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Old 07-19-2012, 06:07 PM
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Chophop
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Default RE: Craftsman 25cc Conversion

It appears very close to a Weedeater GT15T I just took apart today except for the flywheel design. And I'll have to cut the reed valve assembly out of the plastic enclosure. The Weedeater flywheel is so out of balance I was shocked. No wonder that thing gave me the shakes. As a matter of fact, doctors have given that a syndrome name but I can't recall it.
 This motor is already feeling much lighter than my Homelite conversion. Scrap the flywheel because of balance and magneto for weight and it may be close to two pounds. Give it a good spin and see if it wobbles in your hand.

Oh, and I'll need new crankshaft bearings. I hear 'em crunching. Maybe tomorrow I'll show a photo but I packed it up until I decide to go on or not. Compression is good but this motor has been frequently switched off by the Phantom Kill Switch Operator.