Can you provide me with your review of the Craftsman PRO ZT 48″ cut? piece of junk. But the desire still lives on. Mulching blades have less lift so they won’t pick up as much sand. I was looking for a new White Outdoors Tractor to replace my worn out 1999 38 inch cut. I thought they were still and production and a good brand. Can you recommend a zero turn mower for zoysia? I like the SW4200 over the Craftsman, Troy-Bilt and Cub Cadet 42 inch Steering wheel ZTR’s. I don’t need a lot of bells and whistles, but I also don’t want to buy something cheap. General maintenance and oil changes. He may give you the same price, plus set it up, adjust and level the deck and make sure it is ready to mow lawn. Make sure it has been repaired and that you can bring it back if there is a problem. favorite this post Feb 26 ... IND-TRACTOR ; MOTOR GRADER & MANLIFTS TIRES $300 (New Berlin ,Tx.) ExMark is known for having the best cutting decks and even this heavy-duty homeowner model carries a good cutting deck. Sears Holdings Company owns the brand. The trans is the death blow though. Most of your hate is on their transmissions. Paul, thanks for a great and informative homeowner site. Say the blades come with a 30 degree angle, when you sharpen them change the angle to 45 degrees. Huffy @FD, It has the locking diff so if you have hills to go up and down that’s a plus. Is there a mower that is as strong as the Ariens that doesn’t have aluminum mandrels? Thanks. What would you think if I were to look for an older JD rider that was in good shape vs. buying a new JD? Lawn tractor wheel weights $25 (Surry) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. The old tractors like the Cub Cadet’s could plow your garden, grade your gravel driveway and then mow your small lawn. ch_sid = "Chitika Default"; Is the tractor still under the 2 year warranty? Good Article. In general, they were just horrible to drive compared to today’s equipment. In reality the bagger for residential riding mowers is really for leaves and dry grass. Decided it was time for a zero turn to ease the burden on my aging body. I have about 3/4 acre, I’m looking at buying either a Cub Cadet RZT® S 42 or an eXmark QSS708GEM42200, which is the better mower. I think Briggs and Stratton is an excellent motor but hear bad things about Murray and Husqvarna. All of these ZTR’s are designed for certian types of work. Some say the cub cadet XT 2 or the Gforce zero turn with the steering wheel. You can’t use the rear wheels as brakes because they will slip and slide. Sears Also, in your opinion, is a fabricated deck worth the extra cost? $5,500. (Long story short, we just sold our old home last week, and with it, our 54″ cut 26 HP Kohler Craftsman rider). The mower deck on the GT5000 lawn tractor has a cutting width of 54 inches although it’s total width is a good bit bigger due to … The maintenance is minor like a few belts, pulleys, and minor work I do and I cannot complain. @Bill, I welcome your comments. Husqvarna: All riders, lawn tractors, garden tractors, and zero-turns are made at their assembly plant in South Carolina. Last years model, the YTH24V28, had a K57 “Fast Hydro” transmission. One last question. Massey Ferguson Lawn Tractors  – Current manufacture – Primarily sold in Canada – Briggs & Stratton. Hi Roberto, Yes, that is a good mower and I really like the price! Some of the deck wheels are getting loose. the carburetor cannot be removed by consumer to clean parts break easily. To me, they look pretty good. ) Â. I’ve included multi-purpose riding mowers and tractors in this article but it does not include the dedicated mowers like zero-turns. House: $42,600. The smallest sized tractor is 42 inch. The rest have switched to a sub-compact or compact tractor. so I am also considering a steering wheel zero turn. Hi Paul. -lawn care Fraser Valley Equipment 13399 – 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2N5 1-604-590-1433 55. Consumer Reports compared it to the Toro Steering wheel ZTR’s and they stated it bagged, side discharged and mulched better. It would take about an hour to mow. In summer after use, my backpack blower removes dust and grasses from machine. It’s a very smooth running engine. I am looking for some combo of good ride, turning ease / radius, and mulching / good cut. Page 1 of 1. Have an LX-277JD that the deck is shot and the plastic hood has evaporated. And yes I’d love a compact 4wd tractor…out of my budget currently though. Now for some reason I am looking at a ZTR maybe 50 inch. If you know of a lawn tractor brand that is not listed, please do not hesitate to contact me. CAN ANYONE HELP WITH THE MODEL MUNBER PLEASE. There is still a lot of confusion and misinformation about who makes the current lawn and garden tractors so I am going to list the information again differently so more of you can find the right info. It’s still going strong but looking to upgrade. Additionally, the engines are tuned for quicker, stronger governor response to deliver more power precisely when it’s needed. favorite this post Jan 27 I also look for John Deer zero turn 42 inches which cost almost $4000 plus tax . Hi Pop, Your all-wheel steer Deere is a little better unit when it was new. – CR states that the 42 inch deck on the Cub cuts better but they only test on a flat lawn. Hi Herb, I just got this review in this morning. Hi Dale, I’ve been very impressed with Ventrac the last couple of years. $1,500. It’s almost $4,000. It looks like it was “flung” there as it is evenly distributed. I has forward and reverse, obviously a front tine tiller and slow, medium and fast. Thank you,your blog is very informative and appreciated. I know the Husqvarna is not enough mower but planned originally to run it until death and lately I’ve been a little scared it will be me dying before the mower. Yes, The Craftsman is a good machine. The 247 is made for Craftsman by MTD. The Propane Education Research Council is a primary site to learn more. All residential zero-turns (under $4500 or so) have this problem. What is regarded as a load today is 600-800lbs…older models handled 4000#+ regularly with only trouble stopping and turning down long grades. Its had a tough start problem for a few years so I took a compression test and found out I’m at 30% of normal and thats confirmed by a leak down test. Troy-Bilt Zero-Turn Mower Review – Inexpensive Quality ZTRs, 2020 Cub Cadet Lawn Tractors and Garden Tractors – The Best Selection, Troy-Bilt Pony, Bronco & Super Bronco Mower Review – Ten Inexpensive Quality Mowers, Going green – The Best 2020 Electric Riding Mowers, Lawn Tractors and ZTRs. ... Snapper LE1433H Lawn Tractor 16HP Vanguard Engine 42" Cutting Width $600 ... Craftsman garden tractor $1,150 (tri) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. Yes, the G730 in the 98645 is also ground engaging and yes, it has been around a long time. Funny story though. The salesman was very knowledgeable and educated us about the various features of the JD 125 and JD 130 models, which he said we’re they’re best-selling models. Thanks John. (by the way these transmissions can handle 800 lbs or more on the axle and not break.) One of the main reasons it does mow well is the frame is very stiff. Turn Tight® Automatic Riding Mower, 19HP 46 in. Actually, John Deere makes a setup like this. Have just under an acre with some slopes and several trees in back. 688cc Fabricated Deck HONDA V-Twin Dual-Hydro Zero-Turn Riding Mower with Bluetooth or Husqvarna z246 21.5hp 726cc kawasaki engine 46 z-turn mower. New Holland Port Angeles Power Equipment 2624 E Highway 101, Port Angeles , WA 98362 360-452-4652 23 All said this is a great mower – And I think I got a good deal as well. “The Exmark engines have been refined and proven through extensive durability and field testing,” Walters says. Hi Larry, The “new ones are no longer quality” is a relative term. Second, When you sharpen the blades don’t put as sharp of an angle on the edge. Cub Cadet Lawn & Garden Tractors  – Current manufacture – MTD. MTD owns the Brand. MTD was founded over 80 years ago based on some basic values: Stewardship; Integrity; Hard Work; Reliance on and Respect for People; Innovation; Willingness to take Risks; Gratitude for Customers and Promotion from Within. and 2nd question: Is there any concern about using the hydrostatic units as the “brakes” when descending a steep slope? They are one of the best consumer bargains on the planet. I like easy steering as I have tendinitis in my arms.. There was a rebate available from PERC last year but I think it’s no longer available. Who manufacturers these mowers ? In 2008, Briggs & Stratton Power Products, LLC, announced it would be restoring the Allis-Chalmers brand to the lawn and garden industry with two new lawn tractors. Keep up the good work! Hi Mike, Too bad your dealer is stuck in the 60’s. A large commercial mowing company can save quite a bit in fuel costs and it is worth switching over a fleet of mowers. So are all riding mowers made by MTD with just different brand names? The mulch option seems easier on the JD. It says its made by TSC industries. This year the XT2 only has arm rests, bumper, ball bearing front wheels and different tires for the same increase in money. Please share your thoughts on the quality, reliability, cut quality and reputation, if you will. Honda Do you have any opinions between the two mowers or preferences that could help me make a wiser decision. Hi Bob, No. Paul, First question would you recommend one over the other? According to Daryn Walters, Exmark’s director of marketing, development of the new engines began more than four years ago, and prototype engines have been exhaustively tested for performance and durability on the dyno, in the laboratory and in the field. Find out more about your favorite lawnmowers and tractors. Also there have been some negative comments about the front wheels and axles. The price is inline with all the other brands. For your inflation sheltering great value concept to be valid the machines would need to perform the same tasks. Thank you. Craftsman Tractor Grass Catcher/Scraper Blade $100 (sebastopol) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. It has 4, I guess tines, four blades each. Plus buying a steering wheel, a seat, and the safety switches already for it The are built off the same fream as the Troy-Bilt/Cub Cadet tractors. I did grease them because the manual shows to do it. The 1975 36 inch, 10 hp Craftsman lawn tractor sold for $1099 in the catalog. The Ex has a foot pedal for lifting the deck, but I didn’t see one on the JD. Ky) hide this posting restore restore this posting. I’m surprised the JD dealer din’t show you the S240. Thanks. Levelland, TX, @Jody, Loncin. Can any zero turn be ordered or converted to a toggle stick control ? Good or Bad! The engine will be standard on Quest E-Series mowers with 42- or 54-inch cutting decks, and Quest S-Series machines with 42- or 50-inch cutting decks. ExMark has the Navigator but the Walker has so many more options for you to choose from. I’m not sure why, because they both have the same exact B&S 22 HP engine. Hi Jan, A leaf vacuum like the Craftsman Chipper Vac requires a tractor with a heavy-duty rear axle. (Though the engine manufacturers are all publicly owned. They do not, in fact many 70’s models were 10x the machine in both capabilities and longevity.
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