Oct 13, 2009 · Check the fuel filter, fuel cap vent, obstruction in fuel tank and fuel lines for ethanol damage. Incorrect float height could also be the problem as well as an obstruction in the main …

Mar 1, 2009 · Kohler K181 Engine will only start with throttle in IDLE position. Valves have been lapped and set to the proper clearance. Exhaust valve compression relief working properly.

Jul 13, 2024 · Try doing something like spraying some starter spray into the intake when it's dying, to see if the engine picks up. If it does, then you have a fuel supply problem, like something in …

May 20, 2009 · ive got a 1968 wheelhorse with a kohler k181 horizontal shaft engine, 8 hp. it was running great until i gave it a workout last time i ran it. now it starts fine, runs a while fine, then …

May 25, 2005 · Being that old, its diaphram probably has stiffened up due to age and not delivering fuel as it should. It is also indicated as a lean condition since you are having to …

Apr 5, 2013 · Listening to your engine, it sounds like it is a mix between stale gasoline, a clogged carburetor, and improperly set valves! The Kohler K series has adjustable lifters which is a …

Jan 12, 2020 · I have a K-181 that powers my 1960's era "Lickety-Log_Splitter" and has always started easily and ran great. That is until while running a log thru the splitter cut back the …

Apr 24, 2009 · I have a problem with an eight horsepower Kohler engine that I have been unable to diagnose. The engine will run fine at idle. But the engine with spit and sputter when the …

Jan 31, 2017 · Kohler doesn't list compression for that engine because of compression release. Your reading should be within normal range for that engine though. It sounds like a timing …

Aug 13, 2013 · Test the float in gasoline or solvent. Water is also denser than gas, so it will tend to support the float better. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be …

Dec 15, 2020 · Make sure the oil is not polluted with gas. That can be caused by a leaking fuel pump, if it has one, or a float/needle/seat problem letting it flood when not running. If you are …

Sep 17, 2016 · I have a Troy-Bilt tiller with an 8 hp Kohler K181ST-301006. It is electric start. It has point and condenser. It won't start, getting fuel but no spark. I used an inline spark tester and …

May 31, 2013 · I have a model 86 Cub Cadet with newly rebuilt K181 Kohler that kicks back against the starter when it fires. This is not a compression release problem, it cranks fine until …

Sep 28, 2020 · That's what KOHLER diagrams show for the ignition coil for that engine. However, there are 2 ignition diagrams. automotive style Coil is 41 on top diagram, and 7 on the bottom. …

Apr 8, 2018 · If the battery is good and the problem persists begin by taking a jumper cable from the battery "+" directly to the large wire terminal on the starter. This manual has a wiring …

Apr 18, 2021 · My k181 on my Deere is gravity feed even tho the parts book lists a fuel pump. Anyway, it acted like it was starving for fuel in the tall grass so I removed the little paper fuel …

Jun 28, 2018 · We haven't torn the engine down yet but we plan on replacing the rod and piston, and we will see what the crank looks like to see if it needs turned or not. I am used to large …

Sep 30, 2020 · For a couple years now, I have had a problem where engine runs great for awhile, 15 min to an hour, then very rough. The engine by the way is on a leaf blower. When I brought …

May 20, 2018 · I have a Kohler K181 that was just recently rebuilt. After getting the short block back from the machine shop, the new bushing for the governor rod did not fit the throttle disc …