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edtoy3
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May 21, 2015

Kohler generator 7cm21 Holiday Rambler

Hello I have a kohler 7cm21 generator in my 1987 holiday. The generator was running
Now it surges than dies I believe it has something to do with the governor. I see the linkage but can't tell if something is broke. If someone has images or pics of the linkage
Area i would really appreciate it. Please help if you can

Thanks Ed
  • Thanks everyone for your help. It ended up being the fuel shutdown solinoid. So the fuel theory was correct.
  • You can Google 7cm21 and find manuals.

    parts manual

    look at this parts manual. Scroll down and I think the spring you are talking about is shown connected.
  • Thank you for your response. I have the generator hooked up to a 5 gallon gas can with clear hose so I can see whats happening. I took the fuel pump apart cleaned new screen. The generator was running fine but it started running erratic and then would shut off. I have a small spring at one end that comes straight out and it's not hooked to anything. It's on the right side.
    Thank you again for the input
  • garry1p wrote:
    Sounds like a fuel problem.

    I have the service manual in Adobe format but don't know how to send it.
    You might find it on Google for download.


    Almost positive this is a fuel problem. Does it have a clean fuel filter?
  • Sounds like a fuel problem.

    I have the service manual in Adobe format but don't know how to send it by RV forum.
    You might find it on Google for download.

    I think I can send it by e-mail if you pm me you email address.
  • Sounds like a fuel problem.

    I have the service manual in Adobe format but don't know how to send it.
    You might find it on Google for download.