Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Kohler, spec numbers, model numbers

Question
I can't get my Kohler to run.Tore it down,rebuilt.Once in a while it'll fart out of the carb.Has spark,gas.I can't get the timing set like the book says.At the "s" mark the points should start to open.They start to open at tdc.Took it out and tore it down again to make sure the timing marks were  aligned or the crank and cam.I believe it's from the late 50' or early 60's.Spec #30108A , serial # 796926 , Model K181S.Any help would be appreciated.Thanks,Joe...

Answer
Hello Joe:

Did you De-Glaze the Cylinder? If Not, then the Engine Does Not have Enough Compression to Start. Disassemble the Engine and De-Glaze the Cylinder. Is the Flywheel Key Damaged? Is the Point Set Gapped to .020in? You can View a Breakdown of the Engine at this Site Addy; http://www.kohlerplus.com/login.asp and Select Enter as Guest. *You May have to Download the Viewing Components Offered at this Site.* No Worries. The Components will Not Harm your PC. This is an ActiveX Control. Now Select the Thumbnail of the Catalog you Wish to View. Now Enter the Model Numbers (K181-30108) in the Search Box at the Right of the Page. The Service Manual is TP-2379 and has a Breakdown/IPL in this Manual. If you Wish you May find a Breakdown at this Site Addy Also; You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM and Enter the Model and Spec Numbers. Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View. 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. Thanks.

Good Luck

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John

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John