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Doing the scheduled valve adjustment also gives you a chance to check for trash in the cooling fins and oil leaks. I like the composite valve covers on my Kohler. The valve covers use o-ring style gaskets that are recessed into to covers. Just change out the o-ring gasket at each valve...

I think Kawasaki recommends valve adjustments every 300 hours for the FR691V. Kohler recommends every 400 hours for my ZT740. I did my 400 hour valve adjustment last week. All four were tight. Valve adjustments are not something to let slide.

Low idle speed is 1,750 rpm.

If you are cutting the grass, you need to cut at wide open throttle ( maximum RPMs).

Maximum RPMs 3,000

If it's leaving "stringers", you deck isn't leveled properly, your blades are dull, or your maximum RPMs are too low. Changing the deck size isn't going to correct your problem. In fact, it could make it worse.

I ran into oil filter problems with a Toro/Loncin 708cc engine. The filter was a WIX. I looked at Predator's (Loncin) advise about oil filters. They recommended STP S4967 or FRAM 4967 as acceptable aftermarket applications. I observed the difference between the STP, FRAM, and WIX filters. The...

Yeah, the offset is critical too. I suppose that you are stuck with OEM rims.

I put an Echo Speed Feed 400 head on my FS 56. It's a better option than the Stihl bump feed head.

I assume that conventional mower means a tractor style rider. What did you get?

There are probably some aftermarket options for the wheels. Wheel diameter, wheel rim width, and bolt pattern will be needed.

Will this do? https://cutlers.com/products/2070-5?srsltid=AfmBOooFXGc9Q-HaH8RjBemI3gbrNtWbEFC69QJVLcbJrM7nKscRWlzy_TY

Could you please supply your Walker model number and serial number?

Same here. I replaced a worn out 10 year old SRM225 with a Stihl FS56. I have exactly the same complaints about the ergonomics and overall balance of the machine. Now this is my personal opinion. Head to head, the Echo SRM225 is better than the Stihl FS56.

The Echo You Can fuel system kit 225 is the way to go for do-it-yourselfers. https://www.homedepot.com/p/ECHO-YOUCAN-Fuel-System-Kit-225-Series-Models-90251Y/320474609?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&fp=ggl

Or, straight gas.

I just looked at the service manual. I don't see a fuel pump of any style. This may be a gravity feed system. https://techcomm.rehlko.com/techcomm/pdf/24_690_06_EN.pdf

Your lines may be crossed. "Fresh fuel right before it quit" Dump that fuel and add fresh 50:1 mix. Make sure it's mixed fuel.

@Auto Doc's Scroll right and it shows tank assembly parts. The sending unit is $255 and change.

I hope that he engaged the hydro bypass before dragging it.

For sure. It would be nice if someone could come up with one for the Confidant (ZT) series.

You can go to the websites of Rotary, Oregon, or Stens. Put in your Toro part number and get several aftermarket alternatives. The blades length, width, thickness, and center hole diameter are listed for each particular blade. Deck size will not always get you the correct blade. What is the...

Do you have an operators manual? https://www.ferrismowers.com/en-us/support/manuals

You are probably right on that. On the FS56, They did away with the grease port on the trimmer head.

Yeah, Echo has been a reliable and comfortable brand for me. I have an Echo commercial edger, an Echo commercial power pruner, and an old Poulan Pro (Husqvarna) chain saw. All have been really reliable and the ergonomics are good. The old Echo SRM225 was also like that. However, after 10 years...

I didn't say it was bad. I just flat out don't like it. There are better options out there and I made a mistake in buying it. I won't make that mistake again.

I hope mine doesn't last as long as my Echo did. I made a mistake buying the Stihl. I won't buy another or anything else made by Stihl

The balance is bad It's harder to start than the Echo. The choke knob is in a bad location and difficult to manipulate. The guard is a poor design. It burns more fuel than the Echo SRM225. There is no difference in power. The Echo SRM 225 is an all around better unit.

I despise my new Stihl FS 56. I should have bought another Echo. I was cussing the thing earlier this morning.

That sounds nasty! When was the last time the valves were adjusted?

Check everything that I layed out. Call before you order. https://www.propartsdirect.net/Kohler-Kit-Solenoid-Valve-2475750S.aspx?srsltid=AfmBOorEqqKQGdgi2BVJbuYacjIMwZOTFV6rEGZ7pmS-fqNO3bgG55Jr

Are you sure the solenoid is the problem? Check the wiring. Make sure that the hot wire isn't broken or the connection to the wiring harness isn't broken. Is there current? Remove the solenoid and see if the plunger is moving freely. Sometimes some liquid wrench can free it up. It looks like the...

Be a little more specific. Scrap old blades and install new blades? Remove dull blades and install sharpened blades? Generally, I scrap blades that aren't worth sharpening. I install sharpened blades every 12 hours.

Another example of someone purchasing a mower from Lowe's. It really doesn't matter if it's Lowe's, Home Depot, Tractor Supply, or some other big box store. They might be assembled under contract or at the store, by store personnel. A PDI done by a competent person isn't guaranteed. If...

Was this particular Toro bought at Tractor Supply?

Check and see if the blades are tight. Inspect the spindles. The engine must be off. Turn the blades by hand. Do they spin without noise. Is there any up and down or side to side play. Inspect pulleys. Do they spin without noise or play? Inspect belt. Is there any rubber missing or defects...

https://www.dixiechopper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2006-Operation-Manual.pdf

And, cut more grass.

My Gravely Pro Turn 260 was delivered at 3,300 RPMS. I turned it up to 3,600 RPMS. Remember when setting the RPMS, set at wide open throttle with no load. That means WITHOUT the PTO engaged. Check the engine manual for maximum RPMs. https://kawasakienginesusa.com/engines/fr-series/fr691v

Is there a hydraulic bypass for the transmission? Check and see if it's in the correct position.

Check the electrical connection at the PTO clutch.

I agree with @Tiger Small Engine. Briggs and Stratton isn't going to warranty the engine so there isn't any need for the dealer to do a tear down.

Scag has gone to the 40hp Vanguard for the new Turf Tigers. Kawasaki has the FD series water cooled engine. Kohler (Rehlko) has the 38hp Command Pro EFI.

It would certainly have to be rewired. I would think that Scag uses the same mounting pattern on each Turf Tiger 2 from that year.

Rehlko (Kohler) and Kawasaki are the other engine options. See if the dealer can get a better deal on either of those and is willing to rewire it.

Here's your fuel pump

I'm not a big fan of aftermarket fuel pumps. You might get one that works or you may not. Replace the fuel lines and filter. Use this fuel filter and install with the arrow pointing towards the carburetor.

I think it has the Loncin made engine on it.

Make sure the arrow on the fuel filter is pointing towards the carburetor.

True. Cars these days are running lower viscosity oil to achieve federally mandatory fuel mileage requirements. Also, air cooled automobiles are a thing of the past. My 22KW air cooled generator specifies 5W30 synthetic oil. I run a 0W40 or 5W40 European oil in it. That allows for easy cranking...