Very Important Part!

In this episode I install the starter heat shield on a Ventrac 4520N. This protects the starter
from the intense heat of the exhaust manifold!

[@jesseamaya4594]

As a person that has done an engine replacement on a JD 977 I appreciate the clarity on this video. JD could learn something on their tech videos for their warranty work, Of course it did not help that the engine I replaced was among their first that had failed for that particular reason.

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

Thanks! It can be difficult to record instructional videos with good visuals. I've come a LONG way with my camera angles and editing over the years

[@bruceslawncarenist9234]

Well done

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

Thanks!

[@nepatswin]

Thanks!

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@kylekill4954]

I need to check my starter heat shield

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

I'm not sure why mine failed so soon but it cracked and made some rattling noises. It was still doing it's job of protecting the starter though

[@kylekill4954]

Ok

[@rooster3019]

And just think about it; you did not have to change-out the OE button head hardware for your hex bolts.

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

They see a good idea and incorporate it into future designs

[@williammack3018]

I have been circling around a Ventrac and the close quarters maintenance issues and no dealer network near me are an issue. Also, while Ventrac makes a bit of a big deal with the all metal body panels, I fear rust build up over time.

[@bluecordprecisiongrading2504]

Have you seen my 2005 Ventrac 4200? Over 2,000 hours, many of those hours in Northern Maine and no rust! Before my 4520N, I had a 4500Z, also used in Northern Maine before moving back to South East Pennsylvania and no rust of that either.

[@rooster3019]

Rust has not been a problem for me either., but this is not a machine I would store outside.