Yamaha G9 v-twin upgrade clutch issue

[Baldone]

Hello, I’m currently working on a Yamaha G9 and installing a Briggs V-twin 16hp.
My question is how do you align the drive clutch and driven clutch?

Are they aligned centre to centre?

Thanks in advance for your comments.

Brian

[sformal]

So many pictures on the Net... try Googling !

[Baldone]

I’ve tried googling it!

Most google searches end with info on Club Cars but not much on Yamaha.

I’m a little taken back that this question hasn’t been answered with so much talent and experience of everyone on this site.

Unfortunately, the pictures I’ve looked at don’t really show a strait on shot to determine the alignment.

[smallblock450sl]

Yes, there aligned center to center. You do want enough belt length so it can idle without the belt engaging the clutch's. A lot of info in the Big Block Section about this. Good luck

[Baldone]

Originally Posted by smallblock450sl

Yes, there aligned center to center. You do want enough belt length so it can idle without the belt engaging the clutch's. A lot of info in the Big Block Section about this. Good luck

Thank you, I will be sure to post some pics of my build as I know we all like to see our projects.

Thanks again

[sho305]

And they have to be aligned, meaning both line up front back and one is not crooked. Though a few people find out their motor mounts are bad this way.

[Baldone]

Thanks everyone for your advice and comments.

I have put all new motor mounts in to ensure everything stays aligned.

The engine mounting plate was set up and cut with a CC plasma cutter so I assume it should be true.

I have worked on several carts over the years, lifts, bigger tires, clutch upgrades, bumpers and hitches etc but never an engine swap.

I picked up this G9 as a means of transportation for me around our property and the neighbourhood due to a failed back operation.

The original engine ran (kind of) but the original air box was missing and the muffler was screwed as well.

I did try jetting the carb and a different muffler but it didn’t run they way I thought it should.

So I’ve start with putting the V-twin 16 HP in 20” tires, a dump box, front number, lights including brake and signal lights.

Once I get running I will probably look at clutch options.

Thanks again and thus is an awesome site.

Cheers.
Brian