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@Stantube10003 жыл бұрын
I had a Kohler Courage 15 on my lawn tractor built in 2009. Mowing 2.5-3 acres with it till this day. Tractor has no hour meter, but I'm sure it' has 300+ hours on it. Fixed leaking valve cover gasket with RTV (used old cork gasket since it was alright - just cleaned it), adjusted the valves clearance previous summer. Bolts didn't come loose, I check them regularly anyways. Apart from that no real issues, running well so far. I use the tractor for towing quite heavy trailer with it from time to time, my plot is very steep as well.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
You are one of the lucky ones! Thanks for watching!
@OtisFlint2 жыл бұрын
I have a 19hp with 800 hours. 3 valve cover gaskets, top cover bolts came loose and got into the flywheel around 550hrs but it didn't crack the block because i heard it screeching and pulled it apart immediately. Around 600hrs valves were way out of spec and just made it back to spec with the adjusters maxed out, carb rebuild was needed at the same time from sitting over the winters. Oil changes every 50hrs, no real consumption yet. Overall it's been a good engine for my typical homeowner use.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Wow sounds like you like it!!!
@OtisFlint2 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair I've probably put 6 hours work into it (beyond normal maintenance) in 17 years. Could be better, could be much worse.
@bobbyrobbins98163 жыл бұрын
I had a cub with that engine. The first one did exactly what you mentioned about the flywheel shearing the bolts off. Kohler replaced the engine, but the new one smokes like a teenagers diesel truck. It definitely doesn’t have the power that the original had. The twin cylinder courage doesn’t seem to have the problems like the 18, 19, and 20 singles had. I wouldn’t trade 1 briggs and stratton intek for a dozen of the courage singles. One thing is for sure, it got its name honestly. It takes courage, and a lot of extra oil and parts to own one.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Agreed either they run well or they don’t. It’s a crapshoot. Thanks for watching
@Don_ECHOguy5 жыл бұрын
I have the Kohler Courage 19HP... very much the same engine and have had no issues with it. Bought my Cub Cadet in 2012 and mine is just starting to seep oil around the valve cover so I have a new valve cover gasket for it. I also have not had any problems with the top engine cover bolts becoming loose, but I check them any way once in the Spring and once mid summer just to be safe. Overall the tractor has performed pretty good and I had to change out a starter solenoid about a year ago and am still running the original belts. I am a stickler when it comes to maintenance on my equipment and leave nothing to chance. Good video... thanks for the tips!👍
@KensSmallEngineRepair5 жыл бұрын
Don_ECHOguy better safe than sorry. Glad to see soneone who actually cares about their equipment!
@ianward11264 жыл бұрын
I also had a Jonsered with the 19hp Kohler Courage, bought it in 2003 only just sold it the end of last year no problems or oil leaks in 16years looked after it well nearly like showroom condition when it was sold. Just put new rings into it and a slight bore hone for the new owner.
@johnellenburg22973 жыл бұрын
Do i have to remove the flywheel to tighten the bolts
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Better yes to enable them to be removed, cleaned and loctite applied
@sinnerface1 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree! Its a great design, easy to work on and cheap parts! It does get ALOT of flack but they always say in the end..."not a bad motor"...lol!
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
True. I usually only get to see them after they blow up! Thanks for watching!
@robertsincich4497Ай бұрын
Thank you, you just fixed my courage 22
@KensSmallEngineRepairАй бұрын
Glad I could help. Please subscribe
@PainesvilleSpeedway3 жыл бұрын
J-B Weld SteelStik Steel Reinforced Epoxy Putty Stick - Badly cracked block, cleaned it up with carb & intake cleaner, stuffed it in the crack like packing grease in a bearing - 2nd full summer mowing 2 acres, big hill... I check the oil before each use (as with every small engine), might lose a couple ounces. 2008 Cub Cadet LT1045 with a seized engine for $20, bought a $40 SV600 engine with a cracked block, 'J-B welded it', swapped it out. Cuts and cuts and cuts, doesn't owe me a cent.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes the cheap repairs are the best! Thanks for watching!
@Oddman19803 жыл бұрын
I bought a used Cub Cadet that a local lawnmower repair guy had replaced the engine on. It was a most similar engine, an 18 hp courage, and it had a cracked block exactly where you showed. I brought the mower home, and immediately pulled the plastic shroud and flywheel off, and removed the bolts from the "lid" and put locktite on all of them. Hopefully the engine holds up for a while.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Good luck with it, thanks for watching
@bigbadhag3 жыл бұрын
Me too.No cracked block but locted it.Smokes on occasion,maybe reed valve sticking.
@colt5189 Жыл бұрын
I noticed after having mine for a couple of years that I'd get smoke from the front of the engine. And I then noticed a pool of oil going to the muffler. And it was the top bolts were loose. So I tightened them, and then had to tighten them again a couple of years later, and they've never come loose since.
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Sometimes you get lucky! Thanks for watching!
@ds17552 жыл бұрын
You’re 100% correct about those top bolts. I have a 22hp Koehler courage, running 12 years strong. I got very lucky cuz for the first 10years I neglected to do the proper maintenance. I was dripping oil around the valve cover but the tail sign I was also leaking oil from around the top plate fly wheel area. I tore the motor down to the head, put a new head gasket on, new valve cover gasket. I additionally added a small heat deflector over the muffler, my theory was that the heat from the muffler dried the fork gasket out causing a drip, anywho no drips since I did that & tighten all the top plate bolts. My motor has well over 400 hours & is still running strong, every season now I double check all the bolts. Valuable lesson learned.😂
@colt5189 Жыл бұрын
How did you get the flywheel off? I tried to use a puller, but the bolts wouldn't screw down into the flywheel as if the bolts in the puller kit were the wrong thread or something.
@ds1755 Жыл бұрын
@@colt5189 I initially was going to pull the fly wheel(hind sight it was probably best that I did) but I didn’t. I just tightened the bolts down around the top of the cover. No more drips since then.
@blueoutside33942 жыл бұрын
I've had one of these engines for almost ten years. Replaced it two years ago
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
They are actually reliable and quiet if oil is kept full and the suspect bolts are loctited
@drewjaqua2905 Жыл бұрын
I found this video because I was having a similar issue with my throttle body -- thought about putting a spring on but wanted to see if anyone out there had a better solution. So your video inspired me to go tinker around with it, but I kept thinking "what ordinarily pulls the choke forward? There's no chance the weight of that lever is solely responsible for keeping the choke open on idle" So, I wiggled it back and forth and looked for any indication of a missing spring or any other function that might pull it forward ... then I noticed that the choke spring on the carburetor itself was not correctly attached to the little plastic lever. So I attached it correctly and now I don't need to install my own spring. Nonetheless, this video was a tremendous help. Thanks for making it!
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@BobQuickandDirtyАй бұрын
I had the same experience with the choke spring on a replacement carburetor that I just put on the engine. The engine had always been hard to start, and while working on the carb I noticed that with full choke applied to the throttle control on the dashboard, the choke plate wasn't closing all the way. So I moved the throttle assembly forward about 1/4" which closed the choke plate completely and made it easy to start. HOWEVER, the governor is no longer providing a stable RPM at idle under no load (i.e., mower deck clutch not engaged). Can you advise how to adjust the governor? Thanks.
@royphelps63773 жыл бұрын
Great information. My Kohler 18 hp is blowing oil like crazy. I'll now look for more oil leaks as I was thinking head gasket.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@bigsonslawncare2 жыл бұрын
Good points got a buddy who just picked up one on FB i explained the bolt issue to him when he purchased.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Hope it helps. Thanks for watching!
@bigsonslawncare2 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair New sub will be following 💪🏽
@rodneybrand85213 жыл бұрын
On all of the kohler engines I've worked on the oil drain works loose..one even fell out..I've known about the sump cover bolts for a long time..i re torque every one of them..i use a lot of lock tight..and check the exhaust manifold bolts as well..they like to fall out..not crazy about the courage engine..
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Those twist and pull oil drains are responsible for quite a few blown engines, especially Command Verticals! Thanks for watching!
@chuckriggsjr.60217 ай бұрын
Thank you for the info. Just got a 2006 toro LX460 with this engine. I have the choke problem. I put a new cheapo carbon it. Runs great. But the choke don't return fully. So now I know what to do to fix it. Plus gonna check all the other stuff. I got tractor from local firehall. It was sitting outside a year an not used much. So I serviced it n mowed last season with it. But still working out lil issues here n there. Gotta leak on trans. Gets all over the brake assembly. Looks like a vent hole on front of trans not sure. But. Thanks for the info on the engine.
@micahap15592 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a cub with the sv600. between the owner and local repair place it was taken apart with the governor gear busted. It appears that the carb was flooding and between the two the governor shaft was loosened and destroyed. I cleaned it out, cleaned oil pump replaced the governor and put it back together. It's has 200 hrs and the wear was minimal. The valve cover is absurd with huge gaps not lining up and rolling between. It appears to be designed to leak. This is my first Kohler, so I see how it goes. I've been running a Briggs vtwin 20hp the last 20years. The engine outlasted the mower though.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Courage Engines actually run good if oil is kept full and bolts torqued and loctited! Thanks for watching!
@artramirez3506 Жыл бұрын
My 2008 Troy-Bilt Bronco is still running strong. I've had to replace that v gasket 2 times and it still leaks each time.
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
I just use Permatex Right Stuff with no gasket
@willefixit5 жыл бұрын
thanks got 2 one cracked block one loud gonna swap briggs on poulan put the loud or loose cover bolts on it.good in fo
@Trump-sd2ds2 жыл бұрын
Also the the engine bolts needs to be checked at the bottom. I had those come lose as well
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Good point. Thanks for watching!
@mr.astrophysics91152 жыл бұрын
Kohler 7000 series for me 22 horsepower 725cc V Twin engine 3 year unlimited hours warranty
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Better than the Courage that’s for sure
@mr.astrophysics91152 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair it's designed after the Kohler command commercial pro so yes much much better
@shawnn69263 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your tips. I bought a rider on the cheap side w/ this engine and it smokes and leaks, but I think I know what needs to be done.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Keep us posted!
@shawnn69263 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair A lot of research and videos said the valve cover gasket is the problem. After replacing it, she still spits oil and blows white smoke. I think I need to replace the rings. It only has 400 hrs on the clock. Previous owner never cleaned it. After taking of the cover, I found a hug (massive) mouse nest with 4 dead mice.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
@@shawnn6926 any way you can do a leak down test? That would. Inform the worn rings.
@shawnn69263 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair I ran the engine with out the muffler. No smoke and no oil. Told me right away that the rings are fine. Placed the muffler back, started smoking again. Checked valve cover again and it had a tiny leak. I used the wrong sealant. Will work on it this weekend.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
@@shawnn6926 that sounds like just oil on the muffler, easy fix, fill with solvent, swish it good, air dry and you are good to go!
@bluesky21452 ай бұрын
O'Reilly's charged you a dollar a bolt for that cover? Holy crap
@MowersNBlowers3 жыл бұрын
Belated congrats on monetization bro!
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Henry they still haven’t been able to verify my bank account so the money is just sitting there. Frustrating!
@smartassist97004 жыл бұрын
Ken, I just bought a used mower. Manyyrs old. Has a KOHLER 18 COURAGE. I POPPED THE FILTER COVER AND IT CAME OFF WITH COVER. I WANTTO ASSURE I PUT THE NEW ONE BACK ON PROPERLY. CAN YOU DO A QUICK VIDEO SHOWING ALIGNMENT / PLACEMENT OF FILTER. I CUT GRASS 2 TIMES AND THIRD TIME IT CUT OFF. TO ASSURE NO DAMAGE BEYOND, I LOOKED AND OIL FILTER WAS OLD, NEW OIL ADDED TO OLD OIL. SO I BOUGHT NEW AIR ,GAS, FILTERS SPARK PLUG AND OIL. AFTER VIEWING OTHER VIDEOS I WILL LOOK FOR LEAKING AROUND ROCKER ARM COVER,WEAR AREAS AND LUBE ALL JOINTS ASWELL. I HOPE THIS WILL RUN GOOD AFTER. I AM ON DISABILITY AND CANNOT AFFORD ADDITIONAL REPAIRS. I WILL SERVICE IT MYSELF TO ASSURE LITERALLY EVERYTHING IS CHECKED/CHANGED AND MAINTAINED. I AM ON HOLD WAITING FOR YOUR VIDEO. MOST HUMBLE APPRECIATION! Alton
@bigbadhag3 жыл бұрын
Don't know if this is any good to you.I always had hell putting air filter in,getting jammed up,not sealing,the nuts on air filter cover are nuts,not screws,my studs unscrewed from block and stuck in the nuts.I finally saw that on one video.Loctited studs back into block ,I messed up a few filters and never made a seal, let God knows what into carb.Runs better once I figured that out. i
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching
@nickywalsh84925 жыл бұрын
Very informative vid,will help someone ..
@randomwrenching4 жыл бұрын
There's another popular small engine guy on the KZbin who says they're called a Courage, because you need courage to work on 'em...lol. He calls it the "bucket motor" because of the deep sump and top cover.
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Those pesky top cover bolts should have been loctite coated from the beginning! It is a bucket, a bucket of $&@$&!!
@samkitty58948 ай бұрын
I have a weird problem with mine. The speed control lever moves up and down just fine with all the components underneath. Yet, engine runs at high speed only, regardless where the speed control lever is. In other words, it only has 1 speed, and it is high.
@timothyproksch29157 күн бұрын
Don’t see a lot of these engines around here but I’m fooling with one now because I’ve seen so many cams go out on Briggs moters I’m done with them I call them two year time bombs because all the longer they last.
@elijahbey33662 ай бұрын
Tip #1: It takes courage to own a Kohler Courage.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 ай бұрын
That and a little know-how
@brianarthur69454 ай бұрын
Thanks for the insight
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@mowerrepairshopfortscottkansas3 жыл бұрын
good video
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching it seems to be one of my more popular ones
@afhostie4 ай бұрын
Mine cracked without even having the bolt hit the flywheel, go ahead and check them anyway
@barbararichards7442 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me how to adjust carburetor on the Kroger engine.also need to know what size screw that holds air filter on the plastic part.someone did not put mine back
@micahap15592 жыл бұрын
I had the same problem but missing the entire cover and nuts. Assuming you mean the wing nuts as the studs run the carb. The nuts snap into the cover. I just bought a new cover that came with the hardware for $13 I believe. I'll check thread shortly if I remember and you just want to run to the hardware store.
@micahap15592 жыл бұрын
M6x1.0
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the response!
@CyrusGHoefferАй бұрын
your engine is similar to the one i have, i had to rebuild but i somehow messed up the throttle linkage, any ideas where to obtain the assembly on it?
@KensSmallEngineRepairАй бұрын
Go to kohlerengines and download the courage service manual. It shows all the linkage configurations
@KensSmallEngineRepair29 күн бұрын
Also if you just want a parts list type in model and spec number in a google search
@dianneschurr58183 жыл бұрын
JUst replaced ignition modules but when you shut off the engine , there is a humming sound so pulled the battery cable....when I attach the cable now it starts up without help....
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
You said ignition module(s) plural. Only a single coil on this engine. What exactly did you change? You can send me a pic at Kenssmallenginess@gmail.com. I will be happy to help you. Thanks for watching
@dianneschurr58183 жыл бұрын
Tis a kohler twin......
@jasonmaddix14833 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair hey a guy gave me one of these the other day said it needs a ignition and a coil.. it’s got a seven plug wire for the ignition can I use a five plug? It’s a super bronco
@geraldstanley94 Жыл бұрын
How do ya replace plastic govener gear an side linkage
@bamamowersgarage89375 жыл бұрын
Great tips ken keep us updated #smallengination
@crankbaitbaron75652 жыл бұрын
Great video, I didn't know that the front v valve cover would leak like that, I subscribed. I have a question, do you have a how to on hooking back up the choke and fuel linkage?
@jeffm70852 жыл бұрын
I have a Kohler courage 20HP cub cadet mower the engine reves uncontrollable I just bought it thinking a new carb would fix it now I'm finding out it may be the governor. How do I check it and make the determination is it carb or governor related? Thanks Jeff in Buffalo NY
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Have you set the governor with the engine off?
@janpierini5757 Жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the tips. My issue is not enough fuel passing to the carb. I replaced it and even diss engaged the solenoid. Could it be a fuel pump? Where the heck is it?
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Some are gravity fed while others have a vacuum-powered fuel pump. Follow the fuel line from the gas tank to see which one you have. I also check for dirt on the fuel tank as a small outlet hole on some of them, especially newer MTD Cub Cadets, gets plugged up easy. If you have a fuel pump you can test it by pulling off the output hose to the carb and cranking the engine over to see what it’s output is.
@janpierini5757 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I could not find a fuel pump even tho everything I looked at say it has one. So I think you are correct at gravity fed. I have not checked the output and that’s a great tip! I had gas coming out of the line but did not try and start it…..much appreciated and will try that. Now if its not pushing what next? Maybe an electric fuel pump as an addition? I will also check tank but it looks good. It’s been a great running mower and I use it a lot…..no leaks and never had a problem before….
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
@Jan Pierini gravity should allow the fuel to piss out of a 1/4 inch fuel hose! If it isn't then maybe your carb has a blockage in the needle and seat?
@janpierini5757 Жыл бұрын
Ok I will check…..but its a brad new carb and I disabled the solenoid. However, I am getting power to the solenoid so it wasn’t that at all. It is definitely fuel because it turns over when I spray starter fluid then when its gone it dies. I think its the lack of fuel pull or push whatever it is…..??? I’m not a mechanic I just try and use what common sense I have without that knowledge. I do appreciate your help……When my vacuum fuel pump failed on my Polaris Ranger I put in an electric one…..fixed it perfectly. That is why I thought maybe it would work?
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Disabled the solenoid? Did you CUT the plunger tip off?
@bigal72552 жыл бұрын
can you show proper carb linkage the way it is supposed to be ?? bought mine used it is in a husqvarna 46 inch cut rider...ty
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Henry shows the correct linkage in this video check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGmvqGWcpaaFrLM
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Also check out the Kohler service manual it’s a free pdf www.kohlerengines.com/engines/onlinecatalog/pdf/sm_20_690_01.pdf
@jessegrimm92745 жыл бұрын
Nice Video!
@johnellenburg22973 жыл бұрын
10 yrs and no problem ...guess i am lucky
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
I would say so. I actually like these engines, when they run!
@mserrato5873 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! Great video , I have a question about kohler ch750 30 hp, one of the exhaust stud got broken, on the right side of the engine, do you know the part number?
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Looks like This www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/kohler/2507224s?gclid=eaiaiqobchmip7qu6s7f8giv_21vbb2hsab-eaqyasabegj48_d_bwe
@hayesclawson63878 ай бұрын
Hey ken, do you happen to know the size thread / bolt for the 20hp Kohler courage motor mounts? I got a mower missing the two towards the steering wheel and everywhere online says 3/8-16 but they don't seem to fit right and don't want to force it. Thanks.
@KensSmallEngineRepair8 ай бұрын
Let me take a look, it should be 3/8-16 x 1inch long self tapping screws. www.partstree.com/parts/cub-cadet-710-04683a/ I just use standard 3/8-16 x 1 grade 5 hex head screws and lock washers
@hayesclawson63878 ай бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair thanks so much! That's what I found as well but they don't seem to thread in and the hole seems clear of gunk so I guess I'll just double check it with a tap and send it on through. Thanks so much.
@johnellenburg22973 жыл бұрын
So you have to remove the flywheel to tighten the bolts
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
No, but you do if you want to remove the bolt completely to clean it off and apply loctite to it
@johnellenburg22973 жыл бұрын
So i will need a puller to remove the flywheel
@richyphillips2 жыл бұрын
Can you help? I have a lawn tractor with the Courage 15 engine. I started it this year and it blew smoke. Figured it might be the solenoid, so I replaced the carb and serviced it (including a new plug and checked gap and spark) - also added a fuel cut off. Now it will only start with some carb cleaner sprayed into the inlet. I tried removing the plunger from the solenoid in the old carb to rule out the wiring to the solenoid. But it's still the same. It seems to run well when it's started, but I could sit on the starter all day and it won't fire. Any ideas?
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Is the choke actually functioning and closing the butterfly?
@richyphillips2 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair It appears that the choke is closing as far as if can close.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
@@richyphillips take off the air cleaner cover and with the choke off hold a rag over the carb and see if she starts
@richyphillips2 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair "as far as it can close" was not actually closed as the butterfly was stuck. A bit of lube and it starts. Many thanks.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
@@richyphillips glad it worked out for you!
@marcosolis64302 жыл бұрын
Have the same mower and engine top bolts are still tight and the valve cover was cleaned and hasn't leaked any more. It has started surging and losing power after 45 min running. Opened up the fuel cap and still doing it, and cleaned the carb recently and only use non ethanol fuel. Any ideas on what else I an check?
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Try changing the spark plug. Is there any dirt in the gas tank that might be blocking the outlet hole? Does adding choke smooth it out when this happens? Does is go back to normal running if you let it sit for 5 minutes?
@marcosolis64302 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair yes it goes back to normal after a bit of sitting and after 10 min it starts surging again. Changed oil, and filter.
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
@@marcosolis6430 any dirt in the fuel tank blocking the outlet hole?
@jackrussell6804 жыл бұрын
Mine cranks fast, has spark, plug looked good but maybe dry. Sprayed fluid in and put the plug back, no start. Any ideas. I cant find my compression guage.
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Any popping out the carburetor when cranking? This would signify a sheared flywheel key. Can you squirt some carb spray into the carb while it’s cranking over? It should lite off if only for a few seconds
@Teachhaus4 жыл бұрын
Check the bright neon yellow fuse underneath the battery. I have blown mine twice in 4 years. A couple bucks could save you checking for other solutions.
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Excellent on that pesky yellow fuse. Also timing could be off
@jackrussell6804 жыл бұрын
Update. It had its exhaust valve seat pop out. Stuck the valve open and killed compression. I reseated the valve seat and ordered a new gasket kit and now the mower runs great
@tommydearth25782 жыл бұрын
I know it's been 2 years lol but I have the 20hp Kohler courage I was wondering if you still had this tractor ? If you could get me a video of the governor springs and hook ups, I missing a spring just not sure which one
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Check out Henry’s video a little after the 18 minute mark kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGmvqGWcpaaFrLM
@anthonywynn54344 жыл бұрын
Working without a manual on this engine, throttle is hanging wide open, no apparent missing or damaged parts. Question: What is the rod that goes into the engine, underneath the throttle assembly? has a bracket that is attached to the assembly, an rotates about 360 degrees. The bracket was loose, is all i could find. Thank you
@bushmaster29364 жыл бұрын
The rod goes to the governor, and it sounds like you need to replace your governor if the engine is running way too fast.
@bushmaster29364 жыл бұрын
See Taryl Fixes All for a how to video on the subject.
@abemarkillie17424 жыл бұрын
just got one today, and my engine is cracked right where you said
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Taryl has a fix for the crack
@lassiejr21153 жыл бұрын
Do you have a video on Carb adjustment on this Courage for surging, also its sucking all my fuel up from my fuel filter do you know the fix if that carb adjustment doesn't work ?
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
The only adjustment is a low mixture screw on the left side of the carb next to the flange. The only solution for surging is to drill out the Main Jet. Check out this video I found kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIXFm52KhdSriJY
@lassiejr21153 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair Ok I had checked out that video and my screw is different but i did adjust it counter clock wise > Thanks for your help >
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
@@lassiejr2115 Harbor Freight sells Thumb drills which work great for enlargening jet holes
@allenlupo522 жыл бұрын
Same motor have gas in crank case
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Probably leaking needle/seat
@cajun869 Жыл бұрын
What is the best weight oil to run in these motors? Thanks
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
I use a 10w-30 semi synthetic. Thanks for watching!
@Johnny53kgb-nsa Жыл бұрын
Does this engine have an idle adjustment screw? Thanks, John
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Yes, on the carb next to the throttle shaft
@KensSmallEngineRepair5 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmaoaGulnd-Le7s At 42 seconds you can see the bolts that have loosened and touch the flywheel. FYI
@indiancreek1570 Жыл бұрын
What cause’s gas in oil
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Leaking needle and seat in the carb
@Smalltechguy3 жыл бұрын
I just pulled the cover off of this 20hp Kohler and checked my bolts. I did have a leak on the bottom of the valve cover. Do you have any videos on checking the governor?? This engine is racing real quick from the start. I have tried to find a video which will probable be much better than a typed version.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Taryl has a good video on this. Check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4iYZZxoZ5ipmZo
@mikewillard34 Жыл бұрын
Mines about 10 years old. Still running strong. I probably wouldn't recommend the courage, but seems like i got lucky
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
As long as the cover bolts are loctited and you keep oil in it it should last
@mikewillard34 Жыл бұрын
No issues with the cover bolts. But the ones on the frame were coming loose. This motor is demanding, but because of that it's helped me learn a lot about working with my hands
@KensSmallEngineRepair Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@joelheffelfinger22533 жыл бұрын
How do you remove the carburetor or the solenoid
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Check out this video from our friend Bob kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2GsmaqurLucjas
@wildchild11613 жыл бұрын
I have one these , as soon as you turn it on it red lines . I opened it up and the governor gear was bad , replaced it but it still runs to fast and if you decrease the throttle the engine speed increases . lmao i have no idea what is happening now.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Is the throttle plate sticking? How did you initially adjust the governor linkage?
@homerosanchez2043 жыл бұрын
I put a new carburetor on a 20 hp Kohler Courage single piston and it is still surging. Help!
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Chinese carb?
@homerosanchez2043 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair thank you for replying. I would it yes because it was about 18 or $19 and that included shipping and it looks brand new. I remove the I guess it's called a pilot valve on the old one and I believe the new one probably has one as well and I was wondering if I open that up some would that have any effect on surging? Or maybe I need a valve adjustment. This is almost like throwing the dice
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Homero Sanchez I usually open those pilot jets from 0.013” to 0.018” with success.
@homerosanchez2043 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair thank you can I will try that
@albertmanzke4274 жыл бұрын
Hi, Why does my Kohler engine have a plastic carburetor mounting stud instead of a metal one ?
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Got a picture?
@albertmanzke4274 жыл бұрын
Hi Ken, You have a picture of the motor, If you take of the air cleaner cover you will see 2 carburetor mounting bolts, 1 is metal and 1 is plastic, why is the 1 plastic instead of metal?
@mkennedy14344 жыл бұрын
its not plastic, it is a oxide coated carriage bolt. The left bolt is a direct stud into the engine block the other is a carriage bolt that is held in place by the plastic shroud. The shroud is held in place by the engine stud and the carb grounding screw. IMO these engines are POS. This guy calls himself a small engine mechanic but needs a pic. Doesn't know if he can get a carb spring?
@mkennedy14344 жыл бұрын
A side note, these engines are so piss poorly designed they had to put a plastic insert into the intake chamber on the head to divert fuel properly. They also are prone to intake valve seat failure. IMO a huge failure on Kohlers behalf. This is the only kohler engine that I steer people away from. Stick with an Intek
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
albert manzke the reason I asked for a pic was that it didn’t make sense as I couldn’t see any plastic stud anywhere and wanted some clarification.
@user-yt8gp6ni7v2 жыл бұрын
Can you install a ks590 in place of a sv590?
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
It should. The 5400 series of engines replaced the Courage series
@willyck9483 жыл бұрын
Best tip avoid them buy a model 25 14-17hp briggs OHV😉
@andybub453 жыл бұрын
Lol no. Buy a Kawasaki. Briggs and Stratton is just as bad.
@nathanu.20612 жыл бұрын
@@andybub45 or a Honda lol there the best
@nathanu.20612 жыл бұрын
I had a 18hp ohv and beat that thing to death and it never didn’t start
@sideroad14 жыл бұрын
Where is the fuel pump located on this engine
@Seriouslydave4 жыл бұрын
gravity
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for replying
@jamesbuddy34853 жыл бұрын
hi ken have a 19hp seems to wants to run with the choke on . have any input to fix this issue thanks james
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Only with choke on?
@jamesbuddy34853 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair kohler 19 hp runs fine with choke spits and surges
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbuddy3485 have you cleaned the jet and emulsion tube?
@lilmason84324 жыл бұрын
Mine has 595.4 hours on it and it don’t leak at all
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Gaming with Mason I’ve seen it both ways, just as with cars, sometimes you get a lemon. Let’s see what you say at 1000 hours.
@lilmason84324 жыл бұрын
Kens Small Engines yea I’ll let you know at 1000 but so far it’s been reliable I’m a Briggs and Stratton man tho
@lilmason84324 жыл бұрын
Kens Small Engines btw thanks for the tips I’ll check the bolts every season
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Gaming with Mason probably the best engine ever built is the Briggs Quantum. You can beat the hell out of them and they’ll never break down unless you run out of oil
@xcgavin56583 жыл бұрын
Can you help me trouble shoot one not starting?
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
We will me live on Micks Mowers channel inn20 minutes. Put your question in the chat!
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXSaY31_aKqkZ7c
@xcgavin56583 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair is there any chance you could help me diagnose surging? I know I have to replace the valve cover gasket.
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Usually hunting is due to a lean condition. Has the carb been cleaned? Have you squirted WD40 around the carb base to make sure there isn’t a vacuum leak?
@xcgavin56583 жыл бұрын
@@KensSmallEngineRepair there could be a vacuum leak, the carb is new
@mikemoen11012 жыл бұрын
Here's a tip don't buy one
@KensSmallEngineRepair2 жыл бұрын
Replaced by the 5400 Series engine which seem to be holding up ok.
@kimberlystewart68943 жыл бұрын
Engine will not start
@KensSmallEngineRepair3 жыл бұрын
Need compression, fuel, and spark. Also the. Correct timing
@joelendsley54824 жыл бұрын
Can't control the speed on my motor runs fast
@niles0064 жыл бұрын
Most likely the governor. It’s a plastic gear inside the engine
@KensSmallEngineRepair4 жыл бұрын
Download the service manual free from Kohler engines. It will show the governor adjustment procedure. If still over-revving, the gear is toast
@JM-yx1lm3 жыл бұрын
@@niles006 no its most likely his governor mount screws have came loose and caused the slide to slide
@michaelfornell44675 ай бұрын
Worst engine kohler made.
@KensSmallEngineRepair5 ай бұрын
I thought so too until I worked on some of the later ones that had Loctite on the top cover bolts and the reinforced valve cover support and newer gasket that doesn’t leak. People that corrected these two faults can count on long lives for their courage engines. That and make sure there is oil in it lol. Thanks for watching
@MikeSmith-ve2qu4 жыл бұрын
They are shitty engines don't get me wrong they will last a bit but block cracks head gasket replacements .