Honda GC160

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cantona7

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Hello all,

I've recently got a hold of a Honda GC160 engine off of a pressure washer and it runs great. Looking to use this on a build.

However, I do have an issue with the flywheel fins. I am working towards a stripped down clean look and the gc160 I have has the cooling fins as part of the flywheel. I saw builds here that use this engine and they all have the plastic removable cooling fins, which makes life a lot easier of course.

So, I was hoping to see if those who used the gc160 with plastic fins could share the model number of their particular engine.

I'm thinking maybe i can just find a flywheel as a replacement part somewhere and use that. Or just get a new engine with the plastic fins.

Thanks.
 
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JohnThomas Sorrels

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You may be able to get an aftermarket flywheel, I'm not sure if they are made for the gc's or if a gx flywheel would fit. Also, if your flywheel is aluminum and not cast iron you may be able to grind down the fins. Look up cobrafreaks build, he used a billet flywheel but ground off the fins for a nice clean look.
 
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culvercityclassic

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I know the GC series and it may be best to just purchase a new motor. We just blew one up a d I should of saved a few parts... Would have sent you the flywheel just to help out.

Let me know if you have any questions.... Ccc
 
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cantona7

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JohnThomas Sorrels said:
You may be able to get an aftermarket flywheel, I'm not sure if they are made for the gc's or if a gx flywheel would fit. Also, if your flywheel is aluminum and not cast iron you may be able to grind down the fins. Look up cobrafreaks build, he used a billet flywheel but ground off the fins for a nice clean look.
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I tried, there is not a whole lot of aftermarket parts available for the GC160 unfortunately. I would love to upgrade to a alum flywheel, but all the stuff that's available is for GX models.

culvercityclassic said:
I know the GC series and it may be best to just purchase a new motor. We just blew one up a d I should of saved a few parts... Would have sent you the flywheel just to help out.

Let me know if you have any questions.... Ccc
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Well, if you have the flywheel in one piece, I would love to take that off of your hands.

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http://www.affordablegokarts.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=A&Category_Code=CF1
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I checked with them, gave them a call and spoke a little about the GC160, they weren't sure whether the flywheels they have would fit the GC engines, they are all made for the GX models.

culvercityclassic said:
I would call them up to see if that would work. There is a difference between a GX and a GC series.
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Yes, there is a difference as I am finding out. Might just have to get a new engine. Or buy your flywheel :)

Thanks everyone for their input. I will report back, once I figure out what I am doing (for future reference to other readers).
 
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curtisfox

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How about start the engine and set it at a faster ideal and hit it with a grinder untill the fins are gone or smoth. I have seen it done and a lot cheeper then one you can buy........................Curt
 
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culvercityclassic

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curtisfox said:
How about start the engine and set it at a faster ideal and hit it with a grinder untill the fins are gone or smoth. I have seen it done and a lot cheeper then one you can buy........................Curt
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I would try what Curt mentioned.

I am sorry to say I threw the motor away about 2 weeks ago, wish I would have saved the flywheel.
 
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cantona7

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curtisfox said:
How about start the engine and set it at a faster ideal and hit it with a grinder untill the fins are gone or smoth. I have seen it done and a lot cheeper then one you can buy........................Curt
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That is a great idea, makes me a little nervous but I'll give it a shot.

culvercityclassic said:
I would try what Curt mentioned.

I am sorry to say I threw the motor away about 2 weeks ago, wish I would have saved the flywheel.
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Oh, too bad u got rid of it, should have posted something earlier lol, I'll try Curt's advice and give that a shot.

Thanks guys
 
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Mr.B.

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If you take the time to grind the fins down pretty tight it might not cost too much to have a machine shop face it off...? Or better yet do you have a friend with a lathe?

It may also be possible to first break the fins off with a hammer to save you some grinding time( ?) Although I can’t say that for sure as I’m not that familiar with Honda GC’s.

Good luck & don't forget to post photo's! :)

-Kirk
 
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I took the Hammer approach to the fins. It worked great for me because my flywheel is aluminum. I do not know if it would work so well on the metal version of the flywheel.Some gc160 fly wheels are aluminum and some are metal.
 
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