Amy_S
Ok. I have to mow the lawn for the first time today...what do I do? Do I have to use special gas? I know that it's called 2-cycle, but do I pick it up at the hardware store? I know I sound like a stupid chick, but I really appreciate your help. Thanks
Answer
No stupid questions here.
Just about every lawn mower today uses regular gas. Only some models of the Lawn Boy brand use two cycle oil anymore. Use of two cycle oil is a mix of oil and gas used instead of having oil in the engine (like a car).
Small engines like chain saws and string trimmers usually use a 2 cycle mix (anywhere from 1:25 to 1:50)
If your lawn mower has a place to put oil than it uses regular gas. Its a good idea to check the oil level before starting the engine. With most small mowers it should be full to the top. If it needs oil, use a plain SAE 30 oil.
Wearing eye and ear protection is always a good idea.
Its also a good idea to do a quick check for any debris (sticks, rocks, etc.) before mowing.
-Brian
No stupid questions here.
Just about every lawn mower today uses regular gas. Only some models of the Lawn Boy brand use two cycle oil anymore. Use of two cycle oil is a mix of oil and gas used instead of having oil in the engine (like a car).
Small engines like chain saws and string trimmers usually use a 2 cycle mix (anywhere from 1:25 to 1:50)
If your lawn mower has a place to put oil than it uses regular gas. Its a good idea to check the oil level before starting the engine. With most small mowers it should be full to the top. If it needs oil, use a plain SAE 30 oil.
Wearing eye and ear protection is always a good idea.
Its also a good idea to do a quick check for any debris (sticks, rocks, etc.) before mowing.
-Brian
Which brand zero-turn riding mower do you recommend?
Jackie
I have 4 acres of mostly flat lawn to mow. Not many obstacles to mow around besides a large oval shaped pond which is on higher ground so there's a nice slope up to it at the back of the yard.
Answer
A lot of people will tell you to buy a commercial mower since you have a lot of space. Probably not needed. The main difference between a commercial mower and a consumer version is how many hours they expect you to use the machine. Commercial mowers can handle 40 hours a week. They have much thicker steel in their decks and more rugged components. Pretty much overkill for someone mowing their own yard once or twice a week.
Now, with that much space it would be good to get a large deck from a dependable brand. Something that is built by a commercial manufacturer but meant for home owner use. So, a little brother of one of the big ones but still very good and reliable. You'll see Gravely HDs used by a number of startup landscapers but it's a top end home owner unit. Get a big deck to cut down your mowing time and you're good to go. Maybe 60 inches?
A lot of people will tell you to buy a commercial mower since you have a lot of space. Probably not needed. The main difference between a commercial mower and a consumer version is how many hours they expect you to use the machine. Commercial mowers can handle 40 hours a week. They have much thicker steel in their decks and more rugged components. Pretty much overkill for someone mowing their own yard once or twice a week.
Now, with that much space it would be good to get a large deck from a dependable brand. Something that is built by a commercial manufacturer but meant for home owner use. So, a little brother of one of the big ones but still very good and reliable. You'll see Gravely HDs used by a number of startup landscapers but it's a top end home owner unit. Get a big deck to cut down your mowing time and you're good to go. Maybe 60 inches?
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