Ashton1118 20 #1 Posted February 21, 2017 I need to rebuild a Kohler k161. I believe the bore is 2.870 which would be the smaller older engine. Is it possible to get a rebuild kit or do I need to bore it out to the newer bore (2.9370) and get a kit such as this one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/7hp-Kohler-K161-engine-rebuild-7hp-Kohler-Hard-to-find-parts-/380462503744 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #2 Posted February 21, 2017 Ashton, read the eBay ad above carefully because there is a lot of information in that ad to help you out. You will need to do some measuring to obtain the correct rebuild parts. Also, "search" info on this site as there is tons of helpful info right at your fingertips . 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,229 #3 Posted February 21, 2017 @prondzy or @Shynon can answer this question for you. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,612 #4 Posted February 21, 2017 Read this thread and you will learn the importance of having your engine components measured prior to buying any parts. Lots of kool tips too! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,867 #5 Posted February 22, 2017 Yes Ashton, you will need to properly measure the bore to figure out the correct size piston you have . IF and I mean IF you have measured and have the smaller bore k161 compare to the kohler manual. You will need to have the block machined and go to the std. Bore 7hp (the bigger bore 7hp) piston in the link you provided. But do your research and get the motor to a good machine shop and the money will be well spent. Thanks @stevasaurus for the tag and Ashton if you have any questiins PM me. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
