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jap · 08-01-2011, 05:21 PM

I'm not use to working on small engines and my 2005 Cub Cadet model SLT 1554 is blowing oil through the breather separator. It needs a new Breather separator, but if I replace that will it fix the issue? Is it normal for oil to be in the cylinder head?
Thanks

Mickey · 08-01-2011, 05:36 PM

Would help if you said which engine was in this machine.

Powerwagon896 · 09-05-2011, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jap

I'm not use to working on small engines and my 2005 Cub Cadet model SLT 1554 is blowing oil through the breather separator. It needs a new Breather separator, but if I replace that will it fix the issue? Is it normal for oil to be in the cylinder head?
Thanks

If it's a 27HP Kohler Courage you should feel lucky. Mine threw a rod during the 2nd season.

I had to wait several weeeks while Kohler determined that it was a warrantee issue.

phogbound · 01-17-2012, 04:54 PM

You may have solved your problem by now, but no one answered your questions. Oil does get into the valve covers. That lubricates the rocker arms. I assume you have a Kohler Command engine. If the breather separator is bad, it might blow oil. Also, check the rubber grommet that seals where it fits into the valve cover. Check the o-ring on the dipstick. Any air leak into the engine could cause oil to blow out the breather. If the engine is overfull of oil, it will leak. Driving on a steep hill with the right side down might do that, too.

**jhngardner367** · 01-17-2012, 06:16 PM

You might want to check the oil for having fuel in it,also.If the carb sticks,and allows fuel into the crankcase,it will blow oil .Pull the dipstick,and hold a match/lighter under it.If it flares,and burns more than 1-2 seconds,it has fuel in it,and you'll need to change the oil.

jc56 · 02-06-2012, 06:25 PM

Hey jap....did you get this figured out?I came across something that might help ya if you still need help.Let me know.jc

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