QuestionHi John... I have a Kohler K181 spec 30582D that I just rebuilt w/a short block. When the engine is running the starter motor "kicks" into the flywheel and actually broke a tooth on the starter. Any idea on what is causing this and how I can stop it. I have an extra starter but would rather not wreck one. Thanks in advance for your help!
AnswerHello Greg:
>>1- >>Is the Coil Gapped Correctly?
>>***Anytime a Magnet that is Set to the Correct Distance from the Armature/Ign Coil Pickups, the Armature/Ign Coil will Fire the Plug if it is Good. The Armature/Ign Coil Gap should be .020in between the Flywheel and the Armature/Ign Coil Pickups. You can Use a Side Panel from a Drink Carton (Mt Dew, Pepsi, ect) and Place it Between the Flywheel and the Armature/Ign Coil. Allow the Magnets on the Flywheel to Pull the Armature/Ign Coil Together and then Tighten the Armature/Ign Coil Bolts. Carefully Turn the Engine while Pulling the Cardboard Out from between the Armature/Ign Coil Pickups. The Armature/Ign Coil is Now Properly Set.***
>>2- >>Check the Flywheel Key. Did you Torque the Flywheel to the Correct Specifications?
>>From your Description it Sounds like the Coil May be Set Incorrectly or the Flywheel Key is Damaged and Requires Replacing.
>>3- >>You can Locate the Correct Specification for this Engine at this Site Addy; http://outdoorpowerinfo.com/engine_specs/ and Select your Engines OEM and the Specification Chart you Require.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
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John
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John
