Kohler CV960

The Kohler CV960 is a 999 cc (61.0 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke air-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine from the Command PRO series with a vertical shaft, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

A 90.0 mm (3.54 in) cylinder bore and 78.5 mm (3.09 in) piston stroke give the CV960 engine a total of 999 cc of displacement. The compression ratio rating is 8.8:1.

The CV960 engine produces 36.6 PS (26.9 KW; 36.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum horsepower and 80.2 Nm (8.2 kg·m; 59.2 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm of maximum torque.

The Kohler CV960 features:

  • OHV design
  • Hydraulic valve lifters
  • Aluminum cylinder block
  • Cast iron cylinder liners
  • Extra-large sleeve bearings
  • CDI/MDI or Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI) ignition system
  • Two-barrel, side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets
  • Mechanical centrifugal governor
  • Full pressure lubrication system
  • Forced air cooling system
  • Electric starter
  • 20 amp charging system (15 amp stator with a 25 amp rectifier-regulator)

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelCommand PRO CV960
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, V-twin
Displacement999 cm3, (61.0 cu·in)
Max. horsepower36.6 PS (26.9 KW; 36.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque80.2 Nm (8.2 kg·m; 59.2 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm
Cooling systemForced air
Air cleanerHigh-efficiency, heavy-duty air filters
Lubricating systemFull pressure
Ignition systemCDI/MDI or Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI)
Fuel systemTwo-barrel, side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemElectric starter
GovernorMechanical centrifugal governor
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)640 x 484 x 470 mm (25.2 x 19.1 x 18.5 in)
Dry weight57.0 kg (125.7 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:8.8:1
Cylinder bore:90.0 mm (3.54 in)
Piston stroke:78.5 mm (3.09 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):90.000-90.0025 mm (3.5433-3.5434 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Connecting rod big end diameter (standard):44.030-44.037 mm (1.7335-1.7337 in)
Piston style A
Thrust face outer diameter (standard):89.953-89.967 mm (3.5414-3.542 in)
Piston pin outer diameter (standard):18.995-19.000 mm (0.7478-0.7480 in)
Side clearance (Top):0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in)
Side clearance (Second):0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in)
Side clearance (Oil):0.030-0.190 mm (0.0012-0.0075 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.300-0.550 mm (0.0118-0.0217 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.300-0.550 mm (0.0118-0.0217 in)
Piston style B
Thrust face outer diameter (standard):89.972 mm (3.5422 in)
Piston pin outer diameter (standard):19.995-20.000 mm (0.7872-0.7874 in)
Side clearance (Top):0.030-0.070 mm (0.0010-0.0026 in)
Side clearance (Second):0.030-0.070 mm (0.0010-0.0026 in)
Side clearance (Oil):0.060-0.190 mm (0.0022-0.0073 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.125-0.304 mm (0.0049-0.0120 in)/td>
Ring end gap (Second):0.900-1.179 mm (0.0345-0.0464 in)
Crankshaft
Crankshaft main journal diameter:44.978-45.000 mm (1.7708-1.7717 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:43.982-44.000 mm (1.7316-1.7323 in)
Crankshaft center distance:39.25 mm (1.545 in)
Cylinder head
Valve arrangement:OHV, gear driven
Valves:2 (4 valves in total)
Valve head diameter (INTAKE):38.625-38.685 mm (1.5207-1.523 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST):31.625-31.825 mm (1.2451-1.253 in)
Valve seat angle (INTAKE):89°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST):89°
Valve seat angle (INTAKE):45°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST):45°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):6.982-7.000 mm (0.2749-0.2756 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):6.970-6.988 mm (0.2744-0.2751 in)
Camshaft lobe height (INTAKE):35.000 mm (1.378 in)
Camshaft lobe height (EXHAUST):35.000 mm (1.378 in)
Camshaft journal diameter:19.962-19.975 mm (0.7859-0.7864 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Intake manifold mounting (torque in 2 increments) Step 1: 16.9 Nm (1.7 kgf·m; 12.5 lb·ft)
Step 2: 22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf·m; 16.7 lb·ft)
Connecting rod cap11.0 Nm (1.1 kgf·m; 8.1 lb·ft)
Cylinder head Bolt (torque in 2 increments):
Step 1: 23.7 Nm (2.4 kgf·m; 17.5 lb·ft)
Step 2: 46.9 Nm (4.8 kgf·m; 34.6 lb·ft)
Fan10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf·m; 7.7 lb·ft)
Flywheel69.8 Nm (7.1 kgf·m; 51.5 lb·ft)
Governor lever nut7.1 Nm (0.7 kgf·m; 5.2 lb·ft)
Muffler retaining nuts24.4 Nm (2.5 kg·m; 18.0 ft·lb)
Spark plug27 Nm (2.75 kg·m; 20.0 ft·lb)

Service Data

Engine
Maximum speed:3600±50 rpm
Idle speed:1200±75 rpm
Compression pressure
Standard:1.1 MPa (160 psi)
Compression differential limit between cylinders:15% and less
Oil system
Lubrication system:Full pressure
Oil type:API SJ or higher
Recommended oil:SAE 10W-30, KOHLER PRO 10W-50
Oil capacity: W/o oil filter: 1.9 liters (2.0 US.qts, 1.7 Imp. qts)
With oil filter: 2.6 liters (2.75 US.qts, 2.3 Imp. qts)
Fuel system
Type:Two-barrel, side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets
Fuel pump:Pulse style fuel pump or remote-mounted electric fuel pump (optional)
Fuel filter:In-line
Ignition system
Type:CDI/MDI or Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI)
Spark plug:Champion RC12YC
Spark plug gap:0.76 mm (0.030 in)
Ignition coil air gap0.280-0.330 mm (0.011-0.013 in)

References

1. Kohler Command PRO CV940-CV1000 service manual. Kohler Co. 2022.

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