Remove a Kohler horizontal engine 18hp

[Big Bear]

Just recently I bought a cub 1862, not running. I probably paid more than it’s worth, but I know how hard it is to even get a cub you’re looking for. So the price wasn't a factor. All the wires that I can reach look good, but I cleaned them up anyway. I think the problem is way down yonder on the flywheel. It seems like either the ignition modulator lost its air gap, or the unit is defective. I don’t know if the stator is bad. Someone told me that there are two modulators, but the manual shows only one for this type Kohler horizontal engine 18 hp engine. Does anyone know how to remove this engine? Can I use a floor jack, or use a hoist, and where are the bolts etc. Thanks

[David a Calkins]

i think i would use a chain fall or a come along ,and come from the top

[Vince_o]

Heres how we do it. I have my chain fall on a slide for a barn door, really handy as you can see for all sorts of stuff.

[Big Bear]

Thanks guys. Pictures are great..
Question..I am not an engineer but I am a carpenter. Have not tried the hoist set up in a shed. I wouldn't know weather this would work..
I thought about a chain hoist or motorize cable of some sort.
I was wondering if I slapped (3) 2x8s together in my 12x16 shed and hooked the hoist purchased from harbor freight up there in the middle of the shed or near the double doors. Would this set up work? Of course I would add extra studs beneath the the beam at the wall studs. The span needs to be 12 feet across. My question is would this be safe? The only weight on this set up might be lifting either end of the tractor up, pulling any heavy piece an engine, trans axle, etc. I will probably be able to drive my ranger in there to work on it, but I don't plan on removing the ranger engine any time soon. Huh yeah, This is a gambrel roof, so I can store a lot of junk up there.
This set up would be strictly for tractors or comparable sizes. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Big Bear

[ol'George]

Originally Posted by Big Bear

Thanks guys. Pictures are great..
Question..I am not an engineer but I am a carpenter. Have not tried the hoist set up in a shed. I wouldn't know weather this would work..
I thought about a chain hoist or motorize cable of some sort.
I was wondering if I slapped (3) 2x8s together in my 12x16 shed and hooked the hoist purchased from harbor freight up there in the middle of the shed or near the double doors. Would this set up work? Of course I would add extra studs beneath the the beam at the wall studs. The span needs to be 12 feet across. My question is would this be safe? The only weight on this set up might be lifting either end of the tractor up, pulling any heavy piece an engine, trans axle, etc. I will probably be able to drive my ranger in there to work on it, but I don't plan on removing the ranger engine any time soon. Huh yeah, This is a gambrel roof, so I can store a lot of junk up there.
This set up would be strictly for tractors or comparable sizes. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Big Bear

These are not a big block Chevy, I'm well along in years and I just pick it up with with my hands.
Yea they are heavy, and I don't carry it far, just enough to set it down on the floor along side of the tractor.
It is much easier to use a lifting device but lacking that, do what you have too.
If you have a friend help, it is a piece of apple pie.
Remove the muffler with the exhaust manifolds and it is a nice compact package.
I find it easier to remove it with the mounting plate, sliding it on the frame a bit
to allow it clearance to come up/out.

[Big Bear]

Old George, what type of lifting device are you referring too, a floor jack, a transmission jack, an air bag? I would rather use a floor jack than a transmission jack, although I would not use it for truck tranny because its unstable wobble. About how heavy is the 18 hp. engine out of 1862 cub?
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[Darrell]

I have pulled several of these engines just picking them up and they really are not that heavy , most everything is aluminum. Although in my older age , i think i will not try that anymore.

If you have medical problems lifting anything , a chain hoist or come along around a rafter will work.

One 2x8 will be more than enough to hold this engine. I use a chain hoist around a 2x4 to lift the cast iron K Series Kohlers , and they are HEAVY.

[4SPEED]

just go all out and install a overhead crane system

[ol'George]

Originally Posted by Big Bear

Old George, what type of lifting device are you referring too, a floor jack, a transmission jack, an air bag? I would rather use a floor jack than a transmission jack, although I would not use it for truck tranny because its unstable wobble. About how heavy is the 18 hp. engine out of 1862 cub?
http://onlycubcadets.net/forum/image...ies/BangPC.gif

A come-a-long, chainfall, engine crane, loader buckett ,or anything else that will lift the weight.
they can't weigh more than two bales of hay or a couple of bags of feed or cement.

[Big Bear]

Thanks Darrel, Ol' George
I guess your set up is more a kin to Bethlehem Steel overhead crane,(almost).
I think I will try and see if i can lift the 18 hp engine out myself, if not I will call in the troops, (sons). I still may install at least (3) 2x8s for a beam just in case I need to lift something heavy later. Since my shed is a gambrel roof, plendy of storage I need a ladder at one end where the opening is. That's probably the best spot. Maybe hook up a com along up there standing on a ladder. And maybe I might get lucky and find a chain fall instead.