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So I am looking at an John Deere X330 with the Kawasaki and a Husqvarna YT42DXLS also with the Kawaski
Need a new riding lawn mower. Recommendations?
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ls1mike
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The Zero turn is nice, but my lawn is a big rectangle with not much to mow around.
They're all consumer-grade junk unless you go commercial. Seriously, don't expect any more than 10 years out of this purchase.
Get the biggest deck you can afford. Some people swear by zero-turn mowers but unless you have a lot of trees they are kind of a waste of money.
Hydrostatic is fine.
Get the biggest deck you can afford. Some people swear by zero-turn mowers but unless you have a lot of trees they are kind of a waste of money.
Hydrostatic is fine.
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Originally Posted By: motor_oil_madman
You can finance mowers, usually no interest, although they do charge a $150 finance fee which imo is interest, but whatever. They let you finance it for like 5 years, so you can buy an $8000 mower and only pay like $175/month
Do not, under any circumstances, finance a lawn mower.
You can finance mowers, usually no interest, although they do charge a $150 finance fee which imo is interest, but whatever. They let you finance it for like 5 years, so you can buy an $8000 mower and only pay like $175/month
Do not, under any circumstances, finance a lawn mower.
Originally Posted By: Canadastang
$8000 for a mower holy moly! With that kinda coin might as well start looking at a Kubota BX series, which is waay more tractor than any lawnmower will ever be.
A good used Kubota will often be worth (several years later) near what you paid, if you take care of it. I've actually bought & made profit on used Kubota's.
$8000 for a mower holy moly! With that kinda coin might as well start looking at a Kubota BX series, which is waay more tractor than any lawnmower will ever be.
A good used Kubota will often be worth (several years later) near what you paid, if you take care of it. I've actually bought & made profit on used Kubota's.
Originally Posted By: dwendt44
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If you are looking at a Deere, true quality starts with the X Series.
The X350 is around 3K new.
Local JD dealer has $3200 on the 350. Also has a used one with some paint damage for even more(?)
The 350 series has a heavier frame and a heavier transmission as well as Kawasaki engines (except the 330).
Consumer reports rates the JD 300 series as one of the best.
Husqvarna still has the gas tank up front right next to the engine.
Not cool.
Worth the extra cost, IMHO.
My 2¢
I have an X300 and have been very happy with it.
Not that it will help the OP, but winter is the best time to buy.
An X350 could be had around here for $2700 earlier in the year with factory rebate from Deere.
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If you are looking at a Deere, true quality starts with the X Series.
The X350 is around 3K new.
Local JD dealer has $3200 on the 350. Also has a used one with some paint damage for even more(?)
The 350 series has a heavier frame and a heavier transmission as well as Kawasaki engines (except the 330).
Consumer reports rates the JD 300 series as one of the best.
Husqvarna still has the gas tank up front right next to the engine.
Not cool.
Worth the extra cost, IMHO.
My 2¢
I have an X300 and have been very happy with it.
Not that it will help the OP, but winter is the best time to buy.
An X350 could be had around here for $2700 earlier in the year with factory rebate from Deere.
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Well it happened my beloved 1998 Craftsman LT1000 finally died and at this point it is not worth putting money into.
I am scared off all the new ones. My old mower has a traditional gearbox and I am not sure how I feel about Hydrostatic drive.
Craftsman still offer the Peerless 6 speed manual trans:
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-42inch-19...p;blockType=G10
If want to try something else go with the fast auto version, it uses a CVT and is much tougher than the hydro trans.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-46inch-tu...mp;blockType=G4
Well it happened my beloved 1998 Craftsman LT1000 finally died and at this point it is not worth putting money into.
I am scared off all the new ones. My old mower has a traditional gearbox and I am not sure how I feel about Hydrostatic drive.
Craftsman still offer the Peerless 6 speed manual trans:
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-42inch-19...p;blockType=G10
If want to try something else go with the fast auto version, it uses a CVT and is much tougher than the hydro trans.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-46inch-tu...mp;blockType=G4
Originally Posted By: Bud_One
I purchased a Husqvarna YTH18542 18.5 HP Hydro Transmission - new back in 2005 .
I used it for 4 years on my acre lot.
Sold it back in 2009 and it never had any issues.
Only routine maintenance performed.
It's changed hands at least 3 times since is sold it, but it's still going strong .
Currently cutting two acres at least once a month.
No issues with the Hydro Trans ever.
I have a Husqvarna 22 HP 46 inch, and have mowed my lawn with it for about 110 hours and have never had an issue with it.
I purchased a Husqvarna YTH18542 18.5 HP Hydro Transmission - new back in 2005 .
I used it for 4 years on my acre lot.
Sold it back in 2009 and it never had any issues.
Only routine maintenance performed.
It's changed hands at least 3 times since is sold it, but it's still going strong .
Currently cutting two acres at least once a month.
No issues with the Hydro Trans ever.
I have a Husqvarna 22 HP 46 inch, and have mowed my lawn with it for about 110 hours and have never had an issue with it.
I would look at a used commercial grade that possibly comes with a warranty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7KODvjummQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v9eLlb3urs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsV_6juRwMg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7KODvjummQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v9eLlb3urs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsV_6juRwMg
Originally Posted By: drtyler
Several relatives have the low end John Deere mowers (available at Lowes or HD). I have nothing good to say about the mowers. They do not hold up well, and everything is cheap.
My in-laws have had the low end John Deere D110 with 19 HP single cylinder Briggs for going on ten years now, mowing 3/4 acre. No complaints there, other that wishing they had opted for a slightly more expensive V-Twin model.
I myself am now 2-1/2 seasons into a John Deere D140 with the 22 HP V-Twin, mowing a similar 3/4 acre. I have no complaints either. Many of the "cheap" comments you read here on BITOG are bordering on silly. A favorite one of mine is the complaint about the hood being plastic. Seriously? Do you plan to stand on the hood to clean your windows or something?
$2000 for a lawn tractor that will last ten years comes to $200/year without considering the time value of money. It's even less when you factor in a discount rate.
Several relatives have the low end John Deere mowers (available at Lowes or HD). I have nothing good to say about the mowers. They do not hold up well, and everything is cheap.
My in-laws have had the low end John Deere D110 with 19 HP single cylinder Briggs for going on ten years now, mowing 3/4 acre. No complaints there, other that wishing they had opted for a slightly more expensive V-Twin model.
I myself am now 2-1/2 seasons into a John Deere D140 with the 22 HP V-Twin, mowing a similar 3/4 acre. I have no complaints either. Many of the "cheap" comments you read here on BITOG are bordering on silly. A favorite one of mine is the complaint about the hood being plastic. Seriously? Do you plan to stand on the hood to clean your windows or something?
$2000 for a lawn tractor that will last ten years comes to $200/year without considering the time value of money. It's even less when you factor in a discount rate.
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How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
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ls1mike
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The plastic doesn't bother me. My old guy is all plastic.
I do want a better deck and 2 cylinder.
The Briggs I have now has been a flawless 2 cylinder.
Went and looked at a Husqvarna YT42DXLS.
Fabricated steal deck, Kawasaki 21.5 HP and locking rear diff. I like those things.
2645.95. Compared to the other 42 inch mowers I saw with 2 cylinders for 1999 to 2800. I think this maybe the one.
3 year bumper to bumper warranty
5 year frame
limited lifetime on the deck.
I do want a better deck and 2 cylinder.
The Briggs I have now has been a flawless 2 cylinder.
Went and looked at a Husqvarna YT42DXLS.
Fabricated steal deck, Kawasaki 21.5 HP and locking rear diff. I like those things.
2645.95. Compared to the other 42 inch mowers I saw with 2 cylinders for 1999 to 2800. I think this maybe the one.
3 year bumper to bumper warranty
5 year frame
limited lifetime on the deck.
ls1mike
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Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
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ls1mike
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Originally Posted By: mcrn
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
I like that one. I guess I should have mentioned I want to stay at 42inch.
You may ask "Mike why 42inches? Bigger is better!"
When the original owner of the house put in the chain link fence, the gates were based off a mower with a 42 inch beck.
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
I like that one. I guess I should have mentioned I want to stay at 42inch.
You may ask "Mike why 42inches? Bigger is better!"
When the original owner of the house put in the chain link fence, the gates were based off a mower with a 42 inch beck.
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
I like that one. I guess I should have mentioned I want to stay at 42inch.
You may ask "Mike why 42inches? Bigger is better!"
When the original owner of the house put in the chain link fence, the gates were based off a mower with a 42 inch beck.
ok look at these https://www.mowersdirect.com/quick_search.php
Originally Posted By: mcrn
Originally Posted By: ls1mike
Originally Posted By: mcrn
How about this? ......a little more but would get the job done fast. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Turf-Beaast-5...-54FB/100672177
Actually after reading reports.....I would avoid this.
Are your trying to kill me? LOL. I would fall off and die.
LOL sorry. How about this? https://www.mowersdirect.com/Husqvarna-960-43-01-83-Lawn-Mower/p12258.html
I like that one. I guess I should have mentioned I want to stay at 42inch.
You may ask "Mike why 42inches? Bigger is better!"
When the original owner of the house put in the chain link fence, the gates were based off a mower with a 42 inch beck.
ok look at these https://www.mowersdirect.com/quick_search.php
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Originally Posted By: mcrn
ok look at these https://www.mowersdirect.com/quick_search.php
Thanks!
That place is seriously discounted. I am going to take a closer look.
ok look at these https://www.mowersdirect.com/quick_search.php
Thanks!
That place is seriously discounted. I am going to take a closer look.
I had a Murry 38" mower with a B&S 12 HP single that lasted 10 years and now a neighbor uses it. I now have a John Deer L111 42" with a B&S 20 Twin that that has about 130 hours on it. A nice big box John Deere that is a good sturdy mower for~$1,900. Grease fitting on wheels and front axle. Craftsmen has a nice line of mowers in the 42in category that have a good reputation also. Consumer grade junk comments are foolish unless comments without merit. Ed
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