I’m glad they replaced the motor. There is nothing worse than this happening. Keep up the good work;). People watch these if u get a tripod and show your work.
@@coconutjo9780did sharpening the blades help it cut better? I was looking to get the ZT1 46” due to all the hills and trees in my yard. Semper Fidelis, Brother.
Sorry you’re having such bad luck with yours. My cub cadet has been good for me. Actually better than I had expected.No issues whatsoever. Have you had anymore issues since u got it back?
That’s great! I was thinking and hoping that I would have the same testimony after 3 years but sadly that was not my outcome. Solid build and frame but
That’s awesome! I wanted to have the same testimony but that wasn’t the case, I was very disappointed. Kawasaki did eventually install a new engine but 2 years later I’m still waiting on Cub to send me a check for $100 to partially cover my rental expenses. Best Wishes with yours, I hope it works well for many years to come!! Thanks for your comment!
I have a Cub Cadet RZT 42 inch with a Honda engine. It has been trouble free. Kawasaki makes good engines too. You just got a lemon. I am glad that Kawasaki stepped up and treated you right! Good luck!
I hate that it was in the shop for longer than it worked somewhat right but I’ll give props to Kawasaki for stepping up with the new engine at 0 cost! Thanks for watching!!
Dang now that is a tale of woe my friend. I feel terrible for you. I’m just about to receive a new ZT1 50” in a couple of days from Home Depot delivery. I pray it’s not a lemon like yours was. But I thank you very very much for making this video, I like your easy-going and honest and real style - I’m gonna subscribe right now. Aloha from Hawaii!
@@kaliko70 Aloha friend!! Those ZT1s had very good when I was looking, I hope you have the best of luck with it and many years!! Test it out good in the first 28 day, I think HD will let you return without any questions. Peace and blessings!!
@@coconutjo9780Mahalo (thank you) for your kind reply. I still can’t help but think that perhaps the Home Depot guys must’ve assembled the deck poorly, which is why it was getting such a bad cut. Iʻm going to give mine a really good once-over before I even run it just to make sure everything‘s tight and set. What mower did you end up getting to do the ZT1-50ʻs intended jobs and how did that turn out? Aloha.
The Deck is the first thing to look at. Thickness and how the Deck is supsended for leveling. Glad to read your Cadet is back home. Enjoyed your content
I'm sorry you had a bad experience with your mower. I'm sure it won't make you feel any better about it, but for the benefit of others with earlier comments expressing concern their experience may also be eventually negative, I will offer mine. I purchased the exact same model (Home Depot) spring 2023 to replace a 42" cut Craftsman (made by Cub Cadet) lawn tractor that wasn't really a good match for the bigger lawn at my new home. I mowed my "new" 1.5 acre lawn 37 times that entire summer and into the fall and so far nine times this year with no significant issues at all. The Kawasaki engine is impressive, it cuts well, and it's easy to handle and service. I wish it had an hour meter like my Craftsman did, but it's not hard to keep notes on things, so that's not a big deal. All in all, I'm totally pleased with it. I'd recommend one to my best friend, and I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
That’s great that it’s going good for you and for me it’s all good! You win some You lose some but it’s all about how one responds to the adversities! Man, 37 times in one calendar year, you must about every 4-5 days or live around South Florida lol! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!!
I picked up my ZT1-50 at Home Depot in spring '23 also, my first Zero Turn, primarily because of the Kawa engine. Added an optional hour meter that Cub Cadet sells for retrofit, so there's that. Still on the learning curve. I've now added the seat-spring mod available for about $200, and plan to add a back&forth seat adjustment, and maybe arm rests. ZT1 hydro trannies are designed to be non-serviceable at the owner level (you gotta go to a ZT2 to get that feature), but there are TH-cam videos on how to do that as a DIY. My wife loves it.
Thanks for watching. Cub does have some of the highest ratings for residential movers, maybe I just got a dud. Whatever you get make sure it has a great return policy for 30 days or so and use it as much as you want to make sure it lives up to what you’re paying for! And a good engine or drivetrain warranty. Kawasaki did finally replace the engine $0. Good luck!
You got a lemon. My ZT1 54" with the 24HP Kohler is fantastic. Good to hear that the Kawa folks are trying to make it right for you. Thank you for your service. Semper Fi.
Thanks! Semper Fi! The shop said mine was probably assembled on a Monday or Friday lol. But around 4 months to get it back. Oh well, it’s going up for sale now. Thanks for watching!!
My neighbor bought at the end of last season. His wife is not happy with the cut. She said the Snapper ZTR they had before cut better. I have a Husqvarna z254f. When the grass is tall, I make the first pass on the high setting. The second pass on two or three. On the first pass I see weeds that are partially cut. The second pass usually take care of those. Are these weekly cuts you are doing? Most of mine are bi-weekly.
I agree with you. I bought a new cub xt2 think it was a little over 3000. Bought may of 2023. Less than 10 hours and having trouble backing up so slow I can’t get in my garage. Was told by local cub dealer to blow out under deck. Well that is a pain I am almost 80 years old and don’t want to get down on the ground to blow ipout grass every time I mow. By the way the grass is not wet or damp. Not sure what to do. Very frustrated. If I tradecitvwhat brand to I get and I am sire I will lose over $100
That’s very unfortunate and I know it is extremely frustrating! Everyone always say to go with the more expensive commercial type mowers but for personal usage I’d probably go with Toro or John Deer if you have a dealership close to you. Good luck! I lost out around $1000.
Get a Bad Boy Maverick or better, do a check to make sure all the screws and bolts are tight (common issue), and enjoy. You already got a taste of the Bad Boy quality. The strongest made decks is what sold me. I've done commercial mowing for 24 years. The decks don't bend when you hit something like the exmarks do and the blades don't bend hitting hidden roots like the Husqvarnas do. I've hit cement that was hidden in the grass, but sticking up enough to hit, with exmark and have had to bend the deck back out away from the blades. I've also hit cypress trees knobs with Husqvarna and had to go buy new blades. I've ran my Bad Boy into a chunk of cement and only chipped the paint. Ran over 2-3" thick sticks and pulverized them. These Bad Boys are tougher for sure, but are still assembled by typical people. So inspect the screws and bolts cause sometimes they forget to go back and tighten. Starting my third season with my Bad Boy doing 32 yards. Found 3 bolts loose when I first got it. Tightened those bolts up, keep up with routine maintenance and has been a better investment for me than the exmarks were for my ex-boss😅.
@@coconutjo9780 my ex-boss got a Bad Boy outlaw after I quit. He said he couldn't keep the Exmarks going. But I think it's funny how he bought second hand equipment and always expected me to be a mechanic and labor hand to keep them going and getting the work done.
Big box store mowers are just that . Buying from an actual dealer that has a shop gets my vote all day long. Cub cadet paid good money to get the reviews they did
It seems like they did! I loved the build quality of my ZT1 50 but a terrible uneven cut from the start and then a blown motor within a few months! Smh
I won a zt 54” in a raffle drawing last year and it has been a good one so far. The only thing I’ve ever won in my life and I’m happy with mine so far. It has the Koehler engine and the fabricated deck. I wouldn’t have bought one myself. I gave my old 30” rear engine to my son when I got this cub cadet. It’s way larger than I actually needed but I can cut my yard in less than 10 minutes with it so I can’t complain lol
Did you replace the stock blade when you got it and make it nice and sharp? Blade speed is relative, the blade is what creates air lift and blows it out the shoot. Blades make more of a difference than the deck. I had no issues after installing 8Ten blades on my LAWA ZT1 and I've been mowing like 30 inch high natural prairie grass that's never been mowed. It takes a few extra passes but that's expected. Mowing my planted Kentucky Bluegrass lawn, it's perfect. That was the first thing I did. Then removed the pully guards.
@@kennycook-uy8hv Kawasaki finally replaced the engine, then I sold it the following week. If I ever get another I’m thinking of JD as my first option! Thanks for watching and for your comments!! Best wishes and long life for your Deere!
You just got a lemon my man. Been in manufacturing all my life and now retired and trust me if one can find out what day a product is made during the week you can save yourself a ton of problems. Yes I said what day of the week and the best day things get built are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays are ok but Mondays and Fridays are not for obvious reasons.
Oh Crap! I just bought one of these, only 42" deck, but it cuts great so far! I did put an hour meter on it, but it was discounted to $2400. Only have 8 hrs on it cause it's hotter than Hades right now and nothing has grown in a week! Brown yards for as far as you can see! Hope it's better for you now!
I heard that there’s a major early heatwave going in the states right now. The Cub that I bought had great reviews, so I hope your experience is the total opposite of mine!! Best wishes and stay hydrated!!!
Had my 54' ZT1 since November 2020 and only thing happened to me was the oil was leaking out and lost speed movement power. I changed the oil and new oil filter and its been good. This was the month of May. Now its June 28, 2023.
I got a gravely hd 52 with a Kohler 25 horse and the cut is really clean and has more than enough power and is built like a tank. I cut roughly 10 acres between my 3 properties and I am beyond pleased with it
@Coconut Jo I went to a dealer and you can find the good used ones for half off dang near only a hundred hours but the HD series is the entry level more less with commercial grade rear end and other components without getting the commercial level. If that makes sense but I could send some picks of where I mowed my grandparents rental house that was neglected it was a hay field it seemed like and dang near one pass was a clean cut had to go over another time just to get a few stragglers and spread all the clippings
I have the same mower for 6 seasons with over 120 hours on it and have had zero problems! It cuts fine and has an hour meter. I can’t figure out why your mower cuts poorly unless there is a problem with one of the spindles or blades!
I have a zt1-42 and a zt2-50. Both have been great machines. Did you get yours at a dealer or a big box store? I buy at a dealer so I get better service if I need it.
July 24 2023 just purchased zero turn CadeT Ultima ZT1 50 inch deck with steering wheel and 23 hp Kohler and it’s phenomenal machine. I have 35 degree slopes on 15.5 acres of Brush and tall 5’ grass and it’s a goat up, down, sideways and never quits. Steering wheel activates rear traction easing maneuvering Sorry you had a problem but I’ve tried them all and Cadet rules!
That thing sounds amazing!!! I see it’s brand spanking new, I would be interested in a review or update after a year or two. Thanks for your comment and for watching! And best wishes!!
I have a 2022 zt1 54 it cuts amazong leaves awesome beautiful stripes and leaves no grass standing, i have the kohler 7000 series easy to maintain, im wondering if you have a deck leveling issue thats causing that, your mower should mow circles around yoir neighborhood
I expected to have the same experience that you are having and to cut at least as good as my old neighbor’s. I could have been an deck issue but I’m not sure why the Kawasaki engine detonated with less 20 hours.
That’s great! I hear Hustlers are great machines! My Cub that I had was disappointing. Outside of the Kawasaki engine failure, the cut was horrible, even with good blades.
I feel your pain! I bought one on Sunday and returned it on Monday. It cut like crap and it was really loud. Also it kept pulling to the left no matter what i did.
I just bought one yesterday. It’s already in scraping the bottom of the barrel condition aesthetically. Brand new from the home Dumpot. It’s the last 50 they have for the year. My wife got involved. I was going to get the 60. It looked great (the 60 did). But I just said all of that because I’m just not a complainer either. I generally keep tools that perform subpar and just upgrade. But this purchase is too much to not be satisfied. I’ll give it right back to them this time. Right after I get all these leaves up in October and November. Ayche, I want a grasshopper anyway.
😅 I have a ZT1 50INCH rides good cut good. Only recommendation is when cutting high blades of grass doing commercial work, you will have some blades so long they will lay down close to the ground. When you see blades sticking back up, go in reverse to catch it at the top. If it's not riding fast enough, adjust your governor 😂
I have a cub cadet Zt1 mower that I enjoy using I just wish it was faster. I mow about 5 acres a week with it just my personal property. It’s really asking a lot from it. These are not commercial zero turns and it always makes me chuckle when people buy them to mow several lawns and aren’t happy with them. I’m currently looking to sell mine for a new scag or spartan, just because they will mow twice as quickly saving me time and cutting my hour usage. For the small home owner these Zt1 mowers are a great cost affordable option but definitely should not be used in any type of business setting.
I totally understand. I bought it to cut my personal 3 leveled acres which isn’t a problem for a mower ZT1 “if everything works as it should”. Best wishes on the sell and future purchase!!
My experience with Kohler was disgusting. Fortunately, the retailer stepped in and took the mower back. This was a Cub Cadet XT1. I bought my Husqvarna from the same dealer.
@@coconutjo9780 So far the Husqvarna has been much better. A couple of minor issues. Both covered under warranty. I did upgrade to a commercial Donaldson air filter. With all the dust here in southwestern Louisiana, it is a must have.
I got a 21 in Toro walk-behind self-propelled had it for 3 years now always starts on the first or second. I have the oil overfilled. Bought a 54-in Cub Cadet a week ago and I noticed I had to cut it twice because it left a lot of grass clippings but it looks beautiful after its cut with beautiful lines
Do you still have your Cub, I think I may have found the problem, I used to be a welder and a Fab guy on train cars. I think its the Deck ( Underneath) they have metal welded all except for where the 3 blades are. But are you still having any issues with your Cub, I just bought 1 and IM NOT HAPPY WITH THE CUTS. 2 OR 3 Times to go over is NOT OK, !!!
I like my cub cadet 50 in deck zero turn with a steering wheel. But 1 thing I heard you say was the way yours cuts. When I picked mine up at the dealer they made mentioned about the deck in how they set it up to cut. Level may be ok. But you want it too be slightly lower in the front to get the best cut. If its slightly lower in the back you will need to cut a second time cause it wont cut all the grass like it should. They set it all up for me before I got there to pick it up. But like you I seen all the reviews out there on the cub cadet zero turn and every one was good. But when you said how yours cut I had the light bulb go off in my head. Maybe this helps you if your still have it. And a BIG THANK YOU for your SERVICE.
Thanks for your response and insight! This is the first time I’ve heard anyone mention this, and of course at the big box stores they are pretty much just cashiers to what people want to buy. I’ve heard people mention to make sure the deck is properly set, which the shop said that it was good but the cut quality was still the same after the shop replaced the engine. The blades were sharpened as well. Although I sold it back in October It still baffles me today!
I just got my mower yesterday. Thats why it is still fresh in the old memory bank lol. I had seen in one of the you tube videos where one guy mentioned to let some air out of the rear tires to help in damping the ride a bit. Like a pound or two just so on a rough yard doesnt beat you up. When I told this to the salesman at the dealer he mentioned that the mower was set up with everything set to mow correct. The deck set right along with the air presser in the tires. I cant say hes right or wrong but makes some sense. Like letting more air out of one rear tire then the other would cause the mower to mow uneven. This is what he told me. Just pasting this on. I seen where you dont have it any more but maybe down the road it may come in handy again enjoy this veterns day weekend and thank you for your service.
Thanks for this comment. I used one today for the first time by a friend and noticed that I had to go over the same area twice to get it to cut. I’ll check the level of the blade and tire pressure next time I use it.
Just curious now how you feel about it. I just bought the same mower you have and mowed with it for the first time today. My old Cub Cadet lasted 19 yrs. and I would still be mowing with it if the rear hydraulic hadn't failed to the point of not me being able to finish mowing my yard. Hope I don't have the problems you had.
I sold it shortly after they replaced the engine. The cut quality was still horrendous but hopefully there was an easy fix for that. I loved the sturdy build, the big tires and head lights. A hour meter would’ve been a nice standard feature. I hope your cub serves you well!! Thanks for watching!
I've own three cub cadet rzt and two tanks , all of them have been very reliable . no issues with the rzt, my first tank commercial lasted 11 years,the second is 8 years with a fuel delivery problem as the tanks get low ,but very reliable. kawasaki engine has been very good
@@jamesjohnson7720 I think I probably got a dude or one built on a Friday. I performed a lot research before deciding to go with a Cub but things happen sometimes.
I bought a new cub cadet 54 inch bogs down when the pto is engaged dealer puts a battery on it and said it was fixed bring it home and same issue so disappointed in cub cadet going to take it back and try again my last cub cadèt
thats the problem with big box stores. warranty work is terrible and long wait times. a local dealer would've had your mower ready 3 weeks at the latest
@@donniechilton1582 I understand but this was rated to cut between 5-10 acres per week and I was only cutting around 2 leveled acres per which shouldn’t have been a problem at for it. I now have an older 50 troy bilt that has been cutting the same two acres without any issues.
@Coconut Jo Thanks. I went to local JD yesterday here in Jacksonville. I think that is what I am going with also. I only have an acre so looking at the 42 or 48 zero turn.
@Coconut Jo ok thank you for the heads up. I definitely know I want to stay away from the single cylinder Briggs and Stratton. Been looking at the 48 in Z330R with Kawasaki engine. Not sure yet.
Your right things go wrong sometimes with mowers. Thanks for showing and telling go eat and have a great day, cause that’s what’s best even when bad things happen. Don’t know when but I am going to buy my first zero turn. and I was in the ARMY and I am 66 years old bad luck with jobs. but thankful for what I do got, so thank of the good not bad. Don’t put to much on the table cause you’re better off thanks for telling showing see ya next time see ya bye.
What each distributor should do before they send a rider out the door is “Level” the deck. There’s a big reason why many mower owners have some problems. It doesn’t take much, and it’s easy to do. Sometimes what looks like a deal isn’t, because blades are just crap compared to higher priced machines. I’ve had a Kioti 54” and have 160 hrs on it and only sharpened the blades Once, and it cuts perfect. Even going thru 8” + grass. One trick is Lots of RPM’s. One more thing, there’s not one zero turn that gets great gas mileage. They all like the gas. Just something you deal with to use those machines.
Thanks for the comment. I didn’t have a problem with the gas mileage but a leveled deck and a great cut is what I expected from a brand new mower. I’ve never heard of Kioti before.
I've got a ZT1 42" cub with 8 hours on it. It runs great and cuts great. Only issue I had was they ship it to you on a crate. Unfortunately for me, the person who boxed her in the crate put a staple through the rear right tire. Needless to say, cub shipped me a new tire, and I had to pay the mounting fee. Other than that, great ZT.
@@jay784us2 that’s a little unfortunate but it could’ve worse. Cub has very good reviews for the most part and I hope you have good luck with it for many years to come! Was the meter a plug and play situation? Thanks for sharing your experience!
@@coconutjo9780 Yes, the hour meter was very easy to install and plug and play. Cub already has the connection for the meter installed, they should just manufacture it installed and charge the difference IMO. There are videos on TH-cam to help if needed.
@@jaymeyers950 I was told that the Kawasaki engine was a little bit better but I see quite a few of the kohler engines performing well. Best wishes with yours!!
Dig your vid...sorry you had to go though that sir....I still want one, I'm 63 on disability and my wife has stage 4 lung cancer but I have to make some money some how, I can sit good so why not mow right? I love to mow and the Cub is the only one I can afford right now, I will get it and make some vids too if they don't knock me off my disability for doing it.
I bought a Cub Cadet ZT2 54 brand new and after 20 hours it was cutting the same way you described…..I took it in and the dealer told me the deck was too dirty underneath and the blades were dull…I was also hearing a grinding noise in the left spindle. The dealer claimed nothing was wrong and sent me on my way. However I have not heard the grinding since. I believe the changed the spindle but didn’t want to tell me because I told them it being dirty was bull. I still have small problems with the cut but nothing like before. I hope this helps.
I had a 3 stage cub cadet snowblower and it was horrible. I broke at least one shear pin on the auger every time i used it. The unit was poorly designed. Customer service suggested i go slower or use it on lighter snow, imagine that? I would never buy a cub cadet anything anymore.
If you compare what you get from Cub Cadet and John Deere vs other companies like Ariens/Gravely, Bad Boy, Simplicity, Husqvarna, you get much more like fabricated decks for the same price. With Cub, you get a stamped deck with an almost $4,000 investment. It’s insane!
@@coconutjo9780 thank you and I also tip well when I don’t get good service. I’m glad you said that in the video as it baffles my wife. Any idea why I’m getting a minute or so of oil smoke when I first start it , my oil level is perfect
@@coconutjo9780 yes they do 4 years 0 interest have the Kawasaki engines idk @coconut jo I been working for company's running Exmark my entire career that's what I want but there double the $$$ are u feeling any better about ur Cub?
APPRECIATE YOUR VIDEO. TRY USING AN X-BLADE SET UP. USED A HIGH LIFT WITH A GATOR BLADE. MY CUB IS 28 YEARS OLD... DON'T MAKE THEM LIKE THE USE TO. 2165 BRIGGS AND 2185 KOHLER. GOOD LUCK AND THANKS AGAIN.
Thanks for the advice. I sold the cub but you’re right they don’t make nearly anything like they used to!! My parents neighbor has a 46 inch Toro timecutter that’s around 20 years old and it’s still out there slanging grass and producing a beautiful yard. Wow 28 years 🫡
One of the reasons why that Moore is leaving grass clippings everywhere is because you bought a residential more and club cadet is not a very good mower. I wouldn't recommend them and particularly for commercial use. They don't have our meters on them. You don't know when the service them. You would have been better off to purchase a Husqvarna which is an excellent mower, but I just purchased a new John Deere and I said that I wouldn't. They're expensive but they're worth the money they have. A on demand mulching kit. They have blowers on them. They're not cheap but they do a beautiful cut.
I purchased the 50 cub only to cut my own personal yards. It should’ve been no problems for it to only 1 yard per day. I’m thinking about JD if there’s a next time, they have a dealership 5 miles from me. I mean where I was.
I received my first Cub Cadet mower today. I was missing the hardware to attach the steering wheel, but that was not important. I start the pto/blades and hear bad noises everywhere... 1 of the blades was hitting the fabricated deck. ZTS1-46". I removed the deck and inspected everything I could see, it all looked good. I took out the die-grinder and took 1/8" off both sides of the blade that was hitting. I hope this is the only repair... Not a great start to what I thought was a premium residential mower.
Deck size doesn’t make it commercial grade bud. The build quality and motor along with hydros are what make it commercial grade. A residential has smaller engines and hydro pumps on it compared to a commercial grade mower. There’s commercial mowers with 38” decks but it’s all beefed up with a big heavy duty motor and pumps along with a super sturdy frame. That mower you got probably got cheaped out on when building or just a bad batch came out. I’ve personally had a exmark laxer z that ran without any issues for years then got a brand new laser z with red tech and had nothing but problems with it so the dealer swapped it out for another mower, exact same model and year but a bit older from the time it was built and it hasn’t gave me a single problem since we left the dealer. So probably just a bad batch of mowers that I had bought one out of but still a great company to work with
Your better off getting a cub with steering wheel and older the newer ones are nice but they build them to fast they will have issues no mower is perfect
That would definitely be irritating to get a brand-new mower and it leaving streaks! The Kawasaki engine is usually a reliable engine so you are really having some bad luck ,hopefully things improve quickly for you
My 2004 Cub Cadet ZTR (22 HP Briggs) always left streaks from the middle blade any time the RPMs and blade top speeds dropped even slightly. Even if blades were freshly sharpened, didn't matter. Had that mower 15 years and hated every minute of ownership. It seemed so underpowered. We bought a good used 60" Dixie Chopper Classic with under 200 hours. That mower does everything well, including shredding leaves in the fall into leaf powder. We took our time to find a good used commercial mower instead of buying a new residential ZTR. For us that was a better choice than any new model we could find on the market, when we finally grew weary of the Cub's misgivings.
You need to call cub dealer. I would never buy a residential more for cutting yards for a living. My Hustler fasttreck has a 3 year warranty on the engine and 4 year warranty on the mower. 7916.00 out the door. It's a commercial mower. cutting grass is a pleasure doing. I would never buy from a box store. Buy from a dealership man.
@@coconutjo9780 the cub most likely has ZT 2800 hydro transmissions. You need at leat ZT 3200 hydro transmissions. Glad they replaced the engine for you. Just wondering did you change the engine oil after the first 5 hours. That is break in oil from the manufacturer. It's not intended to run past 5 hours.
@@coconutjo9780 what power setting was you running your engine on while cutting grass. And what kind of blades are you using. And what was the verdict on the reason the engine went bad. Did it throw a rod or ring failure. Kawasaki has a 3 year warranty. They are very good engine's. I have a ft691v 22 hp on my Hustler Fas trak 54 with ZT 3200 hydro transmissions. That is a 2000.00 dollar engine. It's has vortices induction system. I can cut 2 acres with around 2 gallons or less fuel. Not trying to sale you a Hustler because Bad Boy sales great mowers for the money. I've noticed that the Maverick hd looks really good. It's built like a tank for under 7000.00.
@@coconutjo9780 many I'm just the most luckiest dude on the planet , but I have never had a engine go bad. No matter what brand. Kawasaki, Briggs,Tecumseh,onan. I have a 35 year old craftsman gt6000 with 20 hp onan. I just keep the air filter clean and oil changed. I was using it to cut my yard until I got my Hustler Fas trak 54. I will never go back to using a regular mower. A O turn from now on.
worst product I have ever bought, spend 4000 on a new mower and it's in the shop constantly. 700 dollars damage from a walnut to the arbor, blade and deck even bent....yes from a walnut. if you don't have a lawn like Mike Brady this is not a mower you can trust
I got the SAME mower , started a small buz. With lawn care. And im NOT happy with how it cuts Either. But i think i know the Problem, im going to take the Deck off and im going to Cut out Alot of the BS metal they have under the deck, its only open for the 3 blades. And it has all the other Space with Metal that can and Does, fold grass and it doesnt get into the blades. So im going to OPEN up the Under Deck. And im going to send you a review of how it cuts After. But i now know why it spits out SO MUCH GRASS AND CLUMPS UP, idk why Cub thinks this is a good design, but its why they dont cut like a John Deer. Or Toro. Or like the More expensive Mowers. Its all in how the deck is made UNDER , i will be cutting out metal, and if i have to weld some metal in the inside to keep it strong i will , but i agree with yout video 100% im not happy with my cuts either. compared to other lawn mowers from the neighbors , im same boat as you, !!! But question i have for you, what mower did you end up with and do OTHER Mowers put down a better cut without So much clippings ???? Ty sir , 👍🍻
If I was using it to make money “commercially”, I would have to look at something like that. I live out of the U.S. now though. Thanks for watching and for your suggestion!
I’m not sure if the warranty states anything about “commercial” use, but I personally own the 8 properties that I was cutting and no others. Vacant lots 👌👍. Even if used commercially I would expect that it should go well over a handful of hours without any issues, and talking about cutting regular residential yards nothing crazy. Thanks for watching and your comment!
I got acub zt54 it is a piece of crap, same problem not mowing well one of the hydrostatic had the seals leaking, it's trash n they won't take it back!! Red line had it all summer I'm pissed!!!
Update: Kawasaki agreed to put a new engine on it and they did and it’s back home.
I’m glad they replaced the motor. There is nothing worse than this happening. Keep up the good work;). People watch these if u get a tripod and show your work.
@@kabooomkal thanks!
@@coconutjo9780did sharpening the blades help it cut better? I was looking to get the ZT1 46” due to all the hills and trees in my yard. Semper Fidelis, Brother.
@@HoldFastAndStoic Sadly There was no change In the cut quality after there were sharpened. Semper Fi
Sorry you’re having such bad luck with yours. My cub cadet has been good for me. Actually better than I had expected.No issues whatsoever. Have you had anymore issues since u got it back?
I have had my ZT1 42” going on three years and it cuts fantastic and has never given me any issues whatsoever.
That’s great! I was thinking and hoping that I would have the same testimony after 3 years but sadly that was not my outcome. Solid build and frame but
@@coconutjo9780 did the shop find any problem with the deck or blades? Seems like you just got one built on a Friday.
@@davidquinn9676 I didn’t tell them about the cut quality, I was too distraught with the bad engine lol 😞!!
I just bought a 42 as well. Cuts great.
I have the same ZT1 with Kawasaki engine... running strong 4 years straight. Bought it for the Kawasaki. Has not disappointed.
That’s awesome! I wanted to have the same testimony but that wasn’t the case, I was very disappointed. Kawasaki did eventually install a new engine but 2 years later I’m still waiting on Cub to send me a check for $100 to partially cover my rental expenses. Best Wishes with yours, I hope it works well for many years to come!! Thanks for your comment!
Bought a cub that was sitting outside for 5 yrs. Emptied all fluids and new plug stated right up. Still running strong 4yrs later. Kawasaki!!
That’s AWESOME!! I love stories like this! Thanks for sharing your experience and for your comment!
I have a Cub Cadet RZT 42 inch with a Honda engine. It has been trouble free. Kawasaki makes good engines too. You just got a lemon. I am glad that Kawasaki stepped up and treated you right! Good luck!
I hate that it was in the shop for longer than it worked somewhat right but I’ll give props to Kawasaki for stepping up with the new engine at 0 cost!
Thanks for watching!!
Dang now that is a tale of woe my friend. I feel terrible for you. I’m just about to receive a new ZT1 50” in a couple of days from Home Depot delivery. I pray it’s not a lemon like yours was. But I thank you very very much for making this video, I like your easy-going and honest and real style - I’m gonna subscribe right now. Aloha from Hawaii!
@@kaliko70 Aloha friend!! Those ZT1s had very good when I was looking, I hope you have the best of luck with it and many years!! Test it out good in the first 28 day, I think HD will let you return without any questions. Peace and blessings!!
@@coconutjo9780Mahalo (thank you) for your kind reply. I still can’t help but think that perhaps the Home Depot guys must’ve assembled the deck poorly, which is why it was getting such a bad cut. Iʻm going to give mine a really good once-over before I even run it just to make sure everything‘s tight and set. What mower did you end up getting to do the ZT1-50ʻs intended jobs and how did that turn out? Aloha.
The Deck is the first thing to look at. Thickness and how the Deck is supsended for leveling. Glad to read your Cadet is back home. Enjoyed your content
Thanks for your comment!! The Cub was sold shortly after the new engine was installed.
I'm sorry you had a bad experience with your mower. I'm sure it won't make you feel any better about it, but for the benefit of others with earlier comments expressing concern their experience may also be eventually negative, I will offer mine. I purchased the exact same model (Home Depot) spring 2023 to replace a 42" cut Craftsman (made by Cub Cadet) lawn tractor that wasn't really a good match for the bigger lawn at my new home. I mowed my "new" 1.5 acre lawn 37 times that entire summer and into the fall and so far nine times this year with no significant issues at all. The Kawasaki engine is impressive, it cuts well, and it's easy to handle and service. I wish it had an hour meter like my Craftsman did, but it's not hard to keep notes on things, so that's not a big deal. All in all, I'm totally pleased with it. I'd recommend one to my best friend, and I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
That’s great that it’s going good for you and for me it’s all good! You win some You lose some but it’s all about how one responds to the adversities! Man, 37 times in one calendar year, you must about every 4-5 days or live around South Florida lol! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!!
I picked up my ZT1-50 at Home Depot in spring '23 also, my first Zero Turn, primarily because of the Kawa engine. Added an optional hour meter that Cub Cadet sells for retrofit, so there's that. Still on the learning curve. I've now added the seat-spring mod available for about $200, and plan to add a back&forth seat adjustment, and maybe arm rests. ZT1 hydro trannies are designed to be non-serviceable at the owner level (you gotta go to a ZT2 to get that feature), but there are TH-cam videos on how to do that as a DIY. My wife loves it.
Was looking to get a new mower and 1st zero turn but now I may second guess the Club. Thank you for the info.
Thanks for watching. Cub does have some of the highest ratings for residential movers, maybe I just got a dud. Whatever you get make sure it has a great return policy for 30 days or so and use it as much as you want to make sure it lives up to what you’re paying for! And a good engine or drivetrain warranty. Kawasaki did finally replace the engine $0.
Good luck!
It's a shame when a company won't back you up and take care of the customer. As far as I can see, Cub should replace it.
Cub replaced the engine 100% without any type of money out of my. Well not counting the over $500 of rentals that I had to get.
You got a lemon. My ZT1 54" with the 24HP Kohler is fantastic. Good to hear that the Kawa folks are trying to make it right for you. Thank you for your service. Semper Fi.
Thanks! Semper Fi!
The shop said mine was probably assembled on a Monday or Friday lol. But around 4 months to get it back. Oh well, it’s going up for sale now. Thanks for watching!!
My ZT1 I got used and cuts great, no problems at all. So good product, unfortunately you got some issues.
My neighbor bought at the end of last season. His wife is not happy with the cut. She said the Snapper ZTR they had before cut better. I have a Husqvarna z254f. When the grass is tall, I make the first pass on the high setting. The second pass on two or three. On the first pass I see weeds that are partially cut. The second pass usually take care of those. Are these weekly cuts you are doing? Most of mine are bi-weekly.
@@mikefruge8589 they were bi weekly cuts, but nothing that should’ve caused for multiple cuts for a decent cut.
I agree with you. I bought a new cub xt2 think it was a little over 3000. Bought may of 2023. Less than 10 hours and having trouble backing up so slow I can’t get in my garage. Was told by local cub dealer to blow out under deck. Well that is a pain I am almost 80 years old and don’t want to get down on the ground to blow ipout grass every time I mow. By the way the grass is not wet or damp. Not sure what to do. Very frustrated. If I tradecitvwhat brand to I get and I am sire I will lose over $100
That’s very unfortunate and I know it is extremely frustrating! Everyone always say to go with the more expensive commercial type mowers but for personal usage I’d probably go with Toro or John Deer if you have a dealership close to you.
Good luck! I lost out around $1000.
Get a Bad Boy Maverick or better, do a check to make sure all the screws and bolts are tight (common issue), and enjoy. You already got a taste of the Bad Boy quality. The strongest made decks is what sold me. I've done commercial mowing for 24 years. The decks don't bend when you hit something like the exmarks do and the blades don't bend hitting hidden roots like the Husqvarnas do. I've hit cement that was hidden in the grass, but sticking up enough to hit, with exmark and have had to bend the deck back out away from the blades. I've also hit cypress trees knobs with Husqvarna and had to go buy new blades. I've ran my Bad Boy into a chunk of cement and only chipped the paint. Ran over 2-3" thick sticks and pulverized them. These Bad Boys are tougher for sure, but are still assembled by typical people. So inspect the screws and bolts cause sometimes they forget to go back and tighten. Starting my third season with my Bad Boy doing 32 yards. Found 3 bolts loose when I first got it. Tightened those bolts up, keep up with routine maintenance and has been a better investment for me than the exmarks were for my ex-boss😅.
That last statement, wow!
@@coconutjo9780 my ex-boss got a Bad Boy outlaw after I quit. He said he couldn't keep the Exmarks going. But I think it's funny how he bought second hand equipment and always expected me to be a mechanic and labor hand to keep them going and getting the work done.
Big box store mowers are just that . Buying from an actual dealer that has a shop gets my vote all day long. Cub cadet paid good money to get the reviews they did
It seems like they did! I loved the build quality of my ZT1 50 but a terrible uneven cut from the start and then a blown motor within a few months! Smh
@@coconutjo9780 I talked a buddy of mine out of a zt1 he got a ariens instead and other than a flat front he hasn't had any issues.
I won a zt 54” in a raffle drawing last year and it has been a good one so far. The only thing I’ve ever won in my life and I’m happy with mine so far. It has the Koehler engine and the fabricated deck. I wouldn’t have bought one myself. I gave my old 30” rear engine to my son when I got this cub cadet. It’s way larger than I actually needed but I can cut my yard in less than 10 minutes with it so I can’t complain lol
I’m it’s performing well and you’re happy with it! And no, you definitely can’t complain 🤣🤣 Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!
Did you replace the stock blade when you got it and make it nice and sharp? Blade speed is relative, the blade is what creates air lift and blows it out the shoot. Blades make more of a difference than the deck. I had no issues after installing 8Ten blades on my LAWA ZT1 and I've been mowing like 30 inch high natural prairie grass that's never been mowed. It takes a few extra passes but that's expected. Mowing my planted Kentucky Bluegrass lawn, it's perfect. That was the first thing I did. Then removed the pully guards.
I did not replace the the new blades but had them sharpened after about 4 hours of usage. Thanks for the information and advice!
Great video, very helpful.
Thanks Bro crazy u had to deal with that good luck with your business blessing to you
Definitely a headache but I sold shortly after getting it back with a motor. Thanks for watching and your comment!!
I opted for the John Deere 330r over the cub zt1 50.. glad I did now.. hope they take care of your issues bro!!
@@kennycook-uy8hv Kawasaki finally replaced the engine, then I sold it the following week. If I ever get another I’m thinking of JD as my first option! Thanks for watching and for your comments!! Best wishes and long life for your Deere!
You just got a lemon my man. Been in manufacturing all my life and now retired and trust me if one can find out what day a product is made during the week you can save yourself a ton of problems. Yes I said what day of the week and the best day things get built are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays are ok but Mondays and Fridays are not for obvious reasons.
@@Wooduck wow that is crazy and good information!! Thanks
Oh Crap! I just bought one of these, only 42" deck, but it cuts great so far! I did put an hour meter on it, but it was discounted to $2400. Only have 8 hrs on it cause it's hotter than Hades right now and nothing has grown in a week! Brown yards for as far as you can see! Hope it's better for you now!
I heard that there’s a major early heatwave going in the states right now. The Cub that I bought had great reviews, so I hope your experience is the total opposite of mine!! Best wishes and stay hydrated!!!
Had my 54' ZT1 since November 2020 and only thing happened to me was the oil was leaking out and lost speed movement power. I changed the oil and new oil filter and its been good. This was the month of May. Now its June 28, 2023.
That’s great! What motor does it have and why was it leaking?
@@coconutjo9780 Kohler 7000 series 24 HP. I still don't know why or how it was leaking oil. The oil filter didn't appear damaged.
I got a gravely hd 52 with a Kohler 25 horse and the cut is really clean and has more than enough power and is built like a tank. I cut roughly 10 acres between my 3 properties and I am beyond pleased with it
I hear gravelys are one of the best brands that money 💰 can buy!
@Coconut Jo I went to a dealer and you can find the good used ones for half off dang near only a hundred hours but the HD series is the entry level more less with commercial grade rear end and other components without getting the commercial level. If that makes sense but I could send some picks of where I mowed my grandparents rental house that was neglected it was a hay field it seemed like and dang near one pass was a clean cut had to go over another time just to get a few stragglers and spread all the clippings
@@nickmathis4703 great information!! Thanks 🙏
I have the same mower for 6 seasons with over 120 hours on it and have had zero problems! It cuts fine and has an hour meter. I can’t figure out why your mower cuts poorly unless there is a problem with one of the spindles or blades!
That’s awesome. I heard other stories like that in my search.
I have a zt1-42 and a zt2-50. Both have been great machines. Did you get yours at a dealer or a big box store? I buy at a dealer so I get better service if I need it.
Big box store 😔 I know better now lol
July 24 2023 just purchased zero turn CadeT Ultima ZT1 50 inch deck with steering wheel and 23 hp Kohler and it’s phenomenal machine. I have 35 degree slopes on 15.5 acres of Brush and tall 5’ grass and it’s a goat up, down, sideways and never quits. Steering wheel activates rear traction easing maneuvering
Sorry you had a problem but I’ve tried them all and Cadet rules!
That thing sounds amazing!!! I see it’s brand spanking new, I would be interested in a review or update after a year or two. Thanks for your comment and for watching! And best wishes!!
I have a 2022 zt1 54 it cuts amazong leaves awesome beautiful stripes and leaves no grass standing, i have the kohler 7000 series easy to maintain, im wondering if you have a deck leveling issue thats causing that, your mower should mow circles around yoir neighborhood
I expected to have the same experience that you are having and to cut at least as good as my old neighbor’s. I could have been an deck issue but I’m not sure why the Kawasaki engine detonated with less 20 hours.
Man I have one and all the story I hear make me think did I get the Wright one. First impression can be confusing.
I've got the 42 with Kohler got 140hrs May of 2020 rolling strong 💪🏽. I've also have ZTR50 from 2005 and to me the cut is better than the new mower✔️
My cut sucks and my Cub/Kawasaki is STILL at the shop. Over 3 months, big mad!
@@coconutjo9780 Wow crazy
I have a 60" cut Hustler with the Kawasaki engine in it and have never had any engine problems.
That’s great! I hear Hustlers are great machines! My Cub that I had was disappointing. Outside of the Kawasaki engine failure, the cut was horrible, even with good blades.
I feel your pain! I bought one on Sunday and returned it on Monday. It cut like crap and it was really loud. Also it kept pulling to the left no matter what i did.
Wow! I’m glad you returned it asap, wish I had done the same! Thanks for watching and for your comment!!
I just bought one yesterday. It’s already in scraping the bottom of the barrel condition aesthetically. Brand new from the home Dumpot. It’s the last 50 they have for the year. My wife got involved. I was going to get the 60. It looked great (the 60 did). But I just said all of that because I’m just not a complainer either. I generally keep tools that perform subpar and just upgrade. But this purchase is too much to not be satisfied. I’ll give it right back to them this time. Right after I get all these leaves up in October and November.
Ayche, I want a grasshopper anyway.
I think you have a 30 day free return policy with HD. I agree, It isn’t a Gravely but I expected better than what I got.
Thx for the review on the Cub.
😅 I have a ZT1 50INCH rides good cut good. Only recommendation is when cutting high blades of grass doing commercial work, you will have some blades so long they will lay down close to the ground. When you see blades sticking back up, go in reverse to catch it at the top. If it's not riding fast enough, adjust your governor 😂
@@gospelofgrace6320 noted 😂😂😂
I have a cub cadet Zt1 mower that I enjoy using I just wish it was faster. I mow about 5 acres a week with it just my personal property. It’s really asking a lot from it. These are not commercial zero turns and it always makes me chuckle when people buy them to mow several lawns and aren’t happy with them. I’m currently looking to sell mine for a new scag or spartan, just because they will mow twice as quickly saving me time and cutting my hour usage. For the small home owner these Zt1 mowers are a great cost affordable option but definitely should not be used in any type of business setting.
I totally understand. I bought it to cut my personal 3 leveled acres which isn’t a problem for a mower ZT1 “if everything works as it should”. Best wishes on the sell and future purchase!!
My experience with Kohler was disgusting. Fortunately, the retailer stepped in and took the mower back. This was a Cub Cadet XT1. I bought my Husqvarna from the same dealer.
That’s great that they stepped up and took your mower back! I hope that husqvarna works out well for you!!
@@coconutjo9780 So far the Husqvarna has been much better. A couple of minor issues. Both covered under warranty. I did upgrade to a commercial Donaldson air filter. With all the dust here in southwestern Louisiana, it is a must have.
I got a 21 in Toro walk-behind self-propelled had it for 3 years now always starts on the first or second. I have the oil overfilled. Bought a 54-in Cub Cadet a week ago and I noticed I had to cut it twice because it left a lot of grass clippings but it looks beautiful after its cut with beautiful lines
Do you still have your Cub, I think I may have found the problem, I used to be a welder and a Fab guy on train cars. I think its the Deck ( Underneath) they have metal welded all except for where the 3 blades are. But are you still having any issues with your Cub, I just bought 1 and IM NOT HAPPY WITH THE CUTS. 2 OR 3 Times to go over is NOT OK, !!!
I like my cub cadet 50 in deck zero turn with a steering wheel. But 1 thing I heard you say was the way yours cuts. When I picked mine up at the dealer they made mentioned about the deck in how they set it up to cut. Level may be ok. But you want it too be slightly lower in the front to get the best cut. If its slightly lower in the back you will need to cut a second time cause it wont cut all the grass like it should. They set it all up for me before I got there to pick it up. But like you I seen all the reviews out there on the cub cadet zero turn and every one was good. But when you said how yours cut I had the light bulb go off in my head. Maybe this helps you if your still have it. And a BIG THANK YOU for your SERVICE.
Thanks for your response and insight! This is the first time I’ve heard anyone mention this, and of course at the big box stores they are pretty much just cashiers to what people want to buy. I’ve heard people mention to make sure the deck is properly set, which the shop said that it was good but the cut quality was still the same after the shop replaced the engine. The blades were sharpened as well. Although I sold it back in October It still baffles me today!
I just got my mower yesterday. Thats why it is still fresh in the old memory bank lol. I had seen in one of the you tube videos where one guy mentioned to let some air out of the rear tires to help in damping the ride a bit. Like a pound or two just so on a rough yard doesnt beat you up. When I told this to the salesman at the dealer he mentioned that the mower was set up with everything set to mow correct. The deck set right along with the air presser in the tires. I cant say hes right or wrong but makes some sense. Like letting more air out of one rear tire then the other would cause the mower to mow uneven. This is what he told me. Just pasting this on. I seen where you dont have it any more but maybe down the road it may come in handy again enjoy this veterns day weekend and thank you for your service.
Thanks for this comment. I used one today for the first time by a friend and noticed that I had to go over the same area twice to get it to cut. I’ll check the level of the blade and tire pressure next time I use it.
that mulching kit got me going bro.
That’s interesting.
Dang man I feel for you. Keep your head up
Just curious now how you feel about it. I just bought the same mower you have and mowed with it for the first time today. My old Cub Cadet lasted 19 yrs. and I would still be mowing with it if the rear hydraulic hadn't failed to the point of not me being able to finish mowing my yard. Hope I don't have the problems you had.
I sold it shortly after they replaced the engine. The cut quality was still horrendous but hopefully there was an easy fix for that. I loved the sturdy build, the big tires and head lights. A hour meter would’ve been a nice standard feature. I hope your cub serves you well!! Thanks for watching!
I've own three cub cadet rzt and two tanks , all of them have been very reliable . no issues with the rzt, my first tank commercial lasted 11 years,the second is 8 years with a fuel delivery problem as the tanks get low ,but very reliable. kawasaki engine has been very good
@@jamesjohnson7720 I think I probably got a dude or one built on a Friday. I performed a lot research before deciding to go with a Cub but things happen sometimes.
I have a cub cadet zt1 54 with a Kohler engine and it cut fine to me.
I bought a new cub cadet 54 inch bogs down when the pto is engaged dealer puts a battery on it and said it was fixed bring it home and same issue so disappointed in cub cadet going to take it back and try again my last cub cadèt
That really sucks!! It’s so frustrating!
thats the problem with big box stores. warranty work is terrible and long wait times. a local dealer would've had your mower ready 3 weeks at the latest
I have definitely learned a lesson!!
I have a 4 year old Ariens Edge 52. It runs and cuts like a dream!!
Nice! My old neighbor’s 2021 Ariens 42 performed very nice also!
Thanks for your comment and for watching!
I own a cub cadet150 and it mowes good and mine doesn't run rough.
That’s great!! Give us some details on your machine?
Tractor supply told me the 1st oil change was supposed to be done when I reached 5 hours on a brand new machine. Did you do an oil change yet?
I changed the oil and filter around 5 hours. Kawasaki just replaced my motor so hopefully this one holds up!
@@coconutjo9780 you might consider changing the oil in that push mower though.
@@davidquinn9676 my troybilt mush mower has been running on the same oil for 11 years now lol 😬
Thanks for the review i was trying to decide to get a cadet or bad boy the badboy got stamp deck compared to the cadet fabercated deck
The bad boy that I rented was a joy! Was it a commercial grade probably so but it performed flawlessly! Good luck with your purchase.
I have a big boy also, you can't buy a cheap mower and expect to do multi yards with it
@@donniechilton1582 I understand but this was rated to cut between 5-10 acres per week and I was only cutting around 2 leveled acres per which shouldn’t have been a problem at for it. I now have an older 50 troy bilt that has been cutting the same two acres without any issues.
Semper Fi Brother. Appreciate this review. After going through this, what would you buy today, knowing what you know now?
Semper Fi!! In my situation I would probably go with a John Deere from my local JD store. Basically just cutting 4 of my properties per week.
@Coconut Jo Thanks. I went to local JD yesterday here in Jacksonville. I think that is what I am going with also. I only have an acre so looking at the 42 or 48 zero turn.
@@chuckw1566 I think there are one or two cheaper JD models that people have said to stay away from.
@Coconut Jo ok thank you for the heads up. I definitely know I want to stay away from the single cylinder Briggs and Stratton. Been looking at the 48 in Z330R with Kawasaki engine. Not sure yet.
@@chuckw1566 no problem! I think you will choose a good one, I just hope it’s not a Friday build lol
Thank you jo,for the honest review
You’re very welcome! Thanks for your comment.
I have been looking for a Zero Turn. I will get Cub Cadet off my list. I have a Honda Puch mower that does great but I want to save some time.
Your right things go wrong sometimes with mowers. Thanks for showing and telling go eat and have a great day, cause that’s what’s best even when bad things happen. Don’t know when but I am going to buy my first zero turn. and I was in the ARMY and I am 66 years old bad luck with jobs. but thankful for what I do got, so thank of the good not bad. Don’t put to much on the table cause you’re better off thanks for telling showing see ya next time see ya bye.
Sorry to hear you had bad luck with the mower. Mine is new and so far so good. Sounds like you got a lemon. It does happen .
Thanks and probably so. It cost me a lot of extra money and waisted time. I hope you good fortune it yours. Btw nice profile picture 🥬🍅🥕🌽
@@coconutjo9780 👍
What each distributor should do before they send a rider out the door is “Level” the deck. There’s a big reason why many mower owners have some problems. It doesn’t take much, and it’s easy to do. Sometimes what looks like a deal isn’t, because blades are just crap compared to higher priced machines. I’ve had a Kioti 54” and have 160 hrs on it and only sharpened the blades Once, and it cuts perfect. Even going thru 8” + grass. One trick is Lots of RPM’s. One more thing, there’s not one zero turn that gets great gas mileage. They all like the gas. Just something you deal with to use those machines.
Thanks for the comment. I didn’t have a problem with the gas mileage but a leveled deck and a great cut is what I expected from a brand new mower. I’ve never heard of Kioti before.
I hope you get your mower back. I got friends using cub with no issues. I run Ariens and Gravely on my business
Thanks! I finally got it back about a month ago. My neighbor’s Ariens 42 residential cuts so much better than my Cub. 😔
Sounds like you got a lemon.......somebody was sleeping when that one was coming down the assembly line...lol.
🎯🎯🎯 lol
my bub is the same as urs and the grass stays up i even sharpened the blades.
i have to go over it twice its only on month old.
I feel your pain, it’s extremely frustrating!!
I've got a ZT1 42" cub with 8 hours on it. It runs great and cuts great. Only issue I had was they ship it to you on a crate. Unfortunately for me, the person who boxed her in the crate put a staple through the rear right tire. Needless to say, cub shipped me a new tire, and I had to pay the mounting fee. Other than that, great ZT.
Also, I purchased the hour meter add on for about $50, definitely worth the investment.
@@jay784us2 that’s a little unfortunate but it could’ve worse. Cub has very good reviews for the most part and I hope you have good luck with it for many years to come! Was the meter a plug and play situation? Thanks for sharing your experience!
@@coconutjo9780 Yes, the hour meter was very easy to install and plug and play. Cub already has the connection for the meter installed, they should just manufacture it installed and charge the difference IMO. There are videos on TH-cam to help if needed.
@@jay784us2 I sold the Cub but I think they should come with it also, it can’t cost them that much.
I have the Kohler 7000 series engine on my cub cadet ultimate z1 it's a 48 inch deck
@@jaymeyers950 I was told that the Kawasaki engine was a little bit better but I see quite a few of the kohler engines performing well. Best wishes with yours!!
@coconutjo9780 I'm trading my cub cadet in for a bad boy revolt 54 inch stand on mower
i was looking at the same one bro. now im looking at husqvarna and bad boy and toro or exmark.
Dig your vid...sorry you had to go though that sir....I still want one, I'm 63 on disability and my wife has stage 4 lung cancer but I have to make some money some how, I can sit good so why not mow right? I love to mow and the Cub is the only one I can afford right now, I will get it and make some vids too if they don't knock me off my disability for doing it.
Best wishes to you and your family!!
Glad they fixed it. After buying aTractor Supply mower by MTD I decided never again will I buy anything made by MTD.
It shouldn’t be this complicated. That’s the whole reason we buy new, to prevent old lawn mower headaches.
I have a cub cadet zt2 50" in it works great, I bought new 3 mouthnth a go
Awesome!
I never owned one / but they look nice. Remember u can get a lemon in any brand
I bought a Cub Cadet ZT2 54 brand new and after 20 hours it was cutting the same way you described…..I took it in and the dealer told me the deck was too dirty underneath and the blades were dull…I was also hearing a grinding noise in the left spindle.
The dealer claimed nothing was wrong and sent me on my way. However I have not heard the grinding since. I believe the changed the spindle but didn’t want to tell me because I told them it being dirty was bull. I still have small problems with the cut but nothing like before. I hope this helps.
Wow! Thanks for sharing your experience! Sounds like they definitely changed something!
I had a 3 stage cub cadet snowblower and it was horrible. I broke at least one shear pin on the auger every time i used it. The unit was poorly designed. Customer service suggested i go slower or use it on lighter snow, imagine that? I would never buy a cub cadet anything anymore.
Wow!! Go slower, Unbelievable!!
If you compare what you get from Cub Cadet and John Deere vs other companies like Ariens/Gravely, Bad Boy, Simplicity, Husqvarna, you get much more like fabricated decks for the same price. With Cub, you get a stamped deck with an almost $4,000 investment. It’s insane!
I might have misspoken but this ZT1 does/did have a fabricated deck.
Mine is smoking oil smoke when I start it 140 hours Kawasaki 24 horse - what is the warranty?
I think it’s a 3 year unlimited hours warranty, but don’t quote me on it.
@@coconutjo9780 thank you and I also tip well when I don’t get good service. I’m glad you said that in the video as it baffles my wife. Any idea why I’m getting a minute or so of oil smoke when I first start it , my oil level is perfect
Glad they fixed the prob I been looking into buying one and I think I'm gonna pass and go with Bobcat
I’m really glad!! Bobcat zero turn??
@@coconutjo9780 yes they do 4 years 0 interest have the Kawasaki engines idk @coconut jo I been working for company's running Exmark my entire career that's what I want but there double the $$$ are u feeling any better about ur Cub?
Also my first year on my own so moneys tight!
@@tommyboy9407 I understand! I see Exmarks and Gravelys wherever putting in work but $$$$$$
6:56. Never changed the oil in 10 years? I have questions
Lol
It is what it is! Never any issues with any “2” of my push mowers. No oil changes just made sure there was some in it.
APPRECIATE YOUR VIDEO. TRY USING AN X-BLADE SET UP. USED A HIGH LIFT WITH A GATOR BLADE. MY CUB IS 28 YEARS OLD... DON'T MAKE THEM LIKE THE USE TO. 2165 BRIGGS AND 2185 KOHLER. GOOD LUCK AND THANKS AGAIN.
Thanks for the advice. I sold the cub but you’re right they don’t make nearly anything like they used to!! My parents neighbor has a 46 inch Toro timecutter that’s around 20 years old and it’s still out there slanging grass and producing a beautiful yard. Wow 28 years 🫡
I have one with Kohler engine , best investment I've ever made.
That’s great!! I wish I had the same results with mine.
You kinda got me scared to buy one. They're about all I can afford.
I’d probably go with Toro or a mid level John Deere, but there are quite a few people who like their Cub.
One of the reasons why that Moore is leaving grass clippings everywhere is because you bought a residential more and club cadet is not a very good mower. I wouldn't recommend them and particularly for commercial use. They don't have our meters on them. You don't know when the service them. You would have been better off to purchase a Husqvarna which is an excellent mower, but I just purchased a new John Deere and I said that I wouldn't. They're expensive but they're worth the money they have. A on demand mulching kit. They have blowers on them. They're not cheap but they do a beautiful cut.
I purchased the 50 cub only to cut my own personal yards. It should’ve been no problems for it to only 1 yard per day. I’m thinking about JD if there’s a next time, they have a dealership 5 miles from me. I mean where I was.
Cub cadets are notorious for PTO issues. I would never go with cub cadet again.
Wow, I didn’t know that. What do you like?
Sounds like my craftsman with a 19 horse Chinese engine with a broken connecting rod 2014 model 2400
How many hours on at the time of failure?
I received my first Cub Cadet mower today. I was missing the hardware to attach the steering wheel, but that was not important. I start the pto/blades and hear bad noises everywhere... 1 of the blades was hitting the fabricated deck. ZTS1-46". I removed the deck and inspected everything I could see, it all looked good. I took out the die-grinder and took 1/8" off both sides of the blade that was hitting. I hope this is the only repair... Not a great start to what I thought was a premium residential mower.
You shouldn’t have to work on a brand new machine! I hope that is the only repair also!! 🙏
Just got my cub. I’m sure you just got a lemon
It’s very possible. Best of luck with yours!!
What year was this made
I bought it in spring of 2022, but I’m not sure if it was made in 21 or 22.
Deck size doesn’t make it commercial grade bud. The build quality and motor along with hydros are what make it commercial grade. A residential has smaller engines and hydro pumps on it compared to a commercial grade mower. There’s commercial mowers with 38” decks but it’s all beefed up with a big heavy duty motor and pumps along with a super sturdy frame. That mower you got probably got cheaped out on when building or just a bad batch came out. I’ve personally had a exmark laxer z that ran without any issues for years then got a brand new laser z with red tech and had nothing but problems with it so the dealer swapped it out for another mower, exact same model and year but a bit older from the time it was built and it hasn’t gave me a single problem since we left the dealer. So probably just a bad batch of mowers that I had bought one out of but still a great company to work with
Your better off getting a cub with steering wheel and older the newer ones are nice but they build them to fast they will have issues no mower is perfect
You are 💯 percent right, things aren’t made like they used to be!
That would definitely be irritating to get a brand-new mower and it leaving streaks! The Kawasaki engine is usually a reliable engine so you are really having some bad luck ,hopefully things improve quickly for you
Yep!! Kawasaki is sending a whole engine for it so I’m keeping my fingers crossed 🤞
@@coconutjo9780 that's good to hear
My 2004 Cub Cadet ZTR (22 HP Briggs) always left streaks from the middle blade any time the RPMs and blade top speeds dropped even slightly. Even if blades were freshly sharpened, didn't matter.
Had that mower 15 years and hated every minute of ownership. It seemed so underpowered.
We bought a good used 60" Dixie Chopper Classic with under 200 hours.
That mower does everything well, including shredding leaves in the fall into leaf powder.
We took our time to find a good used commercial mower instead of buying a new residential ZTR.
For us that was a better choice than any new model we could find on the market, when we finally grew weary of the Cub's misgivings.
You need to call cub dealer. I would never buy a residential more for cutting yards for a living.
My Hustler fasttreck has a 3 year warranty on the engine and 4 year warranty on the mower.
7916.00 out the door. It's a commercial mower. cutting grass is a pleasure doing.
I would never buy from a box store. Buy from a dealership man.
I figured for a 50 cut on 2 acres a week would be no problem! But Cub did replace the engine with a brand new one. Then I sold it.
@@coconutjo9780 the cub most likely has ZT 2800 hydro transmissions. You need at leat ZT 3200 hydro transmissions. Glad they replaced the engine for you.
Just wondering did you change the engine oil after the first 5 hours. That is break in oil from the manufacturer. It's not intended to run past 5 hours.
@@coconutjo9780 what power setting was you running your engine on while cutting grass. And what kind of blades are you using. And what was the verdict on the reason the engine went bad. Did it throw a rod or ring failure. Kawasaki has a 3 year warranty. They are very good engine's. I have a ft691v 22 hp on my Hustler Fas trak 54 with ZT 3200 hydro transmissions. That is a 2000.00 dollar engine. It's has vortices induction system. I can cut 2 acres with around 2 gallons or less fuel.
Not trying to sale you a Hustler because Bad Boy sales great mowers for the money. I've noticed that the Maverick hd looks really good. It's built like a tank for under 7000.00.
@@coconutjo9780 many I'm just the most luckiest dude on the planet , but I have never had a engine go bad. No matter what brand. Kawasaki, Briggs,Tecumseh,onan.
I have a 35 year old craftsman gt6000 with 20 hp onan. I just keep the air filter clean and oil changed. I was using it to cut my yard until I got my Hustler Fas trak 54. I will never go back to using a regular mower. A O turn from now on.
@@coconutjo9780 you might pay less for a residential more , but when you get ready to sale it , it's harder to sale.
Thanks for sharing!
No problem! Thanks for watching!!
Commercial Husqvarna MZT 52 💯👍🏾
worst product I have ever bought, spend 4000 on a new mower and it's in the shop constantly. 700 dollars damage from a walnut to the arbor, blade and deck even bent....yes from a walnut. if you don't have a lawn like Mike Brady this is not a mower you can trust
Dang! 😠
Mine. Caught on fire and burned up completely.
Wow! What happened? Was it still under some kind of warranty?
They wouldn't do anything thing about it
Now I have to get a new mower.
@@Billcarls1
Dang. I’m sorry to hear that!
I got the SAME mower , started a small buz. With lawn care. And im NOT happy with how it cuts Either. But i think i know the Problem, im going to take the Deck off and im going to Cut out Alot of the BS metal they have under the deck, its only open for the 3 blades. And it has all the other Space with Metal that can and Does, fold grass and it doesnt get into the blades. So im going to OPEN up the Under Deck. And im going to send you a review of how it cuts After. But i now know why it spits out SO MUCH GRASS AND CLUMPS UP, idk why Cub thinks this is a good design, but its why they dont cut like a John Deer. Or Toro. Or like the More expensive Mowers. Its all in how the deck is made UNDER , i will be cutting out metal, and if i have to weld some metal in the inside to keep it strong i will , but i agree with yout video 100% im not happy with my cuts either. compared to other lawn mowers from the neighbors , im same boat as you, !!! But question i have for you, what mower did you end up with and do OTHER Mowers put down a better cut without So much clippings ???? Ty sir , 👍🍻
After I sold it I did not buy another mower. Good luck to you and let us know if the improvements help!
I think I'm just going to spend the $4,500 5 grand and buy a bad boy
That might not be a bad idea!!
Get you a Gravely Brother.
If I was using it to make money “commercially”, I would have to look at something like that. I live out of the U.S. now though.
Thanks for watching and for your suggestion!
The warranty shouldn't apply if the mower is used as a commercial mower.
I’m not sure if the warranty states anything about “commercial” use, but I personally own the 8 properties that I was cutting and no others. Vacant lots 👌👍. Even if used commercially I would expect that it should go well over a handful of hours without any issues, and talking about cutting regular residential yards nothing crazy.
Thanks for watching and your comment!
@@coconutjo9780 Sorry about the negative reply. Thanks for taking the time to make videos for all to enjoy.
I got acub zt54 it is a piece of crap, same problem not mowing well one of the hydrostatic had the seals leaking, it's trash n they won't take it back!! Red line had it all summer I'm pissed!!!
I feel your pain!!!! There’s now way a brand new mower should perform so badly!! Mine was in the shop from June ish to November ish. 😠
commercial grade vs residential grade
This is not a comparison video, I’m just extremely disappointed with the brand new Cub Cadet, extremely!
Looks to me cub should replace that mower. Thats a damn shame. 13hrs smfh.
They did eventually put a new engine on it, then I sold it. It is what it is.
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You better off keeping that bad boy get rid of that cub
The Cub is gone! I got rid of it a few days after I got it back with a new engine from the shop. I really liked that big bad boy!
A company that I used to work for had a cub cadet. we had too many breakdowns and would have to send them back to the company to be fixed on
@@ksjohnson219 That’s not good! Smh
@Coconut Jo I no longer work for them. I went in business for myself
@@ksjohnson219 Nice! Which zero turns would you recommend for someone who cuts around 8 yards per week, on average .5 an acre per?