I know it is like comparing apples to oranges but which one offers more benefits? plan on using it in a 1972 OMC built lawn boy that calls for a high quality ashless oil mixed at 32:1.
XD 30 or 50?
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7262? I have a 1973 7262 and a 1975 5024 Bricktop. I use Pennzoil Outdoor formula at 8oz into 2 gallons of gas. Then a 1oz shot of Sta-Bil 360 Marine formula to keep the fuel fresh. The both still start up on the first/second pull and are used in my weekly mowing. Nice to see another Lawn Boy fan!
L8R,
Matt
L8R,
Matt
We used to call that engine a Johnson Ironhorse. If it's an early model with brass bushes for crank bearings, go for the 30, if it is later model with needle rollers, use a modern 2 stroke oil.
After rereading the oil descriptions, I'd go with the XD30. The XD50 doesn't specify use for premix so it may separate. I was personally thinking about getting Pennzoil XLF for my next jug. It's made for older engines in mind.
L8R,
Matt
L8R,
Matt
That's a cool mower for sure! Don't see too many of those around here.
Your mower is a whole lot cleaner looking than my 7262. Mine is the first year with electronic ignition instead of points/condenser. But my favorite is my 5024 Bricktop.
L8R,
Matt
L8R,
Matt
I use the Lawn Boy oil mixed at 32:1 in my 7264.
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Originally Posted by Silk
We used to call that engine a Johnson Ironhorse. If it's an early model with brass bushes for crank bearings, go for the 30, if it is later model with needle rollers, use a modern 2 stroke oil.
It is a D-600 engine first year for CDI ignition and specifies 32:1 it has a bronze bushing in the lower pto but the rest is needle roller bearings.
We used to call that engine a Johnson Ironhorse. If it's an early model with brass bushes for crank bearings, go for the 30, if it is later model with needle rollers, use a modern 2 stroke oil.
It is a D-600 engine first year for CDI ignition and specifies 32:1 it has a bronze bushing in the lower pto but the rest is needle roller bearings.
Originally Posted by Rand
Why not just use a normal premium oil such as stihl ultra or echo redarmor ?
Those are low ash oil designed for high rpm air cooled two cycles. Lawn boys are lower speed ( 3100-3300 rpms ) and low ash oils have a problem of leaving nasty deposits in the ring lands and crown.
Why not just use a normal premium oil such as stihl ultra or echo redarmor ?
Those are low ash oil designed for high rpm air cooled two cycles. Lawn boys are lower speed ( 3100-3300 rpms ) and low ash oils have a problem of leaving nasty deposits in the ring lands and crown.
Originally Posted by AnthemBassMan
7262? I have a 1973 7262 and a 1975 5024 Bricktop. I use Pennzoil Outdoor formula at 8oz into 2 gallons of gas. Then a 1oz shot of Sta-Bil 360 Marine formula to keep the fuel fresh. The both still start up on the first/second pull and are used in my weekly mowing. Nice to see another Lawn Boy fan!
L8R,
Matt
7261 first year for the D-600 engine and CDI ignition
7262? I have a 1973 7262 and a 1975 5024 Bricktop. I use Pennzoil Outdoor formula at 8oz into 2 gallons of gas. Then a 1oz shot of Sta-Bil 360 Marine formula to keep the fuel fresh. The both still start up on the first/second pull and are used in my weekly mowing. Nice to see another Lawn Boy fan!
L8R,
Matt
7261 first year for the D-600 engine and CDI ignition
Originally Posted by jakewells
7261 first year for the D-600 engine and CDI ignition
For some reason, I thought ‘73 was the first year.
L8R,
Matt
7261 first year for the D-600 engine and CDI ignition
For some reason, I thought ‘73 was the first year.
L8R,
Matt
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