Dirty Air Filter
 

Hi Guys,
I have a Cub Cadet GT 2148. Cuts grass really well, but the dust and dirt seems to get into the air intake and really make a mess of the filters. Any suggestions how to fix this problem?
Pete

I don't really see anyway to avoid having that happen. As long as it's not getting past the filters I wouldn't worry too much about it. I'm sure you're having to change the filters more frequently.

:Shocked::Shocked:

Wash the foam filter out using dish washing liquid and rinse well , a light spray with foam filter oil
Wash and clean filter cover and give filter a good brush/blow (not compressed air)
Reinstall
Have to do this frequently/every time as part of my acreage is dusty
Regards
Oz
Hope this helps more than a funny face (lol)

The filters are doing the job intended. You would only have a problem if you had no filter installed. Do as Oz suggested and you'll be fine.
When the paper filter gets dirty enough I replace it. The foam filter can be serviced as Oz said. If you choose to brush the paper filter, be sure not to damage the filter material.
Remember, a new filter is much less money than an engine rebuild.

I do not suggest brushing a paper filter. It is fine to blow them out with compressed air. Just don't be stupid. Keep the blow tip at least 4 to 6 inches away from the paper.


It's an air filter.... it's gonna get dirty. That's what they are for.

I'll try to make this simple, air filters are cheaper than engines. :biggrin2:

I have the same problem. I think the best solution is to plant more grass. And maybe cut down the trees that prevent it from actually growing.

I would stop mowing dust and dirt if it were me.:biggrin2::biggrin2:

Thank you both :biggrin2:

I blow mine out every couple mows, more often if it's blowy, leafy, or dirty. Otherwise replace once at the beginning of each season and mow baby mow.