine where all the parts fit for the lighting system.

 

[ole4]

What flywheel will you use for the non hemi?

 

[Rapidrob]

I'm hoping the 196CC flywheel will fit. If not, there are many with coils for sale for under 50 bucks.