Kohler oil filter replacement

[reno13]

I would like to know if anyone has switched from the Kohler filter (KH-12-050-08) to an automotive filter. Thanks Eric

 

[irongoat]

The anti-drain back feature in the Kohler filter is there to prevent dry start ups. Most cheap lawn mower filters don't have this feature and can cause excessive wear.

 

[bubbatime]

Here is a list of hundreds of cross reference oil filters for that application.

http://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/convert/KOHLER/12 050 08

If you have room for a taller filter, you can run a Fram 3614, Delco PF53, Motorcraft FL-910S, or Purolator L10241. These filters are about an inch longer and are VERY common cross reference parts. I am currently running the Motorcraft FL-910S on my Kohler Command. I put a picture of the motorcraft filter on the engine in this post:

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubb..._Cr#Post3559960

 

[NH73]

Originally Posted By: bubbatime
Here is a list of hundreds of cross reference oil filters for that application.

http://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/convert/KOHLER/12 050 08

If you have room for a taller filter, you can run a Fram 3614, Delco PF53, Motorcraft FL-910S, or Purolator L10241. These filters are about an inch longer and are VERY common cross reference parts. I am currently running the Motorcraft FL-910S on my Kohler Command. I put a picture of the motorcraft filter on the engine in this post:

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubb..._Cr#Post3559960


This can be a cross reference for most small gas engines. My Kawasaki FR730V would use the same filters, and I think B&S does too.

 

[motorcity]

Here's a list.


"Briggs/Kohler type" 3/4" X 16 threads 8-11 PSI Bypass Gasket 2.734"OD X2 .430"ID 0.226" thick
Length" Wix Purolator Hastings Kohler B&S Baldwin MotorCraft AC Walmart JD
2.3" 57035 NA LF503 2805001 492932 B7165 NA NA? NA ?
2.7" 51056 L35310 LF302 1205001 492056 B1410 NA PF2210 NA AM125424
3.4" 51348 L10241 LF157 5205002 491056 BT223 FL793 PF53 ST3614 AM101207
4.8" 51516 L20195 LF134 NA NA B243 FL400A PFL400A ST3600 ?

 

[JTK]

Reno, what Kohler engine and what application? For horizontal and vertical shaft Kohler V-twins, Like said in the X-ref lists, I run Motorcraft FL400 (or equiv) provided there's room in the machine the engine is on.

 

[tig1]

I use the MC 910s on my Briggs. It will fit your machine as well.

 

[2cool]

Been using whatever I had on a 19.5 hp single B&S for the past 5 years. That being said, it's a horizontal mount, and anything that has the same threads will fit. Much better than paying $10+ for a Genuine ______ filter.