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I understand every mower has it's pros and cons, but I just wanted to add about my Toro experience. I purchased my first Toro Timecutter (50") with the myride system. It has the Toro engine (Loncin-China) and I was skeptical at first since the big box didn't have the kawasaki/kohler choice, but I bought it anyway. Things I didn't like right away was it didn't have an hour meter, but it was pre-wired. That's pretty cheap. The seat cable was missing (someone "borrowed" it ). The switch/key seems low quality even compared to my 15 year old YTS4000 Craftsman (Husqvarna). What I did like and made me forget about the negatives was the myride system. It is so easy to use and I feel like i'm sitting in a recliner while cutting my somewhat lumpy 1.5 acres of land. I can set it to its fastest setting (which is 7 mph i think) and just glide through my lawn. The blade RPM sounds great. My neighbor has a Bad Boy mower and our blade rotations sound the same. My cut is great and the gas mileage (3 gallon tank) is pretty good. I checked utube to see what problems the Toro engine might be experiencing and I found none regarding the engine. I know it's built in China, but what isn't these days. You can find an informative comparative video on utube with the Toro (Loncin) engine, comparing it to Kawasaki and Kohler and I think Briggs. Not saying the Toro engine is better, but so far it's held up (4 years old). I don't regret my purchase and would recommend Toro products.
I got the Z254F special edition 4 weeks ago. Great machine. I live on 5.5 acre horse property with no horses, pastures had not been cut all summer, 2 foot tall weeds and grass. Took two passes but got the whole place done a little at a time in 1.5 weeks, 28 hrs on machine. Very powerful engine. The whole place looks like a lawn now.
I've had several brands of mowers over the years and I bought a used MZ5424SR and I love it! The deck isn't the engineered welded deck only the stamped type but it's been trouble free for over 400 hours
I just bought a Toro Timecutter with My Ride suspension system for $4599 model 75759 with the Kohler 7000 motor, and the models you were looking at there don't look nearly as substantial as mine. I didn't see any of the model numbers on the Toro models you were looking at but but it looked to me like an apples to oranges comparison. I did extensive research, and I directly comaired the Toro to the Cub Cadet and the Toro came out on top. Full suspension being my main selling point. Not really sold on Cub Cadet (MTD)
Hi Mike, in this video I was comparing mowers available in the +/- $3500 price range. Trying ro stay close to the $3500 as much as possible. How would that be "apples to oranges"? If I compared a $4599 priced mower to a $3599 priced mower that would be apples to oranges... I had gone to one of the largest chain of Toro dealeships in my area to take a look their models in the price range for my video. They had 4 Timecutters and 2 had parts missing from them. One had the engine shroud missing and the other had the ignition switch retainer nut missing. Plus the sloppy way the wires and cables were installed it made me ask them "are these mowers used or new?" They said they were all new units. I wasnt sure if I believed them. I quickly relaized I would not be able to use thier mowers for my video. So I went to drive to another dealership. I happen to stop by that Tractor Supply on my way and saw they had those two Toro mowers displayed with the price tags clearly visable. It didnt take long for me to realize the Toros were not even close to the quality of the Cub Cadet or Husqvarna or the new 2023 John Deere z300s. Even that $4799 priced Toro was not impressive. Ive tried out the 'My Ride' and its not full suspension at all. Its just a rocking platform gimmick. Your 75759 has the same engine, same transmission (ZT2200), and a 10 gauge deck without as much reinforcement as the others. Based on your research what makes any Toro timecutter with a price of $3500-$4000 better than the Cub cadet or Husqvarnas? Just saying it "looks" more substantial means nothing. What matters is actual numbers / specs / materials used etc.
@Mechanical Mind wow there's a lot to unpack here, so let's start with the My Ride suspension. Have you looked at the actual mechanics of the way it's designed? The innovation in the design is that the whole platform is independent of the mower itself. The challenge for an all independent suspension is to eliminate or reduce torsion. The rocking sensation that you described is a direct result of a solid rear mount under spring tension. I realize there have been a few iterations of the design since inception, but to simply call it a "gimmick" is a bit critical. Many of the reviews I've read and the forum I belong to praise it for its smooth operation. I for one have a very bumpy yard, and my Craftsman T210 was beating me to death. The My Ride has solved this issue, and one of the chief reasons I bought this mower over any other. The only other mower that has this level of suspension is just now hitting the market in the Husqvarna Xcite Z350 and Z380, which cost considerably more than I paid for my Toro. On the apples to oranges comment that I made, I realized that you were looking at sub $4000 mowers but I was just as confused as you were at the Toro's you were showing in your video. I don't buy anything on a whim, and I literally did hundreds of hours of research and looked at countless mowers before I made my decision. This is my first zero turn mower purchase, so I wanted to get such a sizeable purchase right the first time. As I stated in my comment, I paid $4799 for my mower to distinguish the fact that I understood the mowers you were looking at were of a lesser amount than mine. The fact that I haven't seen some of the inadequacy issues that you showed in your video is the first thing that surprised me. In comparison to the Cub Cadet Ultma ZT1, I understand they both have literally the same transmissions and the same engines, but the Toro has a 10 guage deck as opposed to Cub Cadets 11 guage deck thickness. While one guage of steel may not seem like much, it could be measured in years more service if taken care of. Many reviewers of the Cub Cadet also complained about the rough ride they had on the Ultma. To summarize, judging from the fact that I have done exhaustive research specifically on 50 to 54" inch residential zero turn mowers, and I too have a mechanical background, I saw your video as judgmental and in direct contrast to my observations. Thank you for the channel as it appears that you mostly want to help people with your skills and information. Please remember that you are an influencer, and what you say holds weight with many people.
I recently just bought the the Toro 75750 which is under $5k. I check ed some of the things you found concerning in the units you viewed and they were not present in this unit. The tires are wider and the wiring under the seat was all in harnesses and professional looking. I was initially looking at an Exmark but was turned on to the Husqvarna but was ultimately steered away by several of their dealers I went to based on current parts availability and frame issues on the 54”. The one mentioned that they had a mower in for service that was waiting 6 months for a part. When I started looking in to alternates the Toro kept coming up as a top pick so I was surprised by your opinion of them.
@Burgandy B if you read the O.P. reply to my comment, you can see where he basically called me out on my opinion of his opinion. I couldn't help but reply one more time to answer the rebuttal. I'm really not one to argue, but I too was surprised at his findings. I bought the 75756 and so far I love it! The My Ride suspension has made the world of difference in my comfort for mowing an extremely rough yard. The cut quality is superb, and so far, I'm am over the moon with this mower! Time will tell about the longevity but everything I'm reading tells me this machine should do me well for years to come.
@@mikesbikechannel4387as a person looking at a future purchase, I appreciate you and @Mechanical_Mind having a back and forth. Not all people have the same experiences. I'm looking at the Torro 42" due to obstacles in the yard, but the husky has my attention as well. I now have a better mindset for what to look for. Thanks gentlemen! Cheers 🍻
Great comparison! I was undecided between the cub cadet and the husqvarna. I went with the husky z248f, caught it on sale for $3249. This video made me more comfortable with my decision. Thank you!!
I was happy to hear about that, but it is an OEM option. Most OEMs are not opting for it. However, if there is a boss left in the casting, you could add your own.
mechanical mind- how is the comfort when riding/cutting/in actual use? are you able to try some? really interested in comfort more than anything per spiinal issues. thanks.
That and the Kawasaki engine are precisely why I bought mine, they are big time difference makers. They cost about $400 more than comparable mowers, but the suspension is priceless if you have a large yard.
I like the reviews that you do. I was wondering if you ever had a look at the Simplicity line of zero turn mower? And if so what are your options on them? And again keep up the reviews. 🍻
I will say that the Commercial grade Toros are impressive. John Deere is the same way. They make really good high end equipment. They don't focus much on the lower end residential stuff.
It’s a shame that Toros quality has gone downhill, they used to be decent. And it’s not just their residential zero turns, the quality of their equipment all across the board has gone down. I bought a super recycler with a Honda engine a couple years ago and it’s been great. It’s a shame that MTD cub cadets are now built better. Have you looked at Hustler yet? I didn’t see a video but I may have missed it.
I have not done a video on Hustler yet. I need to find a decent Hustler dealership that isnt 2 hours away. The closest one is an hour away and its a hole in the wall place
I'm not sure what I missed in the other videos so I guess I have to go back but how did the cub cadet end up over all the others from the other videos? Definitely seemed like the Bad Boy, Scag, and a few others not only objectively beat it in certain critical categories, but seemed like you liked them more based on your own statements as well.
So far Ive only Ive only compared the residential zero turn options around the $3500 price point. Here is the video where I go over the cub cadet. th-cam.com/video/a0TkSzqnCSc/w-d-xo.html. I'll be honest right now Id have to look at my notes and maybe rewatch my own video because I cant remember why I the CubCadet came out on top. I broke down the points comparing the brands at the end of video to give a total score. *Sorry for the voice over editing issue the CubCadet video has near the end* Soon I plan to do comparisons on the higher priced models and also riding lawn tractors. Ive just been super busy with work and my side business which kinda links to up with these video topics. I do like the Bad Boys and the Scag machines. I think Bad Boy, Scag, Cib Cadet and Husqvarna have the best residental zero turns in the $3k- $4k range.
mechanical mind- question- have you compared or done a video/s on zturns with steering wheels? not many models to choose from. curious. they look great/fun, like a go kart. thanks.
so do you think cub cadets steering wheel zero turn would be a good option? i was looking at the ultima ztxs4 48 or 54 inch deck, this will be used to replace my john deere d140. or should i stick with a regular riding mower? i guess ill wait for your regular riding mower videos to come out. i do plan on going to dealer instead of box store to pick my mower
Ive never driven one of those zero turns with a steering wheel yet. I will be delivering some of my racks next week to a dealer that sellls those. I will seenif they will let me drivenamd test one. I used to prefer a lawn tractor until I got my Husqvarna compact 30" zero turn. Its so fast Im looking for opportunities to use it. I was going buy a new mower now it would be either Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 or if I had the $ the Husqvarna Xcite 350
Hey mate. Could you do a video or recommend what you think is the best 42" (ballpark) riding mower/lawn tractor? ive got steep hills so zero turn probably not great for me. Currently using a john deere d105 and ive gotta bang the deck straight at least once a year. the deck is just crap on it.
I prefer lawn tractors myself. So far out of the major brands Ive seen Husqvarna and Cub Cadet have the best decks on their residential lawn tractors. I do plan to do videos on that topic. Until I get to inspect them up close and in detail Im not sure which of those two Id choose. I have owned Husqvarnas before and I have never been disappointed with them.
@@Mechanical_Mind Cool man. Thanks for the quick reply and I look forward to that video whenever you get around to making it. Not going to buy one until this guy bites the dust or I lose my mind beating the deck straight getting eaten alive by mosquitos. love your channel.
Just sub, really good vids. Wonder if I could get your opinion going to buy new riding mower to replace old craftsman. Deciding between John deer s130 or craftsman t2400 which looks identical to cub cadet but none available here where I live. Price difference is only about 100 bucks at Lowe’s , checked John deer dealer but no 130 available. Thanks
I can't find those others in a 34" cutting deck. I don't want a 42 it's too big. I'll maybe consider a 36" Toro has that 34" deck and that's the one I'm leaning toward. The smaller tires don't bother me, but it would be nice to be able to lift up the plate to inspect the belts. Also I would like to be able to service the transmission, or at least replace them cheap and easy. That seems to be what always goes bad on those zero turn mowers. A deck can be fixed or replaced so the thin steel don't so much bother me. I'm gonna subscribe and request that you do a video on the smaller zero turn mowers that can get into the tight spaces. I'll be pushing the button on a new mower beginning of next month.
Hey @flyone8350, thanks for Subscribing. Its funny you mention wanting a smaller width zero turn. I just was working on a Husqvarna RZ3016 that has a 30" deck. I like it so much I made an offer to buy from my customer. They do not make that model anymore but Hustler does make some 34" residential zero turns. I plan to make a video on Hustlers mowers soon. They do make some nice mowers. www.hustlerturf.com/products/dash-xd Before pulling the trigger on the Toro Id take a look at the Hustler Dash XD. They start at $3649 and you can get a 34" deck with a Kawasaki engine. The regular Hustler Dash is $3099 with a 10.5 Briggs.
Thats a good comparison. Id go with the Bad Boy MZ Rambler. It has a thicker (7 gauge) deck and 5 gallon fuel tank compared to the Z242F's 10 guage deck and 3.5 gallon tank. So many act like B&S engines are junk and act like Kawaski and Kohler are superior. As a mechinac I see issues among Kawasaki and Kohler engines also more than Briggs. But thats just my experience so its anecdotal.
Huskys made in South Carolina and for one more Year anyways Arkansas. Big War between Sweden and Austria in the World of dirt bikes Husky versus Stihl as with everything else. Surprised to see Toro sucking wind. Big War en route for Zero Turn plus finishing mower plus now twin tire Wars Ventrac vs Steiner vs Husky as well actually (R220T) so interesting to hear your take as Husky, John Deere and Toro really setting up for a big throwdown 2024 Calendar Year with Ventrac always lurking around.
Hi Kaycee, Id say the 3 main things are Price, warranty and frame. The Ikon models that have line up with the Ultima ZT1 and have the same engine (Kawasaki FR691V) are several hundred dollars more. They have the same cut speed, same hydros, clutch and both have 11 ga fabricated decks. The Cub Cadet has a 3 yr unlimited hours warranty vs 3 yr 300 hrs. But the cub cadet has a lifetime limited warranty in the deck and frame. I also like the Cub Cadets frame with protection bars around the engine. The lower priced Ariens models that match the Cub Cadet price have smaller engines slower speeds and smaller tires and shorter warranties.
I personally have a vendetta against Toro, but I will call you out as unfair. You compared the quality Husqvarna sold by a good company verses the sh!+ grade that ALL mower companies supply to big box stores. The Huskies at Lowes Tractor Depot are just as cheaply built. Still, don't buy Toro! And buy from a local merchant that services your new mower!
Fair enough 🤣. But I was comparing the models based on price point. I have several other videos covering other brands. Neither Husqvarna or Toro were my top pick for the $3500-$4000 price range
DON’T buy the F,fabricated deck,I own one it literally takes me longer to clean out under it,honest to God the hardest deck to clean I ever saw,get the stamped deck
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I understand every mower has it's pros and cons, but I just wanted to add about my Toro experience. I purchased my first Toro Timecutter (50") with the myride system. It has the Toro engine (Loncin-China) and I was skeptical at first since the big box didn't have the kawasaki/kohler choice, but I bought it anyway. Things I didn't like right away was it didn't have an hour meter, but it was pre-wired. That's pretty cheap. The seat cable was missing (someone "borrowed" it ). The switch/key seems low quality even compared to my 15 year old YTS4000 Craftsman (Husqvarna). What I did like and made me forget about the negatives was the myride system. It is so easy to use and I feel like i'm sitting in a recliner while cutting my somewhat lumpy 1.5 acres of land. I can set it to its fastest setting (which is 7 mph i think) and just glide through my lawn. The blade RPM sounds great. My neighbor has a Bad Boy mower and our blade rotations sound the same. My cut is great and the gas mileage (3 gallon tank) is pretty good. I checked utube to see what problems the Toro engine might be experiencing and I found none regarding the engine. I know it's built in China, but what isn't these days. You can find an informative comparative video on utube with the Toro (Loncin) engine, comparing it to Kawasaki and Kohler and I think Briggs. Not saying the Toro engine is better, but so far it's held up (4 years old). I don't regret my purchase and would recommend Toro products.
I got the Z254F special edition 4 weeks ago. Great machine. I live on 5.5 acre horse property with no horses, pastures had not been cut all summer, 2 foot tall weeds and grass. Took two passes but got the whole place done a little at a time in 1.5 weeks, 28 hrs on machine. Very powerful engine. The whole place looks like a lawn now.
I've had several brands of mowers over the years and I bought a used MZ5424SR and I love it! The deck isn't the engineered welded deck only the stamped type but it's been trouble free for over 400 hours
I just bought a Toro Timecutter with My Ride suspension system for $4599 model 75759 with the Kohler 7000 motor, and the models you were looking at there don't look nearly as substantial as mine. I didn't see any of the model numbers on the Toro models you were looking at but but it looked to me like an apples to oranges comparison. I did extensive research, and I directly comaired the Toro to the Cub Cadet and the Toro came out on top. Full suspension being my main selling point. Not really sold on Cub Cadet (MTD)
Hi Mike, in this video I was comparing mowers available in the +/- $3500 price range. Trying ro stay close to the $3500 as much as possible.
How would that be "apples to oranges"? If I compared a $4599 priced mower to a $3599 priced mower that would be apples to oranges...
I had gone to one of the largest chain of Toro dealeships in my area to take a look their models in the price range for my video. They had 4 Timecutters and 2 had parts missing from them. One had the engine shroud missing and the other had the ignition switch retainer nut missing. Plus the sloppy way the wires and cables were installed it made me ask them "are these mowers used or new?" They said they were all new units. I wasnt sure if I believed them. I quickly relaized I would not be able to use thier mowers for my video. So I went to drive to another dealership. I happen to stop by that Tractor Supply on my way and saw they had those two Toro mowers displayed with the price tags clearly visable.
It didnt take long for me to realize the Toros were not even close to the quality of the Cub Cadet or Husqvarna or the new 2023 John Deere z300s.
Even that $4799 priced Toro was not impressive.
Ive tried out the 'My Ride' and its not full suspension at all. Its just a rocking platform gimmick.
Your 75759 has the same engine, same transmission (ZT2200), and a 10 gauge deck without as much reinforcement as the others. Based on your research what makes any Toro timecutter with a price of $3500-$4000 better than the Cub cadet or Husqvarnas? Just saying it "looks" more substantial means nothing. What matters is actual numbers / specs / materials used etc.
@Mechanical Mind wow there's a lot to unpack here, so let's start with the My Ride suspension. Have you looked at the actual mechanics of the way it's designed? The innovation in the design is that the whole platform is independent of the mower itself. The challenge for an all independent suspension is to eliminate or reduce torsion. The rocking sensation that you described is a direct result of a solid rear mount under spring tension. I realize there have been a few iterations of the design since inception, but to simply call it a "gimmick" is a bit critical. Many of the reviews I've read and the forum I belong to praise it for its smooth operation. I for one have a very bumpy yard, and my Craftsman T210 was beating me to death. The My Ride has solved this issue, and one of the chief reasons I bought this mower over any other. The only other mower that has this level of suspension is just now hitting the market in the Husqvarna Xcite Z350 and Z380, which cost considerably more than I paid for my Toro.
On the apples to oranges comment that I made, I realized that you were looking at sub $4000 mowers but I was just as confused as you were at the Toro's you were showing in your video. I don't buy anything on a whim, and I literally did hundreds of hours of research and looked at countless mowers before I made my decision. This is my first zero turn mower purchase, so I wanted to get such a sizeable purchase right the first time. As I stated in my comment, I paid $4799 for my mower to distinguish the fact that I understood the mowers you were looking at were of a lesser amount than mine. The fact that I haven't seen some of the inadequacy issues that you showed in your video is the first thing that surprised me.
In comparison to the Cub Cadet Ultma ZT1, I understand they both have literally the same transmissions and the same engines, but the Toro has a 10 guage deck as opposed to Cub Cadets 11 guage deck thickness. While one guage of steel may not seem like much, it could be measured in years more service if taken care of. Many reviewers of the Cub Cadet also complained about the rough ride they had on the Ultma.
To summarize, judging from the fact that I have done exhaustive research specifically on 50 to 54" inch residential zero turn mowers, and I too have a mechanical background, I saw your video as judgmental and in direct contrast to my observations. Thank you for the channel as it appears that you mostly want to help people with your skills and information. Please remember that you are an influencer, and what you say holds weight with many people.
I recently just bought the the Toro 75750 which is under $5k. I check ed some of the things you found concerning in the units you viewed and they were not present in this unit. The tires are wider and the wiring under the seat was all in harnesses and professional looking. I was initially looking at an Exmark but was turned on to the Husqvarna but was ultimately steered away by several of their dealers I went to based on current parts availability and frame issues on the 54”. The one mentioned that they had a mower in for service that was waiting 6 months for a part. When I started looking in to alternates the Toro kept coming up as a top pick so I was surprised by your opinion of them.
@Burgandy B if you read the O.P. reply to my comment, you can see where he basically called me out on my opinion of his opinion. I couldn't help but reply one more time to answer the rebuttal. I'm really not one to argue, but I too was surprised at his findings. I bought the 75756 and so far I love it! The My Ride suspension has made the world of difference in my comfort for mowing an extremely rough yard. The cut quality is superb, and so far, I'm am over the moon with this mower! Time will tell about the longevity but everything I'm reading tells me this machine should do me well for years to come.
@@mikesbikechannel4387as a person looking at a future purchase, I appreciate you and @Mechanical_Mind having a back and forth. Not all people have the same experiences. I'm looking at the Torro 42" due to obstacles in the yard, but the husky has my attention as well. I now have a better mindset for what to look for. Thanks gentlemen! Cheers 🍻
Great comparison! I was undecided between the cub cadet and the husqvarna. I went with the husky z248f, caught it on sale for $3249. This video made me more comfortable with my decision. Thank you!!
You cant go wrong with a Husqvarna
The newer EZT hydros have optional drain plugs. Their easier to drain and refill. So, it's sorta serviceable.
I was happy to hear about that, but it is an OEM option. Most OEMs are not opting for it. However, if there is a boss left in the casting, you could add your own.
VERY good content, thank you for making this!
mechanical mind- how is the comfort when riding/cutting/in actual use? are you able to try some? really interested in comfort more than anything per spiinal issues. thanks.
Damn dude, did you run over your puppy with a Toro? The my ride system of the Toro alone kills all the ones you showed.
That and the Kawasaki engine are precisely why I bought mine, they are big time difference makers. They cost about $400 more than comparable mowers, but the suspension is priceless if you have a large yard.
I have an extremely used 12-year-old Husquvarna RZ 5424 and the Cub Cadet will be the only non-Husquvarna mower I will even consider to replace it.
I like the reviews that you do. I was wondering if you ever had a look at the Simplicity line of zero turn mower? And if so what are your options on them? And again keep up the reviews. 🍻
Was going to buy a new Toro, changed my mind.
Need a part 5!
I plan to cover Hustler and Kubota next for the final ones in the below $4k range.
Husqavarna hard to beat have owned two of them
anxious to hear review on riding mowers, JD & Huskvarna
Great review video on these mowers 👍👌
Club Cadet certainly is winning the battle of a $4000 or less budget.
Toro is definitely sleeping on the residential zero turns 😂
I will say that the Commercial grade Toros are impressive. John Deere is the same way. They make really good high end equipment. They don't focus much on the lower end residential stuff.
It’s a shame that Toros quality has gone downhill, they used to be decent. And it’s not just their residential zero turns, the quality of their equipment all across the board has gone down. I bought a super recycler with a Honda engine a couple years ago and it’s been great. It’s a shame that MTD cub cadets are now built better. Have you looked at Hustler yet? I didn’t see a video but I may have missed it.
I have not done a video on Hustler yet. I need to find a decent Hustler dealership that isnt 2 hours away. The closest one is an hour away and its a hole in the wall place
John Deere is the best z370R
I'm not sure what I missed in the other videos so I guess I have to go back but how did the cub cadet end up over all the others from the other videos? Definitely seemed like the Bad Boy, Scag, and a few others not only objectively beat it in certain critical categories, but seemed like you liked them more based on your own statements as well.
So far Ive only Ive only compared the residential zero turn options around the $3500 price point. Here is the video where I go over the cub cadet. th-cam.com/video/a0TkSzqnCSc/w-d-xo.html. I'll be honest right now Id have to look at my notes and maybe rewatch my own video because I cant remember why I the CubCadet came out on top. I broke down the points comparing the brands at the end of video to give a total score. *Sorry for the voice over editing issue the CubCadet video has near the end*
Soon I plan to do comparisons on the higher priced models and also riding lawn tractors. Ive just been super busy with work and my side business which kinda links to up with these video topics.
I do like the Bad Boys and the Scag machines. I think Bad Boy, Scag, Cib Cadet and Husqvarna have the best residental zero turns in the $3k- $4k range.
mechanical mind- question- have you compared or done a video/s on zturns with steering wheels? not many models to choose from. curious. they look great/fun, like a go kart. thanks.
I'm with ya on the sloppy wiring.
Brilliant!
so do you think cub cadets steering wheel zero turn would be a good option? i was looking at the ultima ztxs4 48 or 54 inch deck, this will be used to replace my john deere d140. or should i stick with a regular riding mower? i guess ill wait for your regular riding mower videos to come out. i do plan on going to dealer instead of box store to pick my mower
Ive never driven one of those zero turns with a steering wheel yet. I will be delivering some of my racks next week to a dealer that sellls those. I will seenif they will let me drivenamd test one.
I used to prefer a lawn tractor until I got my Husqvarna compact 30" zero turn. Its so fast Im looking for opportunities to use it. I was going buy a new mower now it would be either Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 or if I had the $ the Husqvarna Xcite 350
The steering wheel models are geared more for hilly terrain, especially slopes. Both front wheels are linked, so less slipping on banks.
Hey mate. Could you do a video or recommend what you think is the best 42" (ballpark) riding mower/lawn tractor? ive got steep hills so zero turn probably not great for me. Currently using a john deere d105 and ive gotta bang the deck straight at least once a year. the deck is just crap on it.
I prefer lawn tractors myself. So far out of the major brands Ive seen Husqvarna and Cub Cadet have the best decks on their residential lawn tractors. I do plan to do videos on that topic. Until I get to inspect them up close and in detail Im not sure which of those two Id choose. I have owned Husqvarnas before and I have never been disappointed with them.
@@Mechanical_Mind Cool man. Thanks for the quick reply and I look forward to that video whenever you get around to making it. Not going to buy one until this guy bites the dust or I lose my mind beating the deck straight getting eaten alive by mosquitos. love your channel.
The cast iron blade spindles on the Husky are just going to rust like hell.
Koehler 7000 series24 hp. Good engine?
Just sub, really good vids. Wonder if I could get your opinion going to buy new riding mower to replace old craftsman. Deciding between John deer s130 or craftsman t2400 which looks identical to cub cadet but none available here where I live. Price difference is only about 100 bucks at Lowe’s , checked John deer dealer but no 130 available. Thanks
Try to get a warranty claim on a lifetime deck. Get ready to wrestle.
I can't find those others in a 34" cutting deck. I don't want a 42 it's too big. I'll maybe consider a 36" Toro has that 34" deck and that's the one I'm leaning toward. The smaller tires don't bother me, but it would be nice to be able to lift up the plate to inspect the belts. Also I would like to be able to service the transmission, or at least replace them cheap and easy. That seems to be what always goes bad on those zero turn mowers. A deck can be fixed or replaced so the thin steel don't so much bother me.
I'm gonna subscribe and request that you do a video on the smaller zero turn mowers that can get into the tight spaces. I'll be pushing the button on a new mower beginning of next month.
Hey @flyone8350, thanks for Subscribing. Its funny you mention wanting a smaller width zero turn. I just was working on a Husqvarna RZ3016 that has a 30" deck. I like it so much I made an offer to buy from my customer. They do not make that model anymore but Hustler does make some 34" residential zero turns. I plan to make a video on Hustlers mowers soon. They do make some nice mowers.
www.hustlerturf.com/products/dash-xd
Before pulling the trigger on the Toro Id take a look at the Hustler Dash XD. They start at $3649 and you can get a 34" deck with a Kawasaki engine.
The regular Hustler Dash is $3099 with a 10.5 Briggs.
I'm trying to decide between the Z242F or the Bad Boy MZ Rambler Briggs and Stratton. I'm not cutting a lot around .35 acres. What do you think?
Thats a good comparison. Id go with the Bad Boy MZ Rambler. It has a thicker (7 gauge) deck and 5 gallon fuel tank compared to the Z242F's 10 guage deck and 3.5 gallon tank. So many act like B&S engines are junk and act like Kawaski and Kohler are superior. As a mechinac I see issues among Kawasaki and Kohler engines also more than Briggs. But thats just my experience so its anecdotal.
@@Mechanical_Mind I appreciate you responding. I'm new to the zero turn game
Easy choice. Stay away from Bad Girl. They have the crummiest warranty in the industry. Puny 2 year. Turd!
@@Mechanical_MindBad Girl has the worst warranty in he industry
Huskys made in South Carolina and for one more Year anyways Arkansas. Big War between Sweden and Austria in the World of dirt bikes Husky versus Stihl as with everything else. Surprised to see Toro sucking wind. Big War en route for Zero Turn plus finishing mower plus now twin tire Wars Ventrac vs Steiner vs Husky as well actually (R220T) so interesting to hear your take as Husky, John Deere and Toro really setting up for a big throwdown 2024 Calendar Year with Ventrac always lurking around.
That dealer ain't gonna like you bad mouthing those Toro turds. Lol weeeee
Do you have a video on the John Deere z330m..?? To compare it to the Husky
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Go look and decide for yourself. I looked and nothing came close to the Ariens and Gravely brands.
What do you think puts the cub above the Ikon?
Hi Kaycee, Id say the 3 main things are Price, warranty and frame. The Ikon models that have line up with the Ultima ZT1 and have the same engine (Kawasaki FR691V) are several hundred dollars more. They have the same cut speed, same hydros, clutch and both have 11 ga fabricated decks. The Cub Cadet has a 3 yr unlimited hours warranty vs 3 yr 300 hrs. But the cub cadet has a lifetime limited warranty in the deck and frame.
I also like the Cub Cadets frame with protection bars around the engine.
The lower priced Ariens models that match the Cub Cadet price have smaller engines slower speeds and smaller tires and shorter warranties.
Had some experience with the smaller Husqvarna's? They are pretty reliable, besides the tensioner bearings will seize up over time?
I personally have a vendetta against Toro, but I will call you out as unfair. You compared the quality Husqvarna sold by a good company verses the sh!+ grade that ALL mower companies supply to big box stores. The Huskies at Lowes Tractor Depot are just as cheaply built.
Still, don't buy Toro!
And buy from a local merchant that services your new mower!
Fair enough 🤣. But I was comparing the models based on price point. I have several other videos covering other brands. Neither Husqvarna or Toro were my top pick for the $3500-$4000 price range
DON’T buy the F,fabricated deck,I own one it literally takes me longer to clean out under it,honest to God the hardest deck to clean I ever saw,get the stamped deck
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