Carb rebuild kit for M 147 H

[terryflohr]

I'm just beginning to feel like working on this project again. Had back surgery two weeks ago and even though I'm in pain from the surgery the results are positive. So I worked on my 147 H today. Installed a starter switch. The key won't engage the starter. No big deal. It worked. After I got the motor running I noticed a huge leak from the carb. Tightened the bowl and and it still leaks. The bowl gasket is shot. I think I need to rebuild this carb. The carb itself has the raised letter/numbers and is a model C-275369. Where would you recommend a good source to buy a quality carb kit? Do I use the carb numbers or should I use the engine model number to get the correct carb kit? The engine is a Kohler K-321, 16 HP. I appreciate you assistance.

 

[mgonitzke]

Carb kit is KH-25-757-01. Available many places.

The Cub Cadet parts lookup is a good place to get part numbers for the parts that are not specific to the trencher: Replacement Parts & Service | Cub Cadet US

 

[kweimann]

FYI a K321 is 14 hp, hence the model number 147 denotes 14 hp, hydrostatic trans

 

[terryflohr]

FYI a K321 is 14 hp, hence the model number 147 denotes 14 hp, hydrostatic trans

Right.. I knew that. But thank you for pointing it out. Too many pain pills and muscle relaxants.

 

[terryflohr]

Carb kit is KH-25-757-01. Available many places.

The Cub Cadet parts lookup is a good place to get part numbers for the parts that are not specific to the trencher: Replacement Parts & Service | Cub Cadet US

Thank you for the information. I opened the carb up this morning and the float is full of gas. Located the hole and will solder it once all the gas has dripped out. But it still needs a kit so I'll order one from the site you suggested. Thank you again.

 

[terryflohr]

Carb kit is KH-25-757-01. Available many places.

The Cub Cadet parts lookup is a good place to get part numbers for the parts that are not specific to the trencher: Replacement Parts & Service | Cub Cadet US

Carb kit is KH-25-757-01. Available many places.

The Cub Cadet parts lookup is a good place to get part numbers for the parts that are not specific to the trencher: Replacement Parts & Service | Cub Cadet US

Looks like that part number won't fit the K321- However KH-25-757-02 will fit. Will order it today.

 

[terryflohr]

What is the best way to get gas out of a carb float? Other than matches or a torch..

 

[dschwandt]

Order a new float when you order the carb kit from Charlie.. CCS
Not that expensive and will ship in the same box as the kit w/no additional postage.

 

[terryflohr]

Order a new float when you order the carb kit from Charlie.. CCS
Not that expensive and will ship in the same box as the kit w/no additional postage.

Excellent. TY.

 

[terryflohr]

Unless I'm missing it I don't see a float for the K321 carb on the CCS website.

 

[dschwandt]

It's there, about 3/4's of the way down under "fuel & tune up
For some reason the 147is missing but I'm sure it's the same float.

​	Kohler Brass Carb Float kit W/Gasket PN/ IH-385485-R91, IH-107178-C1 KH-200408 USE KH-25-757-03-S Fits 70, 71, 72, 73, 86, 100, 102, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 149 169, 418, 680, 682, 782, 784, 800, 1000

 

[terryflohr]

It's there, about 3/4's of the way down under "fuel & tune up
For some reason the 147is missing but I'm sure it's the same float.

​	Kohler Brass Carb Float kit W/Gasket PN/ IH-385485-R91, IH-107178-C1 KH-200408 USE KH-25-757-03-S Fits 70, 71, 72, 73, 86, 100, 102, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 149 169, 418, 680, 682, 782, 784, 800, 1000

Thank you for that information. I had the hardest time locating it until I looked under the "fuel & Tune up" section. Seems like it would be listed under the carburetor section. And they appear to be closed through Nov 13th. I'll check with my local small engine repair and see if they have the kit and float. Thanks again for your help. I appreciate it very much.

 

[terryflohr]

I'm just beginning to feel like working on this project again. Had back surgery two weeks ago and even though I'm in pain from the surgery the results are positive. So I worked on my 147 H today. Installed a starter switch. The key won't engage the starter. No big deal. It worked. After I got the motor running I noticed a huge leak from the carb. Tightened the bowl and and it still leaks. The bowl gasket is shot. I think I need to rebuild this carb. The carb itself has the raised letter/numbers and is a model C-275369. Where would you recommend a good source to buy a quality carb kit? Do I use the carb numbers or should I use the engine model number to get the correct carb kit? The engine is a Kohler K-321, 16 HP. I appreciate you assistance.

I was able to solder the hole and a couple of other areas that were suspicious and then filed them smooth. I'll keep it under water over night and see if I sealed the leak.

 

[HKCooper44]

I was able to solder the hole and a couple of other areas that were suspicious and then filed them smooth. I'll keep it under water over night and see if I sealed the leak.

Just submerge the float in a teacup of very hot water. If there is still a leak, you will see bubbles immediately.

 

[mgonitzke]

Looks like that part number won't fit the K321- However KH-25-757-02 will fit. Will order it today.

Yes it will. The -01 is straight out of the Cub Cadet parts lookup website link I posted.

 

[terryflohr]

Just submerge the float in a teacup of very hot water. If there is still a leak, you will see bubbles immediately.

No bubbles and after sitting overnight under water I'm happy to report that it does not have a leak.