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Also, the law went into effect 6/5/2025, but they are only going to give warnings (no tickets) until 6/5/2026. I wonder how many people will get killed or maimed over the next 365 days ....

Another agreement here. My son works for a company that sells both Echo and Stihl products (they are the exception, since both of those companies usually require non-competes, but long story about how they got grandfathered in). Their service shops see WAY more Stihls coming in for work, and...

My son runs 2 where he works. He says they are beasts! You do have to turn a little more careful with the tracks, but they actually put down less ground pressure than wheels so you can mow when the subsoil is "wetter" (hope that makes sense).

A+++ on the robo mower - you will love it! They are a little different than what the OP was looking for (and a whole lot more expensive!), but they are a beast. You don't see too many of them going to residential users (mostly municipal) but if you have a need for one it will be a great...

Actually it's because U-Haul has all their trailers destroyed once they reach the end of their useful life. In the past they used to sell them off (like rental car agencies do), but there were a few instances of the new owners causing accidents and deaths. There were many lawsuits, and since...

Well obviously that load is a laugh, but I really like the warning sign on the pumps!!

If you are looking for a company that stands behind their products, and one you can still get parts for, it's hard to beat Deere. Yes you pay more for the parts, but not necessarily for the initial UTV purchase. And their parts prices were coming down lately (before the tariff fiasco). Plus...

Not trying to start a fight, just posting more info. It depends on what you need from the Altoz. The least expensive tracked ride-on model actually starts at $17K (then go as high as $25K): https://altoz.com/tracked-zero-turn-mowers/trx In my area there are a fair amount of used ones anywhere...

This. The 4x4 Deeres are pretty strong .... Or you can look at an Altoz. This is the ride-on but they make a stand-on too (standing might be good for along the pond banks): https://altoz.com/tracked-zero-turn-mowers/trx Or if you have a big checkbook look into a Ventrac or Steiner (also...

https://www.deere.com/en/gator-utility-vehicles/ For lower-cost models look at the "Work" and "Mid-Size" models. For electric (golf-cart type) look at the "Electric Work" models. Or if money is no object (we should be that lucky!), look at the Full-Size XUVs. ADDED IN EDIT: I forgot that Deere...

As others have said the price was too high, but they also marketed it wrong. They put it on the 1500 trucks when it should have been on heavy-duties (on the Suburban/Yukon it actually came on the 2500). For people that tow often, if you ever tried it you would never go back to standard 2WS...

That's it - it's actually called a "power broom". It works great on sidewalks and driveways if you would rather broom than leaf-blow. Also works good as a power squeegee if you need to get water out of your garage (but it can throw it out the front so don't let anyone stand in front of you...

Not trying to start an argument, but has anybody taken a Deere XUV600 or XUV800 "off-road"? I have (and compared it with other brands since my son sells those) and I think you'll find they are just as good, and in some cases better than, the competitors. Now the "original" Gators, which are...

You know that door sticker has nothing to do with how much you can tow, right? You need to look up the GCWR for your truck's configuration. It won't be in the Owner's Manual (they are just generic); you'll have to contact Ford for the info. No matter what your CCC is, you can't legally...

I put a winch on my wench - now I can pull her around .....

Can-Ams are definitely nice, but I don't think I understand your post. Deere DOES make a side-by-side like this. Full size: https://www.deere.com/en/gator-utility-vehicles/full-size-crossover-gators/

Like the Postal Service -- "If it fits, it Ships!"

If you have a lot of area like that to mow (and have an open checkbook), I would get one of these!: https://altoz.com/tracked-zero-turn-mowers Absolutely AMAZING on slopes and ditches, and definitely good on high grasses.

Yes the PA doc is horrible! I will chime in here about your load -- it's not just the CDL you need to be worried about in PA. I will assume that you checked all your load ratings. The truck will have a GVWR, GCWR, max tow load, and max payload weight. You need to take the trailer weight into...

There is no difference between the box store and dealer models components (at least for Deere), but note these things: Box stores will only sell the "lower" series models. You can get these at the dealer too, but they also carry the higher-level models. In your example, the 655 is levels...

Deere Z900's can -- commercial guys do it all the time with rear baggers. Here is a stock photo from the Deere website:

No they do not sell kits for the Z900 series. Deere's thought process is that those are commercial units and the users will keep them maintained as needed with individual parts.

Yes there is an adjustment screw. Stand in front of the mower facing the seat and fold the control arms in. You should see the head of a screw on each arm facing directly toward you. Those are the ones that adjust the front/back of the arms.

I have been using Carlisle (now called CarlStar) Versa-Turfs for a few years and have been VERY happy with them: https://www.carlstar.com/our-products/product-detail/versa-turf/

As others have said a side discharge will disperse the clippings better. You can buy a chute cover (or for Deeres you can get the MOD deck) to stop most clippings from flying to beds, but they definitely leave a windrow. Side discharge also gives that "manicured" stripe look. Rear discharge...

Good points, but just to clarify: On the Deere ZTRs, the "E" and "M" series have manual foot lift levers where you can control the deck height better. The "R" series are the only ones that have the electronic lift that is either all the way up or down to the set cutting height. In my opinion...

So just curious - which Ego did you buy for him? The first photo shows the one with the "yoke" controls, but the other photos show the traditional "bar" controls. I was looking at the yoke style for my older parents who have absolutely zero experience with a ZTR (see what I did there ;)).

To answer the OP's question -- there are actually a LOT of zero-turn options out there now. But keep in mind "you get what you pay for" in these. If you have less than 1/2 acre you could probably get by with the less expensive brands like Ego, Ryobi, Craftsman, Greenworks, Cub Cadet, Gravely...

Deere definitely made a 1620 WAM with 90" offset deck from 2000-2002. The deck was called a "single Lastec 90-inch deck" that was actually made by a third-party company named Lastec. I have seen them and they look weird for a WAM (as others have said most have "symmetric" wing decks on both...

If you want commercial you need to look at the Z900 units. And just so you know -- the "R" series doesn't mean diesel, they come in gas too. It's only the Z994 and Z997 that are diesel. As a matter of fact if you want the raise/lower button on the drive handle you MUST get the R series, and...

Yes the ones I am talking about are 2-way stops. But they have been adding the "cross traffic does not stop" signs below them. Isn't that what a 2-way stop means?? And I agree that some "wierd" 3-way intersections still need the signs. All of the intersections I have seen in my 40+ years of...

Not related to towing, but even better is the sign above it. I have seen TONS of these popping up that say "Left on Green Arrow Only" or "Left Must Yield on Yellow Arrow or Solid Green" (also annoying "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" at intersections that do not have "All Ways" plaques under the...

Yes GM has done that since 2014 if you get the factory-installed brake control on the Silverado or Sierra. When it detects sway and/or a panic stop, it will actually "pulse" the signal to the trailer brakes as needed. Kind of a "pseudo-ABS" since it can't pulse individual wheel locations; not...

I bought the Deere one that comes on the higher-level Z900 models. It's weight adjustable and has armrests. There is also an additional frame for under the seat that is the Deere "ComfortGlide" system. I didn't get that at the time but am considering adding it. When you get those 2 things...

It depends on what you are looking for in electrics: For the average "suburban" lawn the Ego or Ryobi would be fine. Stihl and others also have them but most are built by someone else them branded for them. Size-wise it sounds like you would be in this range, but depending on the roughness of...

I put them on my Deere Z960. Definitely noticed an improvement. You will get the most benefit out of a full suspension seat, but the entire "ComfortGlide" setup will run you around $1200. Also adding some Tweels to the rear (and maybe the front but I haven't tried that yet) will smooth out the...

Yep - that's exactly why most dump trailer manufacturers don't offer spray linings, and some of them will void your sheetmetal warranty if you have 1 installed.

Not exactly related to the OP's bedliner question, but I bought one of these and LOVE it: https://www.heininger.biz/grab-handle Back to bedliners -- Another vote for the BedRug. I hate the name they gave this, because people think it's cheap carpet, when it's really plastic like outdoor...

A roller may be a little heavy for a zero turn unless it is a smaller one. I think the Deere Z900 series are rated for 400lb max with a 40lb tongue weight. You may also need front weights to keep the nose on the ground. As far as pulling it, or any attachment, Deere sells a hitch kit but it's...

I didn't read the entire thread, but another vote for Echo. Their gas trimmers are amazing. I had an SBM (pre-cursor to the PAS) for 25 years and beat the snot out of it on 15 acres we owned. The engine finally got tired 2 years ago so I replaced it with the PAS-2620 (the unit actually still...

Great video! Looks like your collection of literature is amazing! One thing missing though - I didn't see anything about the Sheppard SD-1. It was the first diesel L&G tractor (and maybe one of the first of any fuel). As a side note, all the Sheppard diesels (SD-1 through SD-4) were actually...

Yeah that works just like a tag axle, and it only works for a load in the bed. Here is the "original" patented design that works with trailers: https://www.safetytowingsystems.com/ Much more stable in both vertical and horizontal weight distribution.

They are definitely not LED. I have used a similar one before and they are sealed beam halogen replacement for H9406 (also crosses to GE automotive lighting H9411 / GE# 15763: GE Replacement ). The only thing I found is not really flush mount...

Anybody watch the "MegaForce" movie in the '80s? It starred Barry Bostwick and was EXTREMELY cheesy (hey - it was '80s sci-fi!), but there was a pretty cool buggy in that one:

Nice purchase! I highly recommend a set of these: https://zglidesuspension.com/product/zglide-suspension-for-john-deere-commercial-mowers-fits-z900-series/ They help a lot with the ride. You'll hear conflicting reports on many forums but for me they made an immediate, huge difference (and...

Is that second vehicle running? Looks like smoke coming out of the exhaust ....

This really seemed to work for me but it takes some initial effort (after that it lasts for years): In the off-season remove all spindles, pulleys, etc. from the deck shell. Sandblast (or at least heavy sanding) the entire underneath of the deck. Coat with 2 thin coats of this: Rust Preventive...

As others have said we really need to know his budget. Here is a tracked zero-turn, but I think you would still want to go up-and-down the hillside, not across: https://altoz.com/tracked-zero-turn-mowers/trx Also these 2 companies make great remote controlled mowers (my son sells the first...

Not quite the same, but reminds me of Robin Williams in "RV"!

There are lots of threads on here about different tires on zero turns. Carlisle has a new one out that I have been using for the last 2 years and have been VERY happy on slopes (almost no side-slip at all but still gentle on turf)...

There are a couple of other threads on here as well if you search the forums. For info on 2 main tires: Kenda https://www.amazon.com/MowerPartsGroup-Reaper-K3012-Heavy-24x12-00-12/dp/B092MXF1K5 Carlisle https://www.carlislebrandtires.com/our-products/product-detail/versa-turf/

Just to add more info: I just ordered some today direct from www.johndeerestore.com at $23 per gallon (stealerships wanted $32-$35) so $10 each is a great deal!

There were actually 2 cars created as homage to the song. The first one was commissioned by Cash's promoter but the second one was done by a fan and donated to Cash himself: https://www.hotcars.com/johnny-cash-cadillac-one-piece-at-a-time-detailed-look/

Just FYI - Carlisle has come out with a new tire that is a mix between turf and R4. They are available on the CUTs so you can probably get them in a size for your x585 as well. They may do what you need: https://www.carlislebrandtires.com/our-products/product-detail/versa-turf/

Interesting. Dewalt (owned by SB&D) just starting selling zero-turn mowers this year. SB&D bought 20% of MTD (which also owns Cub Cadet) in 2019, then upped their ownership to 100% in August, so the Dewalt mowers are currently built by MTD. So as the video above shows SB&D will own mower...

This isn't technically "wrong" since it was designed for the application, but it sure seems weird! (you will need to click "Watch on YouTube"):

Just some other options: Spartan Mowers and Bad Boy Mowers both come with "special" tires that are supposedly only made for them, but Kenda makes the ones for Bad Boy (called "Reaper", bias-ply, Kenda K3012). If you check ebay and search for something like "Bad Boy tires" with your size you can...

As beenthere already said they are p/n JD9296. Your local Deere dealer can also give you aftermarket alternate part numbers. And also as he said you can find Deere OEM part numbers here: https://partscatalog.deere.com/jdrc/ It's basically the same system the Deere dealers use. Even though...

Look into Spartan Mowers: https://spartanmowers.com/ They were started by Robert Foster. He was one of the original founders of Bad Boy Mowers but wasn't happy with the direction the company went and started another venture (he is concerned with mowing quality, not quantity of mowers sold...

Another vote for the Versa-Turfs. I put them on my Deere Z900 this spring since my turfs were spinning too much. I LOVE them. Yes you have to be a little more careful during turns but they still don't tear up the lawn as bad as chevrons. They are also radial so you can run them at a lower...

Just FYI - Wikipedia isn't completely clear. GM did some name-changing over the few years they made QS vehicles. For some years they called the trucks "1500HD" and some years they called them "2500" (without "HD" at the end) while they call their true 3/4-ton trucks "2500HD" (with the "HD" at...

Look into Sunbelt Predator blades. The company is actually owned by Deere but supplies aftermarket for many brands. The blades are thicker like the Deere ones but cost less than name brand. I have owned the Oregon Gators and the Predators and the Sunbelt ones perform just as well for less cost.

That's actually called a "1500HD". GM made them a few years. It is crew cab, 6 1/2 bed, and that one actually has Quadrasteer rear steering (you can tell by the mini-dually flared fenders). It has a heavier rear than the standard 1500 but I still am not sure it is rated for that camper ....

Okay here is my modest .02 (from an Aerospace Engineer who is familiar with airflow): ALWAYS mow at full throttle. Commercial ZT decks are designed to stand the grass blades up, get very high blade tip speeds, and exhaust the clippings faster for a better cut. The airflow in them is optimized...

I'm thinking of trying this (but my deck doesn't need re-sealed until the spring): https://armorpoxy.com/armor-renew-page/ I may also consider this one that lots of people use on docks: https://liquidrubberusa.com/products/polyurethane-deck-coating

I just put these tires on my Deere Z900 and LOVE them: https://www.carlislebrandtires.com/our-products/product-detail/versa-turf/ A great compromise between turfs and bar tires. Also they are radial so you can run them at lower psi so they are easy on your turf and give you a smoother ride at...

This. If you read the Owner's Manual for most Deere commercial equipment it specifically tells you to pump the grease gun until you hear the spindle "burp", which basically means it is full and pushing extra grease out. The newer spindles are designed to do this and do not blow out seals like...

My son bought a new 2020 CT2025 and the engine doesn't rattle at all. The only noise on the entire unit comes from the ROPS pins and mostly from the bucket level indicator. He hasn't gotten around to shimming either of them to quiet it down. He is the Parts Manager for the local Bobcat...

The EZ Connectors are GREAT! Unfortunately they are also a little pricey (around $120 for both sides) but like you said everybody I know that has one loves them and has never had any problems. The newer version comes with self-sealing plug holders for when you don't have the trailer connected.

I put these on my Deere Z960 recently. I only mowed with them 3 times so far but LOVE them! Yes they are a little more aggressive than turfs when you turn so you need to be careful. But since they get better traction they don't spin as much which is where I was tearing my lawn up. Also they...

I have on all my tractors and ZTRs, but I usually have a bottle of Gatorade (screw-on lid) in a foam koozie. Yes I have to stop to drink it but it helps during long hot days.

Well I'm late to this thread but for anybody else considering one of these I would look at the battery-powered Mantis: https://mantis.com/product/mantis-58v-cordless-tiller-cultivator-3558/ It does a great job, low noise, has decent battery life, and is easy to start (just push a button!). The...

My son is a Doosan/Bobcat Equipment salesman so I can add some info. Most of the stuff above is still correct: Bob-Cat Mowers started in 1952 Clark Equipment bought the Bob-Cat Mower line around 1995; Clark was bought later that year by Ingersoll-Rand Ingersoll-Rand was bought by Doosan around...

You need to find a different dealer (or at least a different salesman at that dealer). They use some of the same hydraulic components but they are NOT the same tractor, not even close. Different frames, axles, brakes, transmissions, and lots of other components. The 1025 is considered...

Not true. All Deere lawn tractors and lawn/garden tractors are designed and built by JD (from the S100's all the way up through the X700's). The 100's just use lower-grade components because they are designed specifically for small suburban 1/4-1/2 acre smooth lawns. Then people try to use...

It may cost you a little more but look for a 997 with the Deere suspension seat then buy ZGlides for the front and Tweels for the rear. You will have a bullet-proof diesel machine that you already are leaning towards but the ride will be amazing with those enhancements. Just don't buy the...

Reminds me of the goose from Red Green's "Duct Tape Forever" movie

How about this DIY one? It should do well over any terrain (click to view full size): Here is the original post where the guy said it cost him around $300 in parts: RV.Net Open Roads Forum: Travel Trailers: Electric powered trailer mover/dolly. You can buy plans here: Trailer Mover Plans 12V...

I may have posted this before (maybe even in this thread :) ). This is one of the trucks for a local siding/building supplier in our area. The photo is the owner in the back of the truck. My attachments are hard to see but it looks pretty good when you pull up behind the truck!

I started a new thread for this instead of putting it in the X700 Signature Series thread since it also involves other C&CE equipment. Most of the videos don't show much but it has some nice breakouts about each section of each piece of equipment: See How We Run

I know this is a tractor forum but I thought this was newsworthy. Deere is ending production of walk-behind mowers and snowblowers and will be selling Honda through Deere dealers: Deere Dealers to Sell Honda Products in U.S. We just bought a JS26 in May. I hope Deere will still stand behind it!

John Deere Announces New Equipment Name And Numbering System

Look what I came across on Deere's website: John Deere iMatch AutoHitch I wonder what the price is on that puppy?

Just thought I would let everyone know -- Deere updated their website last night to add the X500's: http://www.deere.com/en_US/ProductCatalog/HO/series/ho_x500_series.html

I found this little tidbit on Deere's site today: http://www.deere.com/en_US/govsales/purchaseguide/2006PG/TOC.pdf ADDED IN EDIT: Well the whole thing was there earlier, but now I can only get the the Table of Contents!! I'm not sure what happened between this morning and this afternoon. Scott