Gravely 526... Need help adjusting carb

[Bassman07]

I need help adjusting carb. I've got it slightly out of adjustment.

 

[oliver28472]

Do you know what kind of engine it has? Kohler maybe?

 

[DJ54]

It should have the K181 series Kohler. The Main should be 2 turns off the seat, and the idle 1-1/4 turns off the seat, for the initial settings. You may need to do some slight tweeking once you get it running.

I just got my old 856 Wheel Horse running, with a K181. I did tear the carb down for a clean-up. One thing I noticed was the bottom (just before the taper on the end) crossed drilled hole in the main jet was clogged. A fine strand of copper wire out of automotive type wire, plus some carb cleaner cleaned it nicely.

This tractor hasn't been run for 6-8 years, but I do remember the last time it ran, it had a tendency to surge. So you may want to back that Main jet out, and check it.

Here is a link to the Kohler site, and an online service manual for several models, including the K181. http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_2379.pdf

Scroll down to page/section 6.4 to see carb settings.

LOVE these little engines..!!

Hope this helps..!!

 

[Bassman07]

:thumbsup:Thanks Dj54.... I'll try it. I'll have my phone with me down there in the garden that's 1/2 mile away but not good reception. If I get hung up, I may need some more support.

And yes, it is a Kohler motor.

Thanks again,

Danny