Admit it. There are some pieces of equipment in your fleet that you just LIKE. It may be that old Toro Greensmaster thats served you faithfully for years, or the Toro Sand Pro that everyone calls Ol Sandy. Greens equipment hasnt changed much over the years whether its mowers, rakes, or sand groomers, they were good to go when they started, and they still are. The only thing that HAS changed is the engine.
Todays engines are quieter, more fuel efficient and far kinder to our environment. That environment part is important. In some states, fuel emissions are a growing concern so much so that many have instituted regulations for the amount of emissions that can be sent into the air. Others have set up incentive programs that encourage industry to replace diesel and gas-powered equipment with new, lower-emission equipment. So when Ol Sandy starts coughing and sputtering when you start her up first thing in the morning, you may be tempted to replace the old girl with something sharp, trim and clean-burning, even though the price tag is staggering.
Dont replace your engine repower it.
There is another way, though a way that lets you keep your old faithfuls and...