Kens Small Engines Quick Tip Kawasaki Oil and Oil Filters

[@fabfabber]

I bought a Scag Liberty Z 48" August of 2019. It has the Kawasaki FR651V. The recommended weight oil is 20W50 for the hotter summer temps here in south Louisiana.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Kawasaki offers their synthetic blend oil in 20W-50 but as you said use only in hot summer weather.

[@bryantwalley]

Yep. Same here over on the Gulf Coast

[@stackzent.tv3]

@@KensSmallEngineRepairwhat you mean by hot 80 degrees and above?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

@@stackzent.tv3 Here in the northeast I would say 90 degrees F or higher

[@fabfabber]

@@stackzent.tv3 Here in south LA, 80 degrees is the temp at night!!

[@travisricks3436]

I just bought a new 2021 Hustler Fastrak 48 with the 22 horsepower Kawasaki FT691V engine. It has the Kawasaki 49065-0721 oil filter.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Ken. Good tip on the oil. I will probably use good old 10/30 in my 2 JD's as one is a 1986 and one is a 1996. But on the newer stuff even I should check the manuals now. LOL

[@AliMackMechanical]

Nice one straight to the point bud I do like your tips Ken mate no messing straight to it.👍

[@M70ACARRY]

My FR651 came with the bigger filter, but the smaller 7007 is about the only one I can source.

[@fabfabber]

I use either Mobil 1 or Bosch Distance Plus oil filters. The Mobil 1 has a 99.7% first pass efficiency while the Bosch has a 99.9%.

[@lgdeh9058]

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[@fabfabber]

@@lgdeh9058 Not sure what to make of your comment.

[@fabfabber]

Either filter is an excellent choice. First pass efficiency refers to the amount of particles trapped by the filter after the oil has been circulated thru the filter.

[@russellmaddock3492]

Enjoyed your very informative video. Just got a new Exmark Radius S series with the 22 hp Kawasaki FX691V V-Twin 726 cc engine. I was wondering if it is safe to use the same filter, I have been using for 5 years on my Kohler Command 22 hp vertical engine. The filter is a Stens larger capacity 120-626 oil filter. OD: 3 " Made By: An OEM supplier Height: 4 13/16 " Thread: 3/4 "-16 Micron: 28 8-11 PSI pressure relief valve Anti-drain valve Like I stated, been using this filter for 5 years and nearly 500 hours on my Kohler Command 22 hp engine with no issue whatsoever. I have a half dozen of these filters and plan on using one on my Exmark with the Kawasaki FX691V engine if it safe to do so. That is after the brake in period is completed and it's time for new oil and filter. I already have a case of Kawasaki muti blend 10w40 to replace the brake in oil. Just wondering your thoughts on the larger capacity filter? I know the OEM filter has a tad lower PSI pressure relief valve setting. That is my only concern with the larger Stens filter. Thanks for your expertise, Ken. Russell in southeastern MI.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I’ve used the larger one with no noticeable difference in oil(visually) over using the smaller filter. I’d have to see a before and after particulate test for both filters to make an honest call. A larger filter would have more surface area so it should trap more dirt, theoretically.

[@skittykitty1000]

The dealer near me told me Kawasaki said 20w50 for all engines in the south. I live in Alabama is this accurate or should I be using 10w40?

[@skittykitty1000]

@john scimeca Thank you!

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I still use 10-30 in them. No problems in 20 years, as long as you change it!!

[@skittykitty1000]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair well mine was using oil and letting out a white puff of smoke on startup. The 20w50 eliminated both issues just wanted to make sure Kawasaki meant 20w50 and wasn't told that by mistake.

[@jiminy293]

@@skittykitty1000 I read in the manual for the engine from the kawasaki website that hot climate also recommended 20w-50 however 10w-30 was the next tier town in avg climate temp. so I guess either one is fine.

[@skittykitty1000]

@@jiminy293 They went to 20w50 for southeast and I assume southwest US because there are oil consumption issues when using 10w30. Mine had that problem and Kawasakis remedy was to ise 20w50.

[@ikeyeet8312]

Im using this till i'm outa warranty, then shell rotella T6 15w40.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I love Rotella! And it’s cheaper too!

[@ikeyeet8312]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair I run the 5w40 in generator and atv.

[@BetUBetterB]

I wish it was $4.50, Try bout $13 bucks a qt. now and 16$ For the Filter almost $50 bucks per oil change. 5X on my mower last season. I think it's ridiculous how we have to pay such mark-ups .

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

5 bucks a quart my cost today, 12 for the filter

[@martinschulz9381]

Use small engine oil and not automotive oil in the correct viscosity. Automotive oil is blended for fuel economy and for the emission control system in the cars, and small engine oil is blended for air cooled engines and has higher levels of Zinc and other anti wear additives.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Not all have Zinc but the KAW oil does! Thanks for watching!

[@danteerskine7678]

​@@KensSmallEngineRepairsmall engines don't give a rat ass about what oil to use. My Gen manual calls for api se grade or higher. A lot of you seemed to forget that DEUTZ still makes air cooled 4 stroke diesel engines and diesel engines oils are formulated for that purpose, it's not a coincidence if diesel engine oils have a "s" rating.

[@jmilan67]

Your oil quarts have 4.50 written on them. Is that their price? If so, how did you find it so cheap?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

If I buy by the case it’s even cheaper. I usually by multiple cases and pay about 4 dollars a quart from one of my parts suppliers who I do business with each week.

[@generic_official]

What oil is best for the FR600V? Under the hood it says SAE 10W30, but someone told me 15W50 synthetic is better.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I use 10W-30 in those

[@gregwilliams2066]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair also have the 18 hp fr600v. should i go with 10w30 or their 10w40. i live in st louis. also, are there other oil filters i should get, or stay with the 0724? thanks

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

@@gregwilliams2066 if you are using it in temps over 90F use the 10w-40, otherwise the 10w-30 is fine. Any of KAW filters are ok but the 7007 is the stock callout for that engine

[@gregwilliams2066]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair thanks, yes using the 10w40. dealer sold me the 7024 filter though. hmmm.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

@@gregwilliams2066 the 7024 is fine.

[@user-ep6my3vj2d]

Which type motor oíl you recomienda for a Z900, 1976?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I would say any oil certified JASO that has Zinc in it (ZDDP) like a Shell Rotella T 15w-40 would work fine

[@user-ep6my3vj2d]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair thanks a lot. It seems your recommendation accurate compare with 10-30 now is it.

[@backwoodspacker941]

Can you use Kohler oil filter on Kawasaki engine on gravely mowers?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

The Briggs, Kohler, and Kawasaki interchange in my experience

[@philliphall5198]

Make dang sure that it’s the right filter and long enough not to block oil flow I like the longer one and oem filters

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I hear Wix is the best for oil and hydraulic filters

[@s-s-p704]

the next time i see you live on a panel i will let you know a oil story.....lol

[@eddystocks7857]

Do these filters break to loosen to left or right.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

CCW to loosen. Righty Tighty Lefty Loosey

[@eddystocks7857]

Thank you sir. It was just a little tight. Made me wonder. But thanks again

[@samuelhelderman]

$13 quart in Lowe’s today.

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

That’s crazy expensive!

[@Tampaboys]

Great tips buddy really great video

[@jeremymcclanahan2389]

$4.50/qt... where in the world u located...ill take a case

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Connecticut

[@roystheboy]

Hi good tips there but wheres the Torch plugs

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Roy I’m saving them for a necklace I’m making for you!!

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

Very good tip brother thanks 😊

[@lsxjunkie]

Does the Wix 51394 work on the fs691?

[@bluegrassdroneguy3495]

Where you find oil for $4.50 ?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

That was 2 years ago!! $6.50 now!

[@yzrippin]

After spending hours on Bob's the oil guy forums you'll come to the same conclusion go run a Fram XG filter and Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0-40 Euro

[@Ozzie4Para]

So the FR691V should use a synthetic blend vs regular oil?

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I like their blend. Regular Dino oil works too, just change it when needed

[@philliphall5198]

West Texas it’s 20w50

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Hot environments I would do the same. To hot for me lol!

[@BillChase-qm8ud]

my manual says SAE 40

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

Don’t see that viscosity here anywhere

[@BillChase-qm8ud]

my Kawasaki manual say SAE#40

[@BillChase-qm8ud]

@@KensSmallEngineRepair not for the mower but for the motor

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

@@BillChase-qm8ud my dealer doesn’t sell 40w but I see Lowes sells Kawasaki 40weight. I may look into it as i service many KAW V twins

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍

[@Mega07]

AmsOil is best and Kawasaki does not make their own oil

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I believe Mystic makes their oil. Open to correction. Thanks for watching

[@shanepipkin4041]

amsoil small engine don't have enough zinc don't use it

[@martinschulz9381]

The Kawasaki filters are better and no longer mo(Not automotive oil.)

[@KensSmallEngineRepair]

I’ve swapped out all 3 in a pinch, even the new Chinese MTD Powermore brand. As long as the threads are the same and the gasket lines up you are good to go. Just don’t use an oil filter in place of a hydraulic filter on a hydro machine! Thanks for watching!