"Steve" wrote in message news:2Fmna.240393$Zo.44359@sccrnsc03...
Ron B wrote in message
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On 14-04-03 14:09, in article ,
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On Mon, 14 Apr 2003 15:14:14 GMT, "Tim Fischer"
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Good luck with your Sears Crapsman, er. *Craftsman* mower.

Yeah...my neighbor cheaped out and bought a Craftsman last year.
Within 2 weeks the transmission crapped out, and he actually had to
fight Sears to get them to stand behind it.

Finally, he had a relative fix it, because Sears was giving him
problems.
I guess all that I can say is 'Vaya Con Dios' should you purchase a
Craftsman and expect longevity in using it.

You get what you pay for...



I'd put my old 1983 Allis Chalmers 914Hydro(Simplicity) up againt a green
machine any day of the week! 20 years old and it still thinks it's a pup.


I whole-heartedly agree with you on this one. I have been working on
lawn-mowers since I was about 12 years old. I have customers who
bought a Simplicity in the '70's and only bring it in once a year to
be sharpen and tuned. Amazing machines that with the proper care will
probably outlast your desire to mow your own grass. Also when they
break down, the company is still around and parts are available for
them. That is a very important think to be mindful of. Also looking
for a unit with single piece steel deck is a good thing. Tend to last
longer and do not rust through like the craftsman.