More Noob Questions,,,,,,,,,,

[gltrap54]

My B7500 is equipped with R4 tires, a FEL, 54" MMM, and a 48" BB. My question is: What attachments can/should be left on when I'm using the tractor to mow my lawn?

 

[crossfire190]

The less weight on the tractor the better when mowing, so I would remove the FEL and the BB. I have R-4's and i find that they are fairly gentle on the lawn - but it is best to lighten your load to reduce rutting. The additional problem with the FEL is that I tend to get more bounce/jostle with it on.

 

[ampsucker]

agreed. the only other comment i would make is that i sometimes loose a little traction in the front when turning. my bx is designed for the loader in front, so with it off, it gets a little heavy to the rear (especially when the rear tires bite) and i noticed my r-4s will slide a bit in tight turns. getting just the right amount of weight on the front bumper helps the tires bite better, but generally you want as little weight on the entire machine as possible to avoid compaction of the sod and the bouncing mentioned by the previous poster.

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[gltrap54]

The less weight on the tractor the better when mowing, so I would remove the FEL and the BB. I have R-4's and i find that they are fairly gentle on the lawn - but it is best to lighten your load to reduce rutting. The additional problem with the FEL is that I tend to get more bounce/jostle with it on.

I appreciate your input. The MMM by it's self seemed logical, but I wasn't sure.