Thread: Engine mounting

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the carb does not have to be level, it can be a little off, not a lot but a little. its hard to understand what you are asking, pictures would be a big help on this one. if you are wondering if 5.5 inches of ground clearance is enough, then yes unless you will be driving through potholes and over speed bumps all day it should be fine. ive got less then that and am cautious of what i am driving over and take my time at bumps.

i see the photos now, as i look at this one is this the angle you want for the motor in relationship with the rearend?? it apears to be a straight shot, if so there maybe another problem also, and it will wear out U-joints left and right. they need an angle in them to keep constant pressure on the needle bearings, or they will wear quickly.

I'll admit I didn't even think of that yet. About how much angle is best. The axle is 13" to center and the tranny shaft is 14 1/4"

I was actually wondering if the engine looks too low, the air cleaner should be just slightly above the cowl.

Thanks,
Sean