Decision?

[ailsworth]

I posted previously regarding a new 54" deck for a LA 175. Finally got the dealer to quote around $ 1300.00 and more for several issues to a total of around 2 thousand plus. I usually do most general repairs, but not with a broken ankle.
My concern is if I put 2 grand into the older LA 175, and the tranny goes out - well, that's not a good situation.
A new riding mower? Which one should I consider for 1.5 acre flat yard? A JD from a dealer or a Cub Cadet from a dealer????

 

[Doughknob]

I fixed my hydro transmission in my older Deere rider. All would not be lost. They are fixable, even by a handyman…

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I posted previously regarding a new 54" deck for a LA 175. Finally got the dealer to quote around $ 1300.00 and more for several issues to a total of around 2 thousand plus. I usually do most general repairs, but not with a broken ankle.
My concern is if I put 2 grand into the older LA 175, and the tranny goes out - well, that's not a good situation.
A new riding mower? Which one should I consider for 1.5 acre flat yard? A JD from a dealer or a Cub Cadet from a dealer????

Personally, I would go with the Cub Cadet.... only if it was the upper end, like with the fabricated deck.

 

[Thomas]

Think of your ankle in years to come if you choose hydro with pedal.