Need help picking a zero turn
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I know people with Ferris (factory is 7 miles from my house) and they make a great bullet proof product. The Ferris evolution is like sitting on a motorcycle, kind of a different style zero turn mower.
I also know a few with Dixie chopper who are very happy with them. They seem to be a very well made and reliable product. One of my co-workers has had one for 3 or 4 years now. His only complaint is that sometimes at shutdown it back fires, has never been able to figure out why. Other than that he loves it and would buy another one.
Around here most of the guys that mow grass for a living use Ferris or one of the copies of a Ferris.
Maybe the X One is new, but seems like a **** of a nice mower. The extra $1,500 gets an extra year on the warranty, +3 MPH, the newer VX4 deck with recessed anit-scalp wheels, heavier drive system, 24 x 12 tires, better seat and stronger frame. I think I just answered my own question.
Thoughts?
Well, that's not its official name, but it wouldn't be a misnomer
You must be down in LA... Hasn't overrun N Bama like it has in the southern parts. Shame...
LMan1967
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Well, Ive never seen one, but getting a better drive system is always good - other stuff sounds good also. I wouldn't worry much about more speed...IME you won't be mowing much above 8 mph or so anyway. Maybe Im off, but I dont actually mow 'flat out'. *shrug*
LMan1967
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Yep...moved from Huntsville, as a matter of fact.
No worries, my chemical-warfare campaign has had good results this year :thumbsup:
dfeck
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I've owned a few zero turn mowers. Ones with and without suspension. I personally like the Ferris due to their full suspensions and powerful engine choices. I recently sold a Ferris is3100z with full suspension. It was a great machine and could fly mowing the grass. The suspension was a HUGE asset. However, I think the cut could have been better. I've talked to many people and this seems to be one minor flaw with Ferris. I know they changed the deck style since I purchased my mower so they may have heard feedback and looked into it. I've heard the new redesign is much better. I had ZERO issues with the mower but sold it because I went with an all in one solution (B3200 w/MMM). I must admit I'll miss the zero turn after mowing with my B3200 but knew this was something I gave up to get the tractor. I wouldn't recommend a zero turn without the suspension unless you have a lawn without many bumps. The benefit with zero turns is the speed but if you have to slow down because your body can't handle the bumps it's a waste of money.
Doug
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I would skip the 48" deck on that Ferris and make them order you a larger deck. I maintain these mowers. Currently this weekend I have a IS500 with a 61" deck and a Briggs in my barn and a IS3100 with a 72" deck and a Kawasaki. Both are nice machines but would not want to mow with any less than a 61" deck.
Narrow decks not only cover less area but the big disadvantage is they do not allow you to get close to trees and shrubs so there is much more trimming.
Chris
Narrow decks not only cover less area but the big disadvantage is they do not allow you to get close to trees and shrubs so there is much more trimming.
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Dixie Chopper, hands down the fastest mower on earth. I bought an 8 year old one. Owned by a private owner, not a lawn guy (they destroy everything) and I've had it two years now. It's still going strong. I replaced the belt once. My fault for running over Palm Fronds from Queen Palms.
It has a 60" cut and I mow just under two acres in 45 minutes.
It has a 60" cut and I mow just under two acres in 45 minutes.