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Harbor Freight Predator 6.5 HP (212cc) OHV Horizontal Shaft Gas Engine, EPA - $129.99 (normal price $149.99)

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If you've been waiting for these engines to go on sale, here you go! On sale for $129.99 (normal price $149.99). Sale expires Jan. 27.
If you're not familiar, these are Honda clone engines.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW:
This PREDATOR® 212cc gasoline engine has gas-saving overhead valves for cooler, cleaner performance and longer life. The horizontal shaft is ball-bearing mounted, making this gas engine an ideal replacement for most standard engine configurations. The powerful gas engine features a durable cast iron cylinder making it the perfect replacement engine for a lawn mower, log-splitter and dozens of other machines.
Upgraded engineering and construction for improved lifespan
Durable cast iron cylinder withstands wear and abuse
User-friendly controls for easy starting and operation
Low oil sensor shuts down engine when oil reaches a level that is too low for safe operation
Fuel shut off for safe transport
For use on: pressure washers, cement mixers, compressors, mowers, log splitters, vacuums, tillers, water pumps, chipper/shredders, generators, blowers
Our PREDATOR® 212cc 6.5 HP Vertical Engine is a great replacement for your Honda GX120, 118cc engine, Honda GX160, 163cc engine, Honda GX160, 163cc engine, Honda GX200, 196cc engine, Honda GX200, 196cc engine, Briggs & Stratton XR750, 163cc, Briggs & Stratton XR950, 208cc, Kohler RH255, 196cc, Kohler RH265, 196cc, Kohler CH260, 208cc, Kohler CH270, 208cc, Yamaha MZ175, 171cc, MZ200, 192cc, Kawasaki FJ130D, 133cc, FJ180D, 179cc

https://www.harborfreight.com/col...69730.html

The other model of the 6.5HP engine is also on sale. It's the EPA/CARB model.
https://www.harborfreight.com/col...69727.html
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produke
01-14-2022 at 06:28 AM.
01-14-2022 at 06:28 AM.
What are the uses? Curious.
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01-14-2022 at 06:33 AM.
01-14-2022 at 06:33 AM.
Quote from produke :
What are the uses? Curious.
From harbor freight & original post-
"For use on: pressure washers, cement mixers, compressors, mowers, log splitters, vacuums, tillers, water pumps, chipper/shredders, generators, blowers"
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01-14-2022 at 06:36 AM.
01-14-2022 at 06:36 AM.
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What are the uses? Curious.
They're good drop-in replacement engines for power equipment. I'm thinking about getting one to repower my log splitter. But they will power anything that uses a horizontal shaft (snow blowers, cement mixers, push leaf blowers, pressure washers, log splitters, etc.). People also use them for go-carts and mini bikes. I've heard of people tricking these engines out with mod kits for more performance. But I don't know much about it.
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01-14-2022 at 06:40 AM.
01-14-2022 at 06:40 AM.
Waiting for the inevitable post trashing Harbor Freight stuff by a guy who only buys "American" and is too dumb to realize it's made in the exact same Chinese factory.
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01-14-2022 at 06:58 AM.
01-14-2022 at 06:58 AM.
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What are the uses? Curious.

Also, people put these in the smaller kids snowmobile when the 120cc engines blow up. Kinda cool
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01-14-2022 at 07:04 AM.
01-14-2022 at 07:04 AM.
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What are the uses? Curious.

https://youtube.com/channel/UC_e1...KQGjXB1f4g
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01-14-2022 at 07:22 AM.
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Thanks all. Looks like a great use for DIY project.
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01-14-2022 at 07:30 AM.
01-14-2022 at 07:30 AM.
I completed a mini bike project with this engine and it has been fantastic. Very fast but you can adjust the governor. Only prob i had with this was the gas tank began rusting but that can be prevented with a fuel tank sealer.
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01-14-2022 at 07:33 AM.
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I completed a mini bike project with this engine and it has been fantastic. Very fast but you can adjust the governor. Only prob i had with this was the gas tank began rusting but that can be prevented with a fuel tank sealer.
Can you give more info on the fuel tank sealer? Also, which model did you use, EPA or EPA/CARB? I'm hearing something about one is called a HEMI (hemispherical combustion chamber) engine.. Thanks!
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01-14-2022 at 12:08 PM.
01-14-2022 at 12:08 PM.
Quote from SiennaTeam5899 :
Can you give more info on the fuel tank sealer? Also, which model did you use, EPA or EPA/CARB? I'm hearing something about one is called a HEMI (hemispherical combustion chamber) engine.. Thanks!

Fuel tank sealer is a kit you can purchase that prevents rusting in fuel tanks. A quick google/amazon search would provide you with kits under $25.
I believe the Carb model is compliant in California. I've only purchased the non-hemi just bc I haven't seen the hemi version for sale at my local store. The link below is a good forum for more info on identifying certain models

https://www.snowblowerforum.com/t...ces.69449/
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01-14-2022 at 12:18 PM.
01-14-2022 at 12:18 PM.
Quote from TenMilesIn :
Fuel tank sealer is a kit you can purchase that prevents rusting in fuel tanks. A quick google/amazon search would provide you with kits under $25.
I believe the Carb model is compliant in California. I've only purchased the non-hemi just bc I haven't seen the hemi version for sale at my local store. The link below is a good forum for more info on identifying certain models

https://www.snowblowerforum.com/t...ces.69449/ [snowblowerforum.com]
Thanks for the info! I'm going to see which models my local store has. I read on another Slickdeals post that a few people received a 25% off everything coupon in their email. No exclusions. Boy, I would love to have gotten that for this engine!
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01-14-2022 at 12:56 PM.
01-14-2022 at 12:56 PM.
Quote from TenMilesIn :
Fuel tank sealer is a kit you can purchase that prevents rusting in fuel tanks. A quick google/amazon search would provide you with kits under $25.
I believe the Carb model is compliant in California. I've only purchased the non-hemi just bc I haven't seen the hemi version for sale at my local store. The link below is a good forum for more info on identifying certain models

https://www.snowblowerforum.com/t...ces.69449/ [snowblowerforum.com]
Your link had the info I needed!
60363 = Hemi head
69730 = non hemi head
69727 = non hemi head California compliant
My local store has the 69730 and 69727. I think I may get the 69730 as it's supposed to have the adjustable idle. Which would give me higher RPMs if I want.
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01-14-2022 at 12:58 PM.
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Can this be used for a go kart?
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Can this be used for a go kart?
Yes! That's a good use for these engines.
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