On 10 Oct 2004 19:04:42 GMT, c (TOM KAN PA) wrote:

I'm debating between a Lawnboy 6.5 hp 2 cycle self propelled vs. a 6.5 hp
Toro/Lawnboy 4 cycle self propelled mower. I prefer a 2 cycle, but for $20 more
than the Lawnboy, the Toro is electric start.
I sort of like this feature. I've always owned 2 cycle mowers, I like the fact
that you don't have to worry about changing or checking oil.
Since they're the same h.p., would they have the same power? As for as
cutting/mulching grass?
Are there any other pros or cons of a 4 cycle over a 2, or visa versa?


Four cycle engines:
Require oil changes
Checking oil level regularly
Less noise
May not lubricate well when operated on steep slopes
Has more torque than the 2-cycle counterpart
Easier to repair
No need to have a separate oil-gas mix container.
Uses 30W oil
Less polluting

I bought the Self-Pace Toro a couple months ago (no electric start)
and really like it. It mows faster than the 21" Honda mower (due to
the self pace feature and the 22" blade). It takes a couple mowings
to get used to the self-pace feature, but once you get the hang of it
I think you'll like it. It starts on the first pull, every time. For
a new Toro mower I recommend changing the oil after 2 hours of use and
again 2 more hours of use--the break in period turns the oil black
quickly.