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Don't understand why you are doing it like that. On my 2200, with ZT4400 transaxles, simply screwing the filters off will let all the oil drain out.

Nope. Been mowing as a business for almost 10 years, used a lot of different blades. A blade is a blade, is a blade, is a blade. Well, almost. Get a standard high lift blade, keep it sharp (properly done, no rounded corners at the tip edge), and BALANCE it, and provided your motor up to...

I have an FT730V that had a similar problem. Discovered the cooling fins were about 50% clogged with dirt and grass. My bad for not seeing that sooner. Anyway, cleaned them, and replaced the temperature sensor (EFI engine). No more an issue. Don't forget to check the fins inside the shroud.

I have an FT730V that had a similar problem. Discovered the cooling fins were about 50% clogged with dirt and grass. My bad for not seeing that sooner. Anyway, cleaned them, and replaced the temperature sensor (EFI engine). No more an issue. Don't forget to check the fins inside the shroud.

Shouldn't go wrong following manufacturers directions.

Easy. I regularly cut ditch banks twice that angle. As long as it is dry, of course. Cut either way, but would look better if cut lengthwise.

I use a 40 grit flapper disc on a Dewalt angle grinder. Makes for a very shiny look. I would think a 220 grit would take all day. Yes, very fast, but often I have to dress up the tip on a grinding wheel. Got to have the tip as close to a square angle as you can get it. The more rounded the...

Agree about the dealer, but not another anywhere close. But that is why I do all my own maintenance. Long story on this trip, just wanted them to hook up to computer and tell me what it said. Anyway, appear to be back to normal. I still think the large mounting plate on the rear restricted...

I can't argue with you. I had a mounting plate bolted to the rear bumper for the grass collection system, covered the whole back of the mower where the engine is. The fins were not visible. And since I had never encountered that problem before, never thought to check. When I removed the...

Here are the fins...

Think I got mower back to normal.. Dealer said the engine overheated, but couldn't tell me why or how. Said I needed a new engine (imagine that from a dealer). Said the engine bogged down because of low compression, but since the cylinder walls weren't scored, the rings must be bad. duh...

I kinda figured everything I've read. Just wanted to see if there were facts I hadn't thought of. Thanks for all the info. BTW, have 1500+ hours on mower.

Thanks for the input. That's inline with what I hear. I guess I was looking for someone with a good reason not to go that route.

At times, that's why I'm doing homework. Understand about costs. Just looking for facts to support decision. There are days when I cut some fields and orchards for 4-6 hours at a time. I have literally worn this mower out. Already replaced the deck.

Still waiting on mower from dealer, will update when I get results. Should be this week. Meanwhile, have a question. Am considering getting the diesel model (2600?), and wonder how anyone who has one would rate it to the gas models ? Interested in does it have more power, etc...

I surely will. Thanks for the reply.,

Naw, haven't yet. 2 3/4" - 3" is kinda standard cutting height here. Lots of centipede grass and most like it short, some down to 2 1/2". It does ok that short. But planning on taking mower to dealer next week after the first and let them connect to computer. Engine is EFI, and I think I...

I use an impact wrench to tighten the nut, but not excessively. Had problems doing it with a breaker bar or ratchet. Also, there is a key. I have destroyed pulleys getting them off, and the dealer told they have had that same problem. Once I get them off, whether I can reuse one or a new...

Thanks for the replies, guys. Yes, I clean the deck everyday. Hadn't thought about checking for a dead cylinder, but will do that later today or tomorrow, but don't think that is the problem. Cutting the grass in question at 3 1/2", have had to go to 4" sometimes, just to finally get it done...

I have had some pulleys so tight I destroyed them getting them off. Had to order new pulleys. Ever since, I use axle lube on the spindle shaft and have never had problems getting the pulleys off after that.

Ferris 2200 Kawasaki FT730V EFI Code FT730V - CS41 -R E/NO FT730VA15799I Engine bogs down in high or thick grass more than it used to. I put sharpened and balanced blades on almost every day. Have replaced two spindles that were bad. Seemed to help a little. Replaced the fuel pump (and...

You are correct, I experience that also. But my problem is I've not had this problem before, which is why I suspect an issue with the motor, but I can't figure it out. I've rebuilt mower engines before, and fixed many a one, but have never messed with an EFI before. But I do like the engine.

No, 52" deck with 18" blades, but same 5/8" holes. I'll look them up and get some. Thanks for the info.

Stuff I get off Amazon, XHT, Oregon, Copperhead, Reaper. All .25" thick stuff. Regular high lift. Never used Gator blades. These work fine in anything else I cut, even 2' high stuff.

I agree, but it didn't used to be this bad. Underside cleaned everyday when I get home (cut grass 6 days a week), as I change blades everyday also. I've even tried the stuff you spray the underside with, doesn't really help any, especially wet grass. Point is, it didn't used to be this bad...

Ferris 2200, Kawasaki FT730V EFI CS41 -R E/NO FT730VA157991 Mower bogs down making me baby crawl thru thick wet grass, when it didn't used to before. (I do expect to slow down some) Checked valve lash, was around .007, corrected to .005. Didn't help much. Did discover a spindle that was...

First thing, make sure your blades are sharp. Not like a knife edge, but close. And you want the tip as close to a 90 degree edge as you can get it. Not rounded or curved, that will just push the grass aside. The tip cuts 99% of the grass. Considering how fast the blade spins, the mower...

I balance every new blade I buy. One in twenty might be close enough to use. I user a $200 balancer. I balance tip to tip, like you do. But sometimes, the center hole is off center, rarely, but enough to make the edge of the blade at the hole heavier on one side. I've never had it off...

Have had 3 Ferris mowers with Kawasaki engines in the last 15 years. The last two were EFI. Have never had any issues or problems. I know Husqvarna puts Kawasaki engines on some of their mowers.

I had this happen on a 15 year old 1500z. I have a newer Ferris, my wife uses this older one. I got on it one day and felt a lot of shimmy when I engaged the blades. I use two hoists to raise my mowers for blade change, etc., and when I got it up, I discovered three engine bolts missing, and...

Don't know if you're considering a commercial mower, which will last you a lifetime, but I have three Ferris mowers with Kawasaki engines. Horses.

One other thing to check is the pulleys. On my Ferris (don't get me wrong, I love my 2200), I found that the pulley heights on the deck weren't the same. A couple of pulleys were higher than others, which wore the belts out quicker, and also caused the pulleys to split apart. Had to properly...

Also in SC, and experience the Bahia grass a lot. First of all, like the others have said, blades must be sharp. But also, the tip must NOT be rounded. It must have as close to a 90 degree edge on the tip, or any rounding will just push the grass over. I found that to make cutting almost any...

I recently had the same problem with my Ferris. Turns out the bearings in the spindles were all loose from wear. Once I replaced them, the mower never bogged down anymore.

If the underside of the deck is not smooth, the grass will not circulate very well. Make sure the uplift on your blades are not worn down. If they are worn down, the blades should have been discarded long ago. Keep your blades sharp and balanced.

Check your spindles for wear. If they have any play, the mower will bog down under a load. I just went thru that on my mower. Also, a VERY dirty air filter will produce the same effect.

Did it much simpler. I had installed the JD relay kit on my Kawasaki engine (had starting problems), and one wire (purple one) connected to the purple wire going to the starter solenoid. I just installed a round key switch between those two purple wires, and accomplished my goal. Just to...

I just wondered if anyone had found an exact replacement switch that used a real key. And also what others had done. I'm just going to put a switch in the solenoid line, just enough to keep someone from jumping on and trying to use it.

I use R12T filters on my mowers and backhoe. Easy to change, and also traps water. Filters are all over Amazon.

I would like to find an ignition switch for my 2200 that uses a REAL key, not a modified screwdriver. Want to keep unauthorized people from using my mower. Looked around, no can find. My next thought was to add a regular switch that does use a normal key in line from the ignition switch to...

There aren't any adjustments in the hydraulic system, other than mechanical stops for the levers. At least as far as I know. I have had to deal with hydraulic issues before, and my first question is, has the hydraulic fluid and filters been changed as required ? I'm assuming that the fluid...

I found the model, must be an older one. But, what is it you can't adjust ?

Can't find anything about a model Ferris 3000. are you sure that is the model ? And what is it you can't adjust ?

I installed two 800# hoists from HF in my workshop and lift the mower up about 6' to change blades, and do whatever. Been doing it for 7-8 years.

I ran into that issue with a pulley on my 2200 52". I ended up grinding the rivets off, bought new bearings at the hardware store for $5, and used short screws with lock nuts to reassemble.

Wow. I purchased the Ferris system with the impeller, and it works fine. Sucks up everything. However, I initially got the Accelerator aluminum cage and use it more often. I pull a small utility trailer behind the mower, and can fill the trailer twice before I have to dump the grass/leaves.

Dang, never thought about that.

I had a similar issue with my 1500. Wondered why the deck moved when engaging the PTO. I use two electric hoists in my workshop to raise the whole mower, mostly for changing blades (every day), and found 3 bolts missing, and one about to fall out. The only thing keeping the engine in place...

I had the Michelin Tweel tires put on my 2200. Love them, don't have to worry about flats anymore. Also find they are a bit more aggressive than factory tires, probably due to larger footprint.

Yes. I installed a winch on my 2200, and it has saved me numerous times.