Kohler Command Cranks but won't start

[@Bulletman426]

Good video and thank for not snipping the plunger off the fuel stop solenoid. A lot of repair shops cut it off. That’s not a good thing to do ever and they should close their business. Your a good mechanic brother! Nice work

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

100% agree. Thank you for watching, commenting and supporting the channel.

[@michaelfarris2556]

At least you stay positive and give the viewers a positive way of looking at how they can do it, too.

[@dodgeguy999]

Brad you are the Man! My mower is a twin on your mower that your working on. Love my Lt2000 with the Kohler 17.5 . The problem that i had was it was sounding like it was running out of fuel. The gas cap seal had deteriorated and fell in the fuel tank. Flushed tank and replaced fuel filter back in businesses , Thank you so much. Your spot on! Terry P.S. Great tip on the solenoid .

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Terry!

[@kellyhawk822]

Good job. I actually did away with the fuel solenoid and installed a fuel shut off valve on the fuel line. Just got to remember to shut the fuel off when finished

[@sidneydaugherty4895]

How do you plug the hole? Ill get rid of mine.

[@KevinMn1]

That is a really clean mower!

[@crisprtalk6963]

The solenoid was not seized in the up position, so why is it that it was still preventing fuel flow?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

It was enough to stop fuel flow as seen while trying to start machine.

[@timjones2999]

Good video I don;t have this problem but watched because of the great information. You not only told us what you were going to do but more importantly you showed doing the actual work which some don't show they just tell you and never show their work. Great video, good work thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@robertmailhos8159]

Great tip for the gas cap I've done the clipping of the tip in the anti back fire solenoid on my Briggs and Stratton 19.5 over Head valve engine on my.poulan XT mower

[@4Truth4All]

Great installment on the Kohler Command. I have two of them and they continue to run well after 25 years. The carbs are the only issues for me as they do have solenoid and float leakage issues. I installed fuel cut-offs to reduce fuel flow in to the engine through the carb when not running.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Nice to hear, you have taken care of your engines and they have served you well! Thank you for sharing. I agree, fuel shut off valves are a great addition.

[@onefidget]

Just fixed our 2007 Kohler courage! Thank you for the link to the part!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and your back up and running! Thank you for the kind comment!

[@bigred9796]

One of the best small engine diagnostic and repair videos ever seen! I’ve been working on small engines and cars , trucks etc, just out of enjoyment and necessity for decades and love learning from a true mechanic and especially someone that is meticulous about the job and the little details that make the difference. My friend recently reached out to me about a Kohler 18 hp not starting and after recommending the usual check for fuel and fire, I came across this fuel solenoid issue. Watched a couple videos and they bypassed or cut it off. I don’t work that way, there’s a reason for this component and why not fix it the right way? Thanks and will be following your other videos! You’re a true craftsman in your field!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for the kind comment, sharing and supporting my channel!

[@georgehofgren6123]

Impressed you get so much done, brother 👏 👍 ~

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@stevenf1953]

great video! I think I learned a little more from you again. Thanks! Keep up the great work.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks, will do!

[@phillangston5785]

You did a great job explaining your thoughts. Very informative.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and the kind comment.

[@MichelVeilleux-i8p]

You are really good!! Thank you!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@jameskalbfell1507]

Where can my kohler twin be leaking oil if not from the valve covers? Thank you very much. Jim k.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

oil pan, oil drain fitting, bottom or top crank seal, crack in block, oil fill tube "O" ring or cracked tube.

[@jameskalbfell1507]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines do you happen to know a good repair shop near st.louis,mo. Thanks Jim k.

[@EivinSukoi]

Just the video I’ve been looking for , right to the point , I got a new sub here sir .

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Im glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind comment and supporting the channel. It is greatly appreciated!

[@stevenwbaker56]

Please repeat where you purchased the fuel line crimper and link or part #. I thought you said Harbor Freight but I went there and they couldn't find it...thanks for your youtubes

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes, I did say HARBOR FREIGHT. If they don’t have them, then you will just have to find something comparable. I purchased mine at HARBOR FREIGHT. You can also use a pair of small vice grips, needle nose type, and put tape around the grooves of the jaws to protect the fuel line from getting imprints.

[@demetriosa7646]

I have the same motor. I had to replace my lifters as the tick was really loud and would take really long for it to go away. When I pulled out the lifters one didn’t have any spring tension downwards. It was completely frozen. I tried the seafoam trick and changing the oil to no avail. Pretty big job as you have to pull the head on that motor. It seems these motors are plagued with this issue. I didn’t want to have any issues with the cam so I fixed it.

[@jamesbubnick]

Brad, Your videos are really helpful and well done. I wanted to ask you about the coil on a CV14T, do you know what resistance it should measure? I have a Scag that lost spark. I bought the replacement Kohler OEM ignition Coil 12-584-05 and neither worked, I actually returned the first one and the second one still didn't work. My original coil measured about 20k ohms. The OEM replacements measured at around 18.5k ohms. I took a coil off a CV15, it tested at 8.5K ohms and works just fine...the coil off the CV15 was a 12-854-01....

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You would need to get into the manual to find out what all the resistance readings are.

[@jamesbubnick]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines I found them....7,900 to 18,400 ohms. ....I ordered a new coil from a different kohler retailer. hopefully this one works as I'm pretty shocked that 2 OEM Kohler coils both were bad.

[@brandonkanowitz7244]

This mower looks brand new in the condition its in as if it was never used!

[@andrewking1414]

Awesome video! What if my engine is so tight I can't turn it by hand? It spins when I turn the key over but not by hand

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

First check the engine oil level. If your engine is spinning ok when you are using the key start. Most likely you are feeling the normal engine compression and the drag from the transmission drive belt that is running around the engine pulley.

[@andrewking1414]

@JohnsonsSmallEngines I got it running! I could hear the click in the fuel shutoff solenoid but I unscrewed it and rescrewed it in and somehow the dang thing started. If you were to go buy a mower for half an acre around the 4k dollar mark what would you buy? I want a standing but they are 6k! Thanks so much! I have a 2008 42" troybilt colt xp! I'd be looking for 30" to 46" I guess

[@stormihogan7142]

Where in the world did you get the v shaped clip remover tool? Have looked for one forever.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Link is in the description below the video.

[@bobjonson3634]

Nice work

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like and share my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching.

[@stevenwbaker56]

Maybe you can suggest a remedy. I have zero torn w/kohler 7000 pro 24hp kt-735. I've had it going on 3rd.yr. I mow an acre and every other mowing event it starts bogging down then won't start. I've taken it back to the shade tree business and it's had 3 carborator replacements. I don't believe the mechanic may really know whats causing this.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I would need to ask several questions that on a comment would not work. Go to my website at www.johnsonssmallengines.com and on the contact page leave me exactly what you commented on with your phone number and what state you live in and I’ll try to call you at some point to discuss further.

[@hoosierdaddy8002]

One thing about kits. They are non returnable. Make sure your parts are correct.

[@kenbudd3]

I have a 22hp courage Kohler mower new fuel pump I an not pumping gas I checked compression it checks 70 lb on the right side but only 30 lb on the side that the fuel pump is on. I think it may need a valve gasket or a valve job. any ideas?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Cannot guess, how many hours are on the engine. You should have a hour meter? Sounds like it is time to pull the head to see if it’s a valve not seating properly or if the valves look ok then you most likely have bad rings.

[@burningshadowwolf5774]

Great video but I'm having a problem with it not turning over or anything. I turn the key and nothing it's just dead. Does anyone know what the problem could be

[@auctionwheels]

I tried removing but it just spins. My 1/2 in wrench doesn’t fit to remove

[@Sartech3]

Question i have a club cadet with walbro carb it floods. Changed out needle i was told seat in carb is brass and not replaced. Now checked selonoid it works but it has no rubber cap on it like your pick in video and no oringon mine either. Put carb back together it still floods any suggestions?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Install a new OEM "original equipment manufacturer" carburetor.

[@Sartech3]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines thanks

[@MrOioi1989]

I just replaced my carb, basically same motor (15.5 hp). I'm having the same problem with not starting. New spark plug, new oil and filter, new fuel lines and filter, and now a new carb. Still won't start. It'll start if I drain the bowl, and then use a little ether to force it to start. It'll run continuously then until I shut it off. Then it won't start again. Any thoughts?? Thanks in advance. 😜

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Sounds like the choke needs adjusting?

[@MrOioi1989]

⁠so it turns out, it was a bad magneto! It would only"force start" with starting fluid, then it would run fine until I shut it off. So that made me think that it was getting ignition. But, after a couple more times, I couldn't get it to start at all, and it wasn't getting any spark. Bought a new $13 magneto off Amazon and......Viola!! She fires right up again! 😜

[@christophertreatmuniec1584]

thank you sir, cut that sucker off and running great! i'll order a new solenoid but riding right away now!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Glad to hear your up and running!

[@normanrankin9428]

You made me nervous with that gas soaked rag around possible sparks testing it, and the heat gun.

[@neillillo4748]

YOU CAN DO IT !!!

[@sadbutwedidntstartit]

At about 7 minutes into the video in the back behind the solenoid and a little to the right it looks like the engine casting is cracked or it's a grease / dirt crooked line. Not that it is the problem but is it cracked or what ? Thanks

[@georgehofgren6123]

Yeah I wondered the same thing....

[@594bolt]

My "genuine" Kohler oil filter was made in India.

[@georgehofgren6123]

I have No problem w/the kit coming from Mexico... young Americans don't want to work in factories ~

[@erniemoore2365]

Put your finger on and you will feel it click

[@southtownsjoe32]

absolutely stupid part that leaves you stranded, disable & life is much better.......junk!