LD1
Epic Contributor
Let me start by saying I really like this mower and its features and bought it used 5 or 6 years ago. I like the ergonomics, feedback of the controls, how it handles, serviceability, etc etc.
But the "A" deck just sucks. I have read quite a few threads on other forums pertaining to the same issue.
The issue is no matter how everything is set.....this deck just likes to plug up. I have adjusted the pitch anywhere from level to 1/2"+ higher in back....I have adjusted "real" cutting height everywhere from 2" to 3-1/2", I have had the front baffle in all of the three locations, I have tried standard blades, high lifts, and gators. And every combination of the above over the last 5-6 years.
The newer deck for the scag wildcats is the velocity or velocitor or something like that. The "V" deck. Supposed to be 10x's better. I am confident it is just the deck design. Something inherently wrong with it, not creating enough airflow, lift or something.
So, anyone out there with the "A" deck find something that works? Or anyone with a "V" deck care to share some pics of the underside? Cause I would like to do something this winter to make things better. Some type of modifications or fab work to make it not plug. It cuts grass extremely well, but when it plugs, I get alot of blow out in the front that covers my legs, and a poor cut. And no matter what or how sharp the blades are.....it dont cut the stemy stuff well at all. Like the buckhorn and queen anns lace.
And before anyone says it.....this is only cutting in dry conditions.
But the "A" deck just sucks. I have read quite a few threads on other forums pertaining to the same issue.
The issue is no matter how everything is set.....this deck just likes to plug up. I have adjusted the pitch anywhere from level to 1/2"+ higher in back....I have adjusted "real" cutting height everywhere from 2" to 3-1/2", I have had the front baffle in all of the three locations, I have tried standard blades, high lifts, and gators. And every combination of the above over the last 5-6 years.
The newer deck for the scag wildcats is the velocity or velocitor or something like that. The "V" deck. Supposed to be 10x's better. I am confident it is just the deck design. Something inherently wrong with it, not creating enough airflow, lift or something.
So, anyone out there with the "A" deck find something that works? Or anyone with a "V" deck care to share some pics of the underside? Cause I would like to do something this winter to make things better. Some type of modifications or fab work to make it not plug. It cuts grass extremely well, but when it plugs, I get alot of blow out in the front that covers my legs, and a poor cut. And no matter what or how sharp the blades are.....it dont cut the stemy stuff well at all. Like the buckhorn and queen anns lace.
And before anyone says it.....this is only cutting in dry conditions.