Online Oil Filter Cross Reference

, thus forcing an owner to go to them for parts. How did you come up with a matching Wix filter? gorrell10-15-2004, 11:21 PM2manymowers, I believe I got the cross reference number thru www. Perhaps you should trade in your "soap box" for a dictionary. , for those who can not find a Generac filter locally. You just stated how to commit fraud. Well, at least the price is fair. What next? Will Generac require that purchasers only use "Generac" spark plugs. It really burns me up when a manufacturer will not tell you what other brands of common parts will fit on their machine. .
I guess since you are the DC factory rep. - Cross Reference Database Trumpler-Clancy Cross Reference Database This online search application cross-references thousands of Hydraulic Oil Filters and Air Intake Elements with pricing and dimensional data.
I would ALWAYS use the engine mfgs OEM part during the warranty to be on the safe side.
:D I just recalled that when my dealer found a couple oil filters for me, they were black and the same size as the original, they were not marked as made in the same country, and internally they are obviously desk jotto vehiclegirl overall different. This is the comment that you made, it is the only comment that bothers me. Lynn 2manymowers10-15-2004, 09:23 PM2manymowers, the wix filter for the generac engine is 51394. Put on whatever good quality, aftermarket filter you can easily find in your area. Wix , NAPA filters that are direct cross reference are made to meet or exceed o. txchopper08-22-2004, 10:18 PMYou stated it correctly " you are wrong". I can not keep everything in stock, and if a customer needs a belt I don't happen to have, or a filter, I will give them belt sizes or filter numbers so they can go get them at the NAPA store or elsewhere. Press the "submit" button only once, THEN WAIT! Do not post the same message over & over in every forum.
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Or, their engine is so fragile, that they are afraid to have another brand filter put on it. The Wix cross reference will not take the Generac filter number. Com-An online tribute to Eric ELM. I really do hope that one of the manufacturers we represent will try the Generac engines at some point. Some persons need to learn new vocabulary words.

No, I am not really condoning that, but that is what some folks will do. :) Mowingman08-22-2004, 04:32 PMThis is a good example of a manufacturer out to gouge the buyer of their product. I am sure the Grasshopper Folks loves to see you condon. dixieseller08-24-2004, 12:06 AMI give an extra oil filter and two quarts of Kohler 10 w 30 oil to each customer that buys a Dixie with the Generac engine, as I know they cannot find a replacement filter locally. Any comments DC Service ? The hydro filters on a Dixie Chopper work on a vacuum( not pressure like the other mfgs).

Mfg Sponsored Forums Dixie Chopper Dixie Chopper Service Oil Filter for 32 hp Generac View Full Version : Oil Filter for 32 hp Generac 2manymowers08-22-2004, 12:01 PMCan I buy an oil filter for the 32 hp Generac at an auto parts store? The manual says any use of non-Generac parts will void the warranty. Mowingman08-22-2004, 08:46 PMThanks for checking Paul. I've got a couple left over from my generac days and will send them to you for the price of the freight. christian issue moral response Mowingman08-23-2004, 11:02 PMLawn Tek, That is an interesting piece of information.
Mowingman08-22-2004, 10:51 PMtxchopper, You have missed my whole point here and turned this into some kind on personal vendetta. no wait you came up with the idea. Much like if you changed oil in your Dodge rear-end.

:) Wrong info once again , The MagnusonMoss Warranty Act states that and under general principles of the federal trade commission act , a manufacture MAY NOT require the use of any branded productor any other article unless the manufacture provides it FREE OF CHARGE under the terms of the warranty. Of course, the obvious solution is to order them from Paul. Your manufactors have put alot of trust in you.

Thanks for bringing that to our attention. Its cheap insurance(considering the cost of business cost franchise low monetary unit of india pumps and wheel motors)Just because it screws on does not mean it will work properly! :) I am speaking of the engine oil filter, not the hydro filters. Maybe I am wrong, but I see these tactics as being a way to deny warranty whenever they get the chance. How about official "Generac" engine oil.

Its is against FEDERAL LAW for any manufacture to say not using o. Its cheap insurance(considering the cost of pumps and wheel motors)Just because it screws on does not mean it will work properly! :) 2manymowers10-16-2004, 08:54 AMThe hydro filters on a Dixie Chopper work on a vacuum( not pressure like the other mfgs). . George Best-famous UK footballer. AMSOIL ONLINE PRODUCT APPLICATION GUIDEamsoiloaf. Thanks DC Service08-22-2004, 02:01 PMThe use of a non-Generac oil filter will void your engine warranty if you have an oil related engine failure during the warranty period.

Have heard that they make the Amsoil filters. If a different oil is used and there is a failure, you and the other compoany would be in a position to defend the product you used.

Save the old filter and put it back on Have you bump your head or have your morals sunk that low. In both your thoughts and posting. 3 companies make 95 % of all of them 2.
Mowingman08-22-2004, 09:58 PMI have found that Grasshopper, DC, and some other manufacturers will provide the common aftermarket replacement parts numbers for items such as belts, filters, hydro.

The customers really appreciate this, and will come back when they need something else.

If you can ship them for 5 bucks or so by 1st class mail, I will take that offer. Keep an old used Generac filter on the shelf. Motorcycling without a helmet=modern day Darwinism.
If Generac wants to play games with their Warranty, by specing only their brand of filters, then they are opening themselves up to just the kind of actions I mentioned formal suit skirtmls alliance in my last post. Genrac doesnt make oil filters. However, I am sure an aftermarket filter must be avail. for this area and we choose not to sell your line, you have some hard feelings against us.
Send a private message to karmatourer Find More Posts by karmatourer Ride reports and pics, pics, pics. Well, Kubota, kohler, & Kawasaki, all used in Grasshopper mowers,are all sure their engines will perform well with any brand of filter. engineering department of Wix Filters , and can tell you there is an army of engineers working there. hence learning the meaning of integrity, honesty, loyalty and " good business". If you ever have an engine warranty issue, sinply put that spare used filter back on the machine before taking it to the dealers. I see the level of commitment you give your Manufactors. While I have no exact pricing data, I would not be surprised to find that the Generac filters printable map of the united state are way more expensive than aftermarket filters. CLICK HERE FOR OUR PAYPAL ALTERNATIVE Oil filter cross reference guide CLICK HERE FOR OUR PAYPAL ALTERNATIVE Currently Online: 22Guests Most ever: 152Total number of messages: 72148 Total number of registered users: 48120 This page was built together in: 0. Is it worth it to save a few dollars. I use to value your opinions and remarks. Keep an old used Generac filter on the shelf. . GPS Asia/Oz/Kiwi Land The perfect line and other riding myths Church, State & Money Times are GMT -7. Thats why it is so important to use OEM hydro filters. You are not logged in! LOGIN NoPaypal » Blatant AdvertisingCaveat Emptor » Thread: Oil filter cross reference guide Page 1 Forum RootHorror Stories: PayPal Did it!Horror Stories: PayPal UK editionHorror Stories: Someone else did it!Other CompaniesAlternativesPayPal LandminesMerchant Account HelpWhistleblowersChitChatStormpay SucksEbay SucksCitibank SucksFeedbackBlatant AdvertisingCaveat EmptorGarbage Thread: Oil filter cross reference guide Oil filter cross reference guide I wish somebody would advertise a dictionary or something.
Why, not even Caterpillar or John Deere force you to use their own brand filters on their engines to maintain warranty.
I just hate to see any manufacturer do something like spec.

Did you read your post before you hit the "send" button ? Spouting off about price. DC Service10-16-2004, 03:04 PMWith the low cost of OEM filters,I would not use anything else(unless it meets all mfgs specs and the warranty period is over)I realize you are trying to save $$$ but is it really worth it in the long run? :confused: Lawn Tek10-16-2004, 08:57 PM1.
I have always liked the way DC helps the purchaser of their machines, by giving the common V belt replacement sizes.

Mowingman08-22-2004, 11:24 PMGood luck with your new DC. Yes, others might resort to fraudulant practices.
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