Kohler Command V-Twin Leaking Oil. Part 2

[@P.Trim69]

Let's see what's broke today. Me first of all lol 🤣 then everything in the yard pretty much and what ain't broken probably wished it was.

[@zztop8592]

Looks like new after the repairs. I have a 25hp Kohler on a Craftsman leaking oil from the bottom, but haven't figured out where yet.

[@P.Trim69]

Yes Sir

[@jasonheston6408]

My schematic doesn't show a gasket for my cv20s. Can I use the gasket or do I need to use rtv?

[@whatsbroketoday]

In most cases you can use a gasket where rtv was used originally. The concern come in crankshaft end play. A gasket can add up to .020 of end play. For a vertical crankshaft engine I do not feel that is a major issue but researching the recommended end play about and measuring before you disassemble would be a good idea. Thanks.

[@whatsbroketoday]

Another FYI when using RTV use a high quality ultra grey or black. A little extra money now will save doing the job again.

[@whatsbroketoday]

Check the quick oil drain. I have found many of them loose on craftsman mowers. I pull it off the engine when I am changing the oil, clean the threads and put back in with thread sealing tape and tighten. Thanks

[@zztop8592]

I checked the oil drain, but the leak seems to be coming from under the main drive pulley. I'm thinking it could be the crankshaft seal leaking.

[@greggreg5217]

Kohler engines are not that good. Had one and will never own another again. ( just my personal 2 cents worth)