Well, my search for a tractor upgrade led me to the local Kubota dealer today for a price on a BX1500 with a 54" deck and snow blower. (Incidentally, the price was an even 11 grand.) The figure exceeded what I can spend and I suspected that going in. I then got a quote for a 1860D that seems to be more in my price range. At any rate, I told the salesman/owner that I was also considering a JD GX355. I asked him how he thought they compared. He politely said that, in his opinion, the quality of JD lawn and garden equipment has slipped since Home Depot bought 51% of this JD division. I assume this is true but what I was wondering is should I think again about considering the GX355? Thanks in advance...
Gary
Gary