Breather assembly
 

I started to put the breather together on my k241 that I am rebuilding. The seal that was provided with the rebuild kit was considerably longer and harder than the original seal, and did not seem to compress any. Also the kohler manual shows a baffle that goes between the breather plate and the vent cover. I dont seem to have this piece. The filter element fits snuggely when placed vertically, but does not cover the baffle holes unless placed horizontally. Without pulling another breather apart, can you guys comment on the baffle and filter placement?

Try downloading the service manual. On page page 12-17, diagram 12-46. Show's parts and installation.



http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinec...df/tp_2379.pdf

This should help....

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w...ps1a6d183a.jpg

Ya, that is the same schematic that is in my Kohler manual. My breather plate "H" actually has a baffle on the back side of it, towards the valves, but no loose baffle to put between "H" and "B1".

The above, is the correct parts listing for the Cub Cadet version of a K241 - Spec 46179

Sounds like I'm gonna have to come up with some parts from one of my spare blocks. Thanks for the info.

Well I found a baffle in a parts engine and Im putting it together as the manual shows. Howeve, I have attached a few photos of the breather plate that has the baffle spot welded onto the back side, rather than being a separate piece as the manual shows. So I will end up with two baffles plates, which won't hurt anything as far as I can tell. Just thought it was interesting. Thanks for the help.