finish mowers
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Zork
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I tried replying to post above and it wouldn't take, also the kioti site keeps locking up my computer---not your fault. /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif This is great, Ill do some research and maybe save some doe-ray-me$$$$ /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif If this mower is as good as everyone says, than, Ill buy it. Franz
yellowsocks93
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Everybody who needs a good finish mower and wants a good paint job should treat themself to a John Deere rear mount. They come in two sizes; a 60'' 261 model and the big 72'' 272. I love my 272. Cuts just as good as our 72'' mid mount.
Zork
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Is jd really that good for the extra money? Are they actually making that mower or can I get the same item at a cheaper price and different color from somewhere else? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gifFranz
yellowsocks93
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No, you can't get the JD mowers anywhere else. They look almost identical to the JD mid mounts. They are side discharge but I have not experienced any problems with windrowing and I have only had one bolt snap off that holds down the safety shield on top. I like it and I find it is worth the extra money over a Woods or other brands. I love the way the JD mower decks are built. They are about 2 grand new for the 72'' I believe. I would go to JDs website and price one with your options if interested. I would recommend the front gauge wheels to compliment the standard front rollers. I looked at Frontier as my dealer sells them and Woods and we agreed that the JD was better built. Plus you will always be able to get parts for the Deere mower unlike some brands.
I have been very happy with my JD 60" mid-mount.
One good example of its durability: for some reason, I cannot master the manuever around a small fire-pit in my yard built out of large retaining wall blocks. Results of the six meetings between these two objects:
JD mower: 6
Fire-pit blocks: 0
No dents, not bent, just a little yellow paint lost.
- Rick
One good example of its durability: for some reason, I cannot master the manuever around a small fire-pit in my yard built out of large retaining wall blocks. Results of the six meetings between these two objects:
JD mower: 6
Fire-pit blocks: 0
No dents, not bent, just a little yellow paint lost.
- Rick
Concerning finish mowers;
On some web pages, it's proudly written that "our/my finish mower is single deck".
Here we go;
What is/are the technical advantage(s) of single deck mowers over welded deck mowers? Is it only aesthetic?
On some web pages, it's proudly written that "our/my finish mower is single deck".
Here we go;
What is/are the technical advantage(s) of single deck mowers over welded deck mowers? Is it only aesthetic?
yellowsocks93
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Welds can break over time and grass will flow more easily through a stamped steel deck rather than a deck which is welded together. I prefer stamped decks and that's what JD builds. Are mowers like the first choice and others welded? They look like they are. The only other finish mower I have seen in person would be the Frontier batwing models.
Old_Hickory
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Frontier is made by Woods for John Deere are they not ?
I would think the Frontier brand would have to meet John Deere specs.
I would think the Frontier brand would have to meet John Deere specs.
