Svictor618 1 #1 Posted September 8, 2016 Starting problems, runs fine after start up. Got bad enough now that I have to pressurize fuel tank to get her to fire any ideas? . .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,528 #2 Posted September 8, 2016 (edited) I had that problem with my 312-8. I replaced the manual fuel pump with an electric fuel pump. ( 1 to 3 PSI ) Turn the key to on position let the fuel pump run a few seconds to push the fuel to the carb and then turn key to start and it fires right up. Hope this helps. I see this is your first post so Edited September 8, 2016 by JC 1965 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,881 #3 Posted September 8, 2016 TO JC gave you good advice, you could rebuild or replace the Kohler fuel pump, but an electric pump will cost less and works fine. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,954 #4 Posted September 8, 2016 (edited) Weak fuel pump. Edited September 8, 2016 by AMC RULES 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 2,641 #5 Posted September 8, 2016 Hello and I would start with the fuel pump as well and install an in line fuel filter if it doesn't already have one. Enjoy the forum. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Svictor618 1 #6 Posted September 8, 2016 Thanks everyone I'm gonna get one coming any ideas on how I should wire it up I've got two spots on fuse block Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,164 #7 Posted September 9, 2016 If your 314 has a Magnum engine try the Acc terminal of the switch, Just remember to turn the key to on for a few seconds to fill the bowl. When you are cranking the acc terminal is not activated. If you have a battery/point ignition you can use the Ign terminal on the switch 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
