Using an offset flail mower to mow grass

   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass
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#11  
MechMaxx told me the maximum cut height is 2”. I want the cut height to be 3”.

Is there a way to accomplish that?
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #12  
Boy Don, I learned something today; that leaves me out of buying one, I cut my lawn @ 4" and fields @ 8".
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #13  
AFAIK operation of a flail is designed to ride on the ground on the big steel roller, at least that's how mine works. At that point it's weight is only a concern during transport. That weight is also very "close in" in comparison to a rotary mower.
I wouldn't have a concern at all with your tractor.👍
I have a heavy 8' brush mulcher, at least that's what I think FAE (the manufacturer) calls it with heavy hammers for the cutting and a hydraulic offset. There's nothing on it thinner than 1/4" plate.
It "feels" very much lighter than my 8' dual spindle Bush Hog which I attribute to its distance beyond the rear axle.
My cutting height is changed by removing 2 bolts. One on each side and the big roller hinges down/up on a trailing arm type assembly. I would think that you might be able to get a little higher cut but not without a little fabrication.
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #14  
Not a great picture but I found one on my phone.
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Might as well show you the view from this guys place.
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I cut it once a year for him and he was very generous paying me to use the flail over my rotary.
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #15  
I looked seriously at the Mechmaxx and it was the short height max cut that drew me away, for my intended purposes. I loved everything else about it. It was not the offset though, don't forsee me needing it.
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #17  
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass
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#18  
The Bestco mower will easily leave 4". Simply adjust the tilt to the desired cut height.
That seems reasonable. Lengthen the top link to pivot the mower back.
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #19  
The Bestco mower will easily leave 4". Simply adjust the tilt to the desired cut height.
I forgot about that👍
I only use it once a year on that place. I built a hydraulic top link year's ago and it's very handy with the flail.
 
   / Using an offset flail mower to mow grass #20  
The Betsco 68" can cut to a 6" height. There is an adjustment on the roller.
 
 

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