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Success !!!! Made a call to Generac who put me in touch with Dixie Chopper. A tech there told me that their Generac engines used only half moon woodruff keys not off set. I replaced key with item number recommended in parts catalog (G082774) and it started instantly. Thanks to everyone for...

Starter was dragging so bad, would not turn engine over. Tore it down and I see why. Ordered a rebuild kit and will continue repair when it arrives.

Set all four to .003". Will check again, Thanks

Back together this morning. Backfired once and then starter began to drag where it wouldn't turn over any more. Battery showing 13+ volts. While apart, I cleaned rust from flywheel and coils and adjusted valve lash. I guess I'll try repair manual recommended key (not offset) and see what...

Thanks again. I'm gonna reassemble and give it a whiff. Will advise

I can't thank everyone enough for helping me keep this mower running. As far as any numbers on engine, I can find none. The original tag had nothing but engine size. There's no model/type numbers anywhere like on other engine manufactures. I've attached pics of key and just from looking, it...

Got one ordered. Thanks for reply

My 2008 propane Dixie won't start. It's getting spark, compression, and I smell fuel. I pulled flywheel to check key and can't tell if it is designed this way or if it's getting ready to shear. Engine is a GTV760 and according to parts manual it takes part number 082774 (4x19d) which is pictured...