OutbackL130
Silver Member
I currently have been mowing with my John Deere L130 since 2004. I get worn out with no power steering mowing my 3.5 acres full of trees and obstacles. I'd be content with a new riding mower that has power steering, but they cant be bought for $2500 which is why I'm considering a zero turn. I've always had a traditional tractor style riding mower and never gave a thought to owning a zero turn until now. I'm thinking about buying a new John Deere Zero turn mower from Lowes. I dont want to spend more than $2500.
Based on my experience with the L130 riding mower the additional benefits of a zero turn are:
Zero turn pro's:
- Faster top speed
- Effortless turning
- No front spindles to wear out
- No steering gears to break
- No tie rods to break
- Exhaust is directed out the rear and away from you, no breathing fumes
Cons:
- Ugly, IMHO
What its like owning a zero turn mower? They seem like a simpler machine. Any common problems with them or other pros and cons?
Based on my experience with the L130 riding mower the additional benefits of a zero turn are:
Zero turn pro's:
- Faster top speed
- Effortless turning
- No front spindles to wear out
- No steering gears to break
- No tie rods to break
- Exhaust is directed out the rear and away from you, no breathing fumes
Cons:
- Ugly, IMHO
What its like owning a zero turn mower? They seem like a simpler machine. Any common problems with them or other pros and cons?