D_Mac 8,610 #1 Posted June 2, 2023 Can anyone send me a few photos of the choke and throttle linkage off the carb? Was taken apart and can't figure it out. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ineedanother 1,369 #2 Posted June 2, 2023 (edited) @D_Mac The cables aren't attached but the linkages are still where they need to be. Edited June 2, 2023 by ineedanother 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,873 #3 Posted June 2, 2023 cables attached. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D_Mac 8,610 #4 Posted June 2, 2023 Think I got it figured out. Thanks for the help !! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,412 #5 Posted June 2, 2023 I have to get back to working on my '88 310-8 soon, this thread will help me a lot. Thanks for posting, gentlemen! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redav72 227 #6 Posted July 5, 2023 I’m in a similar situation but mine is missing the linkage assembly, anyone know where I can get one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D_Mac 8,610 #7 Posted July 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Redav72 said: I’m in a similar situation but mine is missing the linkage assembly, anyone know where I can get one? You can try A-Z. They are listed in the vendor section. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,620 #8 Posted July 6, 2023 @ D-MAC often refer to this ,https://www.grainger.com/product/45NA65?gucid=N:N:PS:Paid:GGL:CSM- super lube in small bottle local H/W store , have it in all my cables , linkage areas , done other things also to enhance / ease cable movement . check out the operational temp range . no cables dry , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Sheaffer 11 #9 Posted August 21 Does anyone have an adjustment procedure for this or a Youtube link to one? I noticed today the engine RPMs on my '86 310-8 seemed low. I checked it with a tach and found it was only 3100 RPM. The long spring on mine also seems to be way too long, so I'm assuming something slipped and is not pulling on the gov. arm properly. Many thinks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,994 #10 Posted August 21 8 hours ago, Jim Sheaffer said: Does anyone have an adjustment procedure for this or a Youtube link to one? I noticed today the engine RPMs on my '86 310-8 seemed low. I checked it with a tach and found it was only 3100 RPM. The long spring on mine also seems to be way too long, so I'm assuming something slipped and is not pulling on the gov. arm properly. Many thinks. With throttle lever on full and engine running, loosen the throttle cable clamp. Pull/slide the cable back out of the clamp until the RPMs are achieved and then tighten the clamp. Adjustments can also be made by changing the connection holes for the linkage. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldnboy 910 #11 Posted August 21 What adjustment is the slot used for ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldnboy 910 #12 Posted August 21 Would this way be considered backwards? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,412 #13 Posted August 21 This is a reply to @wallfish's post about an hour ago... Yep, except that if it's original the 1986 310-8 that @Jim Sheaffer has came with a Kohler 241 engine, different setup than what @Goldnboy is working with. The procedure for adjusting the maximum RPM on the 1986 is described in section 18 of the parts and service manual for that tractor, with one pretty important correction: the "clockwise/counterclockwise" instructions are backward. Check out this thread for details (that thread was started a long time ago, before some major changes to the forum, so there's some weird formatting and possibly missing comments there, but you'll get the idea): Kohler K241S Throttle/Governor Adjustments - Engines - RedSquare Wheel Horse Forum @Jim Sheaffer, you might want to start a separate thread, before we get too confused. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,620 #14 Posted August 21 @dmac note very light extension springs , on choke / throttle assist , also perforated go to spring pull point , very easy to add to any related screw point , also any movement point is PENETRATING OIL LUBRICATED , like 3-1 penetrating oil , verify its enhancement , that spring on throttle plate , first photo , is critical for fast starts , almost delicate in its function , yet makes a big improvement in starts .LOOK AT A FAILURE AS AN OPPORTUNITY , TO INCREMENTIALLY ELIMINATE IT , not a one and done , start / stop , easier / same ? make a change , all my cables , linkage points , slide with total ease . pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,994 #15 Posted August 21 7 hours ago, tunahead72 said: Yep, except that if it's original the 1986 310-8 that @Jim Sheaffer has came with a Kohler 241 engine Loosening the throttle cable retainer and sliding the cable back still applies and will increase the RPMs, just not the same set up as the Magnum pictured above. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Sheaffer 11 #16 Posted August 22 Finding this site, and especially this thread, has been most informative. The first and most important bit of knowledge I've acquired is that my 310-8 is obviously not an '86, as it has an M10 engine. Further research is required. Furthermore, my throttle cable sheath is fully retracted at its attachment point at the bell crank, and the long spring connecting the bell crank to the governor arm is jammed together, as if it were too long. The bell crank needs to be rotated almost it's entire distance and when it is, the spring is not stretched at all. Do I? A. Shorten the spring? B. adjust the governor arm? C. Back up and punt? Correct me if I'm wrong.....to adjust the governor arm, do I loosen the arm clamp and turn the governor shaft counter clockwise until it stops and retighten? You guys are fantastic for your willingness to assist. Thanks again!!!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick3478 428 #17 Posted August 22 On 8/21/2024 at 8:32 AM, Goldnboy said: Would this way be considered backwards? Choke rod is upside down. The right angle offset lets it tuck in behind the air filter without hitting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,620 #18 Posted August 23 @Rick3478 might get some , super lube on those movement areas , also noting the holes in the cable mount pull point ? added light extension springs from there to rectifier mount screws , perforated mounting point , lets the springs always assist to close cable movement , very simple add on to cable movement ease . also like 3/1 penetrating oil inside cable movement . lubrication and spring assisted movement , have that on my 3 kohler engines , just an idea, pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites