HEO Retired
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I obtained an old Owatonna (mustang) 330 skidster in exchange for some mechanical work. It has the ancient Onan NHC 24 HP motor in it. Come to find out it has 0 compression in one cylinder and 80 psi in the other. This motor is way outdated and parts are spendy as heck. I have a line on a B&S 20 hp vanguard motor that runs. Will the 20 run this skidster efficiently w/o constantly wanting to or instantly dying as soon as you work the hydraulics under any load . My thoughts are.... It's a big boat anchor if it's not running. Even if under powered I can atleast use it a lil bit. Has anyone swapped motors using less HP motor? Any advice on this engine swap thru experience is muchly appreciated. Thanks