Engine mounting system

摘要

An engine mounting system for power equipment includes a tubular frame, an internal combustion engine, and one or more supports for mounting the engine to the tubular frame. The internal combustion engine includes an engine block and a crankcase cover attached to the engine block. The one or more supports are integrally cast with and extend away from at least one of the engine block and the crankcase cover. Additionally, the one or more supports are designed to be mounted to the frame and are contoured to match a portion of a profile of the frame.

主权项

1. An engine mounting system, comprising:
a tubular frame for power equipment; an internal combustion engine including an engine block, a crankshaft, and a crankcase cover, wherein the engine block includes a crankcase formed therein, wherein the crankshaft is positioned in the crankcase, wherein the crankcase cover includes an oil basin containing oil for distribution throughout the crankcase, and wherein the engine block has the crankcase cover attached thereto; and a support integrally cast with at least one of the engine block and the crankcase cover, the support extending away therefrom, wherein the support includes a contour that matches a profile of a portion of the tubular frame, and wherein the support is mounted to the tubular frame with the contour of the support engaging the profile of the portion of the tubular frame.