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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle.Hadnt really considered coil(s) as they're "firing". But I've never seen any this complicated so I'll look into. I can't stand Kohler...
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Jjpilk99 reacted to Alan W.'s post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle with
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Have you checked that your coils are working good. Those motors went through three different coil designs before finally going back to a... -
Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle.It may indeed have some jealously - that JD is a beast. IMHO they cut grass better than other other 'homeowner' grade mower(s). Carb...
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Jjpilk99 reacted to tomplum's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle with Good Post.
Are sure that it isn't jealous of the Deere you've got it sitting next to? ;) Did your new carb come with a pin(s) in a bag w/...
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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle.Hi RayIN, just to make sure ( I use Seafoam alot - and I think it's 2oz/5 gallons of gas): You really mean a 1/2 a can? I guess the...
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Jjpilk99 reacted to RayIN's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle with Good Post.
I agree. An unloaded engine might run great at WOT, put it under load and it might run hot, surge, or require frequent plug replacement...
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Jjpilk99 reacted to pmsmechanic's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle with Good Post.
To me it sounds like it's running a bit lean. It's not getting enough gas. I would try mowing with it. As the governor opens up the...
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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle.Yes, it does smooth out with a little choke. Haven't put deck on to mow lawn yet....
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Jjpilk99 reacted to pmsmechanic's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle with Good Post.
Does it smooth out if you apply a little choke? Does it run smooth while mowing the lawn?
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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle.
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Jjpilk99 posted the thread Kohler 26hp twin surging at high throttle, okay at medium to 70% throttle in Lawn & Garden Equipment.I have a new OEM carb on here and all linkages are setup correctly. Assuming I may have a governor issue but figured I'd ask to see if...
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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin on Craftsman riding mower - oily carb???.Quick update: I removed the breather tube and it's clean with no noticeable cracks or any damage. Other than a little normal...
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Jjpilk99 reacted to RandyT's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin on Craftsman riding mower - oily carb??? with Good Post.
My thoughts were either an overoiled air filter wrap, or something in that area that is seeping oil, and then getting blown around by...
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Jjpilk99 replied to the thread Kohler 26hp twin on Craftsman riding mower - oily carb???.No, the filter is just clean foam rubber.
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Jjpilk99 reacted to hodge's post in the thread Kohler 26hp twin on Craftsman riding mower - oily carb??? with Good Post.
Has the air filter been oiled? Perhaps it's residue.