B&S 16 hp engine replacement, go 18? or 22?
I have a 1641 with a 16HP B&S engine # 303447-1147. I got this for almost nothing as it had been left out and water was in the cylinders. It was also blowing oil all over the place. I am thinking of replacing the engine instead of rebuilting. Has anyone replace with the higher HP engines like the 18 or 22 HP ones? does more power cause any issues with the hydraulic dive train? Can't think it would have any effect on the PTO mowing deck.
I have mow about 4 acres in a mountain cove bottom that is wet with springs I think I am going to really like this tractor after so many years of diposible riding lawn mowers. So I want this to last.
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