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[WinterDeere]

trust me, by the time the snow flies, you will think it's a chore. Like getting a new car, once the newness wears off, it's the same old stuff.

Exactly. Like shaving.

But I do remember getting excited again for mowing season to start back up, my first few years with a zero turn. That’s all wore off now, but I still find it enjoyable compared to the other methods available.

 

[ArlyA]

The purpose of this purchase was it allow others to easily mow our yard. Have less maintenance and do a reasonably good job. If the machine lasts 8 or 10 years I'll be happy.

 

[MossRoad]

Kinda funny, but each time I get on my machine to do a chore I get a little smile. I really enjoy it. Never gets old.

On that note, I don't shave very often either. Maybe once a month. I smile when I do that, too.

 

[ArlyA]

Liking this mower more with each use. Finally got controlling it down as well. Try get more pic for you guys and got my changer mounted on the wall now.

 

[shooterdon]

Just mowed the whole yard running the blades at 3/4 speed. Got down to 20% of batteries when done.

Is that from a full charge on four or six batteries?

And you said 100’x300’ lot? Under 3/4 acre?

 

[ArlyA]

Is that from a full charge on four or six batteries?

And you said 100’x300’ lot? Under 3/4 acre?

The batteries in the mower get fully charged at the start of mowing. Two batteries we use are not full capacity. Our property is that size but contains three buildings in it, so maybe 1/3 of the volume could be removed (just a guess)

 

[ArlyA]

I did reduce the rear tires down to 6 or 7psi and front to 11.

 

[WinterDeere]

I did reduce the rear tires down to 6 or 7psi and front to 11.

This can soften the ride, but also usually impacts height consistency. Maybe not a huge concern for some, but it's real hard to get that golf-course look when your mower deck is dipping in every turn and hard start/stop.

My mower (Deere 757 Ztrak) is almost legendary for it's terrible stiff ride. I'm able to battle much of that with the seat suspension, which isn't fantastic, but also not totally terrible when adjusted just right. I did try the tire game, but found goofy dips in each turn-around, unless I was absolutely religious about lifting the deck in every turn... and even then some. Also, no way to get away with a single perimeter pass, if you're having to lift the deck in the turn-arounds, you're stuck doing two full passes every time.

 

[MossRoad]

The batteries in the mower get fully charged at the start of mowing. Two batteries we use are not full capacity. Our property is that size but contains three buildings in it, so maybe 1/3 of the volume could be removed (just a guess)
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Where's the flux capacitor?

Just kidding. Glad you're liking it.

 

[ArlyA]

This can soften the ride, but also usually impacts height consistency. Maybe not a huge concern for some, but it's real hard to get that golf-course look when your mower deck is dipping in every turn and hard start/stop.

My mower (Deere 757 Ztrak) is almost legendary for it's terrible stiff ride. I'm able to battle much of that with the seat suspension, which isn't fantastic, but also not totally terrible when adjusted just right. I did try the tire game, but found goofy dips in each turn-around, unless I was absolutely religious about lifting the deck in every turn... and even then some. Also, no way to get away with a single perimeter pass, if you're having to lift the deck in the turn-arounds, you're stuck doing two full passes every time.

Our yard is hills, lumps and holes. Need traction.

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

Stand on ZTRs are great for uneven ground. The platforms have suspension, and your legs offer more cushion than your spine

 

[WinterDeere]

Stand on ZTRs are great for uneven ground. The platforms have suspension, and your legs offer more cushion than your spine

Also great for any place you might have to get on/off more frequently. Most of the pros around here mowing larger properties are still using sitters, but many doing tighter developments of many small properties have converted to standers.

In most of my OPE, I look at what the local pro's are running, talk to them about my options if I get a chance. These guys go through equipment at a rate where they always know which brands, models, and dealers to favor or avoid, way before anyone buying one mower or trimmer every decade or two. Many of our pros replace their whole fleet of mowers every year or two.

 

[5030]

I see the NRC is considering re-starting the Palisades' nuclear plant in Covert Township, Michigan, near Kalamazoo. Good deal and will increase the base load capacity here in Michigan and elsewhere.

 

[ArlyA]

Here its on the charger. Note the display tells you the percent charged and the battery's light at the same time indicating the process.

 

[not2old]

Mine doesn't cut up pine needles much, but pine cones? Those should clean up the deck just fine.

I checked the boss's mower yesterday after I used it to cut the boulevard where there were a ton of fir cones. I was shocked at how clean the deck was. I couldn't have done any better. I don't care if this is hard on the mower. It's a ten year old Husky push model with a Honda motor that starts and runs like new. I've already gotten more than my monies worth out of it.

 

[MossRoad]

Here its on the charger. Note the display tells you the percent charged and the battery's light at the same time indicating the process. View attachment 874799View attachment 874800

I thought my neighbor told me he takes his batteries out to charge them. Perhaps I misunderstood him. I'll check again next time I SEE HIM because I certainly don't HEAR HIM anymore!

 

[ArlyA]

I thought my neighbor told me he takes his batteries out to charge them. Perhaps I misunderstood him. I'll check again next time I SEE HIM because I certainly don't HEAR HIM anymore!

I have no idea why one would want to remove them for charging.

 

[ArlyA]

With the reduced rear tire PSI, seems that traction has improved and I am pretty happy with it now.

 

[MossRoad]

I have no idea why one would want to remove them for charging.

He said the batteries fit in some of his other power equipment. Maybe I just assumed he used an external charger. Someday I'll make it into the current century.

 

[WinterDeere]

He said the batteries fit in some of his other power equipment. Maybe I just assumed he used an external charger. Someday I'll make it into the current century.

My cousin moves two of the batteries from his mower into his walk-behind snowblower each winter, but I believe they just get charged in the mower, otherwise. He also has an even older walk-behind Ego mower, but I think that has a different battery.