I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
My 15 year old Troy Bilt Pony is on its last leg. All of the tires leak, and the deck has tremendous rust hole in the top which I had to cover with two license plates. I've got to the point where I'm not going to pour money in this and unfortunately it just got its last set of blades. If I can make it through this season, owes me nothing. It's 15 years old and it's been trouble-free. It's had belts, maintenance, blades, and one set of spindles. I was looking at a new one at Home Depot and saw the Cub Cadet sitting next to it. The Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt 42in mowers are $400 in difference of price. I think the Cub Cadet is a much nicer machine with hydrostatic drive and definitely more comfortable seat. I like the extra features and I love your review. I think you just made it easier to make up my mind for my purchase.
I'm a 58 year old woman and I just changed the oil, oil filter and air filter on an engine for the first time in my life with the guidance of this video. Bigfoot Dad, you rock!!!
This video is EXACTLY what I had hoped to see when searching. THANK YOU! At the time of this comment, my Cub is about 3 days away from delivery. I'm salivating now.
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana My new mower is a BEAST! I am very pleased with it. For the first time that I can ever remember, I was disappointed to see mowing season come to an end. My mowing time went from about 3 days with an electric push mower (managing battery power is difficult on larger yards) to roughly 3 hours. I got the LT50" and have been ecstatic about the results.
Wow......the last 30 seconds of your video got to me. It is exactly the reason why I ditched my push mower for this cub cadet for my half-acre lot. Hit the nail on the head.
Mr. Sirhoffer - thank you for your feedback! I think you're the first to comment on this part of the video. I was also using a push mower and it literally took days to cut my lawn. The whole time I kept thinking that I could just take a loan out and buy a rider so I don't have to waste time away from my family. And so we did and paid it off later that year. Best time investment I've made, and thus that part of the video was born. Thanks again for commenting and I'm hoping to see you around in the future. Welcome to the community! 😎
Great video and very informative! I got the exact same tractor. Btw the washout port works when you set the deck to the lowest setting. That way the water gets trapped in the deck and acts like a washing machine. You'll know it's working when the grass starts spewing out the side as a green slurry. Give it about 5 minutes until the water runs clean and underneath that deck will look alot better.
Wow, thanks, mmikerryan! That is quite the complement. I do have more content coming out, including a review. Stay tuned. We're glad you're here with us now!
This is truly informative and entertaining video. IJust watched it again, being that I'm about to do a 5 hour service. Love this video; and, it was the reason that I subscribed to this channel, in the first place! Love your work! Keep it up!
Well, I gotta say it was one of the best reviews I have ever come across and I loved your humor. I am a subscribed viewer now and I want more of the reviews from you. keep up the great work, my man!
Hi, Mert - thank you for your comment. It's feedback like this that keeps me going to the next video. I have a few things filmed, but need to get them edited and published! Thank you for being here and I look forward to more of your feedback. 😎
Awesome video Montana. I bought my CC xt1, 42'' last May direct from the factory and its worked great here in the SW Nebraska plains. I'm not any kind of mechanic, but your video gave me the confidence to do more then just change the oil for this coming season. I really look forward to any future videos you perform on this awesome machine.
Alvin - thank you for your feedback! It's encouraging to hear this helped you. Yes, I have another video in progress with a few... minor upgrades. 😉 Welcome to the community!
You deserve about 1,483,381 extra subscribers. I feel like I’ve stumbled across a hidden gem on TH-cam! Keep up the amazing editing, humor, and informative videos!!! Awesome work!
Hi, iVolkswagen - 😂 thank you for the compliment. That would be nice - imagine what we could do full time creating content like this! Alas, maybe someday. Until then, bear with me as I balance my hectic work and family schedule with video editing. Thank you for joining us and I'm glad you're here as a part of it! 😎
Well here we are after the first five hours of use and I have to say this mower is GRRRREEEAAATT!! Cuts so evenly with plenty of power. Also have to mention I had a few compliments from the neighbors on how nice the lawn looked. Thanks again Bigfoot Dad for the tips!!
I have a 23-year-old Scotts 42" mower with a Kohler Command engine, and I've never cleaned the underside of the deck and it still looks almost like new. can't imagine how much grass is under yours with just 5 hours on it.
Hi, Rick! Thanks for your feedback. I have a video coming up where you can get a peek at the underside of the deck. 😃 It's good to hear that your Kohler engine is still working.
I just bought a new 2021 Cub Cadet XT1 and the manual states to not use synthetic oil until you have changed the oil at least once using conventional oil. Your original video helped me choose the Cub Cadet so I thank you for that. I love it!
Thank you, Dreemwever - I appreciate your feedback and congrats on the new mower! I'm sure you'll love it! I posted another video about upgrading your tractor mower which may have some fun items for you to add to yours as well. Good luck and feel free to post back your experience! 😎
My LTX1042 is about 9 years old with about 159 hours on it. The valve cover gasket leaking is the only issue I had with the mower so far. When the stock blades were toast, I put Gator mulching blades on it, which I like. The oil and filter I change yearly with 10W-30. The washout port I never felt was worth a damn, so I never use it.
I got my Cub Cadet XT2 in June of this year it's a 2019 42 in deck v twin Kohler 22 hp. I can't believe I waited so long to get it. I had a 2014 Craftsman one cyl Brigg's everyone said they were junk. I should have listened. In 2 years the motor exploded like they said. Anyway the Cub is so mush faster than the Craftsman. Mows better, Go over the yard one time it's done. I use to spend as much time going over it as I did mowing it with the Craftsman. As far as the motor goes, remember , a lot is good, more is better ,and too much is just right. Your gonna love it. I have about 10 hours on it so far. It seems to just get better. Now I water the 2 big yards that I mow, so they will grow, so I can mow them.
Hi, Shotgun - thanks for the feedback! I bet the XT2 was worth the extra and I eye those all the time when I walk by them in the store. I'm glad it has saved you a ton of time and aggravation. I'm on the second season and so far so good. We'll see how these things stand up over time. And welcome to the community! 😎
Just after you started prattling on in your CONCLUSION, I enjoyed seeing Big Foot lumbering across your freshly cut lawn in the background. Nice touch. Later...
Hi, +TheMitchbassman - totally agreed! Thank you for the feedback on your experience too. I have some mods in store on an upcoming film that might make it even a bit more fun... 😎
I watched a whole bunch of videos before purchasing my Cub Cadet. Some were better than others but yours were by far the best and probably the most influential toward me making my final decision. There was one in particular where the guy was just getting around to doing his first oil change after ten hours (VIOLATION #1). As he removed the oil filter and spilled it all over and ran off to find some paper towels (VIOLATION #2), I saw all the scratches and gouges he had already inflicted on his machine (VIOLATION #3 AND DISQUALIFIED!)
😂 Thanks, patdthomas - I chuckled when I read this. I'm hoping to bring higher quality to some of these videos and I do watch some of them, but usually after I have already made my own (so I'm not influenced on my content). Some of the existing videos from other reviewers are pretty good though and I still have a long way to go. Stick with me and I'll keep trying to improve. I'm always up for suggestions on how to make these better as well. 😎
Quick excellent overview and very funny. Makes it easy to keep watching. I got one & do love the turning radius & the top speed but on my uneven yard it is a pretty bumpy ride.
Hi, John - that's for the feedback! And I totally agree - it can get very wearing on a yard like yours and mine. I did do an upgrade which helped a bit. Stay tuned... 😉
Hi, Jimmy - Thanks for the feedback! We just got finished shooting a third video in this series a few hours ago. I think you'll enjoy that one as well as it carries the customization theme even a bit further. 😅 Welcome to the community!
To "wash-out", put the mower on cement, deck all the way down, then run the water and the blades.... Would've cleaned most of that grass out. Try it, and you're welcome.
Great video. seems i'm about a year late, but i'm considering buying one of these and I think you have just about convinced me. very informative and entertaining at the same time.
Congrats on the purchase, Joseph! I have been wondering how different the new models feel compared to this one. Expensive with inflation lately, but probably better quality with model upgrades/refinements in the new generation.
I am not sure why I just watched that entire video. Well, I will say it was very entertaining. My entire yard is gravel, but I feel like I just watched Christopher Robin tell me how much he likes taking care of his lawn tractor. Got my sub! Thanks for the excellent video production Bigfoot Dad!
Hi, mcovey12 - thank you for sharing that unique perspective. 😂 Tomorrow I'm going to Rabbit's house to review his new garden rototiller. I'm glad you're here and thank you for your feedback!
Great video. We just purchased our first riding lawnmower yesterday and it’s the same as yours, thanks for answering all the common sense questions I had but didn’t have to ask. 😂 I remember when I was young I knew a friend from church that had a landscaping company and he would spray all the bottoms and painted areas of his equipment with WD-40 he said it made it easier to clean and stuff wouldn’t get stuck to it anyone have any thoughts on that. Thanks again I subscribed so I can see your other videos
Hi, Rolland - you're welcome - I'm glad it helped. Yes, I think when I clean the deck next time I'll try housing down the deck with WD-40 to see if that works. Thank you for the suggestion!
Hi, Phil! Thank you for the feedback and welcome to the community! Another video is due out here in a few days which will have some fun upgrades for your tractor mower. Stay tuned and hope to see you around more! 😎
I've the much older(2013) ltx1040, but essentially the same mower,only mine has the cvt transmission rather than hydrostatic. Its served us well and now has 260 hrs on it without much more than routine maintenance. I did end up having to change the pto engagement handle because it bent over time. Now it needs the blade brake replaced and new tires. I saw your upgrades video and those tires look like good candidates. I'd love to upgrade to a new xt2 in the future.
Hi, Cipher Code! First off, I love the name. There are a couple people in our neighborhood that have the LTX1040 (or similar model from that generation). They're still working great and mowing up the grass! Yes, might be time to give your mower a little refresh and turn it into something even more unique. Tires would be a great start!
Great video. And yes, the oil filter from factory was torqued down to 5 trillion foot pounds. My engine is different so I have the horizontal filter. Boy was that a chore getting that off. Its so close to the frame, no oil filter wrench would fit. I had to do the trusty ol stab a screw driver through it and twist it off that way. But yeah, I love my XT2. Currently got the mulching kit on it. Which reminds me, I'm so late on getting her prepped for this spring. Need to do all that was in the video, plus blade sharpening.
BuNcH007 - 😂 If I could have thought of that line about the oil filter torque. I was in a conundrum because that's the trick I like to use too, funny enough, but I was trying to imagine the fallout I may have had during the video. But I do that with my truck's oil filter from time-to-time. Yes, time to prep for Spring because the time has arrived! Good luck, happy mowing, and thank you for the great comment!
This is a great video though. Way more entertaining than the Cub Cadet manual! This channel certainly needs more subs One caveat, Kohler doesn't recommend synthetic oils until after 50 hours of run time to properly seat the piston rings. Just for anyone with a new Kohler like me watching maintenance videos :)
deweys - thank you for the feedback! I appreciate you bringing that to our attention with the oil, and had I known, I would have used non-synthetic. I agree - I would love you continue to grow or community. And welcome aboard! 😎
Thanks for the feedback, Bill! If you're like me, I'd be tracking the shipment in real-time. 😅 Post back what your experience is like and welcome to the community! 😎
Good choice ethanol eats the carburetor gaskets and dissolves the hoses for the fuel I often have top replace the. Gaskets when working on a mower that uses ethanol i use 93 octane gas I think that’s a happy Medium good luck with the mower hope it lasts a long time
I have a late 90s Lawn Boy push mower and after seeing this video I remembered that I haven't changed the oil in that thing since 2015 (or earlier?). Yikes. Same goes for my late 90s Craftsman snowblower.
Cost tip! I just did my Cub Cadet XT1 LT42" 5 hour oil change at 6 hours and used a Fram PH3614 oil filter. It's a $5.77 compatible filter bought at my local automotive store.
Thank you, Nima Tech! I appreciate your feedback. Stay tuned as I have another video coming out soon about installing some upgrades on this mower, which you may enjoy as well. Welcome to the community and I hope to see you around in the comments in the future as well. 😎
Great video. OMG I didn't know there was so much to do and features available (like to cruise control). Didn't know about the wash out port. I've mowed for almost three seasons and don't have much grass on the bottom. Of course I never mow wet grass. Thanks again!!
Hi, John - I'm glad you enjoyed it! That's exactly what the video is for - hopefully a useful tool. I think the reason my grass was so built up was because it is frequently tall and won't dry out well because I don't mow it enough. 😅 I did totally detach the deck and cleaned it out a couple months ago. Stay tuned for the next part - you may enjoy it as well.
Hi, Braiden Waits - yes, I agree. Lately I have been using the wash port more regularly and have been lowering the deck as you suggest. Was kicking myself when realizing this after releasing the film. Thank you for stopping by and commenting! 😎
In my experience, to use a washout port properly you need 2 things: 1. A decent amount of water flow - most have this - I bring it up because in the country we don't have city level water pressure. AND 2. You need to park the mower on a flat concrete surface like your driveway. Lower the deck all the way down to the concrete. This mower has a wheeled deck, so you cannot get the deck flush with the concrete, which is its own, additional problem. But if you can SOMEHOW create an area where the water cannot just immediately fall out of the mower deck but instead the blades are swirling it some before it gets to the side exit, it will wash the mower deck out. And leave you a soupy green mess all over your driveway. Cleanup that requires a cleanup = bad. In conclusion: Washout ports are a terribly flawed design that has no actual USEFUL function at all, except the HOPE it creates in a potential new buyer. It's why NOONE bothers to even try to use one. So, in my experience, I bought a Lawn Mower Jack. Much faster than removing the deck to do things like blade replacements or deck cleaning.
Hi, Freight Train - I'm not too fond of these washout ports either for the reasons you described. This is my second mower with a washout port and, well, it doesn't wash out. I like your idea of using a mower jack and just cleaning it out from underneath.
You will ALSO need a new deck in a relatively short time, spindles too. These "washout ports" should be renamed - "USE FOR A PREMATURE RUSTED DECK PORT" and SPINDLE BEARING FAILURE PORT......... A "water cleaning" does not remove all of the grass and what grass is still stuck to the deck will nicely hold/retain moisture to ENSURE a rusted deck in short order with the water being a spindle bearing's worst enemy....
Hi AmpExxxtreme - I have heard reports on the Courage engines as well. Luckily the generation I have does not have the Courage engine anymore. It is running the newer 5400 series.
On the wash port its recommended to do on concrete with deck in lowest position. I personally raise mine up and scrape with a stiff plastic putty knife.
Hi, Greg! I just use good'ol general purpose automotive chassis grease from my local auto parts store. I like to use the red stuff so I can see where it's going. Hope that helps!
Hi, John! Yes, hard to believe, but it is. I think another one is in the queue somewhere. 😉 Congrats on your purchase and I'm hoping you like it so far!
It appears we may have the same model. Mine is the 2017 version. Would you be able to take a few pics/short clip of the carb and governor linkages? Mine tends to sputter want to stall out with the PTO engaged after its warmed up. I replaced the entire carb system with OEM Kohler parts and it works better, but I believe something along the linkages is missing or incorrectly connected. GREAT VIDEO! Thanks Bigfoot Dad.
Hi, Dale - thank you for the feedback! I'm sorry to hear about the carb issues. If you message me via my Facebook page, I'll send along a few pictures of my mower's carb I took for you this evening.
Hi, TheTayze - yes, your comment is making me seriously think about this. Stay tuned! I have about 6 videos in various stages of editing. So hard to find the time to get them finished.
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana Glad to hear it. I recently picked up the 46" variant of the XT1 and I find your videos really informative, especially regarding maintenance. Thanks for putting them up.
Craig, thank you for your feedback. I hope it serves you well like mine has. A year and it still cuts and works like new. I did, however, add a few upgrades. Video coming out later this year. 😎
I take my filters to NAPA or Carquest and get compatible WIX, Baldwin, or Hastings replacement filters. Not only does that give you a higher quality filter, they are also up to 60% cheaper. So, you can buy two or three instead of the other. Thanks for the video. I have the same mower with the Chinese Honda engine copy. Most importantly: Romans 10:9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
@Josh - When you move up to the 46" model, they are pretty much on level playing fields. The Husqvarna trailed behind the competition on the 42" so it was an easier choice. However, consider a couple of the refinements such as the deck lift lever - you will find that it is more precise on the Cub Cadet. If that's not a big deal, get whichever one is on sale and whichever one can be serviced easiest near you - they're both great mowers. 😉
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana ok awesome lol I can fix them if either one breaks or has a promble I will probably end up buying the Cub cadet but who knows maybe I'll end up with the Husqvarna lol with in the next week or 2 I will be getting one of them ( it probably will be the cub cadet because of the bigger gas tank ) I have almost 4 Acer's to cut so I need one with a bigger tank so the Cub cadet xt1 lt46inch will most likely be the one I was looking at the 42inch one that you have but I want one with a twin cylinder motor and I'm sick of using my 38inch tractors and 42inch tractors lol
Question; according to Kohler the engine should be broke in with conventional oil for the first 50 hours of operation before switching to synthetic, personally I don't agree with this as kohler powered generators are shipped with a container of synthetic. I have been using a synthetic oil with a number in its name in all my vehicles since new, lawn mower and 4 cycle trimmer. I just received my new XT1 GT50 today and after the 5 hour break in I'm going to use synthetic as well. Excellent video !
Hi, Jimmy - yes, you are correct. I spent a few minutes tonight looking through the mower and then the engine owner's manual. I didn't find that specifically in there, but I was able to confirm that on Kohler's site. Buuuuuut, since I already did it anyways, I'll stick to it for now. 😬 With my generator (different engine manufacturer), it only required conventional oil for the first 5 hours. So, I guess my Kohler engine will be a test and I'll report back if I hosed it or not if anything happens. Good luck with the GT50 - it looks like a pretty hefty machine!
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana When I change the oil at the 5 he. mark I'll be using Mobile 1 and Fram XG3614, some say the XG3616 is not a heavy duty filter but installed properly I don't consider it a problem. I really like you choice of oil, it and Amsoil have anti wear and cleaning additives second to none. But it's a cost factor for me, I run 10-30 in everything I own, it's cost effective and convenient. My Toyota's also use the XG3614. My only glitch with Royal Purple is the dark color, I have always watched oil for signs of oxidation, breakdown and fuel dilution by color, Not very scientific but decades of being a auto mechanic working on air cooled VW's and Porsche's early in my career you learn and use some things a little out side box to help know what an engine is doing. But RP absolutely an excellent choice.
@@Starkster50 - Thank you for the additional information, Jimmy! I hope you stick around and continue to give feedback on these. We have some more coming hopefully soon.
Hi Harry - thank you for the compliment! I spent many, many hours filming, writing, and editing this with hopes it would benefit and encourage people. Welcome to the community!
I just bought one of these and am going to tackle all of the pre-installation tomorrow. For someone who isnt exactly a handyman, what tools will I need to complete all of the necessary installation before I can get to cutting? Thanks for your video!
quick question, what made you choose carb over efi. I bought a house with property (1 acre) and am looking to buy a rider now, i have had and still have a cub walk behind, but the efi caught my eye, just looking for some open honest opinions.
Hi, Stacy - I bought the carbureted one because the engine is made in the USA. The fuel injected one is made in China and I'd like to see it out in the wild a couple years before considering it. Don't get me wrong - we have a Champion inverter generator, which is made in China, and it's great! But the brand has been tried-and-true for many years. And the fuel-injected engines on the Cub cadet could be a solid choice too, but time will tell. I hope that helps and good luck on your purchase! 👍
Update: i love it. Just put 5.7 hrs and did break in oil change. Wife used it and likes the seat adj. I like it and am happy with it so far. Thanx for the vids
Compared this to a John Deere today and one thing that struck me was the JD hood opens 90° and gets out of your way where the CC only opens to about 45° and leaves the corners sticking down for you to have to reach and see around. If everything’s on the backside of the engine I guess it could be ok. Is it not a nuisance?
Hi, Jese - That's a good point. When I was changing the plug last year, I really had to work hard to get it out and back in again because the hood was in the way. I almost removed it so I could see what I was doing better. So, yes, that part was a nuisance. Otherwise it's been decent to work with.
Hi, meh1526 - I just use general purpose automotive chassis grease. No need for anything fancy as none of these parts get real hot. I like to get the red stuff because it's easier to see if it's been applied. Hope that helps!
I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
One of, if not the greatest videos on lawnmowers ever made
Thanks, Tom! The feedback is much appreciated. 😎
My 15 year old Troy Bilt Pony is on its last leg. All of the tires leak, and the deck has tremendous rust hole in the top which I had to cover with two license plates. I've got to the point where I'm not going to pour money in this and unfortunately it just got its last set of blades. If I can make it through this season, owes me nothing. It's 15 years old and it's been trouble-free. It's had belts, maintenance, blades, and one set of spindles. I was looking at a new one at Home Depot and saw the Cub Cadet sitting next to it. The Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt 42in mowers are $400 in difference of price. I think the Cub Cadet is a much nicer machine with hydrostatic drive and definitely more comfortable seat. I like the extra features and I love your review. I think you just made it easier to make up my mind for my purchase.
I'm a 58 year old woman and I just changed the oil, oil filter and air filter on an engine for the first time in my life with the guidance of this video. Bigfoot Dad, you rock!!!
Jessica - this is completely awesome!!!! Congrats - this has made my day. Welcome to our community!
Now that was a informative and just the right amount of great humor. Great job!
😃 Thank you! Welcome to the community!
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana hi
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana I love your videos and I want a Cub Cadet riding lawn mower
@@dawnssonsnameisaidenmiller8431- thank you, Aiden - I'm glad you're here with us and that you are enjoying the videos. 🙂
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana i love your Cub Cadet riding lawn mower
I just recently joined your channel and purchased the same XT1 LT42 rider. Love the channel and the Riding mower!! Thanks for the info and the humor!!
This video is EXACTLY what I had hoped to see when searching. THANK YOU! At the time of this comment, my Cub is about 3 days away from delivery. I'm salivating now.
Very glad to hear this. How are you liking the Cub Cadet so far now that you've had time to evaluate it?
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana My new mower is a BEAST! I am very pleased with it. For the first time that I can ever remember, I was disappointed to see mowing season come to an end. My mowing time went from about 3 days with an electric push mower (managing battery power is difficult on larger yards) to roughly 3 hours. I got the LT50" and have been ecstatic about the results.
@@jaywebb4992 - It's amazing how much time it saves! Glad to hear it's working out and that you're enjoying it as much as I am too.
Wow......the last 30 seconds of your video got to me. It is exactly the reason why I ditched my push mower for this cub cadet for my half-acre lot. Hit the nail on the head.
Mr. Sirhoffer - thank you for your feedback! I think you're the first to comment on this part of the video. I was also using a push mower and it literally took days to cut my lawn. The whole time I kept thinking that I could just take a loan out and buy a rider so I don't have to waste time away from my family. And so we did and paid it off later that year. Best time investment I've made, and thus that part of the video was born. Thanks again for commenting and I'm hoping to see you around in the future. Welcome to the community! 😎
BTW, I love your International pickup!
Great video and very informative! I got the exact same tractor. Btw the washout port works when you set the deck to the lowest setting. That way the water gets trapped in the deck and acts like a washing machine. You'll know it's working when the grass starts spewing out the side as a green slurry. Give it about 5 minutes until the water runs clean and underneath that deck will look alot better.
Sledgstone - thank you for the tip - I need to try this again. Welcome to the community! 😎
Please review every tool i own. Honestly the best straight forward review of any tool or product i have ever seen.
Wow, thanks, mmikerryan! That is quite the complement. I do have more content coming out, including a review. Stay tuned. We're glad you're here with us now!
This is truly informative and entertaining video. IJust watched it again, being that I'm about to do a 5 hour service. Love this video; and, it was the reason that I subscribed to this channel, in the first place! Love your work! Keep it up!
Thank you again, Paul - that means a lot. We put a ton of effort into these videos just for that reason. Hopefully more to come! 😎
Amazing video :D , thanks for sharing !
Well, I gotta say it was one of the best reviews I have ever come across and I loved your humor. I am a subscribed viewer now and I want more of the reviews from you. keep up the great work, my man!
Hi, Mert - thank you for your comment. It's feedback like this that keeps me going to the next video. I have a few things filmed, but need to get them edited and published! Thank you for being here and I look forward to more of your feedback. 😎
I agree, don't usually comment, keep it up good work
Awesome video Montana. I bought my CC xt1, 42'' last May direct from the factory and its worked great here in the SW Nebraska plains. I'm not any kind of mechanic, but your video gave me the confidence to do more then just change the oil for this coming season. I really look forward to any future videos you perform on this awesome machine.
Alvin - thank you for your feedback! It's encouraging to hear this helped you. Yes, I have another video in progress with a few... minor upgrades. 😉 Welcome to the community!
You deserve about 1,483,381 extra subscribers. I feel like I’ve stumbled across a hidden gem on TH-cam! Keep up the amazing editing, humor, and informative videos!!! Awesome work!
Hi, iVolkswagen - 😂 thank you for the compliment. That would be nice - imagine what we could do full time creating content like this! Alas, maybe someday. Until then, bear with me as I balance my hectic work and family schedule with video editing. Thank you for joining us and I'm glad you're here as a part of it! 😎
Well here we are after the first five hours of use and I have to say this mower is GRRRREEEAAATT!! Cuts so evenly with plenty of power. Also have to mention I had a few compliments from the neighbors on how nice the lawn looked. Thanks again Bigfoot Dad for the tips!!
You're welcome, David. Welcome to the community!
I have a 23-year-old Scotts 42" mower with a Kohler Command engine, and I've never cleaned the underside of the deck and it still looks almost like new. can't imagine how much grass is under yours with just 5 hours on it.
Hi, Rick! Thanks for your feedback. I have a video coming up where you can get a peek at the underside of the deck. 😃 It's good to hear that your Kohler engine is still working.
I just bought a new 2021 Cub Cadet XT1 and the manual states to not use synthetic oil until you have changed the oil at least once using conventional oil. Your original video helped me choose the Cub Cadet so I thank you for that. I love it!
What I expected: informative, comprehensive review of a tractor mower.
What I got: What I expected + laughs + life lessons
Subbed!
Hi, Matt - wow, thanks - comments like this keep me going! I'm glad you're here with us now and hope to hear more feedback on subsequent films. 😎
Awesome Video! Enjoyed the humor and the maintenance tips! New to Cub Cadet as of today. Thanks for taking the time to post.
Thank you, Dreemwever - I appreciate your feedback and congrats on the new mower! I'm sure you'll love it! I posted another video about upgrading your tractor mower which may have some fun items for you to add to yours as well. Good luck and feel free to post back your experience! 😎
My LTX1042 is about 9 years old with about 159 hours on it. The valve cover gasket leaking is the only issue I had with the mower so far. When the stock blades were toast, I put Gator mulching blades on it, which I like. The oil and filter I change yearly with 10W-30. The washout port I never felt was worth a damn, so I never use it.
I got my Cub Cadet XT2 in June of this year it's a 2019 42 in deck v twin Kohler 22 hp. I can't believe I waited so long to get it. I had a 2014 Craftsman
one cyl Brigg's everyone said they were junk. I should have listened. In 2 years the motor exploded like they said. Anyway the Cub is so mush faster than the Craftsman. Mows better, Go over the yard one time it's done. I use to spend as much time going over it as I did mowing it with the Craftsman.
As far as the motor goes, remember , a lot is good, more is better ,and too much is just right. Your gonna love it. I have about 10 hours on it so far.
It seems to just get better. Now I water the 2 big yards that I mow, so they will grow, so I can mow them.
Hi, Shotgun - thanks for the feedback! I bet the XT2 was worth the extra and I eye those all the time when I walk by them in the store. I'm glad it has saved you a ton of time and aggravation. I'm on the second season and so far so good. We'll see how these things stand up over time. And welcome to the community! 😎
Just after you started prattling on in your CONCLUSION, I enjoyed seeing Big Foot lumbering across your freshly cut lawn in the background.
Nice touch. Later...
Thanks, Martin... I think. 😂 I'll let Bigfoot know - he doesn't like my ramblings either and typically runs away.
I got the lt50 and cut an acre that was 4 feet high weeds. Best mower i have bought.
Bestest XT1 42" review out there.
😅 Thank you for your feedback!
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana I have a 2020 TaoTao cheetah
You've got the best most entertaining videos on TH-cam
Thanks, Bullfrog! I'm glad you enjoy them. 🙂 Working on another few at the moment so hopefully more to come soon.
The oil on the o ring allows for a better seal. It's an old mechanics trick. Works for car oil changes as well
Ive had one of these for a year now, and love it. Its hard to explain , but its fun to mow again. This mower makes it that way!
Hi, +TheMitchbassman - totally agreed! Thank you for the feedback on your experience too. I have some mods in store on an upcoming film that might make it even a bit more fun... 😎
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana OK Cool .. Ill check you out.
I watched a whole bunch of videos before purchasing my Cub Cadet. Some were better than others but yours were by far the best and probably the most influential toward me making my final decision. There was one in particular where the guy was just getting around to doing his first oil change after ten hours (VIOLATION #1). As he removed the oil filter and spilled it all over and ran off to find some paper towels (VIOLATION #2), I saw all the scratches and gouges he had already inflicted on his machine (VIOLATION #3 AND DISQUALIFIED!)
😂 Thanks, patdthomas - I chuckled when I read this. I'm hoping to bring higher quality to some of these videos and I do watch some of them, but usually after I have already made my own (so I'm not influenced on my content). Some of the existing videos from other reviewers are pretty good though and I still have a long way to go. Stick with me and I'll keep trying to improve. I'm always up for suggestions on how to make these better as well. 😎
I'm strongly considering buying this mower once I get my second stimulus check. Great video! The ending almost brought a tear to my eye. Almost.
Thanks, Rob! I'll try a just a bit harder next time. 😂 Write back once you get your mower and let us know how you are enjoying it!
I love my cub cadet 22 koler 46 inch deck. Here in Texas we have the big foot too.
@Chuck - awesome to hear... about both! 😂 Welcome to the community and thank you for the feedback!
This gives me hope that I will some day have a nice big lawn of my own. Reminds me of good times learning to mow around the red barn!
Thank you, Victor! The yard is certainly within your reach. Until then, you can come mow mine whenever you'd like. 😉
Quick excellent overview and very funny. Makes it easy to keep watching. I got one & do love the turning radius & the top speed but on my uneven yard it is a pretty bumpy ride.
Hi, John - that's for the feedback! And I totally agree - it can get very wearing on a yard like yours and mine. I did do an upgrade which helped a bit. Stay tuned... 😉
I love the decal on the hood, you really made that tractor your own.
Hi, Jimmy - Thanks for the feedback! We just got finished shooting a third video in this series a few hours ago. I think you'll enjoy that one as well as it carries the customization theme even a bit further. 😅 Welcome to the community!
Wow man hope your channel blows up, your reviews would be amazing if quick but to the point like this.
Thanks, Norm. Let's set what the future holds. 🙂
To "wash-out", put the mower on cement, deck all the way down, then run the water and the blades.... Would've cleaned most of that grass out. Try it, and you're welcome.
Thank you, Broken Like Me - I'll give that a shot next time! 😎
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana hi
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana I love your videos and the Cub Cadet
Make sure to run the blades until they’re dry, otherwise you’ll be replacing the bearing sooner rather than later. ;)
Great video. seems i'm about a year late, but i'm considering buying one of these and I think you have just about convinced me. very informative and entertaining at the same time.
Hi, Michael - thank you for the feedback and I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck on your purchase, and don't forget to add on a few upgrades. 😎
Thanks for the review
Just picked up the XT1 LT42B
Super informative video
Congrats on the purchase, Joseph! I have been wondering how different the new models feel compared to this one. Expensive with inflation lately, but probably better quality with model upgrades/refinements in the new generation.
never seen somebody taking such good care of there mower nice job
Thanks, Logan! It's fun to find joy in the small things in life. 🙂
Thank you for the valuable review. I've got one of these on the way; and, when it arrives, I'll be more prepared.
Thanks, Paul - I appreciate the feedback. Feel free to post your thoughts on the machine too after you've had time to review it.
Just purchased the 2021 version of this mower and great tip on checking the tire pressures. Mine were delivered with 35 psi.
I am not sure why I just watched that entire video. Well, I will say it was very entertaining. My entire yard is gravel, but I feel like I just watched Christopher Robin tell me how much he likes taking care of his lawn tractor. Got my sub! Thanks for the excellent video production Bigfoot Dad!
Hi, mcovey12 - thank you for sharing that unique perspective. 😂 Tomorrow I'm going to Rabbit's house to review his new garden rototiller. I'm glad you're here and thank you for your feedback!
I had read about people being perplexed on how to remove the mower from the crate and you confirmed my suspicion on just how easily this can be done
Just gotta get on there and drive it off - it's first off-road adventure.
I enjoyed watching this lawnmower review way more than I should have... Excellent job. Subscribed.
Great video. We just purchased our first riding lawnmower yesterday and it’s the same as yours, thanks for answering all the common sense questions I had but didn’t have to ask. 😂 I remember when I was young I knew a friend from church that had a landscaping company and he would spray all the bottoms and painted areas of his equipment with WD-40 he said it made it easier to clean and stuff wouldn’t get stuck to it anyone have any thoughts on that. Thanks again I subscribed so I can see your other videos
Hi, Rolland - you're welcome - I'm glad it helped. Yes, I think when I clean the deck next time I'll try housing down the deck with WD-40 to see if that works. Thank you for the suggestion!
This was a movie about a mower. Very informative
😎 thanks, SavvyDarxy! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Really nice and detailed video. We're heading out today to the get a 2022 XT1 LT46. Appreciate all the info and tips, they'll come in handy! 👍
Awesome! Feel free to post back your experience and initial impressions! 😎
What a great video. Great camera work and great audio and very informative. Thank You.
dogbreath - thank you for the feedback! We work hard on these so that's much appreciated. Welcome to the community! I love the user name. 😀
Awesome video, just bought the same mower and loving it! Thanks for all the tips man.
Hi, Phil! Thank you for the feedback and welcome to the community! Another video is due out here in a few days which will have some fun upgrades for your tractor mower. Stay tuned and hope to see you around more! 😎
I've the much older(2013) ltx1040, but essentially the same mower,only mine has the cvt transmission rather than hydrostatic. Its served us well and now has 260 hrs on it without much more than routine maintenance. I did end up having to change the pto engagement handle because it bent over time. Now it needs the blade brake replaced and new tires. I saw your upgrades video and those tires look like good candidates. I'd love to upgrade to a new xt2 in the future.
Hi, Cipher Code! First off, I love the name. There are a couple people in our neighborhood that have the LTX1040 (or similar model from that generation). They're still working great and mowing up the grass! Yes, might be time to give your mower a little refresh and turn it into something even more unique. Tires would be a great start!
Great video. And yes, the oil filter from factory was torqued down to 5 trillion foot pounds. My engine is different so I have the horizontal filter. Boy was that a chore getting that off. Its so close to the frame, no oil filter wrench would fit. I had to do the trusty ol stab a screw driver through it and twist it off that way.
But yeah, I love my XT2. Currently got the mulching kit on it. Which reminds me, I'm so late on getting her prepped for this spring. Need to do all that was in the video, plus blade sharpening.
BuNcH007 - 😂 If I could have thought of that line about the oil filter torque. I was in a conundrum because that's the trick I like to use too, funny enough, but I was trying to imagine the fallout I may have had during the video. But I do that with my truck's oil filter from time-to-time.
Yes, time to prep for Spring because the time has arrived! Good luck, happy mowing, and thank you for the great comment!
This is a great video though. Way more entertaining than the Cub Cadet manual! This channel certainly needs more subs
One caveat, Kohler doesn't recommend synthetic oils until after 50 hours of run time to properly seat the piston rings. Just for anyone with a new Kohler like me watching maintenance videos :)
deweys - thank you for the feedback! I appreciate you bringing that to our attention with the oil, and had I known, I would have used non-synthetic.
I agree - I would love you continue to grow or community. And welcome aboard! 😎
I like the flowers on your jeans
Every once in a while I get a comment that truly makes me scratch my head. 😂 But as long as you enjoyed it, that's all that counts!
New subscriber. I appreciate the step by step includes the basics that experienced people may already know.
Hi, Brendan - welcome to the community and I'm glad you're here! Thank you for the feedback - this is valuable to me and helps gear future efforts. 😎
Time !!! Blessing to you and your loved one's !!
Thank you, Demien - same to you as well. 😊
Great video ordered same model two days ago just waiting for UPS to deliver! Yes UPS!
Thanks for the feedback, Bill! If you're like me, I'd be tracking the shipment in real-time. 😅 Post back what your experience is like and welcome to the community! 😎
This review is gold.
Good choice ethanol eats the carburetor gaskets and dissolves the hoses for the fuel I often have top replace the. Gaskets when working on a mower that uses ethanol i use 93 octane gas I think that’s a happy
Medium good luck with the mower hope it lasts a long time
Hi, Hunter - thank you again for your feedback. This is good information based on your experience!
I have a late 90s Lawn Boy push mower and after seeing this video I remembered that I haven't changed the oil in that thing since 2015 (or earlier?). Yikes. Same goes for my late 90s Craftsman snowblower.
Good review 👍, and these are built in the US in Martin Tennessee. Where I work 👍
Hi M B - so awesome! I hope everyone is getting back to work there and production ramping up again. It's yard work time! 😎
Nice new cub cadet mower you really take good care of it
Thanks, Jjba fan group! 3rd season in and still running strong.
Cost tip! I just did my Cub Cadet XT1 LT42" 5 hour oil change at 6 hours and used a Fram PH3614 oil filter. It's a $5.77 compatible filter bought at my local automotive store.
Hi, CapeAnnImages - thank you for the tip! I often wonder how often these filters are relabeled and sold for different prices. 😀
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana I did some digging and found that Fram makes about 80% of all oil filters in the market.
@@CapeAnnImages - It wouldn't surprise me if Kohler filters were made by Fram. I can't find any information specifically on that, but it's plausible.
Love your sense of humor, I have the same mower and you explained everything perfectly😂
Thank you, Nima Tech! I appreciate your feedback. Stay tuned as I have another video coming out soon about installing some upgrades on this mower, which you may enjoy as well. Welcome to the community and I hope to see you around in the comments in the future as well. 😎
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana hi
Great video. OMG I didn't know there was so much to do and features available (like to cruise control). Didn't know about the wash out port. I've mowed for almost three seasons and don't have much grass on the bottom. Of course I never mow wet grass. Thanks again!!
Hi, John - I'm glad you enjoyed it! That's exactly what the video is for - hopefully a useful tool. I think the reason my grass was so built up was because it is frequently tall and won't dry out well because I don't mow it enough. 😅 I did totally detach the deck and cleaned it out a couple months ago. Stay tuned for the next part - you may enjoy it as well.
When using the wash port on the deck get it on concrete and put the deck to its lowest setting so it creates sort of a suction.
Hi, Braiden Waits - yes, I agree. Lately I have been using the wash port more regularly and have been lowering the deck as you suggest. Was kicking myself when realizing this after releasing the film. Thank you for stopping by and commenting! 😎
In my experience, to use a washout port properly you need 2 things:
1. A decent amount of water flow - most have this - I bring it up because in the country we don't have city level water pressure. AND
2. You need to park the mower on a flat concrete surface like your driveway. Lower the deck all the way down to the concrete. This mower has a wheeled deck, so you cannot get the deck flush with the concrete, which is its own, additional problem.
But if you can SOMEHOW create an area where the water cannot just immediately fall out of the mower deck but instead the blades are swirling it some before it gets to the side exit, it will wash the mower deck out. And leave you a soupy green mess all over your driveway. Cleanup that requires a cleanup = bad.
In conclusion: Washout ports are a terribly flawed design that has no actual USEFUL function at all, except the HOPE it creates in a potential new buyer. It's why NOONE bothers to even try to use one.
So, in my experience, I bought a Lawn Mower Jack. Much faster than removing the deck to do things like blade replacements or deck cleaning.
Hi, Freight Train - I'm not too fond of these washout ports either for the reasons you described. This is my second mower with a washout port and, well, it doesn't wash out. I like your idea of using a mower jack and just cleaning it out from underneath.
You will ALSO need a new deck in a relatively short time, spindles too. These "washout ports" should be renamed - "USE FOR A PREMATURE RUSTED DECK PORT" and SPINDLE BEARING FAILURE PORT......... A "water cleaning" does not remove all of the grass and what grass is still stuck to the deck will nicely hold/retain moisture to ENSURE a rusted deck in short order with the water being a spindle bearing's worst enemy....
be carful with the kohler courage, i recommend watching videos on it, they have lots of problems over time
Hi AmpExxxtreme - I have heard reports on the Courage engines as well. Luckily the generation I have does not have the Courage engine anymore. It is running the newer 5400 series.
On the wash port its recommended to do on concrete with deck in lowest position. I personally raise mine up and scrape with a stiff plastic putty knife.
Thank goodness I found this video!
I asked about the wheels because I knew something was off.
What is your recommendation for type of grease?
Thanks 👊
Hi, Greg! I just use good'ol general purpose automotive chassis grease from my local auto parts store. I like to use the red stuff so I can see where it's going. Hope that helps!
Great review, good tips. AND a Big Foot sighting all wrapped up with a pretty little bow. Thx
you should lower the blades all the way down when using the wash port it makes a big difference
This video is 4 years old? I just bought one of these today and assumed it was a new model or version. Hopefully it still works.
Hi, John! Yes, hard to believe, but it is. I think another one is in the queue somewhere. 😉 Congrats on your purchase and I'm hoping you like it so far!
It appears we may have the same model. Mine is the 2017 version. Would you be able to take a few pics/short clip of the carb and governor linkages? Mine tends to sputter want to stall out with the PTO engaged after its warmed up. I replaced the entire carb system with OEM Kohler parts and it works better, but I believe something along the linkages is missing or incorrectly connected. GREAT VIDEO! Thanks Bigfoot Dad.
Hi, Dale - thank you for the feedback! I'm sorry to hear about the carb issues. If you message me via my Facebook page, I'll send along a few pictures of my mower's carb I took for you this evening.
Just bought this model yesterday. Hope my experience is as great as yours. Thanks!
Hi, John - thanks for the feedback! I hope so as well. Let us know what you think after some use. So far, so good on my side going into season 3. 😎
Awesome. I get mine on Tuesday.
Congrats, Sup! Now on to the fun part!
I love my CC 46", i noticed a few ruts i hit and scalped my grass, definitely recommend lowering the scalping wheels one notch.
Hi, Quarantine Dad - agreed, I should probably set these down a notch. Thanks for the tip. By the way, I love your name!
Great video. I just bought a brand new 2022 XT1!
Thank you and congrats, Luke! I've been looking at them as I pass by in the store. They have a new, updated look now.
Great overview. You have a lot of talent for video-making. Hope to see more updates on your XT1. Maybe a 3-year follow-up is in the cards?
Hi, TheTayze - yes, your comment is making me seriously think about this. Stay tuned! I have about 6 videos in various stages of editing. So hard to find the time to get them finished.
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana Glad to hear it. I recently picked up the 46" variant of the XT1 and I find your videos really informative, especially regarding maintenance. Thanks for putting them up.
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana hi
Well well well today is the day just got back from home Depot with a Cub cadet 46 inch xt1 I'll be doing a vid of it later today or this week
Woooo-hoooo! Alright, Josh! I'm looking forward to your review. 😎
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana thanks man I appreciate it and thanks for helping me with the details and information 😎😉
th-cam.com/video/LWwv66cbxnk/w-d-xo.html here it is
Just bought one based on this review. Thank you..
Craig, thank you for your feedback. I hope it serves you well like mine has. A year and it still cuts and works like new. I did, however, add a few upgrades. Video coming out later this year. 😎
Very good info,thankyou, also I like your dry humor.
Thanks, Gary! 😂
I take my filters to NAPA or Carquest and get compatible WIX, Baldwin, or Hastings replacement filters.
Not only does that give you a higher quality filter, they are also up to 60% cheaper.
So, you can buy two or three instead of the other.
Thanks for the video. I have the same mower with the Chinese Honda engine copy.
Most importantly:
Romans 10:9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Picking ours up today. Very informative.
Awesome news, TC DA! Hopefully it gives you long years of lawnmowing enjoyment, just as mine has so far. 😎
The bag of wonders was pretty funny!
M 6706 - 😅 it's that magical moment. Kinda like when we were kids at the random prize claw machine.
Nice can you do a video this spring of a cold start to see how it's starts from sitting in the winter and do a update?
@Josh - Yes, I hope to do a follow-up this spring! I have some ideas and if I end up filming a video, I'll include this in there as well.
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana awesome I'm thinking about getting the 46inch Husqvarna or the Cub cadet 46inch what one your think I should get?
@Josh - When you move up to the 46" model, they are pretty much on level playing fields. The Husqvarna trailed behind the competition on the 42" so it was an easier choice. However, consider a couple of the refinements such as the deck lift lever - you will find that it is more precise on the Cub Cadet. If that's not a big deal, get whichever one is on sale and whichever one can be serviced easiest near you - they're both great mowers. 😉
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana ok awesome lol I can fix them if either one breaks or has a promble I will probably end up buying the Cub cadet but who knows maybe I'll end up with the Husqvarna lol with in the next week or 2 I will be getting one of them ( it probably will be the cub cadet because of the bigger gas tank ) I have almost 4 Acer's to cut so I need one with a bigger tank so the Cub cadet xt1 lt46inch will most likely be the one I was looking at the 42inch one that you have but I want one with a twin cylinder motor and I'm sick of using my 38inch tractors and 42inch tractors lol
@Josh - good luck and post back what you decided to get. 🙂
Use a zip lock bag around the filter and it’ll catch the majority or the oil when removing it.
WolfHunter1043 - this is a brilliant idea! Thank you for suggesting that. 😎
Question; according to Kohler the engine should be broke in with conventional oil for the first 50 hours of operation before switching to synthetic, personally I don't agree with this as kohler powered generators are shipped with a container of synthetic. I have been using a synthetic oil with a number in its name in all my vehicles since new, lawn mower and 4 cycle trimmer. I just received my new XT1 GT50 today and after the 5 hour break in I'm going to use synthetic as well. Excellent video !
Hi, Jimmy - yes, you are correct. I spent a few minutes tonight looking through the mower and then the engine owner's manual. I didn't find that specifically in there, but I was able to confirm that on Kohler's site. Buuuuuut, since I already did it anyways, I'll stick to it for now. 😬 With my generator (different engine manufacturer), it only required conventional oil for the first 5 hours. So, I guess my Kohler engine will be a test and I'll report back if I hosed it or not if anything happens.
Good luck with the GT50 - it looks like a pretty hefty machine!
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana When I change the oil at the 5 he. mark I'll be using Mobile 1 and Fram XG3614, some say the XG3616 is not a heavy duty filter but installed properly I don't consider it a problem. I really like you choice of oil, it and Amsoil have anti wear and cleaning additives second to none. But it's a cost factor for me, I run 10-30 in everything I own, it's cost effective and convenient. My Toyota's also use the XG3614. My only glitch with Royal Purple is the dark color, I have always watched oil for signs of oxidation, breakdown and fuel dilution by color, Not very scientific but decades of being a auto mechanic working on air cooled VW's and Porsche's early in my career you learn and use some things a little out side box to help know what an engine is doing. But RP absolutely an excellent choice.
@@Starkster50 - Thank you for the additional information, Jimmy! I hope you stick around and continue to give feedback on these. We have some more coming hopefully soon.
Outstanding ! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
Thoroughly enjoyed your review...enough to subscribe and receive notifications.
Thank you, R & S - welcome to the community!!
What a great video filled with great information and humor!
Best review ever!!!
Hi Harry - thank you for the compliment! I spent many, many hours filming, writing, and editing this with hopes it would benefit and encourage people. Welcome to the community!
I just bought one of these and am going to tackle all of the pre-installation tomorrow. For someone who isnt exactly a handyman, what tools will I need to complete all of the necessary installation before I can get to cutting? Thanks for your video!
quick question, what made you choose carb over efi. I bought a house with property (1 acre) and am looking to buy a rider now, i have had and still have a cub walk behind, but the efi caught my eye, just looking for some open honest opinions.
Hi, Stacy - I bought the carbureted one because the engine is made in the USA. The fuel injected one is made in China and I'd like to see it out in the wild a couple years before considering it. Don't get me wrong - we have a Champion inverter generator, which is made in China, and it's great! But the brand has been tried-and-true for many years. And the fuel-injected engines on the Cub cadet could be a solid choice too, but time will tell. I hope that helps and good luck on your purchase! 👍
I have the XT2 .... a fine mower, Quality.
Hi, 3Vimages - I was eyeing an XT2 a couple days ago - have you seen the new design? So tempting... 😎
Love the cc review, gonna pick one up tommorrow
Daryl M. - awesome! Post back and let us know what you think! 😎
@@BigfootDadExploresMontana and i thought i was the only one wanting one in the crate...
Update: i love it. Just put 5.7 hrs and did break in oil change. Wife used it and likes the seat adj. I like it and am happy with it so far. Thanx for the vids
@@darylm.9432 - That's great news! I'm glad it still running well. New video is being recorded now as we install a few... upgrades. 😉
Compared this to a John Deere today and one thing that struck me was the JD hood opens 90° and gets out of your way where the CC only opens to about 45° and leaves the corners sticking down for you to have to reach and see around. If everything’s on the backside of the engine I guess it could be ok. Is it not a nuisance?
Hi, Jese - That's a good point. When I was changing the plug last year, I really had to work hard to get it out and back in again because the hood was in the way. I almost removed it so I could see what I was doing better. So, yes, that part was a nuisance. Otherwise it's been decent to work with.
Thanks for your vastly informative video. Can you advise on which grease to use?
Hi, meh1526 - I just use general purpose automotive chassis grease. No need for anything fancy as none of these parts get real hot. I like to get the red stuff because it's easier to see if it's been applied. Hope that helps!
Can you do a video just like this one but for a 2005 LT 1022 CUB CADET Mower?
Great video and thanks for the care tips! Just got mine today.
Thanks, David! Let us know how you like it after you've had a chance to break it in. Congrats on the purchase!
Sure will!
Great video! I'm getting my new LX46EFI today.
Congrats, Joe! The XT2 is a worthy upgrade and I love the idea of having a fuel-injected engine. Let us know how you like it later!
Very informative. Great upload!