Barrybud
New member
Hi All,
I am on the hunt for a new piece of equipment. I get conflicting advice/comments from different dealers that will naturally bad mouth competing brands.
I will not include Brand names because I am hoping for honest input on different features and don’t want "machine color" bias. I will say that these are from ZTR’s.
The first is drive method. Are dual wheel pumps and motors better than a 1 piece unit for both? If so why? One might think "fewer parts less potential failure"?
Next, Belt drive or shaft drive for the deck and/or the drive.
PTO electromagnetic or hydraulic?
Full suspension or high quality seat suspension?
Hydro deck lift and cutting height adjustments or manual?
The concern for these are long term service even if they cost a bit more. Thanks for your comments.
I am on the hunt for a new piece of equipment. I get conflicting advice/comments from different dealers that will naturally bad mouth competing brands.
I will not include Brand names because I am hoping for honest input on different features and don’t want "machine color" bias. I will say that these are from ZTR’s.
The first is drive method. Are dual wheel pumps and motors better than a 1 piece unit for both? If so why? One might think "fewer parts less potential failure"?
Next, Belt drive or shaft drive for the deck and/or the drive.
PTO electromagnetic or hydraulic?
Full suspension or high quality seat suspension?
Hydro deck lift and cutting height adjustments or manual?
The concern for these are long term service even if they cost a bit more. Thanks for your comments.