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More Mowing, Less Maintenance! Inside Vanguard’s Oil Guard System

📅 June 30, 2025 ⏱️ 41:03 🎤 Bob Pomeroy, Dan Roach, Greg, Evan

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  • 0:00
    Introducing Vanguard Oil Guard
    The hosts introduce Bob Pomeroy and Dan Roach from Briggs & Stratton to discuss the Vanguard Oil Guard system.
  • 1:48
    What is Oil Guard?
    Bob explains the Vanguard Oil Guard system as a patented dry sump oil management system with two pumps for superior oil filtration and cooling.
  • 4:50
    Benefits of Oil Guard
    Bob details how Oil Guard addresses issues like extended maintenance downtime, engine overheating, and oil starvation on slopes, and reduces the risk of running engines dry.
  • 7:56
    Current Engine Availability
    Bob specifies that the Oil Guard system is currently available on Vanguard's 810cc and 993cc V-twin engines, targeting high-use commercial equipment.
  • 9:20
    Extended Oil Change Intervals
    The discussion covers the significant extension of oil change intervals from 100 to 500 hours and how this saves time and money for commercial users.
  • 11:54
    Oil Guard System Mechanics
    Bob elaborates on the external oil reservoir's role in cooling and protecting the engine, and the easy, toolless oil and filter change process.
  • 15:07
    Cost Savings & Longevity
    The conversation highlights a Vanguard website tool for calculating cost savings and discusses how the system significantly extends engine life by maintaining optimal oil quality.
  • 18:59
    Retrofitting & Partner Brands
    Bob clarifies that the Oil Guard system cannot be retrofitted and lists major mower brands like Ferris, Toro, Exmark, and John Deere that offer it on their high-end equipment.
  • 28:13
    Future Innovations & Awareness
    Bob discusses future aspirations for even longer oil change intervals and the ongoing effort to increase awareness about Oil Guard's benefits, comparing its adoption to modern vehicle features.
  • 31:39
    Dan's Insights & Expo Details
    Dan Roach joins the conversation, emphasizing the system's payback for owner-operators and detailing opportunities to experience the Oil Guard system at the Equip Expo.

Speakers

B
Bob Pomeroy
Senior Product Manager at Briggs and Stratton
D
Dan Roach
Director of Marketing at Briggs and Stratton
G
Greg
Host
E
Evan
Host

Key Takeaways

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Vanguard's Oil Guard system extends oil change intervals from 100 to 500 hours, significantly reducing maintenance downtime and associated labor costs.

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The system uses a dry sump design with two pumps and an external, finned aluminum reservoir to efficiently cool and filter engine oil, prolonging engine life.

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Oil Guard allows mowers to operate safely on slopes up to 45 degrees without oil starvation, expanding the range of accessible terrain for maintenance contractors.

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The system's six-quart capacity virtually eliminates the risk of running the engine dry, offering peace of mind and reducing costly engine replacements.

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Commercial operators can utilize a tool on the Vanguard website to calculate potential cost savings, which can be up to 60% compared to traditional oil change schedules.

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Oil changes with the Guard system are quick and toolless, featuring a large-diameter cap, easily accessible filter, and drain hose, minimizing mess and time spent on maintenance.

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Oil Guard is available on Vanguard's 810cc and 993cc V-twin engines and is increasingly adopted by major mower manufacturers for their high-end commercial equipment, indicating its proven value.

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