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Kawasaki used the 0743 at one point as an attempt to use the same part across all engine models. They quickly found out that this does not work the best. The 0743 is the number one coil for the 852 and 999cc series engines. The coils listed above are the service numbers for the 603 and 726cc models.

The issue is likely not using OEM parts. You might have saved a few bucks, but it has cost you a lot of time. The Kawasaki replacement coil part number is either 21171-0740 or 21171-0809 (new, superseded number). Make sure the air gap is set correctly. Coils will get very hot with heat soak from...

With all due respect, you need to brush up on your oil knowledge. Things have changed.

I would love to see the science behind that.

It is advertised to cut oil consumption in half.

Kawasaki does not recommend any particular oil. That is why there are choices. Kawasaki does suggest 10W40 over SAE30 in the vertical twins for example. 20W50 in the hotter climates for better oil control. The new Pro50 is highly recommended. There is no better oil technology available than this...

Yes, most Kawasaki engines will use around 15-20ccs per hour.

The oil capacity with a filter change is 2.4 qts. You cannot fully drain the crankcase when doing an oil change so check it after 2 qts. You’re likely fine. The updated dipstick just increases the margin of error for those that do not check their oil level regularly.

You likely need to reset the static governor adjustment.

The only difference is the shape. One is short and fat, the other is tall and skinny. Either will work on your 852cc block. It depends on if the tall one would interfere with something on the mower side. The skinny/tall fits all Kawasaki engines. The short/fat fits FR, FS, FT and FX only.

The oil is API SL rated. This puts it at between 900 and 1200 ppm.

Kawasaki has never use RTV. TB1207B is what the factory used. Nice try though.

Don't be too hard on yourself. You are no difference that most mower owners. That is why Kawasaki changed their owners manuals to changing oil annually. Trying to increase the margin of error. But, owners still ignore this as well. At least you own your error, great job for that. Many owners and...

Useless? That makes zero sense. Kawasaki’s minimum compression spec is with the ACR taken into consideration.

It is likely FR691VAS29R for the model code if it is a 2015 build.