Horse46 513 #1 Posted June 27, 2015 How do I tell if my fuel pump is working?mine doesn't appear to be sucking any fuel when turning over the engine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #2 Posted June 27, 2015 If it is a mechanical pump say like on the Kohler series then disconnect the line to the carb and remove the screws holding the pump to the block.Pull the pump free of the block and actuate the pump lever. You should get fuel flow.If not then check to make sure fuel line to the pump is getting fuel.This is also a good way to get fuel to the carb after rebuilds and is easier to prime the carb than cranking with the sparkplug out.Luck,JAinVA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 513 #3 Posted June 27, 2015 Ok I forgot to say it's on a kohler, just acquired a 16hp C series. I will try what you suggest, thanks for the reply. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 513 #4 Posted June 27, 2015 ITS ALIVE I pulled the pump to find it was all a bit loose but operating fine. I put some fuel into the carb just to give it a chance and she fired right up.Is it me or does the 16hp sound a beast? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 991 #5 Posted June 27, 2015 ya the 16 is a beast,the mechanical pumps are known to loose prime and be hard starting,i use a spray bottle to prime the carb after sitting for long periods Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boovuc 1,090 #6 Posted June 28, 2015 OK. Here it comes............................................................................................Lets see the 16 horse single! (Best C Series Ever)! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 513 #7 Posted June 28, 2015 (edited) Ha ha of course you guys love the pictures. It's not much to look at, and not even sure of the future for the rest it yet. Sell or keep?Only one picture as I will probably start a new topic for my plan if I go ahead. Edited June 28, 2015 by Horse46 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
