I just picked up a 6x4 with a 23HP B&S Vanguard engine. The replacement was prompted by the PO's frustration with the typical overheating issues associated with the water-cooled Kawasaki engine. The B&S runs fine and seems to be a suitable replacement for the Kawasaki, especially if it eliminates the overheating. I like it.
The seller included the original engine (condition unknown at this time), radiator and other stuff to go back to stock. Since I bought this thing as a "flipper", I'm wondering if it's worth the trouble and some minor expense to put the original engine back in, assuming it'll bring a higher price due to being stock. FWIW, I've always wondered why they went water cooled in the first place. Any thoughts?
The seller included the original engine (condition unknown at this time), radiator and other stuff to go back to stock. Since I bought this thing as a "flipper", I'm wondering if it's worth the trouble and some minor expense to put the original engine back in, assuming it'll bring a higher price due to being stock. FWIW, I've always wondered why they went water cooled in the first place. Any thoughts?