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Have to buy a new mower. Any suggestions or warnings?
Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:46 pm
Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:46 pm
Have about 5.5 acres with about half cleared. The rest has house, trees, and other small obstacles. I know I want zero turn, but need suggestions on brand and any other tips are appreciated. Thanks
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Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:52 pm to lsufan35
I cut 4 acres and have a 61 inch cut. I would not want any smaller. I opted for the SCAG Turf Tiger and it is a machine. My neighbor was in the same boat you are and researched for what seemed like a year. At first he was going to buy a bad boy or hustler but ended up spending the extra coin and purchased a scag cheetah. I suggest that you go look at several different ones to see which one you like best though.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:56 pm to lsufan35
Country Clipper
The only zero turn you can still drink beer on. Opreates with one hand just like and escavator.
The only zero turn you can still drink beer on. Opreates with one hand just like and escavator.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:56 pm to lsufan35
I have been researching all over for which Zero Turn to get or maybe any other mower. I have done got myself all confused and I have no idea what I need or want now.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 2:58 pm to Teyeger
Bad Boy has best bang for the buck. Like $1500 less than comparible models all components considered
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:00 pm to lsufan35
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:02 pm to lsufan35
Whats your budget? I did quite a bit of research last year, and would agree Bad Boy is the best value.
Tractor Supply had 54" cut for $3499
Tractor Supply had 54" cut for $3499
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:03 pm to SportTiger1
quote:I would not buy any mower from Home Depot,Sears,Lowes,TS,and the likes.
Tractor Supply had 54" cut for $3499
They're all either rebranded cheapos or very low line originals.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:03 pm to lsufan35
Dixie
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:03 pm to SportTiger1
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This post was edited on 2/12/14 at 3:04 pm
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:12 pm to meauxjeaux2
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Bad Boy has best bang for the buck
I just checked those out. That 60" ZT Elite for 5k looks nice. That is going to the top of my list.
This post was edited on 2/12/14 at 3:14 pm
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:14 pm to meauxjeaux2
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would not buy any mower from Home Depot,Sears,Lowes,TS,and the likes. They're all either rebranded cheapos or very low line originals.
I knew this about Deere and Husqvarna, but even Bad Boys? Whats the difference in one from Dealer vs. TS?
I dont know, honest question...
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:15 pm to TexasTiger01
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Country Clipper
I have never seen these before.
What is the price range for these?
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:19 pm to SportTiger1
quote:Mainly the motors and the hydro gear transmissions.
I knew this about Deere and Husqvarna, but even Bad Boys? Whats the difference in one from Dealer vs. TS?
I dont know, honest question...
Some may have a Kawasaki motor on it but it won't be the good commercial series.
Same with the Hydrogear ZT transmissions.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:21 pm to meauxjeaux2
Ah gotcha, good to know.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:22 pm to poule deau
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I have never seen these before. What is the price range for these?
They're comparable to all of the other zero turn mowers out there. Thick gauge steel and a kick up deck for washing. One hand to operate, one hand to drink beer. You ever try drinking beer on a two handed zero turn?? Spill alot of beer and get pissed off!!
Call my buddy T-ken or Kyle at the Pierre Part Store (985) 252-6261.
This post was edited on 2/12/14 at 3:25 pm
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:24 pm to lsufan35
My father has A Exmark Pioneer and loves it. That sucker is fast.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:24 pm to TexasTiger01
Main point in buying a good commercial mower is having a place to service it within decent driving distance. They all make remarkable machines but i have to say that saving around $1500 on a Bad Boy over a Gravely,Exmark,Scag,Grasshopper, ETC. is a good deal and they are serviceable in the BR area.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:29 pm to TexasTiger01
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Pierre Part Store
I saw the PP store is a dealer. Do they service them too?
I've got a 12 year old Exmark I have been looking to upgrade. that thing has been a beast. Unfortunately, I don't think the Exmark of today is what it once was.
Posted on 2/12/14 at 3:36 pm to lsufan35
With that much land, Id buy a commercial unit. Thats 5-10x more land than the Home Depot unit was built to cut, weekly.
I would find a dealer near you that is good to deal with. Ive used Scags, Toro, and Exmarks. I liked the Scag the best but the cheapest (Toro) did just fine cutting grass too.
I never understood why people obsessed over mowers so much. Its far worse than Ford vs Gm vs Ram. However, if you want to dive in headfirst, go over to www.lawnsite.com and join the club.
I would find a dealer near you that is good to deal with. Ive used Scags, Toro, and Exmarks. I liked the Scag the best but the cheapest (Toro) did just fine cutting grass too.
I never understood why people obsessed over mowers so much. Its far worse than Ford vs Gm vs Ram. However, if you want to dive in headfirst, go over to www.lawnsite.com and join the club.
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