Bucket on d100 series

[Jchuchla]

I haven't taken them apart but both the steering spindles and the wheel hubs are greasable. I just greased them last week.
But I get the point. This machine isn't built for weight.
I was just being optimistic that this machine would be able to handle a few occasional lifting. If i can throw a few bags of dirt on my shoulders why cant my tractor. I'd think I'm a lot more fragile than this steel boned beast. Honestly I have a half acre. I'm not going to be moving yards of dirt and stone every year. That task would only be every few years at best. Other then that, it'd be mulch and snow on a more regular basis.

 

[jinman]

I was just being optimistic that this machine would be able to handle a few occasional lifting. If i can throw a few bags of dirt on my shoulders why cant my tractor. I'd think I'm a lot more fragile than this steel boned beast.

Rental yards are made for guys like you to use when needed. We've all given our best advice based on what we know. If you choose to go ahead with the Johnny Bucket, then more power to you and good luck. I truly mean that. You are making an informed decision and know the risks. If you are willing to take the risks, then you may be the voice of experience for the next user whether it be good news or bad news.:thumbsup:

 

[jhonb]

Thanks for the input. You're pretty much confirming my suspicions. I was just curious since the D and LA series are actually specifically listed as supported models on the Johnny bucket website. I really didn't plan on doing much "ground engagement" work, but rather more moving and spreading type of work with landscape stone and mulch and such.

I'm still curious though if anyone has actually made the jump and trusted their website and bought one for these small mowers. I'd be interested to hear the experience.

I watched a few videos on a johnny bucket jr a few weeks back. I have a LA series and 20 years ago under the same conditions, I would have purchased one as my property was undeveloped. I have developed every inch of my yard now so I don't have a use for one. I have a bad back and this would have been welcome. Would my tractor hold up? Don't know, but I would still give it a shot. I have repeatedly been told my 100 series is a POS, but so far, it has always come through. If it is new and still under warranty, why not try it?

 

[Ledgemere Farm]

I watched a few videos on a johnny bucket jr a few weeks back. I have a LA series and 20 years ago under the same conditions, I would have purchased one as my property was undeveloped. I have developed every inch of my yard now so I don't have a use for one. I have a bad back and this would have been welcome. Would my tractor hold up? Don't know, but I would still give it a shot. I have repeatedly been told my 100 series is a POS, but so far, it has always come through. If it is new and still under warranty, why not try it?

Personally, I dont think 100 series are a POS. They are lawn tractors and do great at mowing and towing a small cart.

 

[jenkinsph]

Personally, I dont think 100 series are a POS. They are lawn tractors and do great at mowing and towing a small cart.

To be fair I suspect the tranny would last a lot longer if I didn't have to climb the banks to the road with mine. The rest of it has mowed the lawn and done a good job. If I had known more about the riding mowers when I bought the L130 I would have spent a little more for the x320 or similar.

Most of us who recommend the upgrade to the x320 are basing this on our own past experiences. I wouldn't be opposed to a 100 series with the option of a better tranny either, Deere doesn't seem to see this as an option though.