Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): OIL BLOWING OUT THE EXHAUST?s, craftsman model, crankcase breather

Question
Hi John, I have a Craftsman Model 917 272246 it has a Kohler Model CV624S Engine. It is blowing oil out of the exhaust, and of course it is using oil and it is smoking a lot.

I am thinking that there might either be a blocked breather hose or a cracked ring on the piston.

I appreciate any help that you can give me. Thank you in advance.

Best regards,

Scott

Answer
Hello Scott:

>>Check the Crankcase Breather First.
>>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 (Kohler) and Enter the Model and Spec Numbers (CV624S). Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View.
>>This Engine has a Separator (#8) that May be Restricted and Requires Replacing.
>>Please, Do Not Hesitate, If you Hit a Snag, if I Missed Something 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

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John