Excuse the dust, I got sloppy on waxing the tractor

 

Dust?? Have you even used it yet? 🤣🤣🤣

TJ

 

Nice job! @Fx4_5.0Man
I just received my otis filter guard today. 🙂

 

I too ditched the included carriage bolt for the frame connection. I used a SS 3/8x1" button head screw and shoulder bolt. A box wrench holds the nut and a hex key makes easy work of starting the threads.

Its a really nice piece and I feel better about the upcoming snow blowing season.

 

I too ditched the included carriage bolt for the frame connection. I used a SS 3/8x1" button head screw and shoulder bolt. A box wrench holds the nut and a hex key makes easy work of starting the threads.

Its a really nice piece and I feel better about the upcoming snow blowing season.

Yes. A few small hardware tweaks and good to go!

 

Appreciate the comments! The carriage bolt has been exchanged for a flange bolt and will ship with all subsequent orders. There is also an updated model/year fitment list available on the website.

https://www.otisinnovation.com/filter-guard

 

On that note, just ordered one for a '23 1025R w/cab. It's a bit off topic but I already have the original front axle vent and I saw there's an updated version. Can you elaborate on the changes?

TJ

 

Thanks, TJ! We eliminated the hose on the updated axle vents and replaced it with a waterproof gas permeable membrane. Air can pass through it bi-directionally, but water cannot. Overall, it's a more compact design with fewer components and is a few dollars cheaper.

 

Thanks, TJ! We eliminated the hose on the updated axle vents and replaced it with a waterproof gas permeable membrane. Air can pass through it bi-directionally, but water cannot. Overall, it's a more compact design with fewer components and is a few dollars cheaper.

Jake, i had been ambivalent about the original axle vent design and when I went to order the filter guard I saw the updated piece. I had to carefully read and infer that this was the case and added one to my order. It might help move more product to include most of your description above on the product description page.

As for the guard, did you ever think about making the frame side hole an "L" shaped slot open on the top? The carraige bolt then becomes a pretty effective approach as you could slide the guard into the post created by the nut and bolt.

I'm very happy with the piece and thought the custom die cut cardboard packaging was over the top and an indication of extreme attention to detail. Thanks!

 

I wonder if it would work on my X758 the filter is in the same location I think I will jack it abd for mounting

 

@JakeT can you tell me what size the flange bolt is so I can find one to replace my carriage bolt?

 

I am in awe that you were able to get the carriage started! I gave up after two minutes. 😆