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I did a lot of research on zero turn mowers looking for the best value. I initially looked at most of the major brands but focused on Bad Boy and Kubota. I had a friend at work tell me about the Hustler mowers he and a few of his neighbors bought and were very satisfied with. His opinion carried weight because he is the type of guys that does a lot of research and usually makes very good decisions on purchasing good equipment. He bought the Hustler X-one commercial zero turn mower and was very happy with it.

I did more research between the three mower manufactures. I had to start a spreadsheet to compare all the design differences and options. I was really looking to buy a good used mower that I knew was taken care of. Found a nice 2005 Kubota 26hp diesel with under 500 hours in my father's subdivision and his friend helped maintain this mower. I thought this would be a good buy, but the owner wanted A LOT. I could buy a new mower, not Kubota, for the amount he wanted. So after this I focused on Hustler and Bad Boys.

It was tough decision both had good reputations and designs. Because of a couple of design differences and the outstanding warranty Hustler offers I went with Hustler. Now it was time to pick the model. We have 5.5 acres so I knew we would need a 60" deck. Wasn't sure about residential versus commercial, but after close comparison it was more about options. I ending up deciding on the Fastrak with the 24hp Kawasaki engine. I bought my Hustler Fastrak mower in December of 2012. It was a little while before I could really get to use it, but I must say I am very happy with it. It is the first time a operated a zero turn mower and picked it up quick. Even my wife jumped on it and was comfortable enough to start mowing against the house, which made me pucker a bit but she did good. I want this mower to last us the rest of our lives, so I plan on taking good care of it. I clean off all the grass and dirt of the motor, deck and belts after every mow. I also use AMSOIL 10W-30/SAE 30 Small Engine oil in my mower knowing this will give my engine the best possible protection. I hope this helps and God bless!

Based on the same concept, new AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OED) offers high-quality protection and performance for original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain intervals at an initial price comparable with other standard-drain synthetic diesel oils.

OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil meets API CJ-4 specifications and is suitable for modern and older, on- and off-road diesel applications.  It is an excellent entry-level product for customers who want to move up to synthetic quality, but won’t pay a significantly higher price than a conventional oil or aren’t initially interested in extending their drain intervals. 

OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is ideal for those applications excluded from the extended drain interval recommendations of Premium API CJ-4 Synthetic Diesel Oil due to persistent fuel dilution issues, including 2007 to present light-duty GM, Ford and Dodge diesel pickups and 2007 to 2009 Caterpillar C13 and C15 on-highway engines.  It exceeds the higher performance demands of modern engines and withstands the stress of heat, soot and acids to help prevent deposits, wear and corrosion.

Meets Emission System Requirements

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is a low-sulfated ash formulation that nmeets the requirements for low-emission quality diesel oil and protects under the most severe conditions found in modern diesel engines.  It is a compatible with all exhaust treatment devices and is designed for engines equipped with diesel particulate filters (DPF).

 Applications

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is recommended for diesel engines and, where appropriate, gasoline engines requiring any of the following specifications:

·         API CJ-4+, SM…

·         ACEA E9

·         DDC 93K218

·         Cummins CES 20081

·         MB 228.31

·         CAT ECF-3, ECF-2, ECF-1a

·         Mack EO-O Plus

·         Volvo VDS-4

·         MAN 3575

·         Renault RLD-3

·         MTU Type 2.1

Extreme –Temperature Performance

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated for improved heat and oxidation resistance over conventional petroleum oil for cleaner engine operation.  It maintains power and fuel efficiency for superior engine performance.  OE Diesel Oil’s dependable cold-temperature flow assures easier startup and improved post-startup protection.

 Resists Oil Consumption and Emissions

Due to its low rate of volatility (burn-off).  AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is able to reduce oil consumption and emissions.  It maintains film strength even during high temperature operating conditions to ensure dependable protection, performance and fuel efficiency.

 Controls Soot-Thickening and Wear

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated with premium synthetic base stocks and robust detergent/dispersant additives that keep soot particles from agglomerating and forming larger wear-causing particles.  It allows for optimal soot-related viscosity control to maintain stay-in grade performance.

 Article: AMSOIL Magazine:  AMSOIL INTRODUCES OE 15W-40 SYNTHETIC DIESEL OIL, June 2011

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Because they work to suspend contaminants and byproducts of combustion, it is not uncommon for gasoline and diesel oils to become dark in color.  It may be more noticeable in some applications.  It does not indicate the oil is failing or must be changed.

  Fortunately, a number of different tools are available that measure motor oil’s condition and its ability to continuously protect and perform its other vital functions.

  When motor oil exceeds its useful life or is impacted by a mechanical defect, it is most commonly becomes too thin to separate metal parts, too thick to pump or too acidic for continued use.

 TOO THIN

  When oil becomes too thin, it fails to provide the required oil film thickness to separate metal surfaces.  Different engine designs require different starting oil thickness or viscosity.  Viscosity at 100°C is one of the most highlighted oil prosperities and is a good indicator of adequate oil film thickness in an engine at operating temperature.

   A number of things can cause engine oil to become too thin to protect engine parts.  Excessive mechanical shear can thin oil to the point of causing issues with engine protection.  As motor oil cycles through the engine, it is exposed to shear strength.  Continuous exposure to these conditions causes oil built with inferior shear stability to thin excessively, leaving critical engine parts susceptible to metal to metal contact.

   Fuel contamination of the oil sump is another major cause of excessively thin engine oil.  Both gasoline and diesel fuel are thinner than engine oil and when mixed, the oil’s viscosity, film thickness and ability to separate parts are significantly reduced.  While a small amount of fuel dilution is relatively common and does not have a material impact on oil life, excessive fuel dilution in mechanically compromised equipment is much more harmful.

 TOO THICK

  When it comes to oil, although it may seem like “the thicker, the better,” oil that is too thick is just as detrimental as oil that is too thin.  Excessively thick oil is the most commonly discussed oil failure and the subject of many big oil company marketing campaigns.

   When oil becomes too thick to flow to engine parts, these areas are starved of oil, resulting in metal to metal contact that can lead to catastrophic engine damage.  The precursor to sludge is oil that has become much thicker than its original design.  The cause is a complex chemical reaction involving heat, combustion by products and oxygen combining to create chemical attack on the oil molecules.  The resulting chemical reaction creates a much thicker substance that does not flow or protect as well as the original oil.  When the reaction continues, sludge begins to form in areas of higher localized temperature and low flow.  While some varnish is normal, sludge is a sign of excessively degraded oil that needs to be replaced in order to inhibit sludge and varnish, the oil must resist attack by oxidation forces.  Synthetic base oils have a much higher level of saturated molecules that inherently resist the constant bombardment.  Additionally, antioxidants are added to either reduce the formation of free radical oxidation precursors or soak up these precursors once they form.

   Another cause of oil thickening, primarily affecting diesel oils, is excessive soot-loading in mechanically unsound engines.  Diesel oils are designed to handle some soot contamination, but when the soot overloads the available dispersants in the oil, the oil thickens.  The agglomerated soot particles reach a critical size and cause excessive wear commonly seen in diesel liners.

 TOO ACIDIC

Acids are a normal byproduct of burning fossil fuels.  Different fuel types, engines and combustion conditions create varying levels of acid formation.  These acids, transferred via blow-by gasses, are carried away to the engine oil.  Oils are designed with a detergent that neutralizes these acids before they accumulate and cause engine damage.  The detergent level is measured with a test called Total Base Number (TBN).  This measure of alkalinity drops over the life of the oil and reaches a critical level when the oil can no longer consume the acids created by combustion.  When TBN reaches a critical level, acids build up quickly and attack the surfaces most susceptible, including yellow metals and lead-lined bearings.  Without correction, this condition quickly worsens and results in excessive chemical wear.  Although less common, this failure mode can cause significant damage if left uncorrected.

  AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are formulated to provide a broad level of overall protection, evidenced by guaranteed extended drain intervals.  Synthetic base oils help resist oxidative decomposition, and a properly balanced, high-quality additive package helps keep contaminates in check and engines running for a long time.

 Article:  Three primary factors are normally responsible for oil failure.  AMSOIL magazine June 2011

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10W-40 (XLO) API SN, SM, ACEA A1/B1

AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils provide superior multifunctional benefits for the special requirments of motorcycle applications.  These exclusive AMSOIL formulations provide outstanding protection for hot-running American and foreign motorcycle engines, transmissions and primary chaincases.

  AMSOIL 20W-50 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil (MCV) is recommended for liquid or air cooled four-stroke motorcycle engines calling for a 15W-50 or 20W-50 oil, while also providing superior protection for transmissions and primary chaincases.

  AMSOIL 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil (MCF) is recommended for liquid or air cooled four-stroke motorcycle engines calling for a 1)W-40 or 20W-40 oil, while also providing superior protection for transmissions.

  AMSOIL 10W-30 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil (MCT) is recommended for liquid or air cooled four-stroke motorcycle, scooter, ATV and UTV engines calling for a 10W-30 oil, while also providing superior protection for transmissions.

 AMSOIL Formula 4-Stroke 10W-30 (WCT) and 10W-40 (WCF) Marine Synthetic Motor Oils provide superior wear protection, viscosity stability, low volatility and excellent low-temp fluidity in four-stroke gasoline fueled marine engines.

  AMSOIL hp Injector Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (HPI) provides maximum protection and performance in direct fuel injected (DFI), electronic fuel injected (EFI) and carbureted two-cycle outboard motors.

  AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (AIT) provides maximum protection and performance in two cycle personal watercraft and jet boats.

  AMSOIL Dominator Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (TDR) provides maximum protection and performance in high performance and racing two-cycle boat motors.

  AMSOIL Saber Outboard Synthetic 100:1 Pre-Mix 2-Cycle Oil (ATO) provides maximum protection and performance at lean mix rations in pre-mix boating applications.

AMSOIL Formula 4-Stoke Synthetic Small Engine Oil (ASE) is a robust formulation ideal for the hot temperature, severe-service operating conditions of four stroke lawn care equipment.   Formula4-Stroke Synthetic Small Engine Oil resists heat and reduces oil consumption, and it provides excellent protection for transmission systems.

  AMSOIL Saber Professional Synthetic 100:1 Pre-Mix 2- Cycle Oil (ATP) is formulated with exclusive AMSOIL synthetic base oils and premium additives, providing outstanding protection for two-cycle lawn care equipment.  Designed for lean mix rations, Saber Professional offers excellent lubricity and cleanliness properties, controlling friction and protecting against wear, plug fouling, ring sticking and exhaust port blocking.

AMSOIL Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports Synthetic Motor Oil (AFF) is specifically formulated for four-stroke powersports equipment such as ATVs.  Its broad viscosity range and wax free formulation make it excellent for use in both hot and cold temperature extremes.

  Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports Oil is wet-clutch compatible and contains no friction modifiers, making it ideal for both two and four-stroke ATV transmissions.  The friction modifier free formulation is designed to prevent clutch slippage, delivering maximum torque and power to the wheels – a critical feature for towing or high horsepower engines.

AMSOIL 10W-40 Formula 4-Stroke Synthetic Scooter Oil (ASO) is formulated specifically to meet the special needs of today’s high tech air and water cooled four-stoke motorized scooters, offering superior wear protection and friction reduction for longer equipment life and cooler operating temperatures.

  Formula 4-Stroke Synthetic Scooter Oil delivers exceptional shear stability, ensuring consistent viscosity protection and providing additional protection and providing additional protection for transmissions and gear boxes.  Its friction modifier free formulation ensures wet-clutch compatibility and smooth clutch operation.

AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils provide maximum protection and performance in high stress, high reviving two cycle dirt bike engines, providing maximum wear protection, controlling engine operating temperatures, increasing power output, keeping engines clean and reducing smoke, odor and emissions.

  Interceptor Synthetic 2-Cycle oil (AIT) provides superior protection for two-cycle motorcycle engines.

  Dominator Synthetic 2-Cycle Racing Oil (TDR) is specially engineered to provide superior protection in high performance and racing two-cycle engines.

Engineered for both gasoline and diesel engines and automatic transmissions, new AMSOIL Engine and Transmission Flush helps restore operating efficiency, increase fuel mileage and reduce emissions.  Its potent formula cleans sludge and deposit build-up, promoting lower operating temperatures and reduced oil consumption.  Detergent based AMSOIL Engine and Transmission Flush is safe on parts and can be easily disposed of with waste oil.

New engines and transmissions run more efficiently, but gather harmful deposits over time that cause power and performance loss.  Stop and go driving, prolonged idling, short trips that do not allow the engine to reach full operating temperature, towing, ingestion of airborne dirt, fuel dilution, water condensation and oxidized oil all can promote sludge build-up.  As it settles, sludge clogs narrow oil passages, restricting oil flow to vital parts, especially in an engine’s upper valve train area.

  In transmissions, deposits can form on clutch plates, causing hesitation and erratic shifting.  Ultimately clutch glazing can set in, reducing the life of the transmission.

  Installing new oil or transmission fluid into dirty equipment may not be enough to remove deposits and increase efficiency.  The detergents and dispersants in some lubricants may not be able to handle leftover sludge and deposits, and the new lubricant soon becomes unfit for service, accelerating the formation of even more harmful deposits.

Unlike many flush products, AMSOIL Engine and Transmission Flush features a multi-use formulation that dissolves and disperses sludge, varnish and deposits in both engines and automatic transmissions.  Its advanced detergent based formula provides safe cleaning action, and can be disposed of with waste oil.  AMSOIL Engine and Transmission Flush is compatible with both petroleum and synthetic oils and it prepares vehicles for installation of AMSOIL Synthetic lubricants.  It represents the first step toward restoring equipment to top-notch performance, providing the following benefits in only one treatment:

-          Helps lossen sticky valves and rings, minimizing blow-by and  reducing emissions.

-          Promotes lower operating temperatures through deposit removal.

-          Easy disposal.

-          Helps quiet lifter noise.

-          Cleans deposits in oil cooler and ports.

-          Clears fluid passages.

-          Cleans deposits from clutch plates, helping improve erratic shifts.

-          Promotes smoother operation and transmission life through reduced shift delay.

AMSOIL Engine and Transmission Flush is recommended for diesel and gasoline engines and automatic transmissions.  It is not recommended for CVT transmissions or differentials.

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  AMSOIL has developed a new line of heavy duty greases designed to excel in the extreme environments seen in heavy duty off road equipment.  New AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease combines an over based calcium sulfonate complex thickener and a proprietary synthetic polymeric system to provide outstanding performance in heavy duty off road applications.

  AMSOIL developed an exclusive synthetic polymeric system custom-built to provide performance benefits specific to off road equipment.  This synthetic technology helps give AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease tenacious cling ability and maximum pound out resistance over extended service intervals, even in wet conditions.

  Greased components in heavy equipment are subjected to serious abuse.  For example, when the operator of a front-end loader slams the machine’s bucket up and down to shake out debris and dirt, all the strain of that action is placed on the grease.  Virtually all heavy-duty off-road equipment operates under similar heavy load conditions.  The extreme impact created in this environment forces all of that heavy strain onto places where the equipment pivots, relying on the grease to prevent metal to metal contact.  Lesser quality greases cannot stand the load and are pounded out of the impact area.  When pound out happens, heavily loaded components are left non-lubricated, which can result in metal to metal contact and serious wear.  Also, one of a grease’s main function is to seal around the perimeter of the greased component, preventing contaminants such as dirt and water from entering the component causing more wear.  Pound out leaves equipment exposed to potentially heavy damaging amounts of contaminants.

  AMSOIL Off-Road Grease’s exclusive synthetic polymeric technology provides exceptional adhesion and cohesion properties.  It has been engineered to resist pound out better than other greases in heavy-load bearing, extreme pressure applications and stay in place longer, providing exceptional lubrication over extended service intervals and reducing the damaging effects of missed grease points.

  AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease features a calcium-sulfonate complex thickener for enchanced extreme pressure performance.  Calcium-sulfonate complex is the ideal thickener for off-road grease.  Its inherent extreme pressure benefits deliver excellent impact resistance.

  AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease is 5% moly-fortified and meets Caterpillar’s requirement for pin and bushing applications.  Its high Timken OK load and excellent four-ball weld test results are proof of its exceptional load bearing abilities.

  Greased components on heavy equipment are frequently exposed to wet conditions.  AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease resists water washout to maintain the external seal on greased components and help prevent water and other contaminants from entering the component’s wear prone areas.

  AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease provides serious severe duty performance over extended service intervals.  Field testing has proven that Off-Road Grease can lengthen lubrication intervals by 50% over competitive products, reducing servicing frequency and associated labor costs.  AMSOIL Off-Road Grease maximizes equipment uptime and reduces grease usage while providing exceptional protection.

  AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease is ideal for heavy-duty bearing applications operating in tough conditions, including power shovels, drag lines, wheel and track loaders, excavators, bulldozers, skid steers and other heavy-duty equipment.  It excels at protecting heavily loaded points such as pivot pins, king pins and bushings.

  AMSOIL Off-Road Grease is compatible with most other greases on the market.  It is not compatible with greases formulated with calcium complex, conventional polyurea and clay thickeners.

  There is no ASTM-certified test that measures pound-out resistance.  AMSOIL identified pound-out resistance as a critical requirement for grease used in off-road equipment and defined a new performance parameter and test to define the grease’s pound-out resistance capabilities.

  The device uses compressed air to generate a controlled amount of force delivered from a metal rod.  The sample grease is placed on a metal stand, enclosed in a clear plastic sleeve and placed in the impact zone.  The operator simply pushes a button and the metal rod slams down into the grease.  The Impact Simulator can be calibrated to deliver a specified amount of force, making it a safe, accurate demonstration of pound-out resistance properties.

  This impressive demonstration dramatically proves that, under heavy loads, AMSOIL Off-Road Grease stays in place to provide excellent protection and maintains its seal to prevent contaminants from penetrating wear prone areas.  Similar to the regular extreme impact faced by greased components of heavy-duty equipment, the Impact Demonstrator puts AMSOIL Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease’s superior adhesion and cohesion properties clearly on display.  While competitive greases explode from the impact zone after one shot, AMSOIL Off-Road Grease remains intact after several shots.

  Want more information about AMSOIL motor oils or gear lubes or a look at our other products?  Order one of our free catalogs or look up the AMSOIL products for your vehicle on AMSOL online application guide.

It’s All in the Formulation

In the early days of automotive lubrication, motor oil was just plain base oil.  When wax modifier was added to the base oil in the 1930s  to address the problems created by wax residue, the motor oil additive market was born.  Today, motor oils contain a wide variety of additives designed to improve their protection and performance capabilities.   Motor oil additives serve three essential functions:  protecting metal surfaces, expanding the lubricant’s application range and extending the lubricant’s life.

SURFACE PROTECION OIL ADDITIVES

Surface protection additives effectively address issues related to metal surfaces:

Performance Additives

A second group of additives serves to improve the lubricant’s  performance:

Protection Additives

A third group of additives works to extend the service life of the lubricant.

      eliminating free radical reactions.

Combining the industry’s premier synthetic technology with AMSOIL premium additives, AMSOIL synthetic motor oils exceed the high performance demands of modern engines, effectively withstanding the stress of higher horsepower, higher heat and complicated emission control systems.  AMSOIL synthetic motor oils consistently outperform competitive conventional and synthetic motor oils for superior protection and performance over extended drain intervals.  Check out the online application guide to find the AMSOIL synthetic motor oil and oil filter for your application.

Drive train Lubricants

Although gear oil faces many of the same challenges as motor oil, it also has additional responsibilities, such as carrying damaging wear debris away from contact zones and muffing the sound of gear operation.  Gear oils are placed under extreme are placed under extreme levels of pressure, often leading to boundary lubrication conditions (when a full fluid film does not exist between surfaces).  Differentials in cars and trucks feature a ring-and-pinion hypoid gear set that can experience boundary lubrication, pressures and sliding action that can wipe most of the lubricant off the gears.  Extreme-pressure additives are added to the gear oil in order to provide additional protection within this extreme environment.

Additional challenges faced by gear oils include rust and corrosion protection.  Because many of the components found in the drive train consist of ferrous material, drive trains are more susceptible to rust and corrosion than engines.

  Gear sets found in the drive train can be noisy and may be subjected to shock loading conditions.  The viscosity and extreme pressure formulation of gear oil quiets gears and dissipates shock loading.

  The rotating motion of gear sets churns the gear lube, subjected it to foaming and significantly reduced load carrying capacity.  When gear teeth come into contact with each other, trapped air bubbles compress and reduce the thickness of the separating oil film, leading to direct metal-to-metal contact and increased wear levels.  Only the air is compressible, the oil is not.  The gear oil must have the ability to dissipate this entrapped air, ensuring a sufficient lubricating film exists to protect the gears from contact wear.

  Want more information about AMSOIL motor oils or gear lubes or a look at our other products?  Order one of our free catalogs or look up the AMSOIL products for your vehicle on AMSOL online application guide.

Crankcase Breather Applications

AMSOIL EaAB Crankcase Breather Filters provide excellent oil vapor control, increased efficiency and superior engine performance in street rod and racing applications.  EaAB Filters are a perfect complement to EaAR Filters, ensuring superior air filtration in high-performance and severe-service applications.

Why Are Crankcase Breathers Necessary?

Pressure builds in the engine crankcase due to vapor from hot engine oil and from exhaust gases that escape past the piston rings.  A crankcase breather system is used to release this pressure.  If the breather system becomes blocked, the crankcase pressure builds internally.  As the pressure increases, the oil can push through the area offering the least resistance, such as the dipstick or a seal.  Crankcase breather filters are employed to ensure the crankcase does not become blocked with foreign materials as pressurized gases escape.

AMSOIL EaAB Filters

AMSOIL EaAB Filters are compatible with engines, transmissions and oil tanks, but are mainly designed for installation on valve covers used in high-performance and racing applications.  EaAB Filters clamp directly to rubber tubing or push into rubber grommets.  The EaAB-1511, EaAB-1513 and EaAB-1514 feature a chrome shield for added protection from direct contact with dirt and grime, and all EaAB Filters feature a chrome ring with AMSOIL engraved into the top.  The EaAB-1491 is a push-in filter, and the others are all clamp-on designs.

Quality Construction

AMSOIL EaAB Filters are manufactured with the same super high-quality synthetic nanofibers used in other Ea Filters.  Their wire-backed pleats provide additional strength and filter longevity.  The signature AMSOIL Ea blue media and chrome detailing make these filters an attractive fit.

Cleanable

AMSOIL EaAB Filters are cleanable, offering longer filter life.  They are cleaned in the same manner as other Ea Air Filters: using either low-pressure shop is on the clean side or a vacuum on the dirty side.

Applications

AMSOIL EaAB Filters are available for vehicles and equipment that can accept breather elements.  The breathers are designed for installation on engine valve covers and other breather tubes, but can also be used on transmissions and industrial equipment. 

In addition to making the best synthetic motor oil AMSOIL carries some of the best filters available.  Balancing flow with filtration, AMSOIL filters give your vehicle the best filtration possible without effecting flow.  Look up the filters for your application on AMSOIL’s oil filter cross reference or sign up for our free catalogs.  We also sell Wix Filters.