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Re: Suggestions for walk behind mower (A little long)
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Posted by Slaab [Email] (#1275) [Profile/Gallery] (more from Slaab) on Tue, 30 Aug 2005 09:37:18 Share Post by Email
In Reply to: Suggestions for walk behind mower (A little long), Wil W [Profile/Gallery] , Tue, 30 Aug 2005 07:04:11
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There are a lot of factors to consider, not just price. How big is you yard (.5 acre, 1 acre), type of terrain (hilly, flat, uneven slopes), and type of grass (thick/lush, thin, uneven wear). These will determine cutting width needed, and horsepower requirement. More power is needed to cut thick/lush grass types. Another thing to consider is starting - can you handle the traditional pull start, or will you need an electric start mower.

For a walk behind mower, definietly a self propelled unit. These can make the job easier and safer. Some of the models will have the option to mulch, bag, and discharge. People underestimate the option to discharge; if the yard gets out of hand due to lots of rain, or lack of time to cut it, you could end up with a serious mess on your hands.

I've had really good luck with Craftsman mowers. Most will use either Briggs and Stratton, or Kohler engines. I've had these last 5-8 seasons, cutting nearly 3/4 acre. Simple maintenance is all that is required. And parts are readily available. Honda mowers are also very good (and pricey), and I believe John Deere has a line of push mowers. You could also look at Snapper.

I would be cautious buying a used mower. You do not know what maintenance regimen it has undergone. Just because the dealer just "serviced" it, I doubt that consisted of more than oil, air filter, and maybe a new spark plug and clean-up. What did the previous owner do? If you've resigned yourself to spending between $300-$400, you can get a very good machine brand new. Even at the $200 price point, there are many good machines.

Keep in mind that your mower is only a small part of a nice yard. A cheap mower that is well maintained with sharp blades will do a very good job.

Good Luck!

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