reptilebird 0 #1 Posted January 17, 2010 I need to find rebuild parts for a kohler 8 h.p. motor model k181s spec:30108a. I am new at this so i need some help thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #2 Posted January 17, 2010 :thumbs: Your local Kohler dealer would be a start. If there isn't one close by, look on eBay or the internet in general for rebuild kits or individual pieces. A lot of parts are available through aftermarket suppliers, but be forewarned -- you get what you pay for. Most outdoor power equipment dealers can usually help you with parts, supplies, and tools, along with recommending places to have machine work done if needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 16,241 #3 Posted January 17, 2010 :banghead: Welcome aboard. Glad you joined. Let us know where you are located. I agree with "TT". Many sources for Kohler parts and kits. Check eBay, but be sure you are getting genuine Kohler parts. Some of the aftermarket stuff now is coming from China. May work now, but in the long haul you will wish you had used the better stuff. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 723 #4 Posted January 17, 2010 :thumbs: www.opeengines.com has original Kohler parts usually in stock for K-Series motors. Keep in mind original Kohler parts are more expensive than Cheena parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 73 #5 Posted January 17, 2010 Hello and Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,188 #6 Posted January 17, 2010 My advice is too use Kohler parts in your American made motor. As noted, you get what you pay for. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,694 #7 Posted January 17, 2010 Hi and I bought parts for the 8hp I rebuilt from e-bay,ope engine's and my local kohler dealer If you know the part number's you need somtime's you can get a good deal on e-bay for NOS parts :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #8 Posted January 17, 2010 You can look up part numbers for your engine on the Kohler site. Go to: http://www.kohlerplus.com/login.asp Enter as Guest. Scroll down and click on "K series K91-662". Click on "K181". Go to page 13 of 52 to get to your spec number 30108. Then you can look up the numbers you need. Once you know what part numbers you need you can start shopping. Good luck. In case you don't have an engine manual, here it is: http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_2379.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d180man 5 #9 Posted January 18, 2010 Hi and if you need some part my brother sales oem and aftermarket fill free to pm or email or call 1-217-272-4090 m-sat 10-6 good luck on it ! :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chazm 413 #10 Posted January 18, 2010 Hello & :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #11 Posted January 22, 2010 Many napas stock or can next day order Kohler OEM gaskets etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites