UNIVERSAL MIND wrote:
yes, I'm aware the OHV engines make about twice as much power and
breathe better, but the flatheads are way easier to work on- and less
parts means more reliable

I'll put a honda OHV against a briggs any day of the week. I work for a
union contractor and even the field workers want the Honda engines. WAY
more reliable in heavy use. Never had to tear one apart in 10 years.
Briggs? not the same fate.

I guess if you want to work on them the briggs are great, but I'll take
a Honda if I never want to see the insides....

Kirb