slim67 2,730 #1 Posted August 31, 2021 I know most of you prefer the big block kohlers but I saw this on FB and grabbed it pretty reasonable this evening. I wanted the pull start which I never see. I’m going to put it on something this winter provided I can get it running. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregor 4,838 #2 Posted August 31, 2021 Nice find. Very easy to start with the pull start, if you get 'er tuned. I think you have me beat by a horse. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,478 #3 Posted August 31, 2021 The serial number will tell you what year it was born. https://www.partstree.com/models/k181-30467-kohler-k-series-engine-made-for-atwater-strong-8hp-6kw/ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,730 #4 Posted August 31, 2021 55 minutes ago, Gregor said: Nice find. Very easy to start with the pull start, if you get 'er tuned. I think you have me beat by a horse. I hope so. So far a no spark and 60 lbs compression. I’m looking forward to winter.😀 30 minutes ago, gwest_ca said: The serial number will tell you what year it was born. https://www.partstree.com/models/k181-30467-kohler-k-series-engine-made-for-atwater-strong-8hp-6kw/ Thanks for the information, I’ll look tomorrow.👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 62,936 #5 Posted August 31, 2021 Nice find slim! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,730 #6 Posted September 1, 2021 7 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Nice find slim! Thanks Eric 👍🏻 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 10,665 #7 Posted September 1, 2021 Small block Kohlers can be tuned to run like a purring kitten. And they have awesome torque. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 62,936 #8 Posted September 1, 2021 4 hours ago, kpinnc said: Small block Kohlers can be tuned to run like a purring kitten. And they have awesome torque. Absolutely agreed. They sip fuel and pull very well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,730 #9 Posted September 1, 2021 I hope it can be saved. I’ve had a few over the years and they have their own sound. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fordiesel69 199 #10 Posted September 3, 2021 Love the 8HP with an 8 Speed. Really nice to operate. I have the 865 hydro and there is not much torque left over once the sundstrand steals its share. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
