In this video I show you how to replace your: air filter, fuel filter, oil and filter, and spark plugs. I bought my kit from tractor supply for $56 total. It takes approx 25-45 mins to do the entire job with basic hand tools.
Thanks for the tutorial. I would add a number of things. I think this was a great opportunity to show how things are done but 23 hours is a little early for a lot of that maintenance. Oil change interval on that engine is first change at 5 hours (it has break in oil installed) and after that cub cadet recommends every 50 hours. Kohler recommends every 100 hours. Most people seem to do it at the end of the season unless they are putting a lot of hours on it. Kohler sells a long interval oil kit as well for 300 hours but I'm not sure I'd feel confident going that long. The Air Filter looked really good, and the prefilter is washable, just let it air dry before reinstalling it. The fuel filter clearly had spectacular flow and was not in need of replacement yet. Sparkplugs generally shouldn't need to be replaced this early either, clamping it off can prevent the gasoline spills. Yours looked to be in excellent condition. For spark plugs, you can actually clean them up in your case (some ash and carbon but nothing serious) and regap them as long as the electrode isn't eroded and the ceramic is not cracked or discolored Assuming of course, that they were otherwise performing well.)
Great info all around brother. I made the video to show people how to do it if they have to. I know I could have done everything as you said. Thanks for the good info again and thanks for the feedback my brother.
I have a 42” and this is a good video! Next thing I have to do is align the front wheels. I just leveled the blades. I got this bad boy last year with 17 hours and paid $1k!
Thanks for this detailed video! I have an LTX 1040 Automatic with a Kohler Courage 19 engine , and it is pretty close to yours. of this video. This will be the video to watch over and over until I master the process . When I turn the key, I saw 72.3 hours, and I have no idea that it means since I am not the original owner.
Congrats on the newly acquired tractor. The hours mean nothing without knowing the last time they maintained it. If I were you I would definitely do a tune up now so at least you know it was done and then you have more info till the next time it’s due. Let me know how you make out and if you have any questions.
I just did the whole job. Went smooth, running like new again. I also followed another guys advice about cleaning out the old dead grass from under the seat area where the controls for F & R are. Also a great improvement. Like a new machine. I have over 100 hours now. Thank you
You can use a small vise grip. The small amount of spill isn’t that much brother. You don’t want to damage the line so use caution and you’ll be good to go. Let me know how you make out and thanks for the feedback.
@@yellowlingling748 www.homedepot.com/p/Core-Gear-14-oz-Standard-Duty-Grease-Gun-CG321/205744125? Is the grease gun I use. And for the grease I like www.homedepot.com/p/Lucas-Oil-14-oz-Red-N-Tacky-Grease-10005/202521504?
I have not started the tractor since last season. Can we still drain the oil out without running the tractor to warm it up? It’s like 65 degrees?🤷♀️ What do you recommend?
Start it up and get it warm. It’s not going to harm anything. You want the contaminants to get all mixed up and it helps with making the oil drain faster/properly too.
I cringed when I saw you pull of that air filter and all the dirt and debris that could have fallen in the carb. Please, blow it all off and remove the foam pre filter before taking off the paper filter.
Omg ur tractor is super clean do u even use it ? If I didn't see the grass on the wheels I would think u never did Thanx for video very interesting . My tractor sucks but it is what it is lol🚜
@@annettevee1557 lol I keep my equipment as clean as possible. Take care of your equipment and it will last and take care of you. My papi always told me that.
@@MrV2u I agree. Keep it as clean as you can. But things get busy and sometimes you can only do what you can. I'm guilty of not keeping everything like I should. That's what winter is for. Slow times mean clean equipment. Plus it helps seasonable employees to have a paycheck for as long as possible.