Ikon XD 52 oil change, which oil?

[Cb83]

In my owner's manual it shows 10w30/40 or sae 30 for my temperature I'm operating at. Which is the best to use? It clearly states right below the oil chart that multi grade oil will increase oil consumption. Should I go with the sae 30 then?

 

[ILENGINE]

Use whatever oil you want to use. You may just have to check the oil level before using the mower, which you should be doing anyway. It won't have enough increase oil consumption,if at all, using multigrade oil over straight 30w to worry about. Unless you are planning on using the mower more than 8 hours at a stretch before refilling with gas, and checking the oil, and other things.

The most important thing is having oil and the correct amount of oil, not what grade of oil is in the engine.

 

[slomo]

Should I go with the sae 30 then?

Yes, all day long. Wallyworld SAE 30w SG rated, full of zddp.

 

[slomo]

The most important thing is having oil and the correct amount of oil, not what grade of oil is in the engine.

Cha' ching! We have a winner!

I'd love to find some SAE 40w that isn't over priced.

 

[bullet bob]

Yes, all day long. Wallyworld SAE 30w SG rated, full of zddp.

This work? https://www.walmart.com/ip/Super-Te...erId=0&wmlspartner=wlpa&gStoreCode=1264&gQT=0

 

[shurguywutt]

Even better get some Mobil Delvac 15w-40 for about the same price ($15).

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mobil-De...5231658403&athposb=0&athena=true&athbdg=L1600

SAE 30 will do a fine job but I found my ZT having a hard time turning over during the cooler months when I was running it.

 

[slomo]

This work? https://www.walmart.com/ip/Super-Te...erId=0&wmlspartner=wlpa&gStoreCode=1264&gQT=0

That's the one. I buy the gallon jugs. Run it in everything 4 stroke. Runs really clean too.

 

[EverettFumbler]

This answers my ? as well, thanks to all. Sure agree with the shroud wisdom. Like this website!

 

[Skippydiesel]

Even better get some Mobil Delvac 15w-40 for about the same price ($15).

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mobil-De...5231658403&athposb=0&athena=true&athbdg=L1600

SAE 30 will do a fine job but I found my ZT having a hard time turning over during the cooler months when I was running it.

In cooler climates multigrades have the advantage over mono's for the very reason you have mentioned.
Multigrades are less viscous at lower temperatures than monos, so offer less resistance to cranking (easier faster starting) and better cold engine circulation.

Cold weather also reduces the speed of chemical reaction, that generates electrical power, in your battery, for your starting circuit.
Winter is when most marginal battery's show their age.
A poorly performing battery will eventually damage your starter motor -$$$$
The prudent owner will change the battery as soon as its deteriorating performance has been confirmed. I go for one overnight charge - the battery will usually give good performance straight after the charge. If on the way out, show diminished cranking ability on subsequent starts - REPLACE.