The GCV engines use a diagonal split-block design and have both an overhead camshaft (internal timing belt) and overhead valve construction. GSV = Honda's commercial version of the GCV, the GSV has a cast-iron cylinder sleeve, an extra bearing, 2-stage air cleaner, and a few other minor changes. Honda uses a GSV on some of its …
The SAE J1349 standard measures net horsepower with the manufacturer's production muffler and air cleaner in place.Net horsepower more closely correlates with the power the operator will experience when using a Honda engine powered product.The power rating of the engines indicated in this document measures the net power output at 3600 rpm(7000 …