Princess auto atv disc

[Jordan9682]

I'm interested in those little 33" atv discs from princess auto. Has anyone used these? I've heard they're too light and need weight added, that's not a problem for me. How well do they kill weeds? Overall are they worth $400?

 

[Rackluster]

I have a king kutter that may be the same as what you are describing. They work surprisingly well. You have to make quite a few passes but they definitwly work.

 

[Western]

They should have a frame so you can add a couple of blocks or other weight. my buddies ATV disc did, but cant remember the brand.

 

[Jordan9682]

Do they kill weeds well?

 

[Western]

They will kill weeds to a point depending on several variables like, how tall is the vegetation, what kind of vegetation and how thick it is. Discs work great to smooth the top soil and soften the top layer. It will eventually thin out the weeds depending on how often you use it, if you remove heavy grass, (cut it short). You may have to go over it 3-4 times in opposite directions.

Maybe post some info on your project, a photo may also help. There may be a better tool for what your dealing with.

 

[Rackluster]

You'll want to mow as close to the ground as possible beforehand. I add weight too. It also helps if the soil is a bit damp.

Like I said, I was surprised at how well it worked.

Good luck

 

[Jordan9682]

You'll want to mow as close to the ground beforehand

Do they not handle trash well?

 

[yelbike]

They make them so they must work but my experience with a single gang disc was they were ineffective. So much so i traded them and got a tiller instead.

 

[Jordan9682]

They make them so they must work but my experience with a single gang disc was they were ineffective. So much so i traded them and got a tiller instead.

Ineffective how? Didnt penetrate well? Or plug with straw easily?

 

[yelbike]

Did not penetrate. Some say you need a little moisture to penetrate but it would plug up. It didnt work for me. Northern tool in the us carry a atv pull type till for around $1500. Quite a bit more money, it still looks a little light duty but it may work for you.
Keep in mind this only my experience, obviously some must get the disc to work. I would guess if you keep the weeds down and dirt black it may work better.

 

[Jordan9682]

Thanks for your opinions on them,
They're only around $400 which is way cheaper than anything else, so if I have to modify it some, I think it would still be worthwhile as far as the wallet is concerned

 

[yelbike]

Plus princess auto rocks with their return policy. So if really sucks, bring it back.

 

[Jordan9682]

Good idea, I never thought of that

 

[Jordan9682]

They say these discs only require a 200cc quad.... Isn't that a bit small for something like that? I have a 450, should I ever have to worry about burning the belt out?

 

[yelbike]

Just out curiosity, why don't you find a cultivator/disc for your 966. You can find some good deals on old farm equipment. I realize your tractor is quite a bit larger than your quad so it may not fit in your garden. Just thinking out loud sort of.

 

[Jordan9682]

I do farm, the thread about the disc is just for recreation

 

[Jordan9682]

Does anyone have any pics/ video of one of these discs in action? I've looked around and been unsuccessful :shocked:

 

[Jordan9682]

How well do the discs work on corn stubble/ stalks? Will it just bounce over?

 

[Jordan9682]

:anyone:

 

[yelbike]

try the reviews on the ones from fleetfarm or tractor supply. I would GUESS it would ok in cultivated soil, but would be next to useless in grown weeds or as method to keep weeds down. just a guess though