core aerator

cowpie1 · Sep 4, 2006

Could anyone point me in the direction of a good manufacturer of a core aerator I could pull with my JD 320?

I am not sure best length but assume 36" probably the max. Any input from y'all would be appreciated!

Cliff

KB9UDE · Sep 4, 2006

I have used an AGRIFAB areator for more than 10 years on several commercial and large residential properties. It is about 36inches or so. Great for any garden tractor. Only repair I have had was a plastic bushing this last fall. Easy $10.00 fix after 10 years of reliable service!!!!!!!!!!

These should be avaliable at any lawn\garden center.

John

jeffinsgf · Sep 4, 2006

If you're looking for a heavier duty unit than the AgriFab, I just got a Turfco 42" that is a real beast. I'll never wear it out, even if I go commercial.

Turfco Manufacturing, Inc. Lawn Care and Turf Renovation Equipment

turfaire · Sep 27, 2006

If I can help answer any questions regarding our products, feel free to ask. Besure to ask me direct questions if you ask on the forum, or you can PM me.

Jason B Bour
Bishop Enterprises Inc Bell Buckle, TN

JohnSinVA · Sep 27, 2006

jeffinsgf said:
If you're looking for a heavier duty unit than the AgriFab, I just got a Turfco 42" that is a real beast. I'll never wear it out, even if I go commercial.

Turfco Manufacturing, Inc. Lawn Care and Turf Renovation Equipment

Jeff which tractor are you pulling it with?

JohnSinVA · Sep 27, 2006

Jason -

Can the residential model be adapted for a 3ph mount rather than tow behind?

turfaire · Sep 27, 2006

The residential model was designed for the home owner that did not have anything more than a lawn tractor, so it was not designed to fit a 3pt hitch. It weighs in at only 135 lbs, and has less tines per wheel. If you are using a 3pt hitch then that means you have acerage to justify a tractor, and a 30" aerator will take forever on large acreages.

Jason

Hard · Sep 27, 2006

cowpie1 said:
Could anyone point me in the direction of a good manufacturer of a core aerator I could pull with my JD 320?

I am not sure best length but assume 36" probably the max. Any input from y'all would be appreciated!

Cliff

This one works well with my JD 320:

John Deere products for homeowners: Features for Attachment 40-inch Plug Aerator

turfaire · Sep 28, 2006

Not bad. What I was looking at on that model is the weight, construction of the frame, durability of the tines, and the amount of tines. Most people compare price against price instead of specs against specs.

Jason B Bour
Bishop Enterprises Inc Bell Buckle, TN

cowpie1 · Oct 1, 2006

Thanx for all the replies!! Will do my research now and make a decision! Looks like some good stuff out there. My yard is in need of aeration on a regular basis.