New 110 tlb owner mower question

[Mauledriver]

Hi,

I,ve been reading this forum for a long time and just purchased a 2005 110 tlb and need to purchase a mower. I would prefer a flail but current finances and opportunity have me looking at a jd 609 rotary mower (a friend has one they don't use anymore and the price looks right, $400). The JD website shows 40 pto hp necessary and the 110 has 33 pto hp I believe. The JD site also says you can tilt the mower forward for less hp requirements. I'll be mowing 10 acres of rough grass and some scotch broom a few times a year strictly for fire control ( N. California). I will probably purchase a smaller flail in a couple years but do you think this will work okay in the mean time? Thanks!

 

[RollTideRam]

It will work fine. Keep it adjusted so the rear is about two inches higher than the front and it will cut better. JC

 

[jenkinsph]

I have used my MX6 behind my 110tlb without problems, in real heavy stuff you may need to slow down some. Quick answer is if the 609 is in good shape I would jump on it for $400. A new MX6 is over $2500 now as I understand.

 

[Mauledriver]

Thanks for the responses. I just hate purchasing something uncertain just because it looks like a good deal, but now I feel confidant. I'll post pictures when I get it set up.

 

[jenkinsph]

Mauledriver, Why not post pics before you buy it?