Need Carburetor for a Generac OL3116 Engine

[okrobie]

The engine number is OL3116. I called partswarehouse.com but they said I would have to buy the complete engine. Can one of you come up with a part number for just the carb? Thanks, Jim

 

[Stuart in MN]

Did you check to see if you can get one from Generac? https://www.generac.com/all-products/parts-accessories

 

[pattenp]

Why do you need a new carb? Can't the old one be rebuilt? What's the gen model? Search for carb by gen model #.

 

[okrobie]

Thank you stewart. I just got back from the Generac website, which is wonderful. First of all they showed me how to find the model and serial numbers. Then they offer a set of three manuals. Operators Manual, engine parts manual and unit parts manual. I did find the carb part number and have located a brand new OEM one on eBay for a reasonable price. Thank you.

Thank you pattemp. first of all the unit was missing the carb when I bought it at the junk yard.

Secondly, Amazon offers generic carbs for $12 to 15 and they include an air filter, gaskets and a spark plug and next day delivery. The last time I bought carb cleaner and a can of starting fluid it was over $17 and no gaskets. With prices like that, I just don't clean carbs anymore. In this case I splurged and got a new OEM carb for $30. Thanks, Jim

P.S. it turns out that my unit is an XC6500E and the carb is an OK9364A

 

[nadogail]

Based on my automotive experience, I am going to stick my neck out and sat that most engine and carburetor combinations are not carved in stone.

I have seen a lot of mix and match, as long as the bolt pattern and airflow needs are met lots of stuff can be made to work.

 

[okrobie]

nadogall, thanks. I'm sure you're right. Even so, my legwork is beginning to pay off. I have discovered a Generac dealer just blocks from my home and he has the OEM carb in stock for $33. My call was near closing time so I didn't have time to see if that includes the gasket set, but I'll know tomorrow.

P.S. additional research has shown that if I'm willing to go generic, I can get a dual fuel conversion kit, including regulator, carb, and gaskets for $28. on Amazon

 

[nadogail]

nadogall, thanks. I'm sure you're right. Even so, my legwork is beginning to pay off. I have discovered a Generac dealer just blocks from my home and he has the OEM carb in stock for $33. My call was near closing time so I didn't have time to see if that includes the gasket set, but I'll know tomorrow.

P.S. additional research has shown that if I'm willing to go generic, I can get a dual fuel conversion kit, including regulator, carb, and gaskets for $28. on Amazon

Thanks for your response

 

[okrobie]

Well, the one at the dealer ended up at $67. after gaskets and $25 shipping so I passed on that. The dual fuel setup upon double checking was not a proper fit so I bought the cheapest generic I could find that was a good fit. It was $25. Since this unit is a junkyard find, I decided to not invest too much just to see if it was going to fire up. I've been slowed down a bit by recent minor surgery but in a few days I should be able to check it out. I'll be reporting soon.

 

[nadogail]

Thanks for the update; Best Wishes for a speedy recovery.

 

[okrobie]

Well, the generic carb arrived and it wasn't even a close fit so back to Amazon.

The best deal is probably the local dealer with the OEM, even with the $25 shipping, so I'll be ordering from him. Besides, the guy behind the counter was real nice.

 

[nadogail]

.... The best deal is probably the local dealer with the OEM, even with the $25 shipping, so I'll be ordering from him. Besides, the guy behind the counter was real nice.

Having a "Nice Guy" behind the counter can save you both time and money..

 

[okrobie]

Hi All, I bought the carb and gaskets from the local dealer, but by the time I placed the order the carb was no longer in stock. I went ahead and ordered it, and it arrived yesterday from the factory. I installed it and in spite of myself it's running like a top. I'm using the electric start, and now that I'm sure it's running I will save up for a dual fuel kit. I have natural gas service and that's a lot better than running to the gas station in the middle of a hurricane. In most cases natural gas is more dependable than the grid, although there are times when they will cut gas service depending on the wind speed.

Thanks for the support and encouragement, Regards, Jim

 

[roc_on_the_rocks]

Based on my automotive experience, I am going to stick my neck out and sat that most engine and carburetor combinations are not carved in stone.

I have seen a lot of mix and match, as long as the bolt pattern and airflow needs are met lots of stuff can be made to work.

This guy proved you're about right:

 

[bluwolf]

Hi All, I bought the carb and gaskets from the local dealer, but by the time I placed the order the carb was no longer in stock. I went ahead and ordered it, and it arrived yesterday from the factory. I installed it and in spite of myself it's running like a top. I'm using the electric start, and now that I'm sure it's running I will save up for a dual fuel kit. I have natural gas service and that's a lot better than running to the gas station in the middle of a hurricane. In most cases natural gas is more dependable than the grid, although there are times when they will cut gas service depending on the wind speed.

Thanks for the support and encouragement, Regards, Jim

I'm farther south and west of you in Florida. I'm with you, the dual fuel is the way to go. I don't have access to natural gas. But I only run the generator on propane. Less maintenance in the fuel department. And definitely better than trying to find gas after a hurricane.