UPDATE:1 year and still cranks within the first 2-3 pulls. Probably will buy another when this one finally does bite the dust ruclips.net/user/postUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX . No issues at all. Very happy with it.UPDATE: After 6 months of use and over 70 uses I would still highly recommend this pressure washer. It does vibrate a decent amount but never had it “walk” like others have mentioned. No oil leaks, still seems to run like the day I bought it. Still cranks within 2-3 pulls every time. Very happy with my purchase!Have used it about a dozen times now. Plenty of power, cranks up on 1-2 pulls every time. My only complaint would be I wish it was a little taller to make it easier to walk with it (hits my ankles a lot) and that the two hose connections were a little further apart but it hasn’t caused me any issues. Seems to run a good 1-1/2-2 hrs on a full tank, overall a well built machine and definitely worth the money in my opinion.
Hello i like your videos,i have bertolini 206 same as you,my v belt is broken. Can you tell me what is length of the belt ,how its long and how its wide 17 mm or 19mm
Thanks for the video. I had replaced the carburetor and couldn't remember where the mechanical connections and springs were supposed to be. Initially I wasn't even aware that the engine had a governor, let alone how to adjust it until I watched this video. I've watched a lot of videos in an attempt to resolve my dilemma but they seemed only to be concerned about disabling the governor.
You have just saved my pressure going to the dump and after stripping and cleaning the carb and changing the fuel the problem was the adjuster under the fuel tank had come loose, hardly surprising as the engine was running rough and vibrating prior to undertaking the cleaning and adjustments I made as per your video. Many thanks for your excellent presentation skills.
Thank you for creating this video! And thank you for keeping it short while still demonstrating the various governor / speed control adjustments. I have a Subaru/Robin engine on a generator and the controls are similar enough to the GX160 where I think I can adjust the voltage/frequency output on the generator.
Awesome. Watched your video till halfway through, Then went outside and sorted the governor. Whole process took less time than making this comment! Keep up the good work.
What everyone else said. Very handy and succinct video. I was viewing to adjust my GX140. You might want to add that to the title or description. I knew that they are all similar.
Found out what that small spring for. It's for a separate throttle. So I didn't need it. My problem was the valves. Adjusted both valves and engine run well. Throttle working as it should now.
Thank you for posting this. My engine is idling very high. I followed procedure but the butterfly on the carb is opened to the max (like you show when pushing the gov arm to the left) so when I try to adjust idle screw it has no effect since screw is nowhere near touching the butterfly linkage. Is this common issue? If I push gov armature to the right while running it slows idle but when I let go it springs back to the left and idle returns to very high.
I found a mini bike in the trash and it does the same thing. Did you ever find a fix? I looked at a lot of videos and it seems like no one has the same problem. I don't know what to do.
@@treskate Hi Tre, unfortunately I have not found a solution so I just took the mower to a small engine repair shop and am waiting on them to get back to me.
This is such a great video. Thank You. Question: I noticed a small spring up on top of the throttle control next to that nut. My Honda clone engine does not have that spring. I bought this engine at a yard sale and the throttle wasn't changing the speed, nothing happens when I move the level left or right. do I need this little spring? Thanks.
have tried everything new springs screws in & out but go's crazy high when i try put it to run position to give me the electric can get it to tick over ok only way when running is by putting my finger on the black plastic cap on the carb the one the govenor springs are connected to i need for electric am living off grid, if i take spring of govenor i can have it in a way i get cpl hundred volts but need more to run houseold appliances any ideas anyone? Have a champion 2800 whatt model similar layout!
I love this video! I have a question. I changed fuel tank, fuel line, carb filter and put a new carb...but the engine runs only with the choke on the left position. If I put it on the right it dies. I put back the original carb that I cleaned and it does the same thing. Any suggestions? Thanks.
@@motoprof1441 everything looked right there, but I wonder if the insulator is not that flat anymore. The gaskets are really thin, so...I will put a new insulator and eventually a thicker gasket. Thank you for pointing the possible issue.
not related but I have a gx340 with a brand new carb and is running lean only on choke, is an aftermarket carb, the valves were recently adjusted to the correct settings and still having the same issue, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. thanks
My engine shuts off if I push the lever to idle. It does have an on/off switch. The problem I'm facing is it dies after starting. The oil is at the correct level. The gas tank is vented at the top to a line that runs to the air box. There is no obstruction. P19 carburetor replaced. Gas tank cleaned and filter clean.
Richard Prince sounds like the governor came apart inside the engine plastic button fell off? If the governor is adjusted while running it can eject the button inside. If u turn the governor the wrong way it will make a buzz sounds from gears hitting the governor arm , disassemble and reassemble to fix
When the engine is off, the governor is wide open. Think about it. When rpm's drop, the governor opens the throttle to maintain engine speed. So, with the engines off, the governor pulls the throttle wide open. As rpm's increases, the governor closes the throttle. If you adjusted the governor and it's running wide open, either you did it wrong, or you have other problems that are causing it. Thing I would look for are linkages that are sticking or rubbing, air leaks, carburetor problems, or a defective governor.
Seriously, which way is the governor shaft supposed to be turned? You say clockwise and you turn it clockwise and at the same time there is subtitle saying turn it anti-clockwise. I have no idea which way to turn it...
I changed my carb and the engine is still spurging and runs best with choke half engaged or fully engaged. Seems to die if choke is off. Is this an ajustment I can make??
Hi good day . I have a gx390 and it works fine. It accelerates well ... I have trouble pulling the rope back. he takes my arm out. as if the spark was too far ahead. What can be?
ebay is great when you know what you need. www.ebay.com/itm/Throttle-Return-Spring-Governor-Rod-Spring-Link-Set-For-Honda-GX160-GX200-GX120/283276145542?hash=item41f492f386:g:ZHcAAOSwkjJb-f10 www.ebay.com/itm/Replacement-Throttle-Return-Governor-Spring-Fits-Honda-GX120-GX160-GX200/192589138906?hash=item2cd7350bda:g:9qoAAOSwAOdbPRsU
Hi, This is a nice video which points me in the right direction with my MTD engine which looks similar. However I noticed @:50 that the spring on the rod was off on the governor arm side, does that have to be off to do the adjustment???
Another concern is, should these parts get a coating of any sort of lubricant as part of off season maintenance procedure to prevent corrosion, binding or rust? IDK how old that engine in the video is but my MTD 265-SUA on my Craftsman 24" snowthrower for four years old doesn't look as shinning. Needless to say that if we have in mind that Sears Craftsman is still great back in our fathers and grandfathers day, we are in for a very big let down as this crap is made in China!
Found this in a thread. Most all snowblower engines have Chinese engines in them. Just look at the tiny starters on them compared to american made engine starters. Here's the info I found. "I have been tracking this for a few years now.. here is the update for 2013: The State of Snowblower evolution, 2013 model year. Tecumseh snowblower engines, up to 2008, were always made in the USA. Briggs & Stratton engines were made in the USA for the majority of its history. Around the year 2000 (perhaps earlier in the 90’s) Briggs began their smaller gas engines in China. Up until 2008, probably 90% of snowblowers were 100% American-made, both the snowblower body, and the engine both. Tecumseh had the majority of the snowblower engine market before 2008, and Briggs was still making their larger engines in the USA. Only the smaller Briggs engines were made in China. Tecumseh pulled out of the small gas engine business in 2008. 2009 was the last model year that snowblowers were commonly found with Tecumseh engines on them. (2009 model year were machines that went on sale in the Autumn of 2008) Since 2008, Production of small gas engines has moved to China in a huge way. In 2008, perhaps 90% of snowblowers had American-made engines on them. Only 5 years later, in 2013, probably 90% have Chinese-made engines. And the percentage of American-made engines continues to drop. Soon it will likely be 100% Chinese engines on all snowblowers, lawnmowers, garden tractors, and anything with a small gas single-cylinder engine. Brand names with American-made snowblower bodies, and *some* American-made engines: (the last remaining 100% made in the USA snowblowers) Ariens - Three models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines: 12V Pro 32, Platinum 30, Deluxe 30. The rest of the models have Chinese engines. Beginning this year, 2013 model year, "Made in the USA" stickers have appeared on engines of Ariens machines, which have the USA-made engines: Report this image (im not sure if Ariens added the stickers, or if Briggs did.) But this is the first model year those stickers have been seen on those engines, a handy spotting feature! Snapper - (made by Briggs & Stratton) Three models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines: M1529E, H1528E, H1730E. The rest of the models have Chinese engines. Simplicity - (made by Briggs & Stratton) Four models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines: H1528E, H1730E, P1524E, P1728E. The rest of the models have Chinese engines. The Briggs brands are using the old Simplicity and Murray designs for their snowblowers. Since 2005, the Briggs names have included Simplicity, Snapper, Murray, John Deere, and Brute. John Deere and Murray snowblowers are no longer being made. And Brute is 100% Chinese engines. Husqvarna - The evolutionary successor to the old AYP snowblower line. One model remaining with an American-made Briggs engine. 14527E The rest of the models have Chinese engines. Husqvarna also makes Polan snowblowers, Poulan has 100% Chinese engines. That makes Eleven total snowblower models in 2013, from three manufacturers (Ariens, Briggs and Husqvarna) that are still 100% American made, both the snowblower, and the engine both. And the percentage drops every year. Soon it is likely we will have all Chinese engines on all snowblowers. Brand names with American-made snowblower bodies, and all Chinese-made engines, (as of 2013) MTD brands (Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, most Craftsman) - all Chinese engines. (starting in 2012) Toro - All Chinese Engines. (starting in 2013) Brand names that are 100% made in China: In addition to Chinese engines on American-made snowblowers, we are now also seeing 100% Chinese made snowblowers, both the snowblower body, and the engine both. The following brands are known to be 100% Chinese built: Stanley World Lawn Snow Beast Huskee Powerland Snow Joe The 100% American made snowblower (and lawnmower, and riding mower, and garden tractor) is fading fast..get them while you still can! Which engines are the remaining American-made engines? Only three US-made snowblower engines remain: Briggs & Stratton 305cc 1450 Series Briggs & Stratton 342cc 1550 Series Briggs & Stratton 342cc 1650 Series. ALL other snowblower engines, including all Briggs engines except those three models, are made in China..(the exception being perhaps Honda snowblowers, who perhaps still makes some Honda engines in Japan, and China as well.) But there are definitely only three remaining US-made engines. (source for that info is “Snowmann” on the forums, who is known to work for Ariens, He posted that info about the Briggs engines a few years ago.) Other sources: Ariens 2013 brochure, Toro 2013 brochure, Cub Cadet brochure, other MTD brand webpages, Briggs & Stratton brand (Simplicity, Snapper) webpages, Husqvarna webpage. Disclaimer 1 - yes, I know..someone will bring it up! I am aware that when I say “100% American-made snowblower, both the snowblower body and engine both” that is not *literally* 100% true! Because some *parts* are made overseas..The American-made Briggs engine likely has parts made in China inside of it, and perhaps the “Made in America” snowblowers do as well! But im not concerned about that. This is my criteria: If its made in a factory on US soil, by US workers, then im calling it “Made in the USA” If its made in a factory on Chinese soil, by Chinese workers, then im calling it “Made in China” Im not concerned with the exact origin of every last nut and bolt. Disclaimer 2 - the above information is likely incomplete! Especially the “100% made in China snowblower” data..there are probably several brand names I am missing. Also, The above list primarily focuses on 2-stage snowblowers, because it is believed that 100% of Single-Stage snowblower engines are made in China, and have been for some time. If anyone has any corrections or additions to this list, please let me know! I have been tracking snowblower evolution since 2009, (and all the way back to 1960! With my Ariens webpage) and I will try to update this list every January."
That is bc your clutch is designed to engage at a certain crankshaft rpm speed try turning your idle screw out to lessen the speed and it wont try and take off on you at idle
UPDATE:1 year and still cranks within the first 2-3 pulls. Probably will buy another when this one finally does bite the dust ruclips.net/user/postUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX . No issues at all. Very happy with it.UPDATE: After 6 months of use and over 70 uses I would still highly recommend this pressure washer. It does vibrate a decent amount but never had it “walk” like others have mentioned. No oil leaks, still seems to run like the day I bought it. Still cranks within 2-3 pulls every time. Very happy with my purchase!Have used it about a dozen times now. Plenty of power, cranks up on 1-2 pulls every time. My only complaint would be I wish it was a little taller to make it easier to walk with it (hits my ankles a lot) and that the two hose connections were a little further apart but it hasn’t caused me any issues. Seems to run a good 1-1/2-2 hrs on a full tank, overall a well built machine and definitely worth the money in my opinion.
Hello i like your videos,i have bertolini 206 same as you,my v belt is broken.
Can you tell me what is length of the belt ,how its long and how its wide 17 mm or 19mm
Perfect, short, not too much talk, right to the point and unlike too many videos, covers the governor. Thank you.
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Thanks for the video. I had replaced the carburetor and couldn't remember where the mechanical connections and springs were supposed to be. Initially I wasn't even aware that the engine had a governor, let alone how to adjust it until I watched this video. I've watched a lot of videos in an attempt to resolve my dilemma but they seemed only to be concerned about disabling the governor.
You have just saved my pressure going to the dump and after stripping and cleaning the carb and changing the fuel the problem was the adjuster under the fuel tank had come loose, hardly surprising as the engine was running rough and vibrating prior to undertaking the cleaning and adjustments I made as per your video.
Many thanks for your excellent presentation skills.
Other RUclipsrs need to take a lesson from you on how to make tutorial videos… perfect! Thanks!
Thank you for creating this video! And thank you for keeping it short while still demonstrating the various governor / speed control adjustments. I have a Subaru/Robin engine on a generator and the controls are similar enough to the GX160 where I think I can adjust the voltage/frequency output on the generator.
Good. Video. Carnal. Desde. Huston. Tx. Mando. Colombia. 🇨🇴💪❤️✅
Very well explained, am so very grateful for helping sort my headaches. UK
Thank you so much for this video ! I just rebuilt a GX160 and would not idle. High throttle only. I followed your video and it runs perfectly now.
thanks, saved me a lot of money.
took compactor apart to clean carby but forgot how springs went back together
great video
Great video! Fixed my high idle issue that I had after cleaning my carb. Right on time, fixed it under 10 minutes. 👍🏾
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best help ive found so far pictures clear descprition easy to understand and preform.
Thank you.
Awesome. Watched your video till halfway through, Then went outside and sorted the governor. Whole process took less time than making this comment! Keep up the good work.
What everyone else said. Very handy and succinct video. I was viewing to adjust my GX140. You might want to add that to the title or description. I knew that they are all similar.
You explained everything so nice and simple!
Thank you. This saved my hs521 with gx140 engine.
It’s just smart to set it 200rps less than max is how our shop does it
Clear, succinct, perfect video.
Hey, great job. You have an old school narrator voice. Like Who's Who the National Audubon Society. Nice
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That's pretty funny. Thanks for the kind words.
Great. No talking shit. Explained and shown properly no self promoting wanka. Gr8 stuff thanu
Hi, great video, clear concise and well demonstrated
Many thanks, this video is very useful for my Honda engine...
Found out what that small spring for. It's for a separate throttle. So I didn't need it. My problem was the valves. Adjusted both valves and engine run well. Throttle working as it should now.
Cheers, good video got my throttle springs sorted out.
Best video yet ty
Fantastic video! Thank you
Thanks, fixed my idle issue.
Thank you for posting this. My engine is idling very high. I followed procedure but the butterfly on the carb is opened to the max (like you show when pushing the gov arm to the left) so when I try to adjust idle screw it has no effect since screw is nowhere near touching the butterfly linkage. Is this common issue? If I push gov armature to the right while running it slows idle but when I let go it springs back to the left and idle returns to very high.
I found a mini bike in the trash and it does the same thing. Did you ever find a fix? I looked at a lot of videos and it seems like no one has the same problem. I don't know what to do.
@@treskate Hi Tre, unfortunately I have not found a solution so I just took the mower to a small engine repair shop and am waiting on them to get back to me.
Randy The Macho Man Savage did they ever tell you the problem ?
I noticed you had the governor spring disconnected the whole time. Is that part of the procedure??
No it's not. That should of been installed. It's actually not the governor spring. It goes over the governor linkage.
thank you very much! Honda GX200 engine is exactly the same procedure
Kool! Thanks for posting. I wasn't sure before but now I know!
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Good video, well made simple, and good job guys.
You have very good and informative video's. Thanks
Thank you sir
It's good to no about governor how they work and what they do.and carburetor adjustment
This is such a great video. Thank You. Question: I noticed a small spring up on top of the throttle control next to that nut. My Honda clone engine does not have that spring. I bought this engine at a yard sale and the throttle wasn't changing the speed, nothing happens when I move the level left or right. do I need this little spring? Thanks.
Thank you did not know all that.It will be very useful.
Great video, What Fluke multi meter did you use to check the RPMs?
Super film. Thanks ! 👍👍👍
Hey thanks this was super good
have tried everything new springs screws in & out but go's crazy high when i try put it to run position to give me the electric can get it to tick over ok only way when running is by putting my finger on the black plastic cap on the carb the one the govenor springs are connected to i need for electric am living off grid, if i take spring of govenor i can have it in a way i get cpl hundred volts but need more to run houseold appliances any ideas anyone? Have a champion 2800 whatt model similar layout!
Very good. Thank you 😊
Mine is still running flat out.. is there internal damage to governor preventing the correct operation.?
Good information
Is the multimeter a Fluke 78 with the RPM80 option?
Thank you so much this help a lot
Very good!
Great video thanks mate.
Hi,Sir!
The multimeter model you use to measure RPM, as this multimeter is called?
Thank you!
It's. A. Great. Job. Thanks
Great video bro
Thank you
I couldn't find the mixure screw adjustment in this video, My Gx might get too poor or too rich if not adjusted
Look for my gx160 carburetor service video.
Optimal speed I used was 3600rpm, cuz my application were generators, their rated speed were 3600rpm
Thanks, this was helpful
PLEASE, What is the name of that instrument?
Nice video..
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How do you convert a gx110 that was a pressure washer into a motor i can use for a mini bike. Need it to run off a throttle cable
Thanks this helped me
Excelente
I love this video! I have a question. I changed fuel tank, fuel line, carb filter and put a new carb...but the engine runs only with the choke on the left position. If I put it on the right it dies. I put back the original carb that I cleaned and it does the same thing. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Cracked insulator or torn gaskets that goes in front of the carburetor? Gaskets installed wrong?
@@motoprof1441 everything looked right there, but I wonder if the insulator is not that flat anymore. The gaskets are really thin, so...I will put a new insulator and eventually a thicker gasket. Thank you for pointing the possible issue.
Take the air cleaner off and check at which position the choke is actually closed. Just had one, the label was incorrect.
not related but I have a gx340 with a brand new carb and is running lean only on choke, is an aftermarket carb, the valves were recently adjusted to the correct settings and still having the same issue, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. thanks
Thanks 😀
Does this give the engine it's full horse power? Is this similar to bypassing the governor?
It gives it alot more hp
My engine shuts off if I push the lever to idle. It does have an on/off switch. The problem I'm facing is it dies after starting. The oil is at the correct level. The gas tank is vented at the top to a line that runs to the air box. There is no obstruction. P19 carburetor replaced. Gas tank cleaned and filter clean.
oned4metwo once check your engine idle rpm
@@shreepandurangatraders1553 I am having this same problem. How do I adjust it to make it idle higher?
@@augustm5268 lol watch the vid loloolololo
I am having problem with a fireman man sumec generator , governor control and it is making so much nose even after I adjust the governor control
Richard Prince sounds like the governor came apart inside the engine plastic button fell off? If the governor is adjusted while running it can eject the button inside. If u turn the governor the wrong way it will make a buzz sounds from gears hitting the governor arm , disassemble and reassemble to fix
bonne explication, pour comprendre le réglage
pascal delhaye
Il utilise quoi pour prendre la mesure ?
Why would you lock the governor down wide open? I did exactly what you said and it runs wide open it makes absolutely no since to set it wide open
When the engine is off, the governor is wide open. Think about it. When rpm's drop, the governor opens the throttle to maintain engine speed. So, with the engines off, the governor pulls the throttle wide open. As rpm's increases, the governor closes the throttle.
If you adjusted the governor and it's running wide open, either you did it wrong, or you have other problems that are causing it. Thing I would look for are linkages that are sticking or rubbing, air leaks, carburetor problems, or a defective governor.
@@motoprof1441 I just wired it to the throttle it’s a Honda GX160. I can manage the idling with just the one arm now.
Help! That pin fell down into the engine! How do I get it out??
You will have to remove the crankcase side cover.
why is the spring in hole 1 when would you use hole 2 is thar for the gx200
I'm not sure
is it me or does he contradict the captions about the governor arm?
You and me both. He says clockwise, he turns it clockwise but the caption says anticlockwise. Turned mine clockwise and it seems to work.
Thanks for pointing that out. I never caught it before 🤔
@@johnmathers6233 Same here. I looked for someone to bring this up. I think if you turn it CCW the engine will run as fast as it possibly can.
Seriously, which way is the governor shaft supposed to be turned? You say clockwise and you turn it clockwise and at the same time there is subtitle saying turn it anti-clockwise. I have no idea which way to turn it...
It's fixed now. Thanks for the heads up. You turn it clockwise.
@@motoprof1441 thanks
If governor pin dig inside the engine how can we get it out
I changed my carb and the engine is still spurging and runs best with choke half engaged or fully engaged. Seems to die if choke is off. Is this an ajustment I can make??
Check fuel flow to the carburetor. If it's good, you likely have an air leak between the carburetor and engine block.
Great video
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Que nos deje mirar bien en que poseion se coloca el tester i cuá nto tiene que marcar vien esplicado si aga el favor
Hi good day . I have a gx390 and it works fine. It accelerates well ... I have trouble pulling the rope back. he takes my arm out. as if the spark was too far ahead. What can be?
damaged recoil mechanism, take it apart and check spring or replace the entire recoil
Can you suggest any source for a new governor Spring? Mine is worn out and not working properly....thanks
ebay is great when you know what you need.
www.ebay.com/itm/Throttle-Return-Spring-Governor-Rod-Spring-Link-Set-For-Honda-GX160-GX200-GX120/283276145542?hash=item41f492f386:g:ZHcAAOSwkjJb-f10
www.ebay.com/itm/Replacement-Throttle-Return-Governor-Spring-Fits-Honda-GX120-GX160-GX200/192589138906?hash=item2cd7350bda:g:9qoAAOSwAOdbPRsU
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Hi, This is a nice video which points me in the right direction with my MTD engine which looks similar. However I noticed @:50 that the spring on the rod was off on the governor arm side, does that have to be off to do the adjustment???
Good eye RH. I didn't notice it was off until you pointed it out. It should be on, but will not affect the adjustment at all.
Another concern is, should these parts get a coating of any sort of lubricant as part of off season maintenance procedure to prevent corrosion, binding or rust? IDK how old that engine in the video is but my MTD 265-SUA on my Craftsman 24" snowthrower for four years old doesn't look as shinning. Needless to say that if we have in mind that Sears Craftsman is still great back in our fathers and grandfathers day, we are in for a very big let down as this crap is made in China!
BTW, my friend thinks that if my Craftsman should ever go F.U.B.R. (F*ed Up Beyond Repair) that I should get a "Husqvarna" as he swears by them...
The engines in my videos are all brand new. You could spray down the engine with WD-40 after the season is over to help stop corrosion.
Found this in a thread. Most all snowblower engines have Chinese engines in them. Just look at the tiny starters on them compared to american made engine starters. Here's the info I found.
"I have been tracking this for a few years now..
here is the update for 2013:
The State of Snowblower evolution, 2013 model year.
Tecumseh snowblower engines, up to 2008, were always made in the USA. Briggs & Stratton engines were made in the USA for the majority of its history. Around the year 2000 (perhaps earlier in the 90’s) Briggs began their smaller gas engines in China.
Up until 2008, probably 90% of snowblowers were 100% American-made, both the snowblower body, and the engine both. Tecumseh had the majority of the snowblower engine market before 2008, and Briggs was still making their larger engines in the USA. Only the smaller Briggs engines were made in China.
Tecumseh pulled out of the small gas engine business in 2008. 2009 was the last model year that snowblowers were commonly found with Tecumseh engines on them. (2009 model year were machines that went on sale in the Autumn of 2008)
Since 2008, Production of small gas engines has moved to China in a huge way.
In 2008, perhaps 90% of snowblowers had American-made engines on them.
Only 5 years later, in 2013, probably 90% have Chinese-made engines. And the percentage of American-made engines continues to drop. Soon it will likely be 100% Chinese engines on all snowblowers, lawnmowers, garden tractors, and anything with a small gas single-cylinder engine.
Brand names with American-made snowblower bodies, and *some* American-made engines:
(the last remaining 100% made in the USA snowblowers)
Ariens - Three models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines:
12V Pro 32, Platinum 30, Deluxe 30.
The rest of the models have Chinese engines.
Beginning this year, 2013 model year, "Made in the USA" stickers have appeared on engines of Ariens machines, which have the USA-made engines:
Report this image
(im not sure if Ariens added the stickers, or if Briggs did.)
But this is the first model year those stickers have been seen on those engines, a handy spotting feature!
Snapper - (made by Briggs & Stratton)
Three models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines:
M1529E, H1528E, H1730E.
The rest of the models have Chinese engines.
Simplicity - (made by Briggs & Stratton)
Four models remaining in the 2013 lineup with American-made Briggs engines:
H1528E, H1730E, P1524E, P1728E.
The rest of the models have Chinese engines.
The Briggs brands are using the old Simplicity and Murray designs for their snowblowers.
Since 2005, the Briggs names have included Simplicity, Snapper, Murray, John Deere,
and Brute. John Deere and Murray snowblowers are no longer being made. And Brute
is 100% Chinese engines.
Husqvarna - The evolutionary successor to the old AYP snowblower line.
One model remaining with an American-made Briggs engine.
14527E
The rest of the models have Chinese engines.
Husqvarna also makes Polan snowblowers, Poulan has 100% Chinese engines.
That makes Eleven total snowblower models in 2013, from three manufacturers (Ariens, Briggs and Husqvarna) that are still 100% American made, both the snowblower, and the engine both. And the percentage drops every year. Soon it is likely we will have all Chinese engines on all snowblowers.
Brand names with American-made snowblower bodies, and all Chinese-made engines, (as of 2013)
MTD brands (Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, most Craftsman) - all Chinese engines. (starting in 2012)
Toro - All Chinese Engines. (starting in 2013)
Brand names that are 100% made in China:
In addition to Chinese engines on American-made snowblowers, we are now also seeing 100% Chinese made snowblowers, both the snowblower body, and the engine both. The following brands are known to be 100% Chinese built:
Stanley
World Lawn
Snow Beast
Huskee
Powerland
Snow Joe
The 100% American made snowblower (and lawnmower, and riding mower, and garden tractor) is fading fast..get them while you still can!
Which engines are the remaining American-made engines? Only three US-made snowblower engines remain:
Briggs & Stratton 305cc 1450 Series
Briggs & Stratton 342cc 1550 Series
Briggs & Stratton 342cc 1650 Series.
ALL other snowblower engines, including all Briggs engines except those three models, are made in China..(the exception being perhaps Honda snowblowers, who perhaps still makes some Honda engines in Japan, and China as well.)
But there are definitely only three remaining US-made engines.
(source for that info is “Snowmann” on the forums, who is known to work for Ariens,
He posted that info about the Briggs engines a few years ago.)
Other sources: Ariens 2013 brochure, Toro 2013 brochure, Cub Cadet brochure, other MTD brand webpages, Briggs & Stratton brand (Simplicity, Snapper) webpages, Husqvarna webpage.
Disclaimer 1 - yes, I know..someone will bring it up! I am aware that when I say “100% American-made snowblower, both the snowblower body and engine both” that is not *literally* 100% true! Because some *parts* are made overseas..The American-made Briggs engine likely has parts made in China inside of it, and perhaps the “Made in America” snowblowers do as well! But im not concerned about that.
This is my criteria:
If its made in a factory on US soil, by US workers, then im calling it “Made in the USA”
If its made in a factory on Chinese soil, by Chinese workers, then im calling it “Made in China”
Im not concerned with the exact origin of every last nut and bolt.
Disclaimer 2 - the above information is likely incomplete! Especially the “100% made in China snowblower” data..there are probably several brand names I am missing. Also, The above list primarily focuses on 2-stage snowblowers, because it is believed that 100% of Single-Stage snowblower engines are made in China, and have been for some time.
If anyone has any corrections or additions to this list, please let me know!
I have been tracking snowblower evolution since 2009, (and all the way back to 1960! With my Ariens webpage) and I will try to update this list every January."
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@@DanoOutside person did that and it still took off.
Lmao... gone in the wind
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