Engine leaking oil

[Rickcin]

The engine is leaking oil under the carb & muffler assembly and I cannot see where it is leaking from.

On the attached diagram, part # 92049B is called the oil seal.

I am thinking it is that ???

Also, I cannot see what that attaches to, do I need to remove the engine to replace that part ??

Thanks!

 

[Rickcin]

The oil seems to be leaking at the oil seal part# 92049c and there is a shaft passing through that seal,
does anyone know what that shaft is or operates ??

Thanks

 

[reynoldston]

Is that the engine you were talking about on your other trend. It looks like if its a kohler its not a courage so it would have hyd. valve lifters. As far as that seal goes it looks to me like the seal for the governor shaft. Once you take the governor apart it can be a job to reset it. This is a job for someone who know what they are doing. One thing you will need is a tachometer to reset it if you do it yourself.

 

[Rickcin]

Is that the engine you were talking about on your other trend. It looks like if its a kohler its not a courage so it would have hyd. valve lifters. As far as that seal goes it looks to me like the seal for the governor shaft. Once you take the governor apart it can be a job to reset it. This is a job for someone who know what they are doing. One thing you will need is a tachometer to reset it if you do it yourself.

Governor shaft is what you think it is ? The engine is a 15hp Kawasaki, FH45 1V BS04

I was hoping I could just replace the oil seal but from what you have stated, it is a job for an experienced technician because of the necessary adjustments. I guess you are sure about that rod that projects from the crankcase ?

Another question, is seems it only leaks oil when sitting, is that possible it leaks out only if the oil is slightly overfilled ?

Thanks - Rick

 

[Rivets]

Rickcin, I am confused. Is the oil leaking around #92049C or #92049B? if it is #92049C follow reynolds recommendation and take it to the shop. You may end up spending big bucks if you do it yourself. Just my recommendation.

 

[Rickcin]

Rickcin, I am confused. Is the oil leaking around #92049C or #92049B? if it is #92049C follow reynolds recommendation and take it to the shop. You may end up spending big bucks if you do it yourself. Just my recommendation.

Yes, the oil is leaking out of the seal part # 92049C. What if I make all of the parts before removing them so I re-assemble in the exact same location? The governor speed should then be the same ?

I have no way to get it to a shop, actually my neighbors mower who brought it to my house since his Dad, a landscaper, had passed away.

Suggestions rae greatly appreciated!

Thanks

 

[Rivets]

I would NOT attempt that unless I had a manual, a video camera, and 2-3 good friends. I have been doing this for 40 years and at times still go to the manual on some engines.

 

[reynoldston]

Governor adjustments can be very touchy. Make sure you have a tachometer and service manual if you do this job.

 

[Rickcin]

Governor adjustments can be very touchy. Make sure you have a tachometer and service manual if you do this job.

Is it possible it is leaking through the oil seal because the oil is slightly overfilled and when the crankcase heats up ( when Running) that it will not leak ?

 

[reynoldston]

I am going to say no on this. A seal is eather good or bad. A good seal or O ring will hold back oil. I have seen engines with pluged crankcase vents blow oil pass a seal. You might want to check that.