They’ve changed a lot since 1974. I only mow about 2 acres with it every year, but what I really notice is the noise! I went down and used the Woods which my father bought when he gave me this, and had to keep looking back because I didn’t think it was working.
The mower still works great although next winter I do plan to clean it, sand and paint it. Also new blades and possibly a new stump jumper.