Could i just block off or pinch this breather tube. Something internal causing too much "blow by" from excess pressure in the crankcase and as one mechanic said earlier it's got to go someplace. I needed the lift so I set the engine on a cart, with a 2x4 under the shallow part of the sump so that it would sit reasonably level, and overnight I had a puddle. K301 Blowing Oil. Oil leakage may occur in some other places other than the breather, such as close to the cylinder walls. I still suspect the gasket. The consequences are unpredictable and can be very grave when creating a time ripple for purely personal gain. Basically, all you need is an adapter fitting to use the spark plug hole for putting compressed air to the cylinder, and a way to hold the crankshaft from turning.Each cylinder must be tested individually and the engine position set for each cylinder respectively. Let us know what you find. Fasten loosened bolts and replace the faulty seals and gaskets. I cleaned out the oil canister really good. Powered by Invision Community. So either rent a bike or do the boat trip to enjoy the fields closeby. I have an 18GTH with a 18hp Kohler Magnum that is blowing oil out. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Kohler sells. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! It was I grant you only a temporary fix, but I've used it on several engines over the years. Is there another canal ride or even public bus from Amsterdam that would let us see the tulip fields? Tons of white smoke and runs starts to studder like its going to stall. Is there another canal ride or even public bus from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? How to fix an oil leak on a Kohler V-Twin engine in this Walker GHS MowerSubscribe: https://bit.ly/SubDGHD | Merch: https://debossgarage.com/merchWatch next, \"Will It Run? If you discover that the blockage is serious, the best thing to do is replace it with a new one. Blew a pto side crankshaft seal. Other gasoline/alcohol mixtures, such as E20 and E85, should not be utilized because they have not been approved for use in Kohler engines. 2023 LawnMowerForum.com. I have ordered a new gasket. Dark Special Contributor Users 0 478 posts Trader Feedback 0 0 0 Total Rating N/A Posted June 27, 2009 I opted for a 20hp Command with less than 20 hours. With the high pressure blowing out of the dip stick tube - oil leak around the oil filter and last but not least, blowing the oil seal completely out of the block in one piece. 23 hp kohler engine on xmark mower. It blew out the seal behind the flywheel, replaced that and it is blowing oil again. I pulled the air filter off and ran the machine and the oil starts off slow flowing from the breather tube into the air filter box, then it starts flowing like the Nile. Aug 30, 2009 / Question about Breather Tube & Reed on Kohler CH18 Engine #4. It is best to replace the old filter with a new one. I was told once the Magnum starts blowing oil, it needs to be totally rebuilt. For your test, do not remove the rocker arms, this was simply the best image I could find to illustrate where to look.The arrows show where compression would leak into the pushrod gallery (and pressurize the crankcase).If you don't see any puffs of compression escaping from the head into the gallery at idle, give the throttle a quick jog while you watch.If you see leakage, the head gasket is defective. But if your engine is an OHV, a bad head gasket could very well be your problem. I don't understand this but when it was hanging it didn't leak a drop. For the breather gasket, check for any signs of damage. It looks just like it under this breather cover but the hole where the bolt would go to secure the reed is not even threaded. Read my earlier post. Mine had the red umbrella. Sam has over a decade experience in landscape and yard maintenance. Read This Pro Advice First, Standouts From the 2014 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show. Cylinder is probably worn egg shaped and the rings are toast. Has this problem been taken care of. Any info on diagnosing the breather would be appreciated. I have a CC 122 that I rebuilt the K301 after the mowing season in 2006. Oil in the breather wasn't causing my problem. After cleaning the crankcase breather, the blown seal or gasket will have . Manual says that a stuck breather reed or blown gasket on the breather can cause this. Oil leakage can also be caused by warped cylinder heads, changing a new valve cover gasket wont solve the problem. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! To make long story short; I have oil blowing out the breather vent. If you opt to do a leakdown test instead of (or in addition to) running the engine as above, you can remove the valve covers and look for escaping air in the same spots shown in pics. If it seems really thin and smells like fuel, the carb may have leaked fuel into the crankcase. i bought it this way thinking i could fix it.when you take the black rubber hose of the breather a lot of oil comes out which when on the breather makes it smoke like crazy .this is of course when it is runing.could it be one head gasket, it seems to run perty good.your info greatly apreciated.the fins on the heads had a lot of junk in there not good for cooling. I wound up putting a cast iron one on there that I had gotten for something else, the cast iron narrow base pan is TOUGH to find, the aluminum ones are all over the place. If it is blowing out as much as he says, it may also be a combination of head gasket and bad rings. This is the reason you will notice smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. I can understand the frustration, quite annoying when you need your engine to get working but it wont. Hope this helps. Loosened nuts and bolts, faulty valve seals and head gaskets can cause a cylinder to leak oil. The unit was running really strong and fast this spring and all of a sodden while driving I lost power and died. Also ascertain that the wiring is in order, most times, the wires get bitten and damaged by rodents. Check the oil and make sure it isn't overfilled, and also smell it to see if it smells like gas. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116958624', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Amsterdam that would let us see the tulip fields? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Sign up for a new account in our community. Check your oil level and smell for the odor of gas on the dipstick, a leaky carb could let fuel seep in the crankcase and smoking come from an overfull crankcase. From there it seems to get into everything. If not I can do it over. When I took of the air filter it had a small pool of gray / black liquid that had the viscosity of water, however engine is air cooled. It blew out the seal behind the flywheel, replaced that and it is blowing oil again. Basically, all you need is an adapter fitting to use the spark plug hole for putting compressed air to the cylinder, and a way to hold the crankshaft from turning. Is this the way it should be? Houzz Call: How Are You Handling the Record-Breaking Cold. 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Bad piston or rings? I'd put the thick steel wool or the stainless steel scrubbing pads pulled out thin and put down in the vent tube going back down to the crankcase. Well, I finally got around to inspecting/servicing the breather and reed on the Cub. If plugs look great suspect the breather reed/seat issue. Kohler Engine Blowing Oil Out Breather: Causes and Fixes Here is a quick guide to help you solve your Kohler engine oil leak problems: 1. Yes, the reed valve is like the PCV on a automoblie engine. The home-owner's son even gave me a walk-through on how to start the mower and drive it, etc, since I have never driven a zero-turn mower before. You stated that the breather was probably damaged and need replaced. But like reynoldston says, no need to sugar coat it. Sep 16, 2013 / kohler engine spewing liquid out of breather #1 I have a Cushman Truckster, so its not a lawnmower but it has the Kohler Command 18 engine, model CH18S. Remove the tube that goes into the air filter housing start the engine and stick your thumb over the end of the tube. I notice that there is no reed. If you check the reed and it shows an incomplete seating problem you should consult your dealer or examine the seating area for "flash" in the seat which does not allow it to close fully. I remember an old trick we used to do years ago on old cars that had a "draft tube" before they had the PCV valve. Over time, filters may become clogged with dust and other debris, which restricts airflow and allows pressure to build. 2023 TractorByNet.com | TractorByNet is a registered trademark of IMC Digital Universe, Inc. Other trademarks on this page are the property of their respective owners. Put the new oil seal and hit it until it is properly aligned inside. Head gaskets are rather thin between the cylinder and the channel that the push rods go through on the commands. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. No express or implied warranties of any type, including for example implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are made with respect to the information, or any use of the information, in this video. 4. Take a careful look at your engine for signs of the possible reasons pointed out in this article and follow the step-by-step instructions provided to help you fix your Kohler engine oil leak problems. **If the video was helpful, please give it a \"thumbs up\" and consider subscribing. I suspect a blown head gasket, common problem with these engines. Worth a try and then go into the engine this winter when you have time. I never suspected this to be a problem before because I've mowed this way for the prior 6 seasons without a problem -until this year. **Theme Song: \"Travelin'\" by SWIB (https://soundcloud.com/swib-1) CC BY-SA 3.0All Songs: https://soundcloud.com/editoraaron/sets/deboss-tunesMusic License: http://share.epidemicsound.com/deboss (30-day free trial) Red Egg Entertainment | made in Canada--NO WARRANTIES: All of the information provided in this video is provided \"AS-IS\" and with NO WARRANTIES. Get rid of debris from the breather tube by applying compressed air. Breather Parts : Kohler Engines and Kohler Engine Parts Store, Genuine Kohler Engine Parts. wengerdj17, June 27, 2009 in Talking Tractors, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. What it would do is condense the oil and funnel it back down into pan. Do it all the time on motorcycles. Pull the spark plugs and inspect each side for oily deposits, if one side is wet and oily suspect a leaking head gasket {leaking compression into crankcase at the oil return passage or lifter gallery}. It is your responsibility to evaluate your own safety and physical condition, or that of your clients, and to independently determine whether to perform, use or adapt any of the information or content in this video. A regular check on this pan will go a long way to preventing the problem. Kohler blowing oil out the breather? Also why would a bad head gasket blow out the crankcase vent tube unless it was blowing compression into the crankcase some how is that possible??? Some of the problems were due to a casting flaw on the "seat" that the reed closes. I am going to show that in a separate video https://youtu.be/c-ZSnesa-to . Set it down and it leaked. It's possible that the reed is broken or stuck on yours allowing the oil into the air filter housing. I redid that gasket and filled it up with straight 30 and it leaked again. The motor runs great but is leaking pretty bad. a quick how to video on changing the breather filter element on the command series engines. Has this problem been taken care of. If after trying the recommended tips in this article, the problem persists, it is advised you consult an expert to have your engine checked. Oil separator canister should be on cylinder 1 (starter side) valve cover. You hardly see the fields from a bus route, and no boats for that long distance (remember how slooooow these are). The motor runs great but is leaking pretty bad. DEBOSS GARAGE HEAVY DUTY (\"DGHD\") makes no representations and extends no warranties of any type as to the accuracy or completeness of any information or content of this video.DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: DGHD specifically DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of the use or misuse of any of the information or content in this video. Around July I noticed some oil dripping on the floor in the garage. Hey guys, its been hell figuring out why my kohler was still blowing oil out the breather after the rebuild. Eventually I can start it now and then but couldn't get enough power out of it to move. With this short circular walk you walk through the eastern part of the park, which makes for a wonderful evening stroll through the 19th century city park. in it. Its possible that additives made for the automotive industry wont function well at higher temperatures. A good sign of broken head gasket is vapor coming out of the dipstick. Oct 17, 2013 / kohler engine spewing liquid out of breather #17 The head gasket usually blows out the thin strip between the piston and pushrod gallery, thus sending compression into the crankcase. Al Eden. 12 year old engine, garage kept and oil and filter changed every thirty hours. I assume that the breather is like a PCV valve on a car that vents crankcase gasses back into the carb to be burned-off. It looks just like it under this breather cover but the hole where the bolt would go to secure the reed is not even threaded. Don't suppose you recall the Kohler part number? F. You are using an out of date browser. I have seen some blown so bad I don't know how they ran. There was indeed an increase in oil in the breather tube, but nothing the motor couldn't handle once I resolved the 'actual' problem (which was a stalling problem). However, to prevent fuel deterioration during extended periods of inactivity (more than a month), using gasoline stabilizer is advised. Perhaps an Oil ring broken, too much gap in the rings, loose rings, ring stuck closed due to cruddy, nasty oil and deposits etc. Pull apart the pulleys and the tabs protecting the oil seal. Use compressed air to clean the dirt and debris. Unscrew any other nuts and bolts that fasten the engine to the mower. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. ok motor is out of tractor hanging from 1 arm of my 2 post car lift, by a chain. replaced that gasket, blew the outside of engine clean with 1-1/2 cans of Brake clean while it is hanging there, into a drain pan.. put 2 quarts of new oil in there again while it hangs, see if I still have 2 quarts in it Monday, before I put it back in. They crankcase breather on these engines cannot handle excess blowby. If you have compressed air available, you can perform a "Cylinder Leakdown Test" (described in Kohler ser manual, click link below). *You can remove the valve covers (one at a time) and run the engine at idle speed while you watch for puffs of compression leaking into the pushrod gallery.Look at the picture below and find the red arrows I have added. Mowersandyardtools.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Follow the instructions in the manual carefully. Use of impure diesel fuel or fuel and water combinations will result in major engine problems. A Clogged Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve: A rubber vacuum hose that serves as a vacuum release inside the engines crankcase is utilized to link the PCV valve to an air intake housing. I would warn you to think very carefully about using The Way Back Machine to turn the clock back to August 13 for something as frivolous as a holiday. Checked the oil level before I ran it. check the bypass for the oil system or if it has a filter change it. 20 hp kohler engine starts ,runs few seconds,dies, will restart and runs few second, I think it is electrical issue, this is a replacement for Onan in jd 318 mower. Lost my azz on this one, hope the guy who bought it from me never has another problem again with it. ASTM D975 regulation S 15 for U.S). If it is likely to just be the gasket that is great, just hate to put engine back on and deal with the same problem. Always consult equipment operator's manual and follow safety instructions before operating or servicing any tractor or equipment, or attempting any task. Place any anaerobic adhesive (Loctite 515) on the outer part of the seal. It worked great for 1.5 complete "mowings". Using a metal object tap between the oil seals. Use the same diesel fuel as is found in automobiles (EN 590 for E.U. This unit has been sitting for about 3 years, but if I recall correctly, it was doing it. The breather isn't plugged.Any suggestions where to look for a problem? JavaScript is disabled. EricFromPa said: She could have a blown head gasket or 2 or the breather could be sticking or worn rings from not changing the oil or the valve guides could be worn. Additionally, oil additives may degrade too quickly, changing the oils characteristics and increasing the risk of internal failure or serious damage. This is likely to occur when the engine is running, which causes the fan or flywheel to blow any oil leak around. If you close off the crankcase vent tube the pressure has to go somewhere. Replace the valve cover gaskets, it doesnt cost so much. Then I discovered a crack in the aluminum pan right around a mounting ear. Keep on reading to find out! Kohler V-Twin Breather Puking Oil Everywhere DGHD 171K subscribers Subscribe Share 178K views 2 years ago How to fix an oil leak on a Kohler V-Twin engine in this Walker GHS Mower. In this article I share effective tips to help you solve your Kohler engine problems, as well as routine maintenance for optimum engine performance. DGHD recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. No the breather or carburetor is not the problem. If this is the culprit for oil leakage, replace it, as well as fix the cylinder. It's the newest breather cover gasket. As it turned out the oil in the breather wasn't actually causing my problem as I thought. You are using an out of date browser. Just don't want to cram so much down in their to stop the flow. It's what was going to be replaced. In my case I had a bad FUEL PUMP that would operate fine on flat ground but as soon as I headed up a hill and put a load on the engine it just couldn't keep up. . Looks like it's time to route the breather tube away from the intake altogether. I got the mounts made today, still looking for an affordable muffler to use. do you still have some coffee can mufflers? Any automotive repair and/or modification may result in injury. You must log in or register to reply here. The breather isn't plugged.Any suggestions where to look for a problem? And it's back together and running again within the tractor. This can cause oil leak problems. The video you are showing has nothing to do with the carburetor. JavaScript is disabled. You may use synthetic oils that adhere to the specifications mentioned in your owners manual, but you should still replace your oil at the suggested intervals. Don. Length: 0.4 mi Est. Leaky gaskets and an improperly sealing dipstick or oil cap may also increase pressure in the crankcase past the ability . Is this the way it should be? Nothing. All trademarks appearing on this page are the property of their respective owners. Re: Viking River Cruise and water levels. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . SMell the oil! You are using an out of date browser. Smell the oil,if it has gas smell neddle in carb is hanging with trash. Hi, If the breather is an integral part of the valve cover and cannot be serviced separately, you need to replace the whole valve cover.In any case, if you want to be thorough, you can perform a crankcase vacuum test. Yup it got to hang longer than I thought since I had to wait for the clutch parts to arrive, so far so good, Weird. Shhh,Don't tell the EPA. Rings are around $40 head gaskets are around $40 for the set . i bought this big old cub cadet with a kohler twin 18 hp model ch18s. This was just after testing a few things. Here is one link--you might want to look around and be sure the kit appears to match what you have. I took it off and oil was all the way out to the edges on the gaasket. You must log in or register to reply here. As said earlier post gas in oil. Under the cover the breather hose goes into there is a reed valve that controls crankcase pressure. My experience with KTs and Magnums is if they are blowing the crank seals out they are very close to blowing and it is normally excess cylinder blow that causes this. You can use liquid tape to fix damaged wires. I had a larger kohler engine that under the breather cover had a reed. By voluntarily undertaking any task displayed in this video, you assume the risk of any resulting injury; your safety is the sole responsibility of the user and not DGHD. 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