From the Briggs website- "The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05). Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM; horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual gross engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment, the gas engine will not develop the rated gross power when used in a given piece of power equipment (actual "on-site" or net horsepower). This difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine."

Thanks Wheelhorse. That also confirms to me that I am running my old tractor at the right RPM when mowing(2650-2800). Thats where it seemes to feel right and sound right so thats just where I've always ran it. I had planned to repower my ole 1855 with a 23hp Vanguard and use the Onan for the MF12 hydro project but the Kohler would fit better and look correct. I could overhaul the Onan when the time comes. I traced the problems with it that I thought was a tired motor (2500+hrs) to a bad electronic ignition conversion that I had put on it long ago, now she purrs right along like always, uses a 1/2 pint of oil per 15hrs but doesn't smoke(think a lot of that is a leak I haven't got around to fixing).

First, I don't live on my PC, I was away all weekend. So your not getting a run around. Second, you have NOT described the problem sufficiently for me to know whats wrong with your car. One thing is certain though, I do NOT suspect the torque convertor (a transaxle component) based on the pieces of information that you have provided. Now that is not a diagnosis that is saying it's not bad, I'll repeat, I don't suspect it's the problem. But there is a definate problem with getting you to verbalize in a way that allows me to "feel" what your car is doing without me having first hand experience driving it while it's acting up. You cannot blame a shop, a technician, or someone on this board, be they a technician or not for your failure to be able to communicate to us(me) exactly what your car is doing. FWIW, it's quite likely the problem with your car is engine control related. But before I type out a series of questions in order to attempt to draw from you what I would need to know in order to even try and figure out whats going on, you have to agree to answer them in a yes, or no fashion. Plus then add details as you feel necessary, without trying to decide in advance what you think the problem with the car is.

I haven’t been feeling well - and since I didn’t receive many comments initially, I missed seeing the new ones until today. @dcarendt - thanks for your reply - it will definitely help the next person who has the same question! We did have the chimney inspected. We also chose to just go with the manual lighter - we’ve been manually lighting the gas starter (for this FP and the one in the kitchen) so it didn’t seem like a big deal to continue to do so. Would you mind sharing the details re: your glass doors? I would like to update mine. When I built this house, I was graduating from law school (packed up and moved a week later)/had a baby two weeks later/started bar review classes three days after she was born/sat for bar exam when she was two months old/started working at a large law firm two weeks after taking bar exam (my older daughter started kindergarten around the same week) - so, I didn’t really spend much time selecting materials for house. I never even thought about whether a see-thru FP would have any potential issues/drawbacks. I just thought that they looked ”cool” - so, I included one in the design. I was in my twenties then - and really didn’t know anything about building a house - or about design - neither did my husband (ex). @Greg Tillotson - I was hoping to hear from you as I’ve read many comments that you’ve posted on Houzz - and your comments are always helpful. I did look at your site to see what brand of gas logs you sold - my SO selected a set from the same manufacturer - so I figured that was a positive sign. I am looking to replace my doors - if you have some suggestions. I would like to purchase from someone I ”know” on Houzz. I also need to update doors on two other fireplaces (one vented gas and the other wood burning) - for a total of four sets of glass doors. I do have a question for you - No clip was installed on my damper - I specifically asked about this requirement because I thought it would have to be permanently fixed partially open (at least - and maybe fully open). Does this depend on the specific jurisdiction re: code requirements - or is this universally required across the U.S.? I haven’t looked up codes yet - just thought I’d ask prior to doing so. @Patricia Colwell - the FP is located between my family/living room and study. I had vented gas logs installed - wasn’t ever interested in ventless gas logs because I wouldn’t want to risk fumes leaking into home (also, I don’t think they are allowed where I live). I did do my own investigation - spoke with the person who would be installing the logs in order to have my questions answered prior to installation + spoke to owner of store. Everything has been installed and works fine. I actually was surprised about the amount of heat produced. Also, I’ve had zero issues re: smoke while operating. I will be replacing the doors with new ones - I just haven’t had time to look yet. I do know that he’s definitely enjoyed the new gas logs!