[bcone1381]

I have a 312 with the Kohler K301. The data tag with the Engine Spec number is worn off. Can any one tell me what the Spec number is?

I see two Kohler Engine possibilities in pictures....Mine has a round Air Filter Cover, the Other variation has a tear drop shaped air filter cover.

 

[Robertg]

Brooks,

Welcome to the forum. All I can help you with is the 312 came with the round air filter cover.

Bob

 

[110johndeere]

welcome to the 312 club brooks.
spec number off of mine with round air filter is 47634d

the 312 models were only made in 77' and 78' and the easiest way to tell them apart is the air cleaners. 77' had the round and 78' had the tear drop shaped air cleaner. as far as i know that is the the only visible difference besides the serial numbers of course.

later
andy

 

[bcone1381]

Andy and Bob;

Thank you so much for your gracious welcome. I now know that I have a 77!

IT is great to be a part of a friendly forum. I have owned my 312 for about 10 years. Because of this forum, and the information you provide, I find myself looking forward trying some restoration work.

Brooks

 

[110johndeere]

no problem brooks.
be warned though, if you hang out here too long you'll want about ten more tractors spread out over the garage and attachments to match.

if you need anything else give me a shout. although you probably know more about the 312's than i do. i've only had mine for about 9 months now and am still learning to enjoy this "rare" model.
over the winter i gave mine a quick paint job, added duel rear brakes, h2 hydraulics, tri ribs up front and ags in the rear. i'd like to track down a 54 blade to push snow around and maybe even a 49 blower.
for right now it's main jobs are to pull an aerator, broadcast spreader and 80 cart around my quarter acre lot. which i might add it does very well.

make sure to post pics if you decide to freshen it up..........on second thought, you have any pics of it "pre" restored???

here are a few pics of mine before and after
later
andy

 

[msg93ret]

Brooks,
I have a 1978 312, engine is a Kohler K301AS, spec 47673d, serial 829084. Welcome to the rare to find 312 club. If your tractor serial number begins with 07xxxx, it is a 1977 vintage