"William W. Plummer" wrote in message
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Steveo wrote:

"Srgnt Bilko" wrote:

"Steveo" wrote in message
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"Roll Tide" wrote:

If you spend more than $1350.00 you could be riding a Deere.


Yep, disposables are in that price range. 5-10 years depending on
care and application. Buy the one with the most engine and frame.

People are paying that much for 10 year old JD's around here. I bought
my 110 for $850 about 5 years ago and I think it was 15 years old when I
got it - but I have had a tie-rod end break - and I do have to change
the
oil and put gas in.


I understand your point, but for an average consumer that cuts his acre
the mtd machines ain't bad for $1350 brand new. Like I said, it depends
a lot on the application and maintenance..biggest engine and frame in
that price range, if it was me on that budget.

Biggest is not best. I have about an acre to cut with lots of gardens
and trees. My Sears lawn tractor plus mowing deck is actually too big
and doesn't turn corners as easily as a real riding lawn mower

I bought a used 18hp twin cyl Craftsman a couple years ago and it wouldn't
turn at all - front wheels just plowed when I turned the steering wheel.
Turned around and sold it toot sweet.

"Steveo" wrote in message
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"Srgnt Bilko" wrote:
I like them because they employ people that live around me, and
they make the most bang for the buck in small to medium sized
lawn tractors.

They also make some nice high-end gear with that cub line.

American made still gets my attention.

And mine. I bought a Craftsman 42" about 4 years ago and it has been trouble
free. It's got the Kohler 17 hp engine and the whole mower including the
tires is made here in the USA.

You have to try out a Dixon ZTR before you buy anything.

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You have to try out a Dixon ZTR before you buy anything.



As long as you have level ground. They don't hold up to hilly ground.

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