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Cavycoco123 12-08-2021 04:35 PM

2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
I just got a 2012 txt with a blown up Kawasaki (let me know if you need any engine parts) I’m looking for a picture to see how to mount a duro max or predator into the cradle, or suggestions on what route to take with the swap

raydhd 12-08-2021 05:39 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
I see Vegascarts has a kit to install a HF 670 in your cart. There is an installation guide with pics to give you an idea what is involved.

Cavycoco123 12-08-2021 06:35 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
I am trying to find out if I need to drop the frame to get the 18hp duro max to fit-I intend to remove the gas tank to lower the overall height

slonomo 12-08-2021 10:25 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
TXT's typically have tons of room in then engine compartment. The last one I worked on had a Vegas Carts cradle setup and it was really really nice. The bolt pattern on the HF670 is the same as the Briggs Vanguard, the VC460, and Predator 420 if I remember correctly. I actually used a clone engine mount plate in one cart and had 3 of the 4 of those engine in that same cart with that mount, so I know they will interchange.

As far as size goes, any one of those engine types will fit in a TXT without issue. The Kaw version TXT is a bit different though as far as mounts etc, and the transaxle is different from earlier models. I would not hesitate to use a Vegas Carts mount setup.

If you are lifting the cart, you definitely want a cradle that sits level. Vegas Carts cradles will be set up good for a 4" to 6" lift, maybe not dead level, but close enough to be safe for the engines.

If you are building a cradle, get the engine first, then mock it up in the engine bay, that's how I do them. I custom design the cradle to fit the engine. Some engines are taller and a "one size" approach doesn't always work out well.

slonomo 12-08-2021 10:26 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
Post some good pics of your engine compartment, see if I can offer any suggestions.:thumbup:

Cavycoco123 12-20-2021 08:26 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
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She fits with a 2x4 underneath as a mock motor mount. Currently looking for 780 torque converter spacers to align to the driven clutch.

slonomo 12-21-2021 11:20 PM

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That engine looks a little too close to the trans. I usually make the engine sit so a 43" or 44" belt fits, that's a common size. I prefer a large flat mounting plate with slotted holes for adjustment. I've made them from 2" flat stock and bolted them together back before I could weld. I've welded them up too. Now I just buy a generic mount plate and weld that into a base cradle that bolts up between the trans and front frame mount.

Cavycoco123 12-22-2021 02:02 AM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
I have a predator motor mount on the way. Yes she has to come up two inches to clear the shifter and be far enough away from the rear clutch.

Cavycoco123 12-24-2021 04:07 PM

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The 780 torque converters from Vegas carts are authentic comets

Cavycoco123 01-13-2022 01:07 PM

Re: 2012 TXT Motor Swap
 
Does anybody sell cvt belts by length and not part number? I went to a snowmobile shop and they knew nothing….


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