henryhpsd 124 #1 Posted October 20, 2017 (edited) Hello, Im going to pickup my 2nd Wheel horse From the looks of it, it has a kohler 341 engine, now i'm already familiar with the "Wheel horse" tractor and know where to look for issues (which is a 416-8) But i never had a Kohler engine before. Therefore if someone could be so kind...I could use some tips when i buy it next week.. What would be the "issues" to look for ? The hour meter says it has already about a 1000 hours on it, so it probably is up for a good inspection hihi. I could bring a compression test kit with me (guess anywhere near 100 psi would be good ?) and volt meter to see if it charges. Is there anything i could pay some attention too ? And is the engine actually a Kohler 341 ? ...could be mistaking hihi.. Thanks in advance ! Edited October 20, 2017 by henryhpsd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,468 #2 Posted October 20, 2017 In my opinion the cast iron Kohler single cylinder engines are rather bullet proof. If it sounds good and isn't smoking excessively you will get another 1,000 hours out of it with proper maintenance. 7 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,861 #3 Posted October 20, 2017 4 hours ago, henryhpsd said: And is the engine actually a Kohler 341 ? ...could be mistaking hihi.. Count the head bolts. K341 should have 10. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,435 #4 Posted October 20, 2017 Looks like a K341, count the head bolts looks like 10. As Dick said these motors are bullet proof, you will not be able to do a compression test you need to do a leakdown test as Kohlers have ACR 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
henryhpsd 124 #5 Posted October 20, 2017 (edited) Great ! Thanks for input..highly appreciated ! Sounds that model Kohler engine is one valued by the Wheel horse community, makes me happy ! Thanks again. Kind regards, Henry Edited October 20, 2017 by henryhpsd 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #6 Posted October 20, 2017 What model tractor is this ? Looks like a C-160 , which is highly sought after in the US... Sarge 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,861 #7 Posted October 20, 2017 From his first post, second line, he mentions a 416-8. I don't know if that is what this one is or not, but with the engine mounted directly to the frame, the battery mounted in the dash tower (which appears to be red at the bottom and black at the top), and round headlights in the hood, my guess is that it is a 300/400 series. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
henryhpsd 124 #8 Posted October 20, 2017 Its in a 416-8... Thanks for the intel about the c160, havnt seen one yet. Kind regards ! Henry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 208 #9 Posted October 21, 2017 Not a C-160, battery is in the wrong place. I count 10 head bolts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bds1984 1,382 #10 Posted October 21, 2017 I've had mine for over twenty years in a C165 and not a single issue to speak of. It has been the best single cylinder engine I've ever had and definitely underrated in power! I think you'll be hard pressed to find anyone to speak ill of a K341! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fordiesel69 199 #11 Posted October 23, 2017 It is a great engine, I have one in a c-160 hydro and used a 48" SD deck on it. That thing will go up hills at full speed and cut thick grass with just a slight bit of governor. Super powerful and sounds awsome. The 16HP is by far the coolest sounding K series. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
henryhpsd 124 #12 Posted November 3, 2017 (edited) Sadly... we didnt close the deal.. Offered him 700 euros for "it" and the attechment...the tractor was beyond "project", on picture it seemed relative oke but... Everything was bent and broken.... His hobby was "motorcross" and the wheelhorse was used for it ...tyres were not in a line..all bearings ..o well u get the picture... Im not happy...really looked forward for it... ill wait... Thanks for all help ! Edited November 3, 2017 by henryhpsd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites