"Is The Mogul originally a K-line engine? I noticed from a previous photo the motor is sitting backwards like most K-line engines. I recall they had problems with this configuration. Probably why this engine is not backwards rolling and a bit jerky running.."
No connection between performance and motor orientation.
"K-Line never made this engine. The only most all K-Line engines are smooth runners, at least all of mine are. Some with early K-Line cruise had some hesitation at startup but otherwise are smooth runners. Motor orientation should have no effect on running."
Yes, yes, yes and yes.
