Recent content by Jpcjguy

Alright - so I started this project about 15 days ago. Had 18 yards of topsoil/compost mix delivered and spread it out using my neighbors tractor. Looks like this one: First I tilled the upper area about 4" down. He has one of these: It sure was a LOT more work than I anticipated...

Hi all, I am looking at doing a detached garage - 30x30 and looking at possible tackling the site prep myself. Here is a picture of the area: The garage would go right where the shed and garden are located. I would move those. I am in Richmond, VA and my frost line is 18". I would rent a...

Hi everyone, I live on 2 acres outside of Richmond, VA. Mostly grass and I want to do some grading/leveling. Here is a picture of the first area: Grass quality is bad and there are ruts so I want to kill everything and grade it smooth. The second area: This area is rutted and roots are...

Hi all, So I am looking to level out my backyard a bit. It is a 2 acre property and I would build a retaining wall where I am cutting into the ground. Here is an aerial view: Section A is where I will be taking the dirt and moving it section B. I also want to level out the dip in section B...

Hi, I have a 2012 Bobcat 52" FastCat mower. It has 3 18" blades. I would like to get another set to be able to swap easily. What is a good brand for reasonable price - I am a homeowner, not a professional - and I cut about 1.5 acres. I live in Richmond, VA. Thanks joe

Hi all, So I recently bought a Bobcat 52" FastCat Pro with the Kawasaki FX651V engine and Hydro-gear 3100. I am looking at getting a front de-thatcher. Any recommendations for brand? size? features? I am a homeowner with about 1.2-1.5 acres of lawn - so high dollar units are not really an...

Hey all, Iam closing on a 2 acre property at the end of the month so I am shopping for a zero! As usual, the amount of information is overwhelming online about brands, size, etc. Went on to craigslist and found a recent posting of a Bobcat Fast Cat Pro Zero Turn Mower. It is 2 years old (bought...

Looking at a used zero for my 2 acre property - about 1.5 is lawn. I was wondering what is acceptable in terms of hours on these? I am ideally looking for a homeowner owned commercial quality. Do you go by hours per year? total hours? How long do these motors in general last? I guess it...

Hey all, So I just bought a house with 2 acres - of which about 1.5 is lawn. I first jumped on the zero turn mower thought because that is what the previous owner has and hey - more power toys! So now that I am looking at the $$$ for them, I wonder if I truly need it. Here is a picture of the...

Hi all, So I am looking at getting a zero turn mower. Have my eye on a 2010 Ferris 61" IS1500ZX with the Vanguard. Question is - what on earth do I look at when I go to look at it? I have never even driven one of these! :laughing: I have another thread going about what brands etc. but...

Hi everyone Live in richmond,va and just got a house with 2 acres. Looking for advice on zero turn mowers to start! Joe

Hi everyone, New here and I just bought a house with 2 acres. Coming from a city lot with .22 acres. The lot is relatively flat. I am looking a for a mower. Previous owner has a kubota 48" zero turn and he said it takes him about an hour to cut. So I am looking for a mower. What on earth do...