Recently acquired this machine. No Kawa dealer nearby. I don’t like ordering online if I can help it. Gotta try my best to keep the little local businesses running. Anyway with all that said, I need an oil filter. Machine model is a KFA820. Kawasaki oil filter is a 169070010. Local parts store is running their annual Wix filter special, local farm store is doing a close out on purolators. Looks like a Wix WL10360 crosses with the OEM but Purolator’s website doesn’t list this model machine on their parts finder. I did see a Champ/Luberfiner PH2840 crossed with the OEM number and the picture of a Champ lists a Purolator L14476 as being a cross for it. So with all that said is it safe to assume the 14476 Purolators will fit the Mule. I ask all that because I can get the Purolator Boss for about $4 vs the standard Wix for about $8. If someone smarter than me with these things chimes in and says it’ll work I’ll get the Purolator if not I’ll grab the Wix.
Kawasaki Mule Pro Fxt Oil Filter
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Using the Wix website filter criteria, it seems to be a fairly generic filter as far as specs go:
3/4-16 thread, 8-11 psi bypass, 9-11 gpm, etc ...
The "14476" series Purolators should be a decent option. The x-ref specs on the Wix site indicate this is very similar in criteria.
The 51348 may work (it's slightly larger; height, width, gasket). If this would "fit", then options would open up broadly for you, if you're willing to go "oversized".
One thing to note, which isn't well defined in the Wix website criteria, is how the baseplate is designed. Depending upon application, some of the various filters will have more of a recessed thread section than others. You'll not be able to know from their data; the only way to know is actually do a trial fit. An example of this phenomenon is the 51356 vs 51365; both have similar specs, but one has a more pronounced dish in the baseplate.
3/4-16 thread, 8-11 psi bypass, 9-11 gpm, etc ...
The "14476" series Purolators should be a decent option. The x-ref specs on the Wix site indicate this is very similar in criteria.
The 51348 may work (it's slightly larger; height, width, gasket). If this would "fit", then options would open up broadly for you, if you're willing to go "oversized".
One thing to note, which isn't well defined in the Wix website criteria, is how the baseplate is designed. Depending upon application, some of the various filters will have more of a recessed thread section than others. You'll not be able to know from their data; the only way to know is actually do a trial fit. An example of this phenomenon is the 51356 vs 51365; both have similar specs, but one has a more pronounced dish in the baseplate.
I think any 7317 or 6607 would work. You could also use the wider 9688 and wider and longer 3593a filters if there's clearance. As long as you change frequently any of those filters will be fine. I believe there's a larger m20.1.5 filter called the 6941 but it doesn't have an adbv I believe so if it goes sideways I wouldn't use it.
It’s some of the nitty gritty specs on filters I don’t have a real great handle on so I appreciate your insight.
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The threads and pitch on the Fram numbers listed are metric 20mmX1.5. The vehicle in question requires a filter with imperial cut threads that are 3/4"-16. The Fram suggestion is not compatible.
The Kawasaki part number is cheap and readily available from numerous sources for around $7 or $8 bucks. HiFlo is a common aftermarket replacement in the motorcycle world and the application for this part number is HF129.
Purolator 14476 is an option but I'd buy something specifically designed for your specific type of vehicle. Partszilla or Dennis Kirk are decent places to order from but do your part number research and see what fits for you. This isn't a Briggs & Stratton mower engine but rather a high tech powerplant that's expensive to fix when things go wrong. Try to stick close to OEM on lubes and filters.
Also, Kawasaki has a fabulous web site that you can search for part numbers and view diagrams of how things go together. Go to Kawasaki and look under the "Owner Center" link at the top of the page and you can search parts and diagrams for your specific model.
You missed the part where I said I prefer not to order online. Of course I could just order a Kawasaki filter or a hi Flo/KN online but I’m not going to
I'll have to be more careful next time. Google said it cross referenced to the m20x1.5. It should be mandatory for all oil filters sold in the US on or off road to list basic specs like the gasket id/od, threads, filtration at 99% and bypass spring psi on them.
The Purolator 14476 (and PureOne PL14476) will fit fine, and I have used them recently.
Wix 51394 is the cross to that filter, and this was my former go-to on Kawasaki side-by-side applications. However, I don't like the recent 51394 filters (past few years) - louvres are often not fully opened in the center tube. The Puro filters have been surprisingly ok in this regard.
If you buy a filter from the Kawasaki dealer, it will be USA made from Champ Labs. The PH2840 would be very similar.
Thanks! I used to be all in on Wix and Purolators but I’ve seen first hand and heard of some disappointment with some in recent years. One of these days I’ll probably be picking out something else I suppose
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I agree. Fram used to publish this information but for some reason they have completely removed it from their tech data sheets. It's as if they don't want you to be able to compare filters and make an informed decision.
I've used the 1394 Napa Gold's without issue. I've got some Donaldson's I'm going to look at installing given their same thread pitch, but better media. I need to confirm the ADBV first though as the Donaldson website says "no," however they look as though they have some sort of rubber valve when you inspect them. Anyways, the Napa gold's worked fine in the past for me. HTH
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