st480 clone options

[ToroCart]

Hello, I have an '01 EZ-GO Workhorse ST480 with a blown engine. (beyond repair) There appears to be limited drop in options for the 480. I have found the Vegas Carts option of the big block, but I am considering just using a smaller clone. The stock engine is a 16hp twin, looking for something comparable. (14-18hp?)

I would like to keep the pedal start if I can so I know that takes out the big block option. The factory clutch is off of the machine so I have no idea if it is good and it is missing the secondary clutch. (guessing it got robbed for a different cart)

So looking for a clone option and clutch pair option based on the engine. I do not have a problem modifying the frame / engine cradle for an engine.

Thanks

[raydhd]

If you are handy at assembling small engines you can buy the assemble yourself VC 460 with many HD parts for the price of a big box clone. Clutch wise I would use of of the 2 VC units depending space in the cart.

[ToroCart]

Thanks, I have rebuilt a number of bigger engines over the years so this may be an option. The one I can find is the 460 cart racing engine. Is this the one you are thinking of?

[Skoal82]

A 16 or 18 hp Briggs should bolt right back in. I pretty sure carts parts plus even has a slightly hopped up version for you