Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 50" (Kawasaki 23 hp) - Everything You Need to Know Minus the BS

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  • @coolnews3269
    @coolnews3269 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Had mine for 6 years and it is still growing strong

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice! Glad to hear about your good luck!

    • @kansasgardener5844
      @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน

      6 years, that's awesome!

  • @moeperry3606
    @moeperry3606 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the same exact mower since 2019. I love it. Does a great job!

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's awesome to hear! What other mowers were you considering? For me It was between this and a Toro Timecutter.

    • @moeperry3606
      @moeperry3606 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GiveAbundance I was also considering the Toro Timecutter. I just liked the Cub Cadets frame and the Kawasaki engine better.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah that Kawasaki reliability is pretty tough to beat. My kholer on my other cub wasn't bad, but the kawasaki was the one of the biggest reasons I went with this.

  • @kansasgardener5844
    @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just bought one myself. Their a good mower, and the only problem you might have are the spindles going bad. I really like mine, and the more I use it, the more I like it.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I heard about the spindles, I have yet to see a youtube video covering that. I may have to look into it.

    • @kansasgardener5844
      @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @giveabundance The best way to avoid spindle issues is to pull them off and grease the bearings. And avoid spraying the deck with water when the spindles are still hot from mowing. They will draw water into them and ruin the bearings. Several videos on spindles.

  • @dirtydon8661
    @dirtydon8661 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Check that bushing that screws into block for the oil change hose. Mine came loose or was never fully tightened. Noticed all the oil dust residue on right side motor and that’s all it was. I also replaced a coil pack after only 2yr. Other than that it’s been a really good mower.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey, thanks for the tip! I'm going to check that out.

  • @basshnter1997
    @basshnter1997 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just bought one to be delivered tomorrow.
    What I like is it looks easier to service.
    At least compared to other mowers I've owned.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same here, I like that you can access the belt alot easier.

    • @basshnter1997
      @basshnter1997 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GiveAbundance Many people knock mtd brand mowers.
      This new mower is replacing a 1998 mtd Troy Bilt 54" riding mower.
      Parts availability both oem and aftermarket has kept that thing mowing for a reasonable cost.
      Currently has a broken transaxle shift lever, a $50 part that's still available and it will be mowing again.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can't beat that long of service! Just goes to show how long things can last if you take care of them.

    • @basshnter1997
      @basshnter1997 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GiveAbundance The Troy Bilt is fixed and mowing again.
      Decided to replace the drive belts while I was at it, not fun.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Always something to fix. Just replaced leaking axel seals on my older cub last year along with a new belt.

  • @konrrade
    @konrrade หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bought mine in 2019 for my new property. Property was a mess at the time. The ground is uneven and extremely rough. Trees...roots....branches....roots.....overgrown....roots....holes... hidden rocks. About two acres. I have beat the heck out of this thing. Twice branches have come up through the deck and knocked the drive belt off. Once I hit a 5/8" steel ground rod and stopped it dead. Now things are better. Brought in top soil to fill holes and cover roots. Gotten rid of hidden rocks. This thing has held up like a champ. Service it every spring and it's good to go. No regrets.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      That sucks so bad when you hit a chunk of metal and it stops it dead. 🤣 Your property sounds very similar to mine. Glad you are having good luck with the cub!

  • @genebechinski9851
    @genebechinski9851 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2021 Cub cadet ultima zt1 54. It has a kohler motor. I'm pleased with mine . I have had it for 4 years. I cut over 3 in a half acres. Great zero for the money. I have an 1985. John Deere 185 hydro. Thar mower would take me all day to cut my yard. With the cub. It just takes me 2 in a half hours to cut my yard!

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had the kholer on my 2016 xt1. Solid engine, I wouldn't hesitate to get another.

  • @KountryCuz1
    @KountryCuz1 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I Just Orderd one my old one is 19 years Old now ! I am giveing it to someone in need !

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice! Congrats and that's awesome!

  • @deradler3261
    @deradler3261 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    3:14..not the brake. I bought and mowed with the same model today. Super awesome machine

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good call, guess I'm used to that area being the brake 🤣

  • @charlessorrell1226
    @charlessorrell1226 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m on my 4th season. Very happy.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's good to know! I hope mine lasts also.

  • @007connecticut
    @007connecticut หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It's a very good price. +1 of the Kawasaki engine. You seem to have a welded deck, that's another good point on your machine.
    Just take it easy on it and it will last you 10 years. That motor will last 400 hours (if it has an oil filter) Run synthetic 30 weight. I use royal purple 30W.
    The only weak link on residential lawn mowers are the spindles. They will fail and need replacing every 100 hours or so. The front swivels will need work as the machine puts on the mileage. But that's some of the differences from a commercial level machine to a residential level machine.
    Don't spray water on the spindles or electrical panel and switches. They are not water proof so that will help a lot preventing headaches down the road with it won't start and things. Good luck with it. It looks sharp.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tips I appreciate it! Hopefully it lasts 10 years!

    • @basshnter1997
      @basshnter1997 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I hope the Kawasaki engine last over 400 hours with proper maintenance.
      I have over 650 hours on a 25hp briggs intek v twin on a troy bilt rider.
      An oil and filter change(supertech 10w40) as well as a valve adjustment a season and it just keeps going.
      I just replace bearings in the deck spindles.
      They usually last me a couple years.
      The metal sealed bearings last the longest.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@basshnter1997 I think alot of things will last if you keep up on maintenance.

    • @basshnter1997
      @basshnter1997 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@GiveAbundance as a millwright by trade, most equipment failure is due to lack of preventative maintenance.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@basshnter1997 I agree with that statement 👏

  • @DrEVIL-og4qv
    @DrEVIL-og4qv หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought a Cub Cadet LZ54 WAY back in 2016, dealer cut me a good deal, He wanted to sell me a 60 inch deck but I took a 54 inch, now after eliminating the tight spots with a chain saw I wish I had a 60 inch deck. The deck is the nicest mowing deck of any Cub Cadet I've had, I have 3 Cub Cadet tractors, a 1965 #70 with IH's not so great 3 spindle deck, a 1968 #72 with a pretty heavily modified 38 inch 3 blade deck that really mows much nicer than the stock deck. Both tractors are 3 speed gear drives, 70 has a 10 hp Kohler, the 72 has a Killer Kohler 14 hp and REALLY has some snot. And my 982 is stock, has all the options and the 3 blade stamped 50 inch deck, I wasn't real fond of that deck, the 44 inch stamped deck I had on a 129 was a much better cutting deck. But spending $175 on new spindle parts made the 50 inch mow evenly, no more streaking. But NONE of the Cub Cadet IH decks throw grass like the Tanks 54 inch deck. The tank has two 7-1/2 gallon gas tanks, I mow my 2.3 acres on around HALF of one tank, the 20 hp ONAN burned about 4 gallon mowing the same yard.
    The TANK turned over 350 hours on last week's mowing. I bought replacement belts when I bought it, still running the factory belts, I install a new outer air filter element every year but this year I replaced both inner & outer. Oil & filter get changed before first mow every year. I sharpened the original blades twice, and replaced them this spring. It mows like new again. The Cub Cadet blades are REALLY hard steel, I mowed for 3 years with the factory blades before I sharpened them.
    The Hour meter is also a digital tachometer which I really liked the idea of, now the ONLY bad thing I can say is the tach function quit before I was done mowing with it the first time, but the hour meter still works fine. I have one sealed greaseless idler pulley on the deck which is squeaking at me occasionally, if I knew which one I'd replace it, but until it makes itself known I'll run it. Once it warms up it quiets down. A guy on the RED POWER forum posted pictures of a Kawasaki engine that had the cooling fins packed full of grass clippings, needless to say the engine was overheated and needed rebuilt or replaced. I keep my cooling air intake clean, and every year I remove the cooling shrouds and blow any clippings out of the engine. I've been meaning to run some fiberglass window screen over the engine but I'm not sure that will completely help keep it clean.
    The TANK was the commercial duty zero turn I think, and mine has proven to be bullet-proof. With a little between mowing maintenance, I see no reason a ZT1 can't run that long too.
    IF, and that's a REALLY BIG IF, if anything ever major went wrong with my TANK, I would replace it with a SKAG. My SON was Quality Manager at their plant in Beaver Dam, Wi for a year or so, the ONLY mower you see on mowing contractor's trailers around here are two Skags. And for the record, I'd buy 3-4 SHEEP and graze my 2 plus acres before I bought anything DEERE. I've spent countless hours on green farm tractors, some brand new, some years old with several thousands of hours, some were Energizer Bunnies, just ran and ran and ran, Dad's '63 4010 diesel he bought used in 1968 was a money pit, I walked back to the house more running that tractor than any other IH tractor Dad owned. And we poured thousands and thousands of Dollars into keeping it running. I never heard how much Dad got for it when He sold it but my guess is less than he paid for the tractor. 4 new tires, new paint, 2 new batteries evey year or two, complete engine overhaul with M&W oversize sleeves/pistons, and a transmission rebuild from the pto trying to shift from 540 rpm to 1000 rpm while bush-hogging weeds and grass waterways. THAT was the expensive fix, and one the 4010 went to a new home afterwards.
    But DO YOUR SHOPPING carefully. I've been inside both my Cub Cadet 70's and 72's rearends, 3 speed gear drives made for Cub FARMALL's, and other than some sludge from a tiny bit of condensation they both looked new, the casting sealer IH used at their foundries was great. You won't find that in the new zero-turns, only the great old Louisville built garden tractors. Yeah, I worked at IH's FARMALL PLANT in Rock Island for about 5 years in various positions and at East Moline's combine plant for a year while on lay-off from Farmall. IH 2150 RED PAINT flows thru my veins! My 1996 Ford F250 pickup has a 7.3L PSD with 325,000 miles on it.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm glad you like your cubs! Mine have been good also. That's alot of miles on that 7.3!

    • @woodyhayes7402
      @woodyhayes7402 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ain’t nobody reading all-that about a mower sir

  • @pmaddox
    @pmaddox หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got the same one except a 42 inch...same engine....Love mine...bought it at Home-Depot also...had no choice..

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice! I don't think we will be regretting our purchases.

  • @bigbear1321
    @bigbear1321 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    👌🏽just make sure before you engage and disengage the blades do it at full throttle

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I always thought that was harder on your machine, like more of a shock to your belt and stuff at full throttle. 🧐 I'll have to look into that.

    • @kansasgardener5844
      @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      1/2 throttle.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @kansasgardener5844 that's always what I thought

    • @kansasgardener5844
      @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GiveAbundance I think it's in the manual.

    • @007connecticut
      @007connecticut หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kansasgardener5844 1/2 throttle

  • @bigsonslawncare
    @bigsonslawncare 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    ZT 1 42 Going on 4th season 200hrs I use it semi commercial and its been a great mower👍🏾

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Good to know! That's awesome, Im happy yours has been good to you. They seem pretty solid. After reading reviews and watching some videos, it seemed like a no-brainer for the money. Like I said in the video, I really didn't want to spend 5 grand on a machine just to mow my lawn. $3,300 on sale for this was perfect for me.

    • @bigsonslawncare
      @bigsonslawncare 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GiveAbundance Exactly same here✔️

  • @AFVetteran
    @AFVetteran หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My ZT1 Ultima 54" is a POS. Back in the shop for the second time this year due to a leaking hydro. 3-5 weeks to get a replacement in the middle of mowing season.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's not good 😐

    • @jeffhodge124
      @jeffhodge124 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What’s leaking ? And which model of drive is it ? If the case is not cracked usually an easy fix

  • @PatFay-it8gi
    @PatFay-it8gi 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bought one three weeks ago, i am now on my second. both were assembled terribly. We will see

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@PatFay-it8gi That sucks I'm sorry to hear that. You about have to do everything yourself nowadays.

  • @JasPlun
    @JasPlun 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The engine is good, but its not the commercial Kawasaki, but if you have a lot to mow you need to buy the commercial air and intake system for the engine it will last longer. They also need the valve guides adjusted every 2 years. I am on year 8 with same engine and it runs perfect. Kawasaki is the best.

  • @jedknutson8373
    @jedknutson8373 หลายเดือนก่อน

    11ga fab deck thats a huge bonus you didn't mention....

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes you are right I did forget that.

  • @1971rader
    @1971rader หลายเดือนก่อน

    Doesn't have a quick deck lift? For when you come across a rock or tree roots.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes on the right hand side it does have a quick lift!

  • @jeremypoolet
    @jeremypoolet หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did they deliver it ready to go or was it crated and/or had to be set up?

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Mine was delivered all put together with oil in the engine. All I had to do was put in gas and I was mowing 5 minutes later. 👍

    • @jeremypoolet
      @jeremypoolet หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GiveAbundance sweet! Thanks for the reply.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No problem!

  • @kkttss1928
    @kkttss1928 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bought one today. The arms for reverse are all up in my guts. Hope I can adjust

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You should be able to!

    • @Jason-gj1pu
      @Jason-gj1pu 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Salad.😂

    • @leechburglights
      @leechburglights 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Unboxed mine in the driveway at 10am today. Took me 2 minutes to set the arms out enough so that I could pull them toward me to go in reverse. Super easy! Definitely not a regular riding mower and will take some getting used to. So far so good.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @leechburglights Same situation here. After you mow your yard alot faster the first couple times, you'll wonder how you did it any other way. Especially if you have trees to go around.

  • @terrydeeter2873
    @terrydeeter2873 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've had mine 3 years has 700 hours I've had absolutely no problems

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's awesome to hear. Makes me more confident in my decision.

  • @Barndude1
    @Barndude1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really good video bro new sub from me

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks man! I really appreciate that! I hope I covered everything quick for you. Best of luck if you a shopping around for a new mower!

    • @johnwillimott8122
      @johnwillimott8122 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      New subscriber, here. You have sold me. I just have question on what type of leaf gathering attachment would you recommend…
      Thank You

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @johnwillimott8122 Hey John! That I'm not sure about that to be honest. I live in the middle of nowhere, so I just mow over the top of my leaves and dont worry about bagging them. 🤣 I bet Cub Cadet has some options on their website you could check out!

  • @TheStokijss
    @TheStokijss หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bought xz7 ultima last year and 8ts really bad. Very low power. Ankle high grass only able to mow in raised deck mode (transport mode) any lower and it just stalls. Leaves stripes even with fresh blades. All maintenace done.

  • @jerrydosser7031
    @jerrydosser7031 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best for residential buck.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think so too. Not commercial, but good enough for what I need.

  • @kez3000
    @kez3000 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That pedal is not the brake. It's the deck lift. The brake is integrated into the drive control bars. When you push them out sideways, it engages the parking brake.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes you are correct, I was mistaken.

    • @kez3000
      @kez3000 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@GiveAbundance I'm looking into purchasing a 42" model. Your video was helpful. Keep em coming.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @kez3000 Thank you so much! I'm glad I could help you!

  • @Jason-gj1pu
    @Jason-gj1pu 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Top machine, but the seat springs are plastic garbage, replace with 3 inch motorcycle seat springs barrel type.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Jason-gj1pu thanks for the tip!

  • @taproom113
    @taproom113 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    'A few hundred dollars more for 4 inches, not really worth it in my opinion.' ... said no woman Ever! ;-) 🤣 ^v^

  • @Dangerdave2486
    @Dangerdave2486 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Not bad, good engine the bill quality on your frame, and your deck isn’t gonna be as good as a commercial, but the fact that you’re just cutting your own property, it should hold up pretty good but for a little less or about the same price you could pick up a slightly used commercial grade Scagg cheetah or turf tiger With a 61 inch deck that would cut your lawn in a quarter of the time and that would last you a lifetime with lifetime parts available the problem I have with commercial grade is they make a mower and then they provide parts for a minimum of 3 to 5 years and then they discontinue the parts Making it almost impossible to find parts for it versus the commercial grade mowers seem to have aftermarket and OEM backing them up and more dealers and places have stuff for them anyways that’s just my thoughts. I ended up picking up a Scagg turf tiger on Facebook and I’ve had it for a little over a year so far and I’ve picked up a couple jobs on the side with it on top of cutting my yard and it destroys every mower I’ve ever owned, such a big difference and it has a 37 hp liquid cooled Kawasaki engine

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've heard the Scaggs are good. I hope you have good luck with yours.

    • @leechburglights
      @leechburglights 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Been looking for a slightly used 😂 commercial unit for 2 months mow. I gave up and just ordered this on for $3345 out the door. Used were costing around $3200 anyway. Forget it at that price, I'll take a new one any day.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think as long as you take care of it, it'll be good.

  • @vanbilly8387
    @vanbilly8387 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Look at the front of the frame on both Cub Cadet and John Deere. Cub Cadet is much more solid.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree. Feels way more solid. I really like the exo skeleton design.

  • @jeffsnyder5456
    @jeffsnyder5456 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That’s not a brake it’s to release the pressure on the deck.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes you are correct, my bad 🙈

  • @ramtough4384
    @ramtough4384 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's an MTD platform. Thin decks, weak transmissions, and wear items typically fail before they are supposed to. Residential mower only. The only good thing is the motor.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hoping mine lasts like my last one and I won't complain!

    • @ramtough4384
      @ramtough4384 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GiveAbundance My friend, I pray that it does too. I was only being honest from someone who does commercial mowing .

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ramtough4384 No offense taken here! Since you do commercial mowing, I know you know what's best. Hopefully this does ok for me just mowing once a week in the summers.

    • @ramtough4384
      @ramtough4384 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @giveabundance I was not targeting you sir. It should. I speak to entry level landscapers who watch this, and think these will hold up under commercial use. Was all I was saying. For a single property, I pray it holds up well for you.

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ramtough4384 I know! I appreciate your honesty. Hope all is going well with your business!

  • @lehringer4884
    @lehringer4884 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You got ripped off Dude. They are junk .

    • @lindencamelback2305
      @lindencamelback2305 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ?

    • @mikemccarthy6939
      @mikemccarthy6939 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Stop no there not

    • @GiveAbundance
      @GiveAbundance  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I like it so far. Hopefully didn't get ripped off, but time will tell.

    • @kansasgardener5844
      @kansasgardener5844 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, it's people like you that makes people think their junk.