I have a CV740-0011 that is about 15 years old. Been in my possession since day one. Mobil 1 oil changes, etc. A few years ago blew a seal. I pulled the motor, regasket, updated parts. The cross hatch looked like new in the cylinders. I thought everything inside looked good. Flattened both heads on a granite calibrated stone. Mower runs great with 100 hours on it since the rebuild.
BUT ... I am seeing metal shimmer in the oil when I dump it. I just dumped oil, ran 20 hours, and now end of season dumped again to inspect. I took a video for a buddy to ask questions: https://photos.app.goo.gl/673M4EH4H4F3KmFm6
I'm assuming rod or crank bearings on their way out. Should I just pull the engine, replace rod and crank bearings with std size, and keep on trucking? (I guess I'm asking, on these mowers, is this generally ok at this stage). Assuming nothing has spun of course (which I doubt). Or ... ? Would appreciate any feedback!
BUT ... I am seeing metal shimmer in the oil when I dump it. I just dumped oil, ran 20 hours, and now end of season dumped again to inspect. I took a video for a buddy to ask questions: https://photos.app.goo.gl/673M4EH4H4F3KmFm6
I'm assuming rod or crank bearings on their way out. Should I just pull the engine, replace rod and crank bearings with std size, and keep on trucking? (I guess I'm asking, on these mowers, is this generally ok at this stage). Assuming nothing has spun of course (which I doubt). Or ... ? Would appreciate any feedback!
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