Removing spark arrestor

[Slatecreek]

I am considering removing my spark arrestor on my 2008 RTV900. Mine has the built in screen type. Where is the best location to cut/remove the spark arrestor at. It seems to be very clogged and sooty each time that I have checked it. I have read where others have removed them, but no indication as to where to cut it at. Thanks for any assistance.

 

[rgm]

On my 2006 RTV900 the spark arrestor was held in with a small screw. After taking out the screw the whole spark arrestor came out with needle nose pliers.

Rich

 

[SpudHauler]

I cut all the screen off so there is only about 1-2 inches of inside pipe left.

 

[D&D Farm]

I forget what year; but maybe 07? Kubota changed the design so one could not just pull a screw and remove the baffle.........NOW one has to do some real modifications; but what is that?????.............thanks.......Dennis

 

[Kerry]

My RTV is a 05. It just took a screw to remove it. It was ½ clogged. Going to try it without it. Kerry

 

[SpudHauler]

Yes they are all a little different from model to model and year to year and probably for each country. USA/Canad rules and regs. Bottom line, if in doubt, remove.

 

[Kerry]

What a difference it made taking the arrester off. Started quicker and runs faster.

Thanks guys for the info.

 

[Kerry]

Even my wife noticed the difference. I am now very pleased with getting it off. Top end is double what it was.

 

[SpudHauler]

Great to hear Kerry. I did mine after 2hrs old so never new what you were experiencing.
Slate, did you do anything?

 

[Art454]

I cut mine off right at base so I could weld it back on if needed.....1100

Art

 

[muleman RIP]

I have an 06 rtv900 and have cleaned mine twice. I leave it in as I run it in the barn and haul hay and don't want to risk a fire. The screw is easy to remove and clean it.