shallowwatersailor 3,214 #26 Posted November 5, 2015 UhhhhhO. Now that I see it all cleaned up you better drive back and give the seller another $400 at least!!!!!! Enjoy the new toy!!!! Seriously, more like at least another $1K for the 5xi market. Be careful when adjusting the motion control and and make sure it is solid on the wheel stands. That is a lot of weight to come down. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,499 #27 Posted November 5, 2015 Slammer,,john is driving out for the "ceremony" the secret handshake and words that go with it. Sorry ,, lips zipped from here. Gunga la,,la dung gala,,nuff said...shush,,,,,,,,,glenn 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #28 Posted November 5, 2015 Can't wait!! Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,923 #29 Posted November 5, 2015 You'll love it. And if you don't, I'll drive down and take it off your hands. Seriousl;y though, I love mowing with mine, the cruise and smart turn work great, slows down when mo0wing around trees, then back to full speed on the straightaways. I just wish there was an adjustment for the smart turn, sometimes it slows too slow. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,771 #30 Posted November 5, 2015 I'm on my way to go look at a 522xi anthing i should know about it before i look at 605hrs on it 400$ i don't think i can wrong with it but i've never had one of these newer ones Deck and tires are worth the asking price. Then the engine, then parts. Looks like a runner for less than parts price! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #31 Posted November 5, 2015 Thanks for the help guys i know the price was right but i was still on the fence with this one it looked like it was sum what taken care of the trans oil looked good but the motor oil looked a little on the dark side the PO did say it needed changed and gave me a new oil filter and fuel filter for it the trans also had a fram filter on it that thing gots to go but at least it was changed i guess. The PO has only had it a few months and didn't know what he had or how to work on it. He was able to get it in a package deal when buying his house and just used it till the belt for the deck had broke and know he is buying a new mower. I will keep you guys posted on my progress 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #32 Posted November 5, 2015 You stole it! He'll be sorry! Mine has 1100 hours and still going strong w a loader. Download the trouble shooting guide and shop manual from Toro.com. They're a must have. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #33 Posted November 5, 2015 I believe i got those manuals with the tractor i have one for the deck engine and 522xi i guess the guy that owned it before the guy i got it from was the one that bought it new. Makes me the third owner 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #34 Posted November 5, 2015 Use this to get the motion control dialed in, and congrats on the buy!!!! Thanks for posting this it was very helpful and now i don't have any creeping problems and it is fast in forward and reverse and it don't come to a stop while turning 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #35 Posted November 5, 2015 I gave the hood a polish came out good Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 2,643 #36 Posted November 5, 2015 Now you will have to wear sun glasses to drive it or the glare coming off that hood will blind you............ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #37 Posted November 5, 2015 Not today been raining all day Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,499 #38 Posted November 5, 2015 slammer. give me I close up on the hood please. I need a shave.Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #39 Posted November 6, 2015 Can anyone tell me how to pull the engine covers off and give it a cleaning buy the looks of it the motor is going to have to be removed to do this any help would be great Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,771 #40 Posted November 6, 2015 Stopped and gave it a rinse on my way to work can someone run these numbers and tell me the year thanks Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Man that cleaned up nice! I keep getting home after dark now (blessed Daylight Savings Time!) and I haven't even unloaded mine yet! (Been driving the van to work.) Come Sunday! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #41 Posted November 7, 2015 The hood was the only thing I had time to wax I went back and picked up the deck today. I need a bigger truck.lol Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #42 Posted November 7, 2015 You need a little 5x8 trailer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #43 Posted November 7, 2015 I need to get a ball and trailer lights plugin on my truck and I could use dads trailer when ever I want just haven't done it yet because most horses I buy fit in my truck no problem Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #44 Posted November 7, 2015 Yeah I hear ya...need help wiring up a plug, just holler n I'll come help ya....mine was fairly easy because all my wires right there at the back of my flatbed...had mine wired up in less than 10 minutes...all it takes is a test light and the "want to". lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,771 #45 Posted November 7, 2015 I gave the hood a polish came out good Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Oh the pressure! Man, it does look good! Fingers crossed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,214 #46 Posted November 7, 2015 Can anyone tell me how to pull the engine covers off and give it a cleaning buy the looks of it the motor is going to have to be removed to do this any help would be great Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Yes, the engine needs to come out to remove the shrouds. Basically, remove the side supports, disconnect the driveshaft, throttle linkage, and electrical connections. The engine has four bolts to remove and then lift vertically because of the oil drain that hangs below the engine until it clears. Support it so that you don't break off the drain while working on the engine.Mark everything so it can go back together. According to the Kohler Command engine manual, the shrouds should be cleaned every 100 hours. Kohler does sell an access panel kit that you can install to gain access for cleaning without removing the engine. It needs to come out though to install the kit. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #47 Posted November 7, 2015 Can anyone tell me how to pull the engine covers off and give it a cleaning buy the looks of it the motor is going to have to be removed to do this any help would be great Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Yes, the engine needs to come out to remove the shrouds. Basically, remove the side supports, disconnect the driveshaft, throttle linkage, and electrical connections. The engine has four bolts to remove and then lift vertically because of the oil drain that hangs below the engine until it clears. Support it so that you don't break off the drain while working on the engine.Mark everything so it can go back together. According to the Kohler Command engine manual, the shrouds should be cleaned every 100 hours. Kohler does sell an access panel kit that you can install to gain access for cleaning without removing the engine. It needs to come out though to install the kit. they do that (make it so you have to pull the engine) so you have to take it to have it cleaned. Dealers always think of a way to make more money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPWH 6,360 #48 Posted November 7, 2015 You got a great deal. There is a 416-8 with 216 hrs listed in Atlanta for 2795. Comes with 37" deck, tiller and turning plow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #49 Posted November 7, 2015 do i unbolt the engine from the mounting plate or unbolt the plate and pull the hole thing out to clean the engine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #50 Posted November 8, 2015 took the engine out and cleaned it to day it was a all day project and it still not complete here is sum pics 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
