[t2rocku]

Engine only runs full choke. I checked the needle valve and air filter.
I do not have much experience working on carburetors so any help would be appreciated .

Thank you

 

[Austen]

It sounds like one of the passage ways inside the carb is partially blocked. I would pull it and blow it all out.

 

[t2rocku]

where would the passages be located on the carb ???

 

[Austen]

They are located inside the carb itself. After you pull the carb off, blow some compressed air at the input (where the rubber line connects up) and it should hopefully clear out the system.

As mentioned in the other active Kohler thread, make sure to also check the fuel filter as it could be blocked and need to be replaced. A good way to check fuel flowage is to pull the line off comming from the carb, angle the hose into a gas can, turn on the fuel and you should have a steady flow of fuel come out.

 

[t2rocku]

I thank you. I will try it tomorrow . I really appreciate your time and info

 

[Mark / Ohio]

That carb might have the really small passages in the bolt that holds the float bowl on it. If so they might be partly obstructed.

You can get the service manual for your engine here:

Kohler Engines: Owners and Service Manuals: Manuals and Maintenance

They have a pretty good break down showing the carb and it's parts in them.