Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Kohler connecting rod bolts

Question
QUESTION: Hi, I am installing a used connection rod in to a Kohler K301 12hp engine. The manual has two different bolts for the connecting rod. one is a Posi-lock and the other a capscrew. How can I tell which ones I have?
Also it says if using capscrews, to over-torque them by 20% then loosen them and re-torque to the number. Is there a chance I could strip the threads in the connection rod?
Thanks, Robert

ANSWER: Read these URLs:

http://forums.yesterdaystractors.com/ttforum/viewtopic.php?t=737707&sid=f14793e9

Page 84
http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_2289_a.pdf


Does the rod have studs already inserted?

Eric

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QUESTION: No they have bolts.

Answer
Based on the first URL, Capscrew type rod bolts are the ones that screw into the upper part of the rod. Posi-locks have a nut with a stud in the upper part of the rod.


http://forums.yesterdaystractors.com/ttforum/viewtopic.php?t=737707&sid=f14793e9

Sound like you have the capscrew type.

Eric