I have a 19hp Briggs and Stratton v twin and I'm curious on How you guys are getting a vertical shaft to a straight shaft/ jackshaft? How are you stopping When the motor is still moving? I'm very confused.  Pictures would be great some I can understand more on How you are setting it up. What's a good gear box or transmission to make Ia all work. I'm very new at this. Thanks for the help.

I'm not really building for a class right now. I just want to have fun in the yard with it. I probably will add a lanyard safety switch just in case something happens. What can I do to the motor? I want to have the brake and gas set up like a car.

I missed the show.... I'm new at this racing lawn mowers thing. What did I all miss and what do I need to know? Thanks

I'm going to build my mower USLMRA rules and regulations. Any suggestions on how to build my mower? Maybe I will come check out the track May 9. If I don't have my mower done by then maybe I will come and check it out and get some ideas if thats cool with everyone. When I got the mower it didn't come with the deck so for now I will have to run it the a home made deck ro what ever its called. Any suggestions on what or how to build my mower would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

I have a craftsman with a 19hp briggs and stratton. I already have the deck removed. I am 5'10 125. I'm thinking about doing sport mod. My mower is currently all stock besides the deck being removed. I live in iowa. The rules are:

Engine must maintain stock outward appearance, with the exception of the
air filter, air cleaner or velocity stack.
• Crankshaft must be in original orientation and clearance hole in the frame.
• Engine may be internally modified.
• 39” minimum wheelbase
• Mid-engine frames not allowed
• 5” minimum front wheels, 6” minimum rear wheels
• Crankshaft must be in original orientation

If you would like more information go to:       http://cprraceway.webs.com/2010rulespointrace.htm

Thanks for everyones help