Mcculloch Mac-15 engines

[cul8ter]

Hi just wondering if it is worth purchasing one of these saws, in fair condition for $30 AUS?
Does anybody know the hp and top RPM of these saws and if they are easy to find parts for?
thanks.

By the way, I am looking to put one of these engines on a go kart, just in case ya' wanted to know

 

[Lakeside53]

Cool old saw... I had a really pretty one, but once it was running, I lost interest and sold it for $50. Collectible, but I wouldn't use it as a working saw. If it's in decent condition, get it and store it. It was advertised as Mac's "first" consumer saw, so that has to be worth something.


As for a go-kart engine.. surely you can find something a bit later....?

 

[cul8ter]

Thanks for your help. The reason why I am interested with this engine is because someone told me that they are similar to the old kart engines mcculloch used to make, so I thought one might be fit for the job. I dont know if this is true though. What chainsaw engine would you guys recommend that is high revving but not too expensive?

THANKS.

 

[cul8ter]

Anyone??? Please????????

 

[ozflea]

The Mac 15 is no performance engine in any shape it has a fixed cylinder head for starters and only 2 exhaust openings as one was intentionally left closed plus it had cast iron rings. The Mac 15 was built for the early consumer market and as such was a very basic saw of 80cc and not very high reving.

Mc Bob.