Zero turn mower lift recommendations

[RobA]

In the past I have used ramps to get underneath my 60" Exmark zero turn for cleaning the deck. I'm thinking of getting a lift to raise the mower higher. It won't be used that often. Any recommendations? Searching online gives me too many to choose from.

Saw this at Tractor Supply:
Cub Cadet 55 lb. Heavy-duty Lawn Mower Lift at Tractor Supply Co.

 

[Gary Fowler]

I just use my FEL to lift up my Ferris. It has two holes in the front frame, no idea what they were for originally, so I installed two chain links in the holes and attached a 3/8" chain to each link. Now I just set my tow chain hook in the center link, attach the other end to the FEL and lift it up.
If I were a member of the safety police, I would build a cylinder block(s) to fit on the FEL lift cylinders so it couldn't fall just in case of a nuclear attack, earthquake, cylinder hose failure or fairy came by and lowered the FEL control arm while I was working under the deck.

 

[M5farms]

i use a hilift jack , SO many more uses than changing blades

 

[kcflhrc]

I use my floor jack

 

[Ritothebull]

I use a chain hoist to lift it then a tall jack stand for back up, for the price of that mower lift I would rather get something I could use for other jobs as well.

 

[4get gto]

I have a HF lift. Think it was $79 on sale. Rated at 300# I think.

 

[coolreinfarm]

I use a mo jack that I raise with a cordless drill, had it for 11 years no problems, I feel safe working under the mower with the locks that’s on it.

 

[kf4uda]

I have the Mojack XT. Much easier and safer that other methods that I have used. I debating on giving the price for one of these things but that went away after the first use.

MoJack XT 5 lb Riding Mower Jack-The MoJack

 

[Stimw]

I just use an engine hoist (cherry picker) to raise up the front of my 52" Grasshopper to service the blades.

 

[4570Man]

A forklift works pretty good.

 

[txdon]

I just use my FEL to lift up my Ferris.

Just a warning. We had one TBN member die (Mike) when he lifted his Z with his FEL and a chain. We really don't know what gave way the FEL, the chain or the connection. Always take the time to put a secondary device under, like a jack stand or blocks, so you won't be killed.

 

[BoylermanCT]

I've been pondering the same thing. I currently have a Harbor Freight mower lift. Works well, but I am tired of getting on my back underneath the deck to change blades and clean the deck. I have been eyeing the Titan fork extensions. My zero turn is 6 1/2 feet long, so I am thinking about getting the 7 footers so I can back the mower onto the fork extensions and then lift it up with the front end loader / forks. I want to come up with a way to securely attach the mower so it can't roll or fall off.

Titan 84" x 5.5" Pallet Fork Extensions for forklifts lift truck forklift

 

[Wagtail]

Just a warning. We had one TBN member die (Mike) when he lifted his Z with his FEL and a chain. We really don't know what gave way the FEL, the chain or the connection. Always take the time to put a secondary device under, like a jack stand or blocks, so you won't be killed.

That's what I do... and I'm a paranoid Safety Constable from way back. Mostly because I live/work here alone.

I'll lift the front of my D110 using ropes tied to the FEL (hay forks attached) to just above the height that I want, chock the back wheels, slide enough stacked pallets under the front of the D110 and then gently lower the FEL until the weight is on the pallets.

 

[4570Man]

Pallets aren’t very secure. I’d trust the hydraulics more. When I need to work under a load supported by a forklift I’ll block up the fork carriage, and lower it onto the blocks while leaving the hydraulics tight. That way I have 2 means of support and don’t have the blocks in the way. I was only pressure washing the deck in the picture I posted above and wasn’t actually under the mower. There was no other support in place.

 

[Wagtail]

Pallets aren’t very secure. I’d trust the hydraulics more. When I need to work under a load supported by a forklift I’ll block up the fork carriage, and lower it onto the blocks while leaving the hydraulics tight. That way I have 2 means of support and don’t have the blocks in the way. I was only pressure washing the deck in the picture I posted above and wasn’t actually under the mower. There was no other support in place.

Oh I agree... sorry that I wasn't clear. The FEL + rope are still attached whilst working under the D110 (or Z-turn, in the OP's case).

 

[ray66v]

I use the FEL too.
a. I already have a FEL. Save $200+
b. It's fast, and easy. No lifting, cranking, or pumping.
c. I don't need to find a place to store it.

I pick it up with a lifting strap around one of the front legs.

Yes, unless you like living on the edge, you want to put a jack stand under the front of the deck, once it's up.

 

[WM75Guy]

A few years back I got this lift free when I bought a ZTR from TSC. It worked great to change blades along with an air impact wrench. It has a auto locking feature in addition to the hydraulics.

Pro-Lift 5 lb. Lawn Mower Lift at Tractor Supply Co.

 

[Maxify55]

Here's what I use.

I started off with TSC bargain basement model but graduated to this model.

I find it much more stable and easier to lift with the foot operated bottle jack.

Plus Amazon dropped it off at my door.

Amazon.com: Pro-Lift T-5355A Lawn Mower Lift: Automotive

 

[EddieWalker]

I've been using my floor jack, but it's not ideal. I've thought about something like the MoJack, but didn't want to spend $300 for it on Amazon. I just googled it and Home Depot has them for $203 I've found some really good prices on the Home Depot website and received free shipping by picking it up at their store. They also have the best prices for UTV accessories. It's not in their store, you just order it online and pick it up when it arrives.