sorry about the double post, my computer is acting up.

I think I saw the Husky with the Kohler. Double check if it is Kohler XT-7. If so, this is used in some higher end mower that cost $600 or over. It is supposed to be a commercial engine.....for what it's worth. It does have cast iron lining.

I have a Troybilt which is built by MTD. I believe Craftsman are build by MTD also. I'll try my luck with the Husky if I were to buy one. It is less than 2 years old using as home owner. One wheel dangling, I have to hammer the deck back because it bent out of shape after hitting something!!!

I won't worry about the plastic camp, Honda GCV160 is a good engine, but the rest of the mower is of concern. It does not have iron lining though, it is definitely a home owner grade engine. The Kohler XT-7 is consider a low line commercial grade.

No engine will be any good if you run it out of oil.
I own a Husqvarna 7021P 3in1 push mower with the Honda engine and I have been 100% happy with it's performance.I was using the rear bagger but now I just mulch.

i know that no engine will hold up with no oil, i am a diesel mechanic. it was my fault and i know better, especially because i know the engine burns and leaks oil. but what is done is done now i need a new mower.

The few Husky I saw looked very good. I particularly like the one with Kawi FJ180V and aluminum deck. But that is a $900 mower!!!!

Engine is really a gating factor of the durability of a mower.......as long as there is oil in it!!!!!!!.........................I can't help it, it's my finger!!!! Bad finger, keep typing!!!!

I meant engine is not the gating factor!!! It's my finger also, getting too old!!!