free pickup and delivery or a discount on the turn-up) ZTRs are NOT designed to pull things. 4 Rough hilly acres to mow. Gravely ZT HD. 1. When not in use, should the deck be kept at a specific height (all the way up or down)? Im going to be down in the Bradley, Il area the middle of June. Youll be able to mow your whole property in about four hours. I am looking at a 60 Toro Z Master 2000 with 708cc 24.5 HP V Twin Toro Commercial Engine. It delighted may users with its powerful and reliable Briggs engine which allowed it to outperform other mowers in its price range and deliver commercial-grade cutting power and speed. I have two questions. The Toro fab deck cuts better and the Toro will also pull more but overall the Cub Cadet is one of my top choices for a 42-inch ZTR. I would love not doing that since I have to almost schedule in like 3 hours per week and that is around other demands of my time and also around the weather which can be challenging. Thanks. John deere Z540M with the Kawasaki engine 48 Was curious your thoughts on a Bad Boy MZ Magnum 54 vs brands in your top models? This mower isn't going to blow you away with a ton of bells and whistles but will give a great cut and last a long time. Good to know that their ZTRs dont have the issue. The cheap ones are also flimsy and the spouts break after the first year. Email. It has a normal seat but with the large front and rear tires, it really rides well. Which One Is Best For You? Very comfortable to mow with The cut is even no lines. Hi Clark, I loved the old Dixons but they had such a shallow deck that you couldnt use a high-lift/bagging blade on them so they had to use the blower to suck the grass out of the deck and throw it into the bagger. Any advice you can give on each for a residential lawn? They finally realized that their real mission was to make the best mowers for fewer people instead of making mowers for the masses. I will check out the dealer and go from there. Appreciate your passion and what you do for the common folks on here. Check out my article here on the Toro Titan. We have intentionally and carefully chosen a smaller class of TORO mowers to be compared with the much heavier and upper-class of Bad Boy Mowers, with the sole purpose of highlighting the immense contrast in the performance by both the brands. OEM might even be kevlar belts but they pretty much always cost more. What direction would you lean? Hi Paul! If the non pro Gavely units were part of the 20% off deal, I might go that route as the dealer is 5 or 6 miles from the house. Setting: The Kohler Confidant EFI is the state-of-the-art in engine tech right now. I personally dont like baggers because they are big, bulky, and hard to store so I mulch the leaves and then pick up whats left with a high-speed sweeper. It will ruin your engine! I suggest stopping in to a local dealer and see what they have in the $6000-$9000 range. SO, you really did make my day today. Its been good but Id like to upgrade. Hi Jason, Thank you. Hi James, the MyRide will give you the best possible ride. With the deck removed grab the ends of a blade and wiggle the blade side to side (up and down in relation to the deck) If it wiggles more than 1/16 of an inch tighten the spindle bolts. I have 2 acres to mow and Ive most recently tried out a Ferris IS600z. Q: Is Kohler EFI engine a reliable engine? Great website and resource. 6. The idler bracket has a habit of wearing out the pivot hole. The deck wont lift up for transport or going over curbs. Seems to be the biggest difference is the forged deck? I prefer the 50 inch model because the deck sticks out the side farther which makes it easier to trim around stuff. The Toros cut is fantastic but trans) Seems as though your recommended ZTRs come from Big Box stores, which I prefer to purchase from a dealer. I know you really like the Toro units. Its a very heavy-duty mower. The stronger hydros on the ZT2 will last much longer for you. You have to move up to an Edge to get that option. The only time I lift them up is if Im off using it to pull a cart around in the timber where there may be stumps or rocks to hit. The Z930M is the most popular John Deere mower for commercial operators. Any thoughts on those? We are looking for something with good construction and good cut with reasonable price point. Im not sure if Havener/Bradley would be buying decks and frames from Schiller/Bob Cat but Ill check next time I talk to them. Ive really been eyeing the MX5075 so Im glad you mentioned that one. The 50-inch size will get the lawn mowed quickly. A lot of great reviews online / Pro landscapers rave about build/cut/speed Arm Rest Kit for Cub Cadet XT1 and XT2. One of my local dealers does have some 2018 Gravely ZT HD 48 & 52 models in stock, and Im tempted. Thoughts? A bad boy maverick can cost around $6,299 to $6,949. Hi John, Sorry, I too busy with movingsnow.com and helping my daughter move into their new house. My wife has demanded I either take down some trees, buy some equipment that can handle the job, or hire it out. This is going to get priceysoon! Im not sure on that. Hi Chris, Quick change over to mulch or bag. My budget is $6,000 or less. The cut of my cub cadet is pretty good so I assume the ultima would be as well. Im looking to purchase a zero turn ride on and to be completely honest and am over the place with what I want to do. Use the side discharge until June or so. The Toro has the smart speed and a 3-point deck. It all seems easy enough for me to do it, but its got a 3 yr warranty so what is the best practice? The Toro 75315 Titan is designed for high performance and comfort with the MyRide suspension system to absorb the bumps. Now that spring has come and gone (i live in georgia) everything has grown back up.. so i just want to make sure it would be ok 2 cut again with a mower since its pretty tall weeds and stuff or does it have to be bush hogged again? Jonsered, Poulan Pro, and Husqvarna residential zero-turns are basically all the same. But much of the remaining hillside (15 degree slope) ends at a tree line, so mowing straight up and down requires that I make turns on the hill. Thanks a mil. I would like a mower with a long life-expectancy that is fast and dependable, cuts down on our extensive weed-eating, and wont fall apart when/if we mow the ditch or pull a cart or lawn sweeper. Based on my reading here (and other online platforms), Im pretty much in line with everyone elsereliability, durability, maintainability, reasonable cut (dont need golf course perfection! Ariens Ikon 42. He can get parts for the Jonsered and many of the parts he has on the shelf for the Husqvarna tractors and ZTRs will fit. Are you familiar with or have you had experience with this Toro model? Paul, I am looking for a zero turn mower for a yard that is about 2.75 acres. Toro TimeCutter SS Mulch Kit. Decent engine, decent transmissions and built well. 452 cc Toro Engine. I just noticed that the 48 Accel Deep deck is 10 gauge, that is nice. The original seat is a good comfortable seat but I want one more conducive to one with back problems. Thanks, Mark. The Compacts (all brands) are only for small residential flat areas that have gates you have to deal with. That mower should be in the $2700 range and the fact you have to spend an EXTRA $160 for a hitch is ridiculous. Thank you for what you do. The fully articulated deck hugs all the dips and bumps in your yards and does a great job of striping. Nationwide we are very early in the season ( I still have 2 feet of snow on the ground) so Im fairly sure that there is plenty of stock. Probably not but if your property is rough, has slopes greater than 10 degrees, you want to get done as quickly as possible or you have teenagers who are learning to use a zero-turn then it is worth moving up to the XT2. Thanks for your help! Are these two hydros basically the same or are the 3100s be the better choice of the two? Thanks. I also bought my snow blower through your recommendation. I think I would prefer the new one. To get a ZTR heavy enough to hang on that slope you need to be in the $6000 plus range. I had a guy come in and clear the wooded area, as it was heavily overgrown. As an old fart who has been using ZTRs since they were introduced in the early 90s Im going to tell you a secret no one else will tell you today. Do you agree with that? Behold! The for the advice Paul. 3. I need something more maneuverable than my tractor. Paul YouTube. As always, if you have any questions please ask them in the comment section at the end of this article. Dealer is closest to my house. If you really want a Toro it would be the Toro Titan Model 75310. So, every young kid who was getting into the lawn mowing business bought the Kaw because they were cheaper. I would like something in the 48 inch to 52 inch cut range. Im spending days with my edger to get under the fences and around trees. 1. Paul Sikkema has been writing about snow blowers, riding mowers, and other lawn and garden equipment for over 10 years. I went and looked at it last Saturday and got to drive it around the parking lot. Some day, we may find a good reason to switch over. Also do i need 2 worry about popping one of those front tires with the small stumps i have around? How do you feel about the Bradley and the way I am leaning? Hi Joe, that would be the Ariens IKON XD 52. Its the latest design. Ive been researching alot lately and deciding on a zero turn to replace my old Cub Cadet Yard Tractor. You will like it. Both are heavier duty than the ZT2, have better decks that will cut better and faster, however the Apex is only a few hundred more so is the best choice in my opinion. Im thinking a 50 to 54-inch cut would be good, with a quality engine and transmission. Its only $300 more than the MX5075 but you get a whole lot more mower. I would like to upgrade from my 2000 dixon with a 50 deck and a 15.5 hp vanguard. What model should i be looking at for a rough and hilly yard? I visited the nearest Jonsered dealer today, and he said that Husqvarna has bought up several brand names and hasnt figured out how to deploy them in the marketplace. Great website and I love how you respond to everyones questions cause I actually browsed all your comments to help with my search and narrowed down my choices. Toro Premium Fuel Treatment helps ensure clean, reliable engine performance and protection. I wish the Ariens had a suspension seat, but I cant find one. 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