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Vertical Crankshaft Replacement Engines and Short Blocks
Briggs & Stratton vertical crankshaft engines are a type of engine commonly used in garden machinery such as lawn mowers, snow blowers, and tillers. As the name suggests, the engine's crankshaft is oriented vertically, meaning it runs up and down rather than horizontally. This design allows for a more compact and efficient engine, as well as easier maintenance access.
Top Tip...
When it comes to repowering your machine with a new engine, or repairing the engine with a short block, please don't guess or assume that something will suit your application just because it looks the same, or looks like it will fit. Choosing the wrong engine, short block, or part, can result in poor running, premature failures, or may just not work/fit full stop!
If there's any doubt, contact us first. We'll take as much information as you can supply us with, but we will need the model, spec/type, and serial/code numbers from your engine, and ideally, the intended application. Equipped with this information our Technical Support Team can help identify the available options for you.
Vertical Engine Crankshaft Dimensions
To check crankshaft dimensions of a vertical crankshaft engine, place a straight edge against the end of the bare crankshaft (pulley or blade mount removed) and measure the height to the mounting face of the engine. The length of shaft emerging from the bottom of the engine is NOT the quoted length.
