Ed Kennell 38,178 #26 Posted September 29, 2016 Yeah, I'll definitely have the seat harness cinched down Dick. That brings up a question though....how is the hi/lo lever attached. I was thinking about taking it off and shortening the vertical sleeve, but I don't see any set screws. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #27 Posted September 29, 2016 Lookin good. Let's call it, "Eds lead sled" . Glenn 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #28 Posted September 29, 2016 9 hours ago, Ed Kennell said: Yeah, I'll definitely have the seat harness cinched down Dick. That brings up a question though....how is the hi/lo lever attached. I was thinking about taking it off and shortening the vertical sleeve, but I don't see any set screws. I think its a roll pin... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #29 Posted September 29, 2016 I'll have to look again., but if it's a pin, I probably won't try to change it and create a bigger problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,820 #30 Posted September 29, 2016 Nice work Ed, on that carb is that the same one for 241's & 301's?? For that kind of money I'm thinkin a guy should have one on the shelf for a spare?? Do/Can they use all the linkage & gas connections? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #31 Posted September 29, 2016 Thanks Jim, I think the 301, 321 and 341 are the same, but the 181 and 241 use a smaller carb. Mine came with a 5/16 barbed fitting for the fuel, but it is metal and threaded, so it can be changed. The throttle linkage rod was included and a perfect match. The choke lever was to the rear of the choke shaft which not correct for WH. But not much of a problem to change. I understand they can be bought either way If you look closely at the choke design. I really didn't care for my rat rod and the way this 321 starts, I haven't had to use the choke. At $34.99 and free shipping, I'll never bother to clean or rebuild a Walbro. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,820 #32 Posted September 29, 2016 1 minute ago, Ed Kennell said: I'll never bother to clean or rebuild a Walbro Agreed Ed ...understanding these are Chinese knockoffs but work fairly well. My quick research just found out they are different for the 241/301 and larger 14/16 HP, how they are different . Sorry for going off on carb issues on yer thread ...can you guess what my current Kohler problems are? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #33 Posted September 29, 2016 The way these Kohlers run with some hand sprayed fuel, I'm starting to think FUEL INJECTION. An electric pump, an adjustable needle jet valve that is cable controlled .........one more project. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,820 #34 Posted September 29, 2016 That what made me think of the carb thing, last nite for me I 16 hours ago, Ed Kennell said: finally got fire and got it running by hand feeding fuel in the carb. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #35 Posted September 29, 2016 1 hour ago, Ed Kennell said: The way these Kohlers run with some hand sprayed fuel, I'm starting to think FUEL INJECTION. An electric pump, an adjustable needle jet valve that is cable controlled .........one more project. I have wanted to do it forever, but I have never had the capability for making what the kit needed (or the money to pay for the custom stuff) http://www.ecotrons.com/products/small_engine_fuel_injection_kit/ You could probably increase the fuel efficiency of the Kohlers by 50% at least.... Then you could add a turbo: http://www.ecotrons.com/products/small_engine_rhb31_vz21_turbocharger/ You, on the other hand could handle any custom fab stuff needed 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #36 Posted September 30, 2016 9 hours ago, bmsgaffer said: I have wanted to do it forever, but I have never had the capability for making what the kit needed (or the money to pay for the custom stuff) http://www.ecotrons.com/products/small_engine_fuel_injection_kit/ $700 That would definitely make an interesting mod 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #37 Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) Well, I made enough progress to warrant a few pic. I cut the bends off the 105 rocker plate to make a solid engine mounting plate for the 321. I had to shim the plate up 1/2" to get the dropped pan to clear the steering rod extension tube. Got the steering geometry worked out and the engine installed. And got some painting finished. Still have to work out the clutch and throttle linkage. and a lot of body work on the hood and seat/fender pan. Got the snow movers ready and snapped a pic for size reference. Edited October 25, 2016 by Ed Kennell 13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #38 Posted October 25, 2016 THAT IS SICK! in a good way. Looks very clean Ed. Can't wait to see more. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,570 #39 Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) On September 28, 2016 at 6:45 PM, Ed Kennell said: I had bought a non runner C-105 a few weeks ago just for the 8 speed for the LRer. It actually had a K321AS transplanted that the PO said hadn't run for years. After chasing grounds or lack of grounds for quite a while, I finally got fire and got it running by hand feeding fuel in the carb. While I am glad to see a C-105 Black Hood gave it's life for a fellow WH, very typical of the breed I might add, my C-105 grieves for it's lost cousin... VERY nice build, by the way... Edited October 25, 2016 by SylvanLakeWH 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,249 #40 Posted October 25, 2016 10 minutes ago, SylvanLakeWH said: C-105 Black Hood gave it's life for a fellow WH, very typical of the breed I might add, my C-105 grieves for it's lost cousin... Think of it as having been an organ donor for other deserving projects. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #41 Posted October 26, 2016 (edited) Edited October 26, 2016 by Ed Kennell 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #42 Posted November 17, 2016 Some progress on the clutch assembly. I wanted hand and foot control. Still need to tie the brake into the clutch linkage. Had to add a second idler to make it work in the confined space. Next is the belt guard and foot pedal throttle linkage. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,820 #43 Posted November 18, 2016 Looking good Ed...'fish @wallfish has got nothing on you as far as fab skills! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #44 Posted November 18, 2016 Sorry, I have to disagree with you Jim. I know I am a hacker and would never pretend to be in the same skill level as John and many others on this forum. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseHead1089 100 #45 Posted November 18, 2016 Nice work! We seem to have 2 themes for the customs, hot rods and 4x4s! I might have to do one after my 4x4... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #46 Posted November 18, 2016 Ed, don't put yourself down, I love a good hack job. I am a ham n Egger myself. Lol That is turning out really nice. I give you plenty of credit on your kennell creation. Glenn 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #47 Posted November 19, 2016 On 11/17/2016 at 8:38 PM, Ed Kennell said: Sorry, I have to disagree with you Jim. I know I am a hacker and would never pretend to be in the same skill level as John and many others on this forum Ummm, my skill level is written right above my avatar pic! Think we're in the same league Ed, which is to use what you got and have fun while doing it. My stuff is FAR from perfect. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,178 #48 Posted November 25, 2016 Got the throttle, clutch, and brake linkage worked out. Took a short test run. Everything worked, but I was running gravity fuel feed (no fuel pump) to the carb and the 321 was running out of fuel at WOT. So a $9.48 electric JUNGLE pump is coming on Tue. Now for the body work. 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #49 Posted November 26, 2016 So cool! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,618 #50 Posted November 28, 2016 ...that's one ride there Ed ! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
