I have to use the original flywheel as the starter ring gear is integral to it. I have since changed my mind and will be machining a 7 inch diameter plate with the center bored 1 inch and then welding a 6 inch chunk of keyed shaft to it, then bolting it to the flywheel via new threaded holes in the flywheel.

I have access to several governor, I think I will not have anything to worry about if I set my max rpm under load, plus this is a 70hp engine and I only need 20 to run the gen, if that.

I have it the distance, because I did not want to make weird bent engine mounts and putting the generator beneath the engine would net a unit way too tall for my likings. Not too worried about the belt length and yes planned on using an idler.


Thanks so much for the valuable info, If my idea doesn't work and I use your idea, I will definitely give you credit lol!