LT155 w. Kohler 15.5 hp - Freaky Starting Question

[southfreedon]

I have seen more than one Kohler fuel pump loose prime after setting, The fuel will seep out and then the diaphragm seems to dry out and then won't pump fuel. If you can get fuel back into the pump then seem to work OK after that. Did one that way on a CH20 yesterday that had been setting for several months.

My plan is to install a fuel shut off between the filter & pump to keep the fuel from bleeding back.

 

[southfreedon]

My plan is to install a fuel shut off between the filter & pump to keep the fuel from bleeding back.

Installed fuel shut off but problem wasn't solved. Suggestions please?!?!?!

 

[RDA.Lawns]

Buy a pump. They aren't that expensive.