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Originally Posted by J-Mech
Ok. I can see that. But a Vanguard isn't really a B&S motor.  |
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Daihatsu Briggs & Stratton (DBS) – In an effort to stave off Japanese competition during the 1980s, Briggs & Stratton entered a 50/50 joint venture with the Daihatsu Motor Company in Japan. Located in Shiga Prefecture (50 miles (80 km) from Osaka, Japan), construction on the then-57,000-square-foot (5,300 m2) plant began in December 1986 and was completed in April 1987. This joint venture was notable for the manufacture of vertical and horizontal crankshaft engines from 12.5 to 22 hp (16 kW) under the Vanguard brand. Today the plant employs roughly 100 people on two shifts and manufactures Vanguard V-twin engines ranging from 14 to 36 hp (27 kW).[7]
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The Van Guard engine is a joint venture between Briggs & Stratton and Daihatsu. This was a popular thing companies did back in the 80's. The Van Guard is a Briggs and Stratton engine in my book. The above quote proves it.