Recent content by ice

Well, this is my third season of mowing with a CC RZT 50. I have had no problems and have been pleased with the mower. My question is: How often should the belts be replaced for good performance and dependability, and how hard is it to replace them. I have replaced belts on tractor type mowers...

I decided to try to find a way to disconnect the reverse disconnect switch on my RZT50. The idea is to reduce the wear and tear on the PTO clutch. I found the switches at the base of the control arms and disconnected them. The base of the control arm has a cam shape to it. When you pull the...

I pulled my cub out the other day to start it and charge the battery a little. It has been stored in a yard barn for a couple of months and has not been started. It started ok but, the oil light blinked for a few minutes till the engine began to warm then the light went off. Question: Is it...

I`m not sure if this the right place to post this question. If this is the wrong forum, sorry. I have a Zero Turn mower that I have cleaned, greased, and sharpened the blades in preperation for next spring. I store the mower in a wood storage building. I may have to move it out from time to...

I would like some opinions about oil choices please. Some years back a shop owner that has many years of experience working on small engines told me that straight 30wt HD oil should be used in small air cooled engines. He said it was not a good idea to use multi-viscosity oil such as 10w-30 and...

Does anyone know whether the Kawasaki 22hp engines installed on CC mowers have solid, or hydraulic lifters?. Cannot find it mentioned in my owners manual anywhere.

I had a positive experience today and would like to share. Recently I bought a piece of equipment from tractor supply and had problems that cost me some money and aggrivation. After explaning my problem to the managers at the store where the equipment was purchased, to my surprise and 100%...