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Old 05-12-2026, 06:23 PM
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Default K301 in model 123, need rear oil seal

My 123 developed an oil leak that appeard to be coming from behind the pulley that is driven by the starter/generator. I have taken everything apart so I could see the rear shaft coming out of the case. I believe I need P/N 4703207.
Can someone give me an idea of how that seal gets replaced now that I have access to it?


And, please suggest where I can order a good seal. (on edit..... is this it?? https://ccspecialties.org/pics/KH-X-...OIL%20SEAL.jpg)
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Run 3 short screws into the seal equally spaced and pry it out.
To install the new seal push a piece of pipe the same diameter as the outer edge of the seal work well, or gently tapping on the outer edge with a rubber mallet works. But be gently you don't want to warp the seal.

As for where to get a seal I can't help you there I use a local shop.
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Run 3 short screws into the seal equally spaced and pry it out.
To install the new seal push a piece of pipe the same diameter as the outer edge of the seal work well, or gently tapping on the outer edge with a rubber mallet works. But be gently you don't want to warp the seal.

As for where to get a seal I can't help you there I use a local shop.
Thank you for that.
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Yep…. I’d say that’s bad!
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Yep…. I’d say that’s bad!
I bet it could have gone longer LOL but its good you replaced it
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I bet it could have gone longer LOL but its good you replaced it
Well, 1966..... now it's 2026........ I'd say that's not too bad! (I don't know if any other engine work has been done other than me replacing a broken connecting rod a couple of years ago.)
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Here's something interesting I found. A NAPA part that is listed as a replacement for OEM 4703207, but in the specs it only lists the Kohler 10hp.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/SME7...id=SME4703207S

I'm going to check it out.......
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This seal turned out to be the Proline part. Of course, it works good. I have asked NAPA to get me 2 more for my shelf.

I also cleaned and repacked the PTO bearing. The 123 is now ready for the PTO to be installed.

Before that happens, I have ordered a new friction disc and an adjustment gauge for the PTO. Figured I would put this thing back together properly…..
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Well, my disc and gauge arrived today..... USPS came through nicely this time. Unfortunately, I won't be able to do anything with it until at least next Tuesday.
I have never adjusted the PTO assemby, but think I have plenty of information AND the gauge to get it done. Once I get it back together, I have another test to do: I'm going to try an A144 belt to see if it will drive the tiller ok. I really think it is asinine what the "correct" belt costs.... absolutely ridiculous. They build a very nice GT AND tiller, but insist on using a stupid-size belt, then charge a small fortune for it.

I hope it works.
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