100 Series, are they worth it?

Keef · Jul 23, 2008

actionaj said:
I had a L-130 used it to mow a little over an acre. Sold it last summer it had about 140 trouble free hours on it. I sarted mowing about 5+ acres had to get a bigger mower. But the L-130 was a good machine with a good cut.

What influence you not to replace your 130 with another JD?

LBrown59 · Sep 5, 2008

BlackRaptor said:
As for me I think I'll run the LA135 to death as a trim mower. can't let the 2520 get scratched by trees haha and
* then find a used 445.
Here is what I found when I was looking for a JD 455.
http://s283.photobucket.com/albums/kk286/lb59/?action=view&current=100_2455.jpg

Keef · Sep 16, 2008

Just wanted to give a little update. I have been very very happy with the LA135 as it cuts well, is comfortable to ride, and it still looks great. I gave it its first oil change which I found pretty easy to do, and I could not be happier with the unit. I had the blades sharpened which improved the mulching. I learned that if you mulch and the grass is growing a lot, it's best not to wait a full 7 days, as you will have more clippings showing up on the lawn. But I am a Deere lover, and was pleased when JD sent me a free JD hat. I use it every time I cut the grass now.

It sorta of makes me look more professional.

Keef · Apr 6, 2009

Well I am now into my second year with my LA135 lawn tractor. I have used it twice so far, and it continues to give me a great cut, mulching, and no maintence issues. Hopefully this will continue for several more years.

jenkinsph · Apr 6, 2009

How many of you guys have added grease zerks to the mower spindles? I have that on my short list of things to do before mowing season starts. How much will this help extend the life?

Steve

deereboy72 · Apr 7, 2009

100 Series

Buy a real John Deere not a cheap knock off.

Keef · Apr 7, 2009

deereboy72 said:
100 Series

Buy a real John Deere not a cheap knock off.

If I had the money to buy the 300 series I would have. My choice was between a Sears Craftsman or a 100 Series Deere. Who the heck are you to tell me I have to spend more money to cut my grass. If this unit performs great for 10 years, and continues to do the job it has been doing, that I am happy.

greenmule · Apr 7, 2009

I think a better question would be is the deere 300 series that much better than the 100 series to cost 2-3 times as much?

Keef · Apr 7, 2009

greenmule said:
I think a better question would be is the deere 300 series that much better than the 100 series to cost 2-3 times as much?

It was around $1,100 more of the 17 hp 300. For what you get with better tires, transmission, engine, and frame, I would say it is worth it.

greenmule · Apr 7, 2009

Well,you might be right,but I'm not so sure.

My thoughts as I've said before,is if you want to buy a cheap lawnmower,than buy the cheapest one in the size you want,that you can find[husky,cub,sears,deere,or any other brand],cause,thats what your wanting and they all [in about same price range,cheapest ones] will be about same quality. But you will save a few hundred,by buying that cheapest one.

But,if you want to try and buy a good,fair priced,middle of the road one,its very hard,cause they ain't but maybe 1 or 2 of those.[and than your not real sure you did better than just buying a cheap one.]

Now if you can spend,over 4,000 dollars on a lawnmower,you increase your chances of getting a better quality mower,But I,[like about everybody,I see mowing their yards],don't have that kinda money to spend on just a lawnmower.