murph 5 #1 Posted April 24, 2016 hey guy's new to this site,need to replace the starter on my 314-8 with kohler mag 14.Do I have to remove oil fill tube? If so how.thanks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grinchsr 642 #2 Posted April 24, 2016 Yes you do. You will find 3 slotted machine screws on the bottom of the tube holding it to the block. Taking off the belt guard will be helpful and no you do not need to drain the oil. You may want to replace the gasket when you install it. Welcome to Red Square 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murph 5 #5 Posted April 24, 2016 Great picture,BIG help,thank you,.What would be a good source to get part # for gasket. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grinchsr 642 #6 Posted April 24, 2016 Kohler part number 237064. Got mine on Ebay 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,520 #7 Posted April 24, 2016 Use Threadlocker Blue when you put the oil fill tube back on the block. I once picked up a 14 hp Mag, coated with oil. Three new screws and a new gasket. PO thought the block was cracked, gave me the engine. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #8 Posted April 24, 2016 Glad to have you here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #9 Posted April 25, 2016 not sure if you r aware but the starter will fall apart when you remove it from the tractor if your not careful,the machine screws that bolt *** to the motor hold it together as well,just a heads up incase you didn't know 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 57,969 #10 Posted April 25, 2016 12 hours ago, murph said: would be a good source to get part # for gasket. The filler tube fitting could be sealed using some silicone gasket material, just clean both surfaces well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murph 5 #11 Posted April 25, 2016 Thanks for the help guys,job went well 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
