[Twoatlow8]

Well i finally got to working on the Model 60 Lawn mower that i had sitting inthe back, Seams liek the motor went south for the winter. I am looking to rebuild it sometime in the future. But for now i am looking at replacement motors. Any good ones out there ? and ones to stay away from ?

Dave

 

[Sergeant]

Well according to the Small engine warehouse the Only engine that would Fit it Is a Tecumseh That is No Longer Made But I Know I have seen Model 60 & 70 with Briggs replacement engines But I would ask On weekend Freedom Machines On what owners of the 60 or 70 Models used for replacement and If that doesn't Pan Out Which I think You'll actually find some one over there that has a Made a different Brand Fit a 60 or 70 You can Look at a Used engines from One Of These JD Bone Yards
http://www.jdlawntractor.com/
http://www.tractorsalesandparts.com/
:thThumbsU

 

[grnspot110]

There are no new direct replacement engines that fit the 60 & 70 if you want to use the deck! If you're not planning on using the deck, it's not a big deal to install a Briggs by trimming the frame a little.

My L/60 Custom was my first "modified" project, using a 69-60 (first pic). I used an 8 HP Briggs from a JD R72 RER in it.

I'm currently working on a 70 "Industrial" using a 12-1/2 HP Briggs from an MTD "Yardman" (junker), http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=222863.

 

[rhenning]

As said there is no other engine currectly being made that will fit the 60/70. My 70 has a Briggs 675 in it out of a pressure washer currently but i hope to put the VH70 back in if i can get it to start all the time. The Briggs requires modification of the engine mounts and moves the crankshaft forward. This requires a longer belt and makes using the mower a no no. Roger

 

[bone]

I used a briggs out of a murrey rer the crank was the right size but I had to
use the clutch bushing from a 100. The battery tray was moved back about one inch and the frame cut to keep the motor in the factory location.So it can be done with right parts. Also a machine shop can turn down any crankshaft to the right size. Good luck with it:thThumbsU

 

[Twoatlow8]

Would anyone have a repair manual avaialble in PDF ?
I see they took down all the manuals ?

 

[rhenning]

The reason there are no PDFs is JD has all their manuals copy righted and if you or the seller doesn't pay for it you will be talking to their legal department. Roger