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Gentlemen, my machine has just over 50 hours and I want to get this behind me. I've read many threads about this subject. As of now I'm leaning toward Mobil 1 15W-50. What say ye?

Thank you, r

TX, the mod has nothing to do with saving money on filters, it's all about taking better care of the engine for the long haul. I will admit my choice of material may not have eye appeal but it's what I had easily available to work with. Watch for round 2.. Cheers, r

LA, that is very promising, I glad to know the engines are up to the task. This is my first Kawasaki, I was told by several they considered them the industry leader when I started looking for a mower. I'm sure different operating enviornments play a big roll in how the engines perform. Between...

I attempted to add a MOV file, not compatible with the site, thanks, Ray

Walter, have you looked at Ring, for $12 a month or $100 a year, they provide you with play back recordings, the night picture quality is great. The other thing I really like, for a long a you keep your contact in place, if any of your devices fail they are replaced 100% no cost., Cheers, Ray

KK, so you're calling the flip cover on the back of the FR engines an air box, right. If you took the air intake on your car and put it that close to the ground and run around off road all day, I wonder how long your engine would last. You won't make be believe elevating the filter straight up...

WS, I have a GrassFlap on a 48" Bobcat CRZ, could not be happier with the device. https://grassflap.com/ Cheers, Ray

TX, is it still OK if it actually works well ?

Just my way short for Lawn Addict, I didn't want to call you Left Wing !!!, Cheers, Ray

LA, I'm sure we both had the same thing in mind with when you added the Donaldson filter upgrade. I already have a change planned to my contraption in mind I will post once it is completed. Cheers, Ray

Hi Bert, I for one didn't know the history with Kawa engines but I could easily see how this evolved. This may not be pretty but I know this is a winner when it comes to extending the engine life. After running for only ~ an hour I knew the stock arrangement would not do. If anyone is...

Hi D, kind works, thanks. I'm also very knew to this forum and look to draw from the senior's expertice. I also enjoy improving devices and I for one am very happy with this outcome. I will make some additional changes to the set up and post. Your input either pro or con is most welcome...

To get the air source as far away from the ground as possible. LA, first, thanks for the tip, if here is holes in cover that needs to be covered I'll get it done. As for wiggling, actually this thing is made with corner brackets and is braced well, it is actually very rigid. It bolds...

Hi Bert, both good points, there is some bracing not shown but may be room for more. As for the tube, it is actually very rigid but I will continure to monitor very closely for issues, one option is to simply use the OEM filter, thanks Ray

Gentlemen, I just got around to completing this project. My original intent was to simply raise the air filter up a foot, it ended up moving up 21". I'll attach 4 photo's to show the progress. Photo 1 shows the basic structure/frame with the air tube (2" radiator hose) and mounting plate made...

Bert, look again, the plan is to move it a foot higher, actually would like the filter to end up about the same height as the seat top. My machine is a 2019 48" CRZ so it has no ROPS. I intend to fashion a filter box that uses a large round filter like was common on most cars a few years back...

I would ask, it one was to simply extended the air intake hose 1' straight up and then re attached the stock filter. This would get it above much of the stuff that it is currently being picked up. Anything it might come in contact with would certainly hit the driver first. Would one think this...

Hi Bert, for the record, the filter is actually 1.1" taller than the OEM, on my machine there is plenty room. I for one have always choose a longer filter if possible. As for the air filter, I blow it off with a leaf blower after every use and change at least twice a season. I agree with you...

OEM Kawasaki 49065-7007 recent changed to 49065-0721 Wix replacements 57035 2.3" tall 32 micron (same as OEM) 51056 2.7" tall 21 micron Is anyone using 57148? 3.4"tall 5 micron. I see no problem fiting this one on my machine Cheers, Ray

I hope so since they can pay almost 50% in taxes, r

Buddy, thank you, that is a solid solution if necessary. I have submitted a request to Bobcat, I'll wait and see what become of it before I shell out $50 for 16" of hose with a couple fittings...Cheers, Ray

Hi Buddy, per what I have read the oil drain in M20-2.50 thread, the only 20MM EZ drain I have located is 20MM-1.5 thread.

Has anyone replaced this with a EZ-Drain oil valve? I want to make sure there is clearance for it to screw into the engine before purchasing. thanks Ray

All, the oil drain has a reducer, standard drain hole is M20-2.50, Does anyone know the size & thread it is being reduced down to fit the tube adapter?

Can someone tell me the size/thread of the yellow plug that is in the oil drain line on my FR651V please. Valve is of poor quality and I will to replace,. thanks Ray

Sir, what did you decided on? Cheers, Ray

Mine is on a 2019 48" CRZ.

Country Clipper with stand up deck

Sir, your storage tip is good advice, once the leaves are gone I will leave my machine tires off the floor. Cheers, Ray

I missed my chance, I'd go look at a Country Clipper with Joy stick control and pop up deck..

I'm giving EZ Slide a try, have the done the entire bottom.

Anyone tried this? https://www.farmshow.com/view_articles.php?a_id=1583

I use the leaf blower every mow, a nice coat of car wax also does wonders (ya might be a redneck if you wax your mower). As I indicated below, there is no way to avoid wet grass. I recently put a coat of EZ Slide on the bottom. It is much improved but I'm still looking for a better solution...

CRZ 48", I looking for ways to keep it from sticking to the bottom, I in GA an it is simply not possible to only mow when it is dry. My only complaint with this machine is it will not process wet grass well. My old Cub Cadet will cut it in a rain storm, never clog and even do a good job. It's...

What products do you use and how do you keep your deck clean from build-up? thanks Ray

Gentlemen, share the tips & products you use to preventing grass from sticking to your deck, Cheers, Ray

JMHO, I would look at something otherthan a B&S engine... r

Gentlemen, I'm considering removing the mulch kit from my machine. I would appreciate input from anyone with a similar machine that has done the same. I'm curious what effect it will have on cut quality and also buildup under the deck. thanks Ray

Try turning it over in the dark, if you've a stripped place you may see spark

Gentlemen, what is you thoughts on blade thickness. I've a CRZ 48", the stock blade are .250 thick. I see many replacement blades that are ~.200. Some say heavier are harder on the PTO and belts. What about cut quality? Run time between changes? Please share your thought based on real...

Little extra oil never hurt anything, r

Thank you, I did identify a Rotary blade that sparks my interest, I'll put them on the shelf to try in the spring.

Thank you, as I read, does anyone have an thoughts on XHT MARBANE STEEL Blades ? I video impresses me>

Gentlemen, does anyone know of a 16 1/4, mulch blade that is .250 thick? Most I find are ~.204 thick.

Ok. I can see I stepped in it, my machine is a Bobcat CRZ 48", I'm just South of Atlanta, I believe I have nearly every variety of common grass that grows in these parts on a 1.5 acre lot. Typically the dew keep it wet much of the morning and early evening so it's often wet when I cut, I...

Gentlemen, what kind of results do you have with Gator style blades on ZTR's? thanks r