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You have 2 options when buying a small engine for custom applications, You have 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines. Now also take into consideration I’m comparing small 2 and 4 stroke engines, Not a car 4 stroke or a large Caterpillar, or Detroit 2 stroke. I’ll get into those later.

Here’s a few thing about 2 stroke engines. One you have to mix 2 cycle oil with gas to achieve the right ratio for the lubrication of the piston. Two a 2 stroke engines (in theory) can produce twice as much power as the same size 4 stroke at the same revs, but uses more fuel.

Here’s a few things about 4 stroke engines. One they run a lot cooler and therefore use a lot less fuel. Two you don’t have to mix oil with gas for piston lubrication which makes its easier on the owner to fuel their engine.

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