Topic: motor to trans

[junkyard]

hello group what is a good distance between motor to trans im going to be using a 12.5 briggs and a 700peerless trans thanks Les

[The Tank]

What kind of frame are you using?

[junkyard]

well the frame is made of 1 1/2 x2 tube stock 

[The Tank]

Ok so it's a custom frame? What kind of clutch to you plan to use? On a standard mower build I'd say at least 24 to 30 inches from centerline of crank to centerline of tranny input shaft so that you will have room for the clutch to work properly.

[junkyard]

im going to use a standard mower clucth

[The Tank]

Ok at least 24 to 30 inches. Preferably at around 30 I'd say.

[junkyard]

 8)thanks for the info as i wasnt to sure what others were doing

[Wheelhorseracer]

I put the tranny wherever it fits.. there is no right or wrong place..

[The Tank]

I put the tranny wherever it fits.. there is no right or wrong place..

Maybe I misinterpreted what you were saying Les. I thought maybe you were limited on space. I do agree with Wheelhorse if you have plenty of room put it to where it fits but if space is limited, I'd say you need at least a minimal 24 to 30 inches between crank and tranny shafts. You may end up with more than 30 inches between the shafts but no biggie. Just pay attention not to get too close to the rear axle so that you will still have room to change sprockets and run a chain tensioner.

[Wheelhorseracer]

I don't know if your rules allow it but I put mine on the Left running board for left side bias.

[junkyard]

thanks group for all the info im going to start fabing the motor plate and mounting the trans this weekend   thanks Les