AWESOME Kohler K-Series Points Saver (Transdenser II)

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  • Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024
  • Taryl goes over the Kirk Engines spark saving device known as the Transdenser II. He gives you the lowdown on what it does, how it'll benefit your Kohler K-Series or Onan engines and also how to install it. This handy little device replaces your traditional condenser but will last virtually forever! Never change your points again! Another handy tip from your buddy Taryl at Grass Rats Garage.
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Комментарии • 139

  • @DAS-Videos
    @DAS-Videos 3 года назад +23

    "Captain, Taryl is pushing Snowzilla to the limits, she's gonna blow!". "Just get that Transgender to Taryl as soon as possible Scotty, that's an order". "Captain don't you mean Transdenser?"

  • @mdchester
    @mdchester 3 года назад +3

    I installed one of these about 2 years ago on my sons John Deere 210 and we haven’t had any trouble at all with it. This transdencer is HIGHLY recommended. Great video Taryl. Please keep those awesome videos coming our way. Love you guys

  • @deathswing87
    @deathswing87 3 года назад +37

    I love the drywall anchor as a wing nut for the air cleaner.

    • @RaleysSmallEngines
      @RaleysSmallEngines 3 года назад

      Lol I saw that also

    • @waltermclean34
      @waltermclean34 3 года назад

      He couldn't afford a transgender and a wing nut. He's a cheapskate.

    • @staind288
      @staind288 3 года назад

      Toggle bolt lol epic

    • @michaelbenoit248
      @michaelbenoit248 3 года назад

      Walter McLean, nah it’s called using your resources & being smart. I would’ve done the same thing if I didn’t have one on my knohlers cuz it’s way easier than just a nut.

    • @wingsofrelipton9245
      @wingsofrelipton9245 3 года назад

      That’s factory

  • @aarongrabowski3775
    @aarongrabowski3775 3 года назад +4

    The sound fx when taryl said crappy is hilarious.

  • @dannylister558
    @dannylister558 3 года назад +5

    Instructions I don't need no stinking instructions..I got taryl to splain it to me..flashing lights..sweet

  • @benjaminstockton3917
    @benjaminstockton3917 3 года назад

    As always there's your dinner that awesome Taryl thanks for sharing

  • @victoryfirst2878
    @victoryfirst2878 Год назад

    Thank you Taryl for selling me the points saver fella. I look forward to seeing the difference Sir.

  • @pjmazar4533
    @pjmazar4533 Год назад +1

    My 1976 Wheel Horse C 120 has a condenser and the original set of points! Guess I'm lucky to have an everlasting K motor. Thanks for the info about the Transdenser, though at this point, (no pun), I'll probably go bad before the tractor.

  • @jr42a1
    @jr42a1 3 года назад

    man thats a hot product for sure !
    He needs ta make em for car coils for the guys who wanna keep their classic cars as close to stock as possible .And the timing light feature is a bonus.Real slick for sure !!

  • @hughbrackett343
    @hughbrackett343 3 года назад +17

    I want a flux capacitor so I can jump ahead to when the lawn is already mowed.

  • @JoeKind1958
    @JoeKind1958 3 года назад +1

    Do a eBay search for “Transdenser” and “Transjender” comes up every time. Way to go Fee-Bay!
    I did purchase two of these last week for the two Arens GT 17’s that I have. The points ark like crazy on those engines and they are hard starting when cold. I checked voltages and tried different condensers, lined the point contacts so they fit completely flat against each other when closed. They still arc like crazy and quickly pit. Hoping that these Transdensers will fix the problem.

  • @jaryljackderriere1232
    @jaryljackderriere1232 3 года назад

    Excellent info. That'll keep them old Krohler's going.

  • @ensidfkgnur
    @ensidfkgnur 2 года назад

    Put a set of the old Kirk Engines Point Saver on my model 71 about 20 years ago, mow the big back yard with it during midwest mowing season, starts first time, guess I should clean the dust off the points at some point. Never checked the timing, probably won't. Money well-spent!

  • @hollispultz5411
    @hollispultz5411 3 года назад

    Cool to see a video about that; I installed one of kirks transdensers on my onan-powered sears a few years ago. Like you said Taryl, runs better and you practically never have to mess with the points again.

    • @Mike-su8si
      @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

      I could not find any of those transgenders i looked though

  • @kgroulx4032
    @kgroulx4032 3 года назад +1

    I bought one 2 years ago it's working awesome

    • @Mike-su8si
      @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

      I already spended about $2 hundred on new parts for mine

    • @user-qf7ot6gw1k
      @user-qf7ot6gw1k 6 месяцев назад

      Do you have the link for it?

  • @Sludge73
    @Sludge73 3 года назад +7

    1st
    Is that a wall toggle holding the air cleaner cover on?
    Interesting. Thanks for sharing!

  • @jafinch78
    @jafinch78 2 года назад

    Man, that seems handy. I'll have my first Kohler Series 2 (17HP), off a 1980's? Ford LGT17H I invested in since had no idea there was a YT16 looking design with the old Jacobson Peerless 2500 that I hope's not a piece of crap. Definitely will be doing some welding work beyond what I was thinking to beef up a little more. Man, still a heavy build and thinking I'll have hauled in three more trips with the Prius... if not two.

  • @jonmyers8046
    @jonmyers8046 3 года назад +1

    Im always having to clean and adjust my kohler points. I was thinking of rigging up some kind of switching transistor so the points wouldn't have to carry the load. I guess great minds think alike. As usual the captain takes credit for what his chief engineer probably did. ;) Lol Great video, thanks for the info Taryl

  • @marvinheemeyer9768
    @marvinheemeyer9768 Год назад

    Used an old Heathkit add on CDI that I bought for a buck or two at a car swap meet for years on my Bolens with a K341 with zero issues. In the mean time, ran across another brand CDI and bought it, and finally the Heathkit one died. Swapped out for second one, and it ran ignition for several more years. But when that went out, had nothing but trouble going back running on stock points ignition. Found another swap meet buy, a MSD 6D, called them for correct wiring diagram, but found out it was bad (why someone SOLD it in the first place at swapmeet). Somewhere I've got another MSD, and that's what's going to be the 'points saver' for my old Kohler.

  • @michaelglynn2638
    @michaelglynn2638 3 года назад

    Impressive! Keeps the motor at peak efficiency, spark-wise👍

  • @billfakagrolf9815
    @billfakagrolf9815 2 года назад

    I didn't even bother to time it or even set the points and it works great!

  • @frankfoust1037
    @frankfoust1037 3 года назад

    Hey Taryl have happy birthday buddy. Have great day.

  • @johndii2194
    @johndii2194 3 года назад +3

    I like your air filter nut.

  • @safetyharborfirearms
    @safetyharborfirearms 3 года назад +1

    Taryl fixes the time space continuum to keep those Krolers running for ever

  • @drewlee3736
    @drewlee3736 3 года назад

    Thats why they call your show "Taryl Fixes All" lol working on my old craftsman mower it had same issue burning points put the transistor2 on it but dummy me. I forgot the ground. Thanks again

  • @jondavidmcnabb
    @jondavidmcnabb 3 года назад +1

    This video is made even better by the use of a drywall anchor for a aircleaner retention nut!!!

  • @ihus9950
    @ihus9950 3 года назад

    Great tip Taryl Thanks👍🍻

  • @vinces8974
    @vinces8974 3 года назад

    Great information thank you Taryll

  • @CaseyRedDragon
    @CaseyRedDragon 3 года назад +2

    Mind me asking, why not just replace the points with a electronic ignition module or is that not possible on a K Engine?

  • @RaleysSmallEngines
    @RaleysSmallEngines 3 года назад

    Good one Taryl 👍🏻

  • @johnchadwicktilton
    @johnchadwicktilton 3 года назад

    Taryl Point and question about the points. Plus a few other questions. The main problem with points is that they corrode and you cannot place oil on them to prevent corrosion. If you do so it causes problems. Questions?
    (1) Can you put oil, or some sort of anti-corrosive compound on the points using this setup. If you can I would think that the points would without a doubt last the life of the machine
    (2) I have a couple of old Cub Cadet 125's that are so old that they don’t have the window to set the points. How would you set the timing on an engine of this vintage ? They are so old that they are actually Starter/Generator engines.
    (3) I noticed that your engine has a light knocking noise as does mine. Is this a pretty common thing ?

  • @roberttolley5055
    @roberttolley5055 3 года назад

    Tarl , great video. So when this whole internet/ computer crap started! I called it inner web! People looked at me like ...... ...,... ! Hearing you do it's soooo amazingly funny!

  • @jlawlar
    @jlawlar 3 года назад +1

    fire it up, fire it up

  • @sewing1243
    @sewing1243 3 года назад +4

    I'm guessing, but I'm betting the "Transdenser" takes the place of the points electrical ckt for charging the coil and then the existing mechanical points just become the on/off switch for the "Transdencer".

    • @amandagardner565
      @amandagardner565 3 года назад

      pretty much spot on with your description.
      30 years ago i built an electronic ignition for my 1977 Mazda 808, one day the car just stopped while driving, the points had totally closed because i neglected to oil the cam and the little block on the points wore down.
      the module re-energises the coil 5 milliseconds after discharge, giving a hotter spark due to longer charge time on the coil.

  • @RussellBooth1977
    @RussellBooth1977 3 года назад +2

    Or you could fit an external Ballast resistor in series with the coil if it's value is under 3 ohms !

  • @comeasyouare4545
    @comeasyouare4545 3 года назад +3

    It'd be nice if it mounted down by the hole to the fly wheel. So you could actually use it as a timing light as it was running.

    • @Mike-su8si
      @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

      You can ad wire to it so you can do that i could do it

  • @derrickzenner9300
    @derrickzenner9300 3 года назад

    Good points taryl

  • @danielprivate7442
    @danielprivate7442 3 года назад +13

    On Transdenserism: I got nothing against Transdenser tractors, but I don't think they should be competing in tractor pulls with OEM condensers. It's just not fair.

  • @kenthawkins2418
    @kenthawkins2418 3 года назад +6

    David Kirk is "THE MAN", and knows the "K" engines VERY well. Check his "Killer Kohler" engine out. I love the Trandensor on mine.

  • @alexricchio5312
    @alexricchio5312 Год назад

    Pretty cool

  • @1coppertop
    @1coppertop 11 месяцев назад

    I see the fuel pump delete plate vacumm connection. All kinds of taryl mods on this rig.

  • @brucel.6078
    @brucel.6078 3 года назад

    Sounds lke it's just a N-channel FET that's using the points as a gate driver. I'd like to tear into one of those things. Sweet!

  • @scrotiemcbogerballs8286
    @scrotiemcbogerballs8286 3 года назад

    Thanks buddy

  • @christinaperez254
    @christinaperez254 3 года назад +1

    I installed Kirks's original a handful of years ago on my Cub Cadet 149....works well.

  • @mcarroll598
    @mcarroll598 3 года назад

    That’s what’s up T!

  • @jensenwilliam5434
    @jensenwilliam5434 3 года назад

    Thank you!!

  • @Guns_N_Gears
    @Guns_N_Gears 3 года назад +2

    An older style Dodge ignition box will work the same, as well as a GM HEI module from a 70's car works good too, and cheaper!!

    • @Mike-su8si
      @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

      Does it last longer and is made better

    • @tjrick7745
      @tjrick7745 Год назад

      I'd like to see how to use one of those that you mentioned.

    • @Guns_N_Gears
      @Guns_N_Gears Год назад

      @tjrick7745 a high speed switching transistor would even work. I suspect that's all a points saver is, built into a self contained heatsink.
      Do a Google search, tons of conversions posted.
      I know for a fact the GM modules work, I've done it to a Bolens tractor.
      Good luck on your project!!

  • @danmorrissette4814
    @danmorrissette4814 3 года назад

    They Sure make a Big Difference !! by the way, kirk's engine website is upgrading, will only be back online to order March 13 /2021 , Unless you call them i guess~! ;-)-

  • @larrytepfer848
    @larrytepfer848 8 месяцев назад

    Good morning , I am working on a Kohler 17hp twin cylinder model KT17S
    Spec 24304 , is there any way to determine what year it is ? Customer brought it to me and it is in sad shape. No spark , no compression on right cylinder. It is mounted on an old welder

  • @paulg444
    @paulg444 Год назад

    Is there a reason why there is no link to the product purchase site ?

  • @JOEZEP54
    @JOEZEP54 3 года назад

    Never heard of this. Thanks!!!
    Stay safe, Joe Z

  • @kenmartinez3517
    @kenmartinez3517 3 года назад +1

    Ok the points will last forever but how long will the Transdenser II last?????

  • @KensSmallEngineRepair
    @KensSmallEngineRepair 3 года назад +1

    Been using Dave’s products for years, since the old IHCC Forum days!

  • @Dowhatyoucandonow
    @Dowhatyoucandonow 3 года назад

    Are those dentures antique?

  • @stripersniper1531
    @stripersniper1531 3 года назад

    Neat .Thanks T haven’t heard about that .

  • @jz422
    @jz422 3 года назад

    Does it give it transwarp drive?

  • @bigmesstest230
    @bigmesstest230 3 года назад +1

    He should do a rebuild video on that engine

  • @darrencollins304
    @darrencollins304 3 года назад

    Hi my 3.5 classic Briggs and Stratton but it has a knocking sound what should I do repair it or buy a new engine

  • @rfluharty
    @rfluharty 2 года назад

    Are the Kirk engine guys still in business? I tried contacting them via their website (which is still up), but I've not gotten any replies.

  • @hunter7476
    @hunter7476 3 года назад +2

    Nice that’s a good too thanks taryl we wanna see more snowzilla vids

  • @TheMapleDaily
    @TheMapleDaily Год назад

    Sadly cannot find this for sale on their website anymore :/

  • @terryraymond7984
    @terryraymond7984 3 года назад

    hey kirk i need a transdenser for my VW bug. heh heh

  • @seanmckay3392
    @seanmckay3392 3 года назад

    Hey taryl ima put a new headgasket on this husqvarna concrete saw engine im rebuilding i dont know which sealer to put on the headgasket i wanna put sealer on it since its a chinese rebuild kit.

  • @terryraymond7984
    @terryraymond7984 3 года назад

    sounds like the Onan points timing is simpler than the older Techumseh timing

  • @jamesbruno5896
    @jamesbruno5896 3 года назад

    Cool beans

  • @skyartrc8286
    @skyartrc8286 3 года назад

    A transgander condenser?

  • @Mike-su8si
    @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

    If its grounded with to were the coil is screwed in why you need to hook up a ground wire to it then it'll be grounded twice

  • @mr1pearl
    @mr1pearl 3 года назад

    👍

  • @mountainanderson5597
    @mountainanderson5597 3 года назад

    Where do I find one???? I went to their website and its down

    • @barackobama5304
      @barackobama5304 3 года назад

      Prolly got flooded with orders from Taryl fans and the website imploded.

  • @paulg444
    @paulg444 2 года назад

    you could just add a resistor between battery + and the +primary coil .. but the transdensor is one less item under the hood.

    • @marvinheemeyer9768
      @marvinheemeyer9768 Год назад +1

      After the second car swap meet add on CDI unit finally died on my K341, I tried just what you mentioned, and it wasn't any better on the standard points set up. Back to dressing points after 47 minutes of use. Even tossed on couple extra condensers and same results. Need to find MSD 6 somewhere out in my storage.

    • @paulg444
      @paulg444 Год назад

      @@marvinheemeyer9768 , Im now convinced you are right. The transistorized points is the way to go. His transdenser design is a winner. Im going to buy a few.

  • @JeffinTD
    @JeffinTD 3 года назад

    That’s one of those “why didn’t I think of that!” excellent ideas.

  • @Nucloid
    @Nucloid 3 года назад

    kirk engine's website is currently under maintenance till saturday march 13. unable to view their products

  • @andyelkins883
    @andyelkins883 3 года назад +1

    this was very interesting

  • @Fatamus
    @Fatamus 3 года назад +2

    😱 Something new ... with flashing lights ... Hot Dog

  • @crisprtalk6963
    @crisprtalk6963 3 года назад

    Brilliant!

  • @amandagardner565
    @amandagardner565 3 года назад

    30 years ago i built an electronic ignition for my 1977 Mazda 808, one day the car just stopped while driving, the points had totally closed because i neglected to oil the cam and the little block on the points wore down.
    i still have that ignition module fitted and have NEVER replaced the points. (i just have to remember to oil it once a year)
    the modules now are as tiny as the one Taryl is fitting.

  • @MitzvosGolem1
    @MitzvosGolem1 3 года назад +1

    Note,: all condenser s have to be on clean metal grounded.
    Or weak or no spark.
    Had a few with only this problem.
    Gonna get one of them.

  • @NotmeGK123
    @NotmeGK123 3 года назад +1

    wounder if that will work on well presure switch

  • @pzoe3808
    @pzoe3808 3 года назад +1

    I have a 1969 John Deere 112 with that same motor and it runs great I have never change the points. And besides isn’t that what the resistant wires for, For ballast resistor in the cars.

    • @pzoe3808
      @pzoe3808 3 года назад

      We are the only owners my dad bought and 69 I have done all the maintenance I bought a set of points for it and never installed them because It always rain strong.

  • @billsmith8238
    @billsmith8238 3 года назад

    That's a great idea

  • @TheJohnnyBoyShow
    @TheJohnnyBoyShow 3 года назад

    will you do a carb tune video on the kohler magnum series? i have an 18hp that im having a little troble leaning out, smokes a little black when it revs

    • @hunter7476
      @hunter7476 3 года назад +1

      Taryl has done a video with a Kohler magnum 20 which is basically the same engine and the same carb intact he does a total rebuild check out his video

  • @eustaciosaucedo4682
    @eustaciosaucedo4682 3 года назад

    How much are they

  • @franklinkopecky9644
    @franklinkopecky9644 3 года назад

    NATURALLY THE WEB SITE IS DOWN DUE TO MAINTENANCE

  • @Mike-su8si
    @Mike-su8si 3 года назад

    Mine runs with the condenser just dangling around

  • @ricochua9978
    @ricochua9978 2 месяца назад

    Kirk engines does not offer them anymore 😢

  • @patriciatess
    @patriciatess 3 года назад

    Ows and Transdenser II I have to have it faster running yes

  • @markrezac3984
    @markrezac3984 3 года назад

    what's with the jenky air cleaner cover wing nut?

  • @themowerman
    @themowerman 3 года назад

    Yo yo

  • @wisconsinfarmer4742
    @wisconsinfarmer4742 3 года назад

    trans dental fix.

  • @crapalator
    @crapalator 3 года назад

    Now that's slick eh.

  • @terryraymond7984
    @terryraymond7984 3 года назад

    ha ha ha william shatner is really old

  • @ctbale1
    @ctbale1 3 года назад

    I googled using my microphone, came up trans dancer..... oops, didn't really want to go there!

  • @stephencook4611
    @stephencook4611 3 года назад +3

    Can't you just put an electronic ignition system on it and do away with the points altogether?

  • @oxyfee6486
    @oxyfee6486 3 года назад +1

    All this shows me ,is once again the small engine mechanics around me are only interested in changing parts.I have yet to find one mechanic with the knowledge Tarly has.Just once I would love to hear how they could fix it,instead of why they can’t.

  • @terryraymond7984
    @terryraymond7984 3 года назад

    a flux capacitor

  • @robu101
    @robu101 3 года назад +1

    I’m in the first 100 views!! Yay. Lol

    • @robu101
      @robu101 3 года назад

      Hey...it’s the little things.

  • @terryburke2587
    @terryburke2587 3 года назад +1

    Why not just convert to electronic ignition and get rid of the points completely?

    • @buzzedalldrink9131
      @buzzedalldrink9131 3 года назад

      not so easy or cheap with a 12 volt system

    • @terryburke2587
      @terryburke2587 3 года назад

      @@buzzedalldrink9131 That may be true for the Krohler12V K series. I do see kits for the 6 volt systems. I haven't owned any engines with points for years, but when I did I also tried to convert them to electronic if possible. I think I converted my first motorcycle engine in 1980 so the kits have been around a long time.

    • @buzzedalldrink9131
      @buzzedalldrink9131 3 года назад

      @@terryburke2587 Yes I know it can be done and good for you for doing it but its only a lawnmower just put points in it They have been working for 100 years or so
      I have better things to spend money on than this guys crap or anyone else’s parts that are not needed

  • @Soapy555
    @Soapy555 3 года назад

    I was 69th thumbs up :D

  • @prevost8686
    @prevost8686 3 года назад +2

    Transgenders fer mowers.... this whole world has lost their minds.

  • @MyDuckfoot
    @MyDuckfoot 3 года назад

    Did he say Transgender Koehler mower ?