Recent content by Steve G

Btw, found broken wire on leads to lights, so hopefully that explains things.

Beats me on the lights. Wire is in the bundle, but no love. Probably the Simplicity unit the engine is spec'ed for doesn't have light control on the key switch. I'll piddle with that along the way. Picked up the engine from equipatron for $2,070.00. Tried ordering it elsewhere prior to that...

I thought I might share some info from my recent experience re-powering a CC 2185, as it might be of use to someone down the road. The original engine was a Kohler CH18S-62588. I contacted Kohler tech support, and they replied with a list of compatible model and spec engines for the 2185...

In fact I have one of those cheap after-market carbs I picked up a couple of years ago so I could keep mowing while I rebuilt the OEM one. Going to pop that on maybe tomorrow and see what effect it has. I don't see a fuel filter on this "new" machine. Hopefully one is tucked down behind the...

OPE out of stock. Awaiting replies from others. On the up side, this was listed today, about five miles from me. I bought it for $450. A 2185, same model as mine. Same engine, sans the smoke and oil guzzling. Engine surges, probably carb. and I have an extra, and needs a new...

I emailed Kohler last night and had a reply this morning. Senior tech entered my model and spec and generated spreadsheet with compatible replacements. Only one is active, the CH640-3126. Great stuff and thanks again. Now, who to order from? Experiences appreciated. OPE has that engine...

Thanks Randy. Helpful info.

Appreciate that prompt response, Rous. Wrote that initial post in a hurry. Obviously the intake manifold not an issue, but the placement of the exhaust ports would be. I realize wiring harness would presumably be different. That can be overcome. I assume the exhaust port, shaft location...

Hello to all. Looks like I may have to re-power (or punt) my CC 2185. The engine is a Kohler CH18S spec 62588. If I can get hold of another CH18S, but it's a different spec, what problems am I likely to run into? Are the shaft placements, and intake and exhaust manifolds for example in the...

Appreciate the input. Faint smell of gas in oil. No indications of rich mix or unburned gas. No black smoke at all. Have had carb float issue you mentioned in the past. Not that. Agree there must be elevated crankcase pressure to have oil being pushed into the combustion chamber. Haven't...

Also, any ideas on what the source of the oil might be? I thought about the fuel pump (mechanical), as a membrane separates the fuel from oil in the valve cover. All I can think of. Fuel flow is fine however. If I have to re-power, wanted to ask has anyone here repowered a cub cadet 2185 /...

Well, I had both head gaskets replaced, all valves lapped and new valve seals installed, and replaced breather reed and gasket. Pistons and bores looked good except for carbon build-up as expected. Seemed to be all set, until I got the deck back on and mowed. After about 5-10 minutes, started...

I ordered the specified gasket kit (OEM) for the 18HP (24-841-01-S) and it's on the way. Guess I need to stick with that, and hopefully Kohler has improved those significantly over time. Just hoping to avoid future blown gaskets best I can, on an engine known for blowing gaskets. Wish they made...

I ordered the specified gasket kit for the 18HP (24-841-01-S) and it's on the way. Guess I need to stick with that, and hopefully those have improved over time. I gather you are saying the new design would not work on the 18HP. Just hoping I might be able to avoid future blown gaskets best I...

I ordered gaskets kits today. Unfortunately, the new-design beefed up gasket (24 841-04-S) apparently is intended to fit only the 25HP and larger commands. No beefier gasket available for the CH-18S. Have any of you tried using the new-design gasket on a CH-18 (or a CV-18) Command? Looks like...