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faithfulFrank
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Walk behind mower recommendation?
Original Message Mar 12, 2005 10:06 am |
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Hey Guys, A friend of mine is looking for a new walk behind mower.......he told me the following; Doesn't need self propelled, doesn't really need a bagger Mainly wants it to be a nice cut, and to perhaps mulch well. He does not really need all the bells and whistles, but appreciates quality, and also value. Does any brand stand out as a good basic quality unit with exceptional cutting? I'm not really too up on these.....my 25 year old 3.5 hp front propelled Toro still works for what I need it to do, just trimming. thanks, Frank D.
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Re: Walk behind mower recommendation?
Reply #7 Mar 13, 2005 6:50 pm |
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A few people here have already told you what I am going to say lol I have had alot of experiance with mowers and engines. In my experiance I know of two companies that make great mowers. My dad had a Toro LT that lasted 20 years before it died. My dad also owned a Snapper that lasted 15 years before it died. I owned a Scotts that was manufactured by John Deer that lasted 5 years and died. I owned a Murray RER that lasted 16 years then died. When I buy my new mower, its either going to be a Toro or a Snapper. Toro Snapper
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Re: Walk behind mower recommendation?
Reply #9 Mar 14, 2005 7:05 am |
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In my original post I did not mention a couple other features---If I wanted my walk behind to last for years I would buy one with an Aluminum allow deck. It seems the deck is the first thing that rusts out (most of us won,t keep them washed out underneath), also I would look at the wheel adjustment mechanism,s. , also the wheels should have good bearings, etc. With the good features, a good engine (there are many brands that are good solid, easy starting, long lasting) will give you a mower that will be with you for many years. (hope so anyway)---Take care and may you and your family be blessed from the God of Heaven this day and always---Will
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Re: Walk behind mower recommendation?
Reply #10 Mar 14, 2005 2:11 pm |
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I don't know what your friend's budget is, but if money was no problem, I'd be looking at the Deere JA62 self propelled with lockable front caster wheels at around $550. Also the Cub Cadet SR621 at around $459. As a guy that has pushed a LOT of mowers in the last 40 years, I would want at least a 2 speed self propelled feature for those days I'm walking a little slower than usual, comfortable handle bar height, one lever wheel height adjustment (no fiddling with each wheel, or accidently haveing one wheel different causing a rotten looking cut), and the ability to bag, mulch, or side discharge with out too much fuss swapping parts. Also the Toro Super recycler 20055 model at around $549 is an excellent mower but with individual wheel height adjustments. These are not the most expensive models out there, but they are high end mowers, and should last 10-20 years with good maintenance and if not abused by running over metal pipes, etc. If he was looking to spend less than $250, then whatever is on sale at any given week at the local box store with the most features he can get for his money.
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faithfulFrank
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Re: Walk behind mower recommendation?
Reply #11 Mar 19, 2005 7:23 am |
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Thanks everyone.... I will pass on to my friend your wise counsel........ Frank D.
This message was modified Mar 19, 2005 by faithfulFrank
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