resale value on john deere lawn mower?

grateful

I have a 2006 John Deere lawnmower, I need to know the resale value on it

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The internet is chock full of sites that could help you.

value of a z225 john deer lawn mower with 58 hrs.?

edwardodie

Mower is in great shape!

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not a commercial mower $2200

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What was the average price of a riding lawn mower in 1975?

kreamy1182

I am doing a report for my job and have googled myself to death. I am looking for the average price of a Craftsman Riding Mower -1975- current, Craftsman Walk-Behind Mower 1975-current, and a Craftsman Weed Eater 1975- current, does anyone have any suggestions as to where I could find this information? I have exhausted all options and would greatly appreciate it!

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I used the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to calculate the cost of these products in 1975 dollars. To test the CPI click below:

http://www.minneapolisfed.org/research/data/us/calc/index.cfm

According to Sears.com, a Craftsman Riding Mower currently retails (on sale) for $1,299.99.

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?vertical=LAWN&pid=07128721000&adCell=P3&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes

By useing the CPI calculator, I have determined the cost of the mower in 1975 would be estimated at $340.34

A Craftsman Walk-Behind Mower currently retails for, $249.99.

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?vertical=LAWN&pid=07137665000&adCell=P3&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes

In 1975, the Craftsman Walk-Behind Mower would retail for $65.45.

A Craftsman Weed Eater currently retails for, $99.99.

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?cat=Power+Lawn+Equipment&pid=07179103000&vertical=LAWN&subcat=Line+Trimmers&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes

In 1975, the Craftsman Weed Eater would retail for $26.18.

How good is the Toro E-cycler cordless mower?

Garry_Mitc

I am thinking of getting the Toro cordless mower and worried about how it cuts thick grass. My yard has thick grass and it has a lot of moisture. I am curious how dose this mower do by it being cordless? Also if not this mower how about the Toro gas mowers like the ones with the pace self propelled systems with either electric start or blade brakes? thank you

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If you are looking for a Toro mower, I would go with recommendations by Consumer Reports. They just came out with their latest reviews of the top lawn mowers for this year and several Toro mowers are on the list. But they are all gas-powered. If you have a large yard and thick grass, I'd go with the gas mowers as it's more powerful than electric mowers.

2011 Best Lawn Mower Recommendations by Consumer Reports:
http://www.tigerfdn.com/consumer-reports-recommended-lawn-mowers

Some of the Toro mowers mentioned are:

Toro Super Recycler Self-Propelled Mower 20092
Toro Super Bagger 20192
Toro Recycler 20333 (this was on last year's list as a "best buy" also)
Toro Recycler 2033

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lawn mower question?

kalamibe

What's a good, not super expensive, lawn mower with a mulcher?
Yea, I was looking between $200-$400

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With the bad mowing season this country just had, and this time of year, it is a good time to get a new mower! Sears has what looks like a good deal on this one. Item# 07137561000 Mfr. model# 37561. It's on sale now too. (50 bucks off)

Are non gas lawn mowers effective?

Arliss

I'm debating on whether or not to go with the old school non gas lawn mower...you know all metal ones you see on Leave It To Beaver and My Three Sons? LOL. Anyway, I've been told by a friend of mine that they are effective in that, they don't leave long grass clippings and that they cut every bit as well as a regular lawn mower. Any thoughts on the pros and cons of this?

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I actually used one for several years, and they work really well. You can buy them at Sears which is where I got mine. They are so much cheaper than a gas powered mower, and so much quieter., and there is no stinky gas or gas fumes to deal with. They are also quite easy to push, and actually kindof fun to use. The clippings left on the ground are good for the soil. The only cons that I can see, is that if you have a really large yard, it might take a little longer to mow it, also you can't let your grass grow too long, because it will be more difficult to cut, and the clippings will be long-and you may have to rake them up. I don't believe the old school mowers have any sort of mulching abilities to take care of long clippings (but you can get a little container that sits behind it to collect clippings, I believe)

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Can someone recommend an appropriate sized lawn tractor for 9 acres?

rankin3k

I recently purchased a home with approximately 9 acres of cleared land. There are two fairly steep areas, strenuous to walk up, but still grassy. Is a 60 inch cutting deck sufficient?

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Yes. 60 inches is okay for that. DO you want a zero turn mower or a walk behind? The zero turn will be hard to run on the hills and may be unsafe. The walk behind is safer on the hills and may need a sulky to ride on as walking behind that is long. 60 inches should be able to mow that in a few hours. A 72 inch mower can do an acre in 15 minutes. 60 inches maybe 20 minutes an acre. How much time do you have on your hands? Plus all of these mowers will be in the 8-9000 dollar range....

question on the club cadet lawn tractor?

Someone in

I'm thinking of buying the club cadet GT 1554 VT lawn tractor. I would like to know how much gas it uses to cut 1 acer with 8inch grass.

Thanks for any info

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I have a smaller club cadet, and it takes about 3 gallons. I have 7 aces with up and down rolling hills.

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riding lawn mower?

chris n

How many HP do you guys suggest for a riding mower to cut a 1/2 acre of lawn,the yard has alot of rolling hills with a few fairly steep climbs.I was thinking Husqvarna,what do you think?

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Husqvarna makes the Craftsman mowers. MTD makes Cub, White, Troy-Built, Yard man, Yard Machines, Bolens, and the new Toro tractors. The John Deeres in Lowes and Home Depot are made to last 250 hours and be tossed. That is all the "discount" brands.

If you are looking for a mower go to a dealer, even if its John Deere. The dealer can service the machine after the sale. Most will even deliver for free. They know the machines and the feature that will work for your conditions and situation in your yard. You are going to talk to someone who knows exactly what they are talking about, and not someone who will be in paint tomorrow.

I would recommend a Snapper of a Simplicity. Simplicity has a mower called the Regent that is 18 HP with a 38" deck, and sells for $1999. You are not going to find many machines under 15 HP.
http://www.simplicitymfg.com
http://www.snapper.com

Hope this helps

snapper lawn mower?

Jim C

When adjusting the belt the bracket that you tighten to hold it in place does not hold well. Any suggestions on how to fix it?

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I am not sure what Snapper model you have. If you mean the one where you tighten the 5/16 bolt that goes through a circular clamp then sometimes you need to use a back up wrench on the backside of the bolt. I use a pry bar to adjust the frame to where I want it and then tighten it good. The hardend bolts work the best for this, through the clamp. I have a few of the older Snappers and they do loosen at times, I find that it is if I mow on the hills a lot and make a lot of turn on them.

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Snapper lawn mower?

argus

I would like to buy a blade cutter from ebay
I know the size is 21" but i have seen so many diferent blade types, i am not sure
what to look for.
can you help?
thank you.

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Besides the length you have to know how it mounts. There are a few different styles. Sears uses a star, but most use a single hole in the center. Some also use a bolt in the center with two other bolts on either side. Check out your blade and find one that matches.

Craftsman RE2000 Riding Lawn Mower?

natsumi_pr

If anyone has an idea how to obtain the repair manual for this model I would sure appreciate the help.

I have checked every link I could find by using the search engines with no luck.

Thank you.
Thanks anyways, but my sister found it free online, lol. Take care!

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You will need to get the model number off the mower. It will be 917. something. With that number go to sears parts direct and enter the number. If they have a manual available you will be able to order it from them. The number should be on a tag like under the seat.

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How do I remove/tighten my lawn mower tires?

Daniel C

I have a Murray 20" plain old push mower. 2 of the wheels have gotten quite loose and make it very difficult to push as they go on a slant now. I thought I could just tighten the nut but nothing happen. I can't see under the mower to well but it appears to be a normal nut (may be wrong) but when I clamp it and tighten the bolt it doesn't actually tighten. I did notice that the bolt doesn't slide like one would expect if the nut was loose.
Any Help??

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The bolts that hold the wheels on a push mower are shoulder bolts. They have a sort of smooth shaft area from just under the head to the threaded portion, which acts as an axle for the wheel to turn on. You can't tighten these wheels, as the shoulder of the bolt will already be in contact with the frame of the mower deck. What's most likely happened is that the inside of the wheel itself, which is probably plastic, has simply wallered the hole out to a size that allows it to flip flop from side to side or just run sideways. You need to get to either a good hardware or a mower repair facility and buy some new wheels to install. Then you'll be back to mowing straight.

Mounting Tubeless tire on Rim of riding lawn mower?

gmarker

I have a flat tire of one of the Larger rear tubeless tires on my Yard Machines MTD riding mower. The problem is when I apply air from hi-pressure hose, there is no way for the tire to seal around the rim so it inflates. There must be a trick to get the tire to basically puff up so it expands over the rim. One auto tire guy suggested rubbing soap and water around the tire seal on both sides and as I apply air push in on the tread......well no that didn't work.

The mower is on a jack lift so the tire spins freely.
I'm using a mechanic shop quality air pressure electric pump.

That's the deal. Thanks George.

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Run a good stout rope around the circumferance of the tire, in the center. Use a long screwdriver or bar and twist it tight. This will make the tire flare out and seat the beads on the rim. Put air in it, you will be able to feel the tire taking air. Untwist the rope as it fills. I have also used ratcheting tiedown straps. When it starts taking air loosen the strap. At a tire shop they have a device that does the same thing but it inflates with air pressure. Just don't get your fingers in the wrong place. I usually leave the valve core out at first so the air will come back out but it will leave the tire seated on the wheel. It also might be easier to work on if you removed the wheel.

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Should I replace my lawn mower or get it fixed?

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Lawn mower loud bang?

Ryan

I buy lawn mower on craigslist for 500 dollar, brand is weed eater, it has 3hp tecumseh engine, it make loud bang after 5 minute of use and i dont know why. it also shoot fire out muffler and then stop. any answer appreciate many time. gracias

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You paid $500 dollars for a used lawn mower. you can buy a brand new one at sears for 300?
Your probably paid for a $500 pos that was broken in the first place. Yet at this point you became a sucker, not only did you buy as is, You can't get your money back the Guy you bought it from, he just has to say it ran fine when he sold it to you.

Lesson here do your home work first, check prices at stores for the same brand before purchase
You could have got the same lawn mower brand new for less? Why would you buy a product that you have no history of? Now your out 500 plus cost for repairs or outright replacement.


Hope that helps
Lr

lawn mower problems?

carol k

i have riding lawn mower and starter kicks out and turns motor one turn then stops..i hooked starter to a charger and it will keep running fine so i dont think its the starter..what should i do next

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If the battery test good and all of the connections are good 12 volt source, check the valves in both overhead valve or in block style valve. Meaning, an overhead valve has a head with valves in it that you can take off, push rods, and adjustable rocker arms ( the valves are not contained with in the block). You should also check them on a valve inblock style on some series and brands ( ex. if it is like a k series Kohler they have adjustable tappets in them that have a clearance that needs to be set). I forgot to mention this style of motor contain the valve in the engine block You can tell by the head just being flat and just having spark plug hole and no moving parts in it. If it is a valve in block style or overhead, and all other conditions are met valves set properly,no electrical problems. This could maybe have a compression release problem. There is a spring and a lift pin on the camshaft that releases compression from the piston chamber. It is on the cam shaft and through cintrifigal force allows weights through turning rpm to move a pin and in turn allow the valve to go to the open position allowing compression to leak down and not dead head while starting so it can be turned over easier. After the engine starts the weights fall back in and the release is no longer holding the valve open and the valve tran operates normally. Usually if you put a charger on it will start fine. With this problem the starter has unlimited amperage ( whatever the charger is usually 300-600 amps if it a big one) to turn that motor over. Most mower batterys will carry a lot less cold cranking amps. Just remember that testing your cables can be tricky checking them with an ohm meter is a bad reading because if just one strand of the cable is touching you will get a good reading. Check the draw of the starter with an inductive pickup to see how many amps it is pulling if it is pulling just a few it is cable and connections or starter prob. If it is pulling a lot could be starter problems or it could be a compression problem because the starter is having to work double time to try and turn that motor since the cylinder is building up full compression. I have had the compression release in many cases cause a customer to buy a new starter, cables, and switch when he didn't need em. He put it on and it didn't make a difference. I am into diagnosing not spendin money. Hope I helped you diagnose it and I explained it so you could understand p.s Just dont want you to spend money on something you dont' need!

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Please recommend a reasonably priced, but quality lawn mower?

Michael

My dad already has a riding mower and just needs a push lawnmower to clean up around the edges where it's hard to maneveur the riding mower.

Ideally, looking for well designed, well built lawnmower that is reasonably priced (couple hundred dollars?)
I doubt my dad is going to do routine maintenace like oil changes and air filter changes.

So I guess a lawnmower that can take that type of neglect and still continue to work fine might be best.

Answer
Here is something most people dont know. Most stamped steel lawnmowers are built by the Roper corporation (even if they have a fancy name on them). Grass clippings are very acidic and will cause the average steel mower to rust through within 3 to 5 years even if they are kept in the garage. Now the main difference is the engine. These engine manufacturers produce engines to different mowers specifications and can differ greatly even though they look identical on the outside. One Briggs and Stratten is not the same as the next. Honda makes the best mower engine hands down but can be pricey. Briggs and Stratten is second but due to demands from low budget manufacturers they will vary as well. Tecumseh has historically been the bottom of the heap with minimal adjustments and frequent need for service. Go to Home Depot and get the best steel deck mower in your range. Their version of the John Deer is a good buy. Change the oil every forty hours of operation max! Always clean around the dipstick before checking the oil so nothing falls into the motor. Replace the air filter at the beginning of every season and more if your area is exceptionally dusty.Wash the clippings out from under the deck before you put it away. Never put STP or oil additives in the oil, air cooled engines work different than your car (the oil gets hot enough to fry fish) and this stuff kills. Follow the engine manufacturers guidelines and you will be OK no matter what you buy.
I worked for Toro for five years at the distributor level as a warranty mechanic and although I like Toro, I think Snapper makes the best mower on the planet.
Go figure.

Honda, John Deere or Snapper for quality self-propelled gas lawn mower?

Craig Lee

I'm looking for a lawn mower for a house I just bought. The total area for the yards is fairly large (over 1/4 acre) and irregularly shaped. So, a corded mower is probably not a good option. Also, I don't think it's really big enough to justify a riding mower. The mower brands that seem to have caught my attention are Honda, John Deere and Snapper. I'm looking for a high end self-propelled gas lawn mower and was looking for any comments on these brands. Thanks for your input.

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Snapper is a proven winner and parts are easy to obtain. John Deere has been around for a long time however, parts and quality can still be 'suspect'.
Honda is a great mower although I recommend pirchasing it from a genuine dealer (instead of Home Depot) as they're just not the same.

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How to turn a regular riding lawn mower to a racing lawn mower?

Jamaal

In 2006 I bought a used Yard Machine made by MTD from Walmart for $200. I am wondering if I can turn it into a racing lawn mower.

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Heck yes you can. Just modify the motor. You can get information online just google or search "lawn mower racing". And you will get a ton of info. You also need to get special racing tires and wheels put on it and I think they remove the cutting deck and possible trim it down to make it lighter. Like fiberglass hood deck and body instead of metal. Really wouldn't be that much to do and I've watched it on TV and it looks like a ton of fun!!!!!!!! Do it Man!!!!!!!!! Bobby Bouchier has nothin on you(AKA Adam Sandler in WaterBoy)

Anywhere to go lawn mower racing near western new york?

B rad

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Check these links below. There should be something there to help you out. the Wikipedia link has a bunch of links to various organizations that I did not list.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawn_mower_racing Wikipedia on Mower racing.
http://www.letsmow.com/ US Lawn Mower Racing Association
http://www.nepalawnmowerracing.com/ North East PA Lawnmower Racing

http://www.heymow.com/ Lawn Mower Racing Forum - Index


Brooke, Yes, he is serious. Just because you may not have heard of something, does not mean it is not a serious motorsport. Now go back to playing with your dolly's and let the adults have a conversation.

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Toro lawn mower will not start. July 22, 2013.?

M

July 22, 2013.

I have the following Toro lawn mower. The lawn mower engine showed a continuous decline in running time. Five weeks ago, the lawn mower continued to run in perfect order. As time passed by, the engine would not run as long. The engine would run, but die after a certain time. The engine running time continued to decrease as time passed by. Now, the engine will not start.

Toro 6.5 horsepower GTS lawn mower
Toro model number 20017
Toro serial number 240121813

Tecumseh Power Company
engine model number: LV195EA
spec: 362003B
engine family: 4TPXS.1951BC

Round one: We replaced the spark plug and air filter. The engine would run for one or two seconds.

Round two: We removed and cleaned the small metal bowl attached to the carburetor with carburetor cleaner. We removed and cleaned the main jet by using a small wire. We filled the fuel tank with one-week old 87 octane unleaded fuel. The engine would run for one or two seconds.

We drained the fuel tank and filled the tank with fresh 93 octane unleaded fuel. The engine continue to run! Hurray! We pulled the starter cord an hour later and the engine continue to run! Hurray! Two successful tests made me very happy.

When I transported the lawn mower from my friend's home to my home, I pulled the starter cord. The engine failed to start! The engine would not even run for one or two seconds.

I wanted to try starting the engine the next day.

Round three: The next day, I pulled the starter cord and the engine would not start. The engine would not even run for one or two seconds.

We cleaned the fuel tank with carburetor cleaner and the tiny mesh screen that serves as the fuel filter. We rinsed the fuel tank with fresh 93 octane unleaded fuel twice and refilled the tank with fresh 93 octane unleaded fuel.

We applied carburetor cleaner through the fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor. We applied carburetor cleaner to the float in the small metal bowl. We did not fully disassemble the carburetor.

I pulled the starter cord and the engine would not start. The engine would not even run for one or two seconds.

Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thank you again for your help and guidance.

-Mark

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I used to have the same problem. Every other season or so. I would remove the carburetor and spray electrical contact cleaner through all of the ports. The ports are fixed in this machine I believe, and there are no needle valves/adjustment screws. I would also stick a fine copper wire through these ports. It took about an hour start to finish including re-installing the carburetor . Ran like a raped ape after that.

What is the best riding mower?

Adam

My dad and I have been mowing some lawns commercially on the side for the past 7 or 8 years. I have one job that is about 6" to 8" tall when we mow it and it is not like city grass, it's like grass that grows in the country. It is about 5 or 6 acres of that with little trees that try to grow in the grass. That yard takes about 5 or 6 hours of mowing each time. The rest of my yards are in town and a lot smaller. For the jobs I have right now I have been using a 2007 Cub Cadet Tractor mower, 24 horsepower, 50" cut that I bought this year and I works we'll but I bought it used and it already has some problems. I recently narrowed down my selection to a mower with 24+ hp and a 42" + cut zero turn mower under $3,500. It has to be durable and be able to do this job and not fall apart. I was looking at the 2013 Hustler Raptor (23 hp Kawasaki engine, 54" cut with a really strong deck and build for $2,899) and a Bad Boy MZ Magnum (27 hp Briggs and Stratton motor and a 54" deck built also really strong for $3,499) I would much rather have more hp but I heard someone say that the Kawasaki motor runs so much better, but is it as powerful as the 27 hp Briggs and Stratton motor? Any suggestions on other ztr mowers and and answer to this question of which one would be better for my job(s) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

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That cub is a hard mower to beat. I think I would look and see how much to repair it first.

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How do you use your electric lawn mower?

carolina n

We received a electric lawn mower as a gift (it's a second hand mower) my husband has been using it for several months. The only way he can use it without cutting the electrical cord is pushing and pulling the mower with one hand while pulling, pushing, picking the cord with the other. I think it takes double the time cutting the lawn with this machine....is there a tip that you can give us? maybe something we don't know, like a retractable electrical cord...I don't know....something that you can use to be able to push the machine with both hands

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BTW "The Man": 'Electric' would mean..... electricity. 'Battery-powered' would mean.... battery. DUH.

I have an electric; takes a few uses to get the hang of it. Most have a handle that 'flips' from one side to the other, so that the cord stays on the same side of the mower, and you don't have to walk backward, or drag the mower - both of which can be dangerous. Check your mower to see if it has a hinge at the bottom, where the handle attaches to the mower. If so, then you should also have a lever that will unlock the handle and allow you to flip it over to the other side.

Once you figure that out: start mowing closest to where you've plugged in, and walk away from it; make sure that where the cord plugs into the handle stays closest to the 'plug in' point at your house. Then, as you mow further away, the cord stays on the grass that's already been mowed.

electric lawn mower cords....?

Courtney A

For an electric lawn mower that needs to be plugged in while in use, do they need a special lawn mower cord, or can you use just a regular orange extension cord?
Would you recomend an electric mower over a gas?

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You can use any size 120VAC extension cord as long as it is a three prong (grounded) cord to prevent any shock hazards.

I recommend getting a Black & Decker CMM1200 cordless electric mower instead because you will not have to manage the hassles of a cord. Pulling a 100ft long cord across a lawn is actually harder than pushing a cordless mower. You can read my review below to get an idea of what a cordless will do for you.

Finally, thanks for trying to go GREEN! If you have any other green questions don't hesitate to ask!

http://www.epinions.com/review/Black_Decker_19_In_24_Volt_Cordless_Mulching_Mower/content_445899312772

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which of these LAWN MOWERS would you recommend?

Q. this one for $239.00...........
http://www.krillion.com/xNPCSZ-Craftsman-38906-Akron-OH-44301;jsessionid=2F15DAEBDCEDE5B7D68074A532413BC8.browser1

or........

this one for $208.00.......
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8282573

Answer
I just recently purchased a new mower. In looking at the various choices at Consumer Reports, there was no Yardman ranked very high at all whereas some of the Craftsman mowers were better ranked.

From personal experience, I have found the Craftsman mowers to be pretty good. I have owned several including my most recent one. The only reason I am getting a new one is the need for a self propelled model rather than a push type.

anyone know when lawn mower go on sale?

Catina

end of season sale

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According to an article by Consumer Reports on âWhen to buy whatâ

Lawn mowers are often on sale in the months of April, May, August, September, and October.

As a disclaimer keep in mind that there are always exceptions and that sometimes during sales the selection of products is lower.

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Suggestions on a good lawn mower?

Kristen L

Hello, I need to buy a lawn mower for my yard. My yard is under an acre but is sloped in the front and has a slight hill in the back yard area. Most of the yard is grass and not tree, so there is a substantial amount of grass to mow. We now have a service that does it for us, but to cut costs and get exercise I am now looking for a new mower. my question is..what are the best brands of mowers that I can get affordably? I need one that is self propelled due to the hills and a side mulcher instead of a bagger would be helpful. I have looked into Lawnboy and craftsman and unsure of the quality. I would love to own a ride on mower however they are too pricey and my range is more like 350 and under. Also any tips if I try to find a used machine as far as what to look for? I have been looking at Home Depot, Lowes, Sears, and Walmart..unsure where it is best to buy one. Any suggestions or ideas are appreciated. Thanks!

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Toro Self Pace mower is the best thing out here in my opinion. My yard is about the same size as yours and I love it. It adjusts to what ever speed you want to walk, it is a mulcher, side discharge, and bagger all in one. Everyone sells them, If you have a Costco membership, they have it now.

Also when I do my yard it is equivelent to walking 3.5 miles... great exercise...

Troy Built Lawn Mower?

Cae

My husband has a 2000 Troy Built Lawn Mower and is looking for a bagger for it. He has went to the website, but no luck. He is hoping to get a bagger number. Anyway, the Model # is 13AQ609G063, if anyone knows where to find one or can specifically help. Thanks!

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Most baggers are universal anyway- any home improvement store would carry them. Be prepared to spend around $300-500 for one tho.
It shouldnt be difficult to hook up either, a frame bolts to the back of the tractor chassis, the bagger hood and bags hang from this , while the shute hooks to the deck with a small bungee cord, somtimes this lil tab attached to the deck might need to be welded or screwed on- depends on the kit.

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can i use any lawn mower blade?

Andrew S

i have a yard machines 21'' 4hp lawn mower. it is gas operated. i haven't sharpened the blades and i dont know how to sharpen so i need to buy a new blade. can i just buy any blade that is 21 inches?

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Not typically. The center hole on blades differs. HHowever most places (think lLowe's walmart, etc) have cross reference charts for what blades fit what machine. Also, on the blade packs themselves it will say "Fits Yard Machines."

If in doubt take the blade off and take it in the store with you....

Do you know about Lawn Mower Blade?

Jennifer F

what is Lawn Mower Blade
and how Lawn Mower Blade works?
if you have the information then send me soon and if possible help me about it.

Answer
thats the part under the mower that spins very fast and is sharp, it cuts the grass


pictures
http://images.google.ca/images?hl=en&q=Lawn%20Mower%20Blade&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi

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Anyone know when Lowes usually puts their Riding Lawn Mowers on sale?

Ashley S

Anyone know about what month Lowes puts riding lawn mowers on sale?

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I would guess spring. It would only make sense

What weight of motor oil do I need for my lawn mower?

Sapphire O

Its time to change the oil in my lawn mower tractor. The place I bought if from no longer has the manufacture recommended oil on sale, and the last remaining bottle I have does not list the weight of the oil. The engine is a 25hp Kohler, 2 cylinder. Outdoor operating temperatures will be approximately 50 degrees(f) to 95 degrees (f).

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Since you use it in warm weather 10w-30 will work fine. Most manufacturers recommend it.

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How fast would a lawn mower motor be able to make a go-kart go?

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JC

My mates and i want to make a go-kart and we're gonna use a lawn mower motor. How may km/h can a lawn mower motor make a go-kart go?

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A stock briggs & stratton 5 hp best choice
can soup it up and with right gearing can get you into the 80 mph range
once race karts when younger easy to find parts for easy to build into a monster
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easy stuff to work with not many moving parts

My lawn mower is making a loud clanking noise?

mike k

Im trying to start the lawn mower and its making a loud clanking sound every few pulls, the engine sounds like its going to start and nothing happens except for white smoke ive changed oil gass spark plug air filter ive tried starter spray and nothing, and every couple pulls the cord just snaps back out of my hand??? any ideas ints a craftsman 7.0 self prepelle mower???

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It sounds like you turned the mower upside down and got oil in the cylinder. I would pull the plug out and pull it a few times then put the pug back "clean it first". Try and start it.

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What is a high quality, reliable lawn mower?

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dniewahner

I have just over half an acre and it's all hill. It's too steep in the back for a riding mower, so I have to use a walk-behind. I had a Troy-bilt mower with a Briggs Straton engine, and it sucked. I've only had it for 2 years and the transmission already went out. In addition, the drive wheels (rear wheel drive) keep getting stripped and falling off. Can you recommend a better brand? Some thing that will last for years?

Thanks.

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Snapper is the best I have worked with. Long lasting and great motors. Keep the blade sharp.

What will increase the traction on my lawn mower drive plate/drive wheel connection?

The Butche

I have rear engine Snapper riding lawn mower and had got grease or oil on my drive plate. I cleaned it off with gasoline really good but the drive disk/wheel still seems to be losing traction when I go in reverse or up a hill. What can I clean the drive plate with to increase the drive disk to drive plate traction?

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they make an actual belt dressing it is in a aerosol type can this is use in industry for v belts on big circulating blowers try grainger supply

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Why is the Obama admin refusing to perform their constitutionally mandated role of protecting our borders?

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Memyselfan

And is instead taking new powers onto themselves that are not constitutionally mandated such as forcing citizens to buy heath care?

Does this meant that the contract between the federal government and the states is null and void?

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Why are Republicans such Gawd awful hypocrites when it come to illegal immigration >
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Texas immigration bill has big exception - CNN
... filed in Texas that address the issue of illegal immigration, one, proposed by Republican ... for hiring lawn care companies who hire unauthorized immigrants, he ...
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Romney hires illegal lawn mowers, blames government | Redstate
... which would have Massachusetts State troopers arrest illegal immigrants and ... He did not hire illegals. That Republicans and conservatives are keeping this non-story ...
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Sulky or no Sulky on my walk behind SCAG mower?

Donnie

I have a 2011 SCAG SW 36" Advantage belt driven walk behind with the Kohler Command Pro 15(HP) engine. It has less than 40 hours on it, I bought it late in the season and only use it on my not so large lawn. I am 5' 10", 190 lbs. Can my mower handle a sulky? I'm not sure how the transmission would handle it. Would I kill it? I don't have major hills and don't cut when it's wet...barely less than 1 acre lot. Thanks for any info or life experiences.

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that mower should handle a sulky. they are not heavy

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How to build a lawn mower go kart?

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D5IlENT1

The internet doesnt detail this quite accuratley so i came here. I just really need instructions starting from taking the lawn mower engine off to making the kart turn on. Any help is appreciated :) oh, and my budget is <$200 so yeah.. :P

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Sorry, but I'm gonna rain on your parade here......... A lawn mower engine is a "vertical shaft" engine and most go-karts use a "horizontal shaft" engine.......... You'd need to find a way to turn the power 90 degrees.........

Does anyone know a good type of Lawn Mower for a medium size Lawn?

Nick F

Hey everyone, I'm a total newbie for lawnmowers and need some help picking one out. I'm basically looking for a Gas powered lawn mower to cut the grass once a week. We live in a Townhouse so our lawn isn't too big. I heard Electric lawn mowers are not that great for cutting grass and take up a lot of electricity to recharge their batteries, hence looking for a Gas powered mower. Does anyone know the difference between a Self-Propelled, and a Hand Push Mower? My budget is roughly $200-300...any suggestions would be more than appreciative.

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Check with Sears, they have good medium priced mowers. The SP pulls itself forward, where the other one doesn't. I have both, as some of my lawn has small trees and bushes, but the SP is great for most of it. The size of the area to be mowed may also factor into your choice, as a small even lawn, will not take much effort, and a push mower is cheaper then a self propelled.

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What is the best type of lawnmower to use? and also for a lower price?

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Tyler

I need advice pickin out a lawn mower. i'm starting a mowing business and need a good cheap one to start out. once i start getting more business and money i'll be a better one. but i jsut need a starter.

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Try a human powered mower. It just works of of you pushing it forward. Its many blades rotate agents a stationary one that scissors off the grass. Its a work out and its quiet and non polluting.

Why are lawn mowers so expensive?

Taylor

I've been wanting to start a mowing business but I've been having trouble figuring out the prices for mowers. You can buy a nice self propelled 21" mower for $300 but then if you want a 32" mower suddenly the price shoots up to about $1500. Why do lawn mowers cost so much? You can buy a riding lawn mower for the price of a 32".

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They are priced as high as people are willing to pay, and unfortunately there are many people willing to pay way too much money for mowers. It's just simple economics. Too many financially irresponsible people encourage manufacturers and retailers to gouge us on prices.

Something I would recommend is buying slightly used equipment. People frequently buy more of a mower than they need or can afford and end up selling it only a year or two old. I buy almost all of my tools and equipment used. For example, I just bought a nearly brand new Cub Cadet with only 19 hours on it for $1,000 ($2,400 new price tag!).

Watch Craigslist and roadside for good, used equipment and don't support price gouging by buying overpriced new equipment.

I hope that helps. Peace!

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Why is my riding lawnmower going off when I put it into gear?

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theplaneti

Yesterday I was cutting grass and my riding lawnmower started going off. I can turn it on and it runs. But when I put it into gear and start moving (even with the mowing deck NOT engaged) it goes off. Sometimes I can drive it for 3 foot, sometimes for 30 foot, sometimes not at all. I can press the clutch real quick to kick it out of gear and it will then stay on. Know what this might be? Also is there a rule of thumb as far as how fast to put the motor when in a particular gear? Thanks in advance.

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well from the sounds of it, your engine is bogging down when you try to move or turn on the cutting deck, is this correct? if it was a safety switch, the motor would cut out quickley as if you had turned it off yourself. but if is cutting out slowly, almost as if it has a loss of power, then it is not a safety switch. if the tractor hasnt had a tune up lately (oil change, new spark plug, air filter) then i would first off do that. next, you might want to check you compression, it could have a valve not seating right which would cause a loss of compression, which in the end would cause a loss of power. but it could also be you need you play with your carburator adjustments a little. if have to look in your manual to find out which valve is the main fuel valve and which is the idle. then just give the main fuel valve a turn either clock wise or counter clock wise and then see if it helps. and if it makes it worse going one way then go the other way. good luck, and with the throttle, no, it does not matter were it is set at, i usually have it 3/4 of the way up, and thats my rpm speed not matter what gear you are in. but if it a newer tractor then you have the throttle all the way up while you are cutting. on the older ones you dont, you will over rev the engine.

John

What's the proper maintenance to revive a lawnmower that's been idle for 4 years?

yummsoju

I have a Craftsman 6.0 HP lawnmower that's been in the garage for 4 years. The fluids were never drained from it. I'm afraid that trying to start it up will damage it if I don't do the right maintenance on it.

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i have been a small engine mechanic for about seven years, so i've seen this problem more than once. start of by removing the sediment bowl, dump it out and spray it with carb cleaner. be careful not to get any cleaner on ANY gasket or seal as they will be ruined. take out the pin that hold the float and remove the needle BE VERY CAREFUL this needle is easy to lose. spray cleaner through the needle seat and rplace needle and float. there should be a stem beside the needle seat, this contains a jet, spray cleaner in the end to clean. reassemble the carb and reattach to motor refeul and replace oil and start mowing. if problem(s) persist feel free to contact me via e-mail. good luck

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Is it illegal to have Lawn Mowers in the backyard and in the front yard?

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Francis Ja

I'm asking this because my parents received something from the cops and not just me everyone in my neighborhood got on. They say this.Remove all items from yard to include old lawn mowers, trailers, go carts, misc, garbage, lawn equip, cans, containers, metal, plastic, wood, etc. I was shocked. We never had this for 7 years. But now I think they are taking it seriously for some reason. Please help!

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Obviously it is a violation of local zoning code.

There are two reasons such codes suddenly get enforced.

One is complaints from neighbors, because such hillbilly crap tends to drive down property values. This enforcement wave could very well be a result of some guy down the street who's had his house on the market for three years now and can't find a buyer. It also could be some councilman who when driving through your neighborhood thinks it looks like a ghetto.

The second reason is that municipal budgets have been slashed. So they're looking for new revenue streams to pay for necessities. Such low hanging fruit as code violations rarely have as rapid repercussions on elected officials as cutting services or not balancing the budget.


You've always had such rules, they just didn't enforce them

Why are lawn mowers so expensive?

Taylor

I've been wanting to start a mowing business but I've been having trouble figuring out the prices for mowers. You can buy a nice self propelled 21" mower for $300 but then if you want a 32" mower suddenly the price shoots up to about $1500. Why do lawn mowers cost so much? You can buy a riding lawn mower for the price of a 32".

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Mower manufacturers have mowers they usually sell to home owners, or people that just mow for themselves. Then they have their "commercial" line of mowers, always more expensive. Just know, they all make the grass shorter.
Commercial units are usually built a bit stronger. Maybe a better motor with longer maintenance times, heavier built decks and blades, bigger gas tanks, oil filters to increase longevity. If I was starting out, I would go to craigslist(dot)org. I have always found several mowers, riders, commercial, and push mowers, as well as trimmers, trailers and any other tool you might need. Most people live close to 2 to 4 markets of CL that offer a variety of products.
So, buy used, as you develop the business, you will see and appreciate specific models and brands, then you can splurge on your favorite power tool.

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