850 HR. SCAG V Ride II Review | Not Without It's Problems

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  • @travismorrison904
    @travismorrison904 Рік тому +5

    Yes please do the toro grandstand demo and a video!!! I bought one this season as my main mower not because it’s a toro but because I have a great dealer and that’s their main mower product. I was going to get the scag but all the dealers in my area just don’t do people right anymore. I’d love to see your thoughts on the grandstand!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      I have heard that about several Scag dealers. That is a shame. I will see what I can do for sure brother and congrats on the new mower

    • @travismorrison904
      @travismorrison904 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 Much appreciated brother!! I like the grandstand so far ,but as you say it’s not without issues either. Thanks for the congrats and looking forward to your review!! Y’all try to stay dry this week if your near NC!!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@travismorrison904 I am in Ohio and we are supposed to get soaked this week, Be safe and God bless

    • @carlolicopoli2631
      @carlolicopoli2631 Рік тому

      ​@@DOCREAL1118q
      🎉

    • @Likethetacosauce
      @Likethetacosauce Рік тому +3

      I'm on my second Kohler engine on my grandstand multiforce. Things I don't like - controls are heavy and take a while to get used to, I wish the discharge opening was larger, there are a lot of bolts underneath the deck which makes it incredibly hard to keep clean and collects a lot of wet grass.

  • @LUKE--zy8un
    @LUKE--zy8un 10 місяців тому +2

    Ive been in this bis. since 1997 , and iv'e ran all the major brands . the scag v ride 2 is hands down the best most productive machine I've ever ran. I'm running the 37 hp brigs EFI. 975 hrs on it not a lick of trouble . I love the spindle design with timpkin roller barrings that are greesable.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  10 місяців тому

      That's one heck of a career my friend. I agree, the spindles are second to none! I am going to try the BadBoy Revolt next season. I feel for the savings it would be a good buy and worth giving a shot to. Thanks for watching.

  • @nifs159
    @nifs159 6 місяців тому +1

    Appreciate your review. I ran scag/wright for years. Swapped to Deere and I have nearly zero downtime now. They cost a little more but they are also worth more when I trade/sell. Cheers!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you sir! I switched to a Bad Boy and I couldn't be happier with it.

  • @coreyscutslawncare
    @coreyscutslawncare Рік тому +1

    Hey Doc, glad you guys are finally getting some rain, still waiting for some here in Omaha. Grabbed some big mulch jobs to make up for missed mowing since it’s so dry. I grabbed a John Deere 636M Quiktrak stander for all my yards since 95% have gated back yards and boy is that thing the bees knees. Racked up 50hrs so far and it’s a great little machine. Hoping to grab a 52 for year 2 in business depending on how many larger properties I can add. Keep up the great work and god bless. 👊🏻

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Congrats on the new mower brother 👊💯 That is amazing! Awesome to hear you got those mulch jobs as well. The Lord is good 🙏👊

  • @serenitytreeservice5448
    @serenitytreeservice5448 Рік тому +1

    Easy solution turn the bolt around,nut on the bottom. I change my blades between jobs sitting on the trailer “waist high”.19 year now, no matter what anybody says the blades have never came loose.that’s one reason I own 3 turf tigers.hope it helps.GOD bless

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Does it affect blade height or cut at all? Thanks brother 💪💯 God bless man 🙏

  • @shannonlambert8826
    @shannonlambert8826 7 місяців тому +1

    Scag is a damn good mower . I been having my turf tiger for 11 years and never let me down . The tweels , I think I’m gonna get some . This morning 4/9/24 cut my first place put it on the trailer and noticed leaning going to my next stop . Flat tire !!! Had to go buy a tire and go get new one mounted . Cost me an hour plus diesel driving and my time . I hope the tweels or worth it .

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  7 місяців тому

      It definitely is a great mower. The tweels saved me from 4 flat tires and down time already in one season. Worth every penny. Don't have to check tire pressure, not to mention the yards are level all the time.

  • @Tcw2019
    @Tcw2019 Рік тому +2

    The biggest thing I hate about scag is the bearing grease zerks and overall changing the blades. Like you said, put a regular bolt in it.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I like greasing them but I get it and the bolt just needs to be changed period!! With you on that man!

    • @viking56737
      @viking56737 Рік тому +2

      @@DOCREAL11182 things..Scag does not put zerk fittings on the front because they usually break off. The bolt design through the spindle is actually better for the consumer, the bolt takes more impact than the spindle if you hit something and other manufacturers use the same set up

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@viking56737 Appreciate that info 👊🙏

  • @WildCardMMA
    @WildCardMMA Рік тому +1

    I have always liked how the scag stripes. im at that catch 22 with brands my dealer is one of my fathers good friends so for me it's either gravely or cub cadet. I have like some of the wrights. but the dealer support for me is the key. im looking to probably get the prostance 48 next. for those bi weekly yards my little.32 is a beast get in and get out.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Whatever you use is ok, dealer support is so important. As long as it cuts and makes you money it will never matter. We are all at the mercy of the dealers around us. God bless brother! Great to see you man

  • @gildroyboothe2548
    @gildroyboothe2548 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for your review debating on switching from my wright to scag appreciate it

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      You would love the Velocity deck. You're welcome sir

  • @eastsidelawncare4388
    @eastsidelawncare4388 Рік тому +1

    Great review, I hope you find what you are looking for in a new mower.
    Have a great night!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Thanks brother 💪💯 I am sure I will. Only a couple new ones to go before retirement 😜🤣🤣

  • @TheLawnFellas
    @TheLawnFellas Рік тому +3

    My boy and I watched this whole video. He said that’s a nice mower. I said stop cussing 😂😂 joking doc. Real nice review honest review I say. They definitely need to change their blade removal system. 💪🏼💯

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      🤣🤣 Now that is a good boy. I am actually going to call Wednesday and ask about a Toro demo. Thanks Tony. Absolutely, it's long overdue 🙏👍

    • @TheLawnFellas
      @TheLawnFellas Рік тому +2

      @@DOCREAL1118 😂😂😂 he may be a scag man in the future.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@TheLawnFellas Amen!! Lol

  • @davidfitch7188
    @davidfitch7188 Рік тому +2

    Great video Shane , Scag are great. I have a tiger cub 52 2004 with about 2000 -2100 hrs . 24 hp Honda and two newer Scags so I would say I like Scag . ❤️🙏

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Thanks brother 👊🙏 You do have some beauties for certain. You could sell Scags for a living 🤣🤣 God bless brother

  • @justinparks3312
    @justinparks3312 Рік тому +1

    I have two of the v rides and love them but installed grease fittings on the casters and told my boy makes no sense for scag not to just install those lol but other than that love them

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I agree, what is $1.25 for a zirk fitting. SCAG can be cheap although they are among the best

  • @pilot742
    @pilot742 11 місяців тому +1

    Cool Season grass...Velocity Deck is the best cut. No other deck can compete

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  11 місяців тому

      I can't argue with that. They have the best decks on the market

  • @dhab146
    @dhab146 2 місяці тому +1

    You need to keep equipment clean as it reflects on first impressions. Scag and Wright are both great mowers.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  2 місяці тому

      Too busy working and my customers just like the quality not how clean my mowers are but thanks 🙏👍 Yes sir

    • @dhab146
      @dhab146 2 місяці тому +1

      Quality and cleanliness go hand in hand in business.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  2 місяці тому

      @@dhab146 No argument just very little time.

  • @jadonnoble5621
    @jadonnoble5621 Рік тому +1

    Just curious, have you ever thought about trying a Ferris stand on mower? The deck is extremely similar but they have some great comfort and additions that really make it a good choice. I am probably going to buy one after I am done with my vride 2. I like the vride but all of the grease points and the lack of ease of maintenance makes it a pain. I also think the deck lift doesn’t have enough support and the front wheels seem to catch on things a lot because they are too flat and aren’t round enough.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I have tried Ferris, too many grease points for my liking. Seems a bit over engineered but a very nice ride. Scag is super easy for me to work on but I am used to them 👊💯

  • @jaymeyers950
    @jaymeyers950 Рік тому +1

    Need to demo the cub cadet standing mower here there top notch

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      I tried one at the GIE nice mower 👍

  • @willspropertyservice438
    @willspropertyservice438 Рік тому +1

    You probably disown me. After this. But I have a John deer stand on 52" . It what I coukd afford 2 yrs ago. It had also 1000 hrs on and got it for 2800.00. I thought it was a go deal. But it does the job. And cuts good.
    Yes I hate when I feel bad for people trying to help. But I have learn my lesson as well. It my price that it. All on maintenance work as well.
    And yes Sunday my grand kids took to lunch and dinner. Have to hook up soon.
    Have a good week.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I wouldn't disown you for getting a great deal 🤣 You're welcome to come to church with us anytime and then we could do lunch with everyone

  • @jamespeace2369
    @jamespeace2369 Рік тому +1

    Ferris skips out on them caster spindle zerks to I had one mower get tight to spindle but I put zerk in and it smoothed out insane the lil corners these big company’s cut

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I agree! It would cost them 50 cents overall. Makes one wonder why at times. Ferris is a really nice mower. 👊💯

  • @norfolksouthernteir4produc943
    @norfolksouthernteir4produc943 Рік тому +1

    Scags are top of the line love mine now let me ask u this if u were to buy a Vride would u only get the kaw I’ve heard the 37 vanguard is a good motor but never been a fan of Briggs

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      I had a briggs and had nothing but trouble from it. Never going to own an EFI until I am forced into it. I will stay carbuerated for as long as I can!

  • @Boudreaux911
    @Boudreaux911 Рік тому +1

    Great review on your Scag Doc! I think it’s going to be hard to switch with different brands. You will probably go back with another v-ride! Great video brother👊💪

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      There is a great chance. I really want to try the Hustler. Glad you enjoyed it brother 💪💯🙏

  • @brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364

    Great review Doc. Every mower has it's pluses & minuses hey. Just tell it how it is. Dealer support is the other thing. My Bobcat dealer is excellent & looks after me really well. 8.40am & it was -5 celsius (23 F) here this morning 🥶, so I'll be starting a around 10-11am when things thaw out . 👊💯💪😎

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Wow!!! That is cold!! Brrrr!! Thanks so much brother! They all have pros and cons but I am happy with it overall. Dealer support is more important than the mower. BobCat mowers are getting more popular. Stay warm Mate

    • @brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364
      @brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 As you know I'm very happy with my Babycat. I wish the Bobcat's had greasable spindles like the Scag though. Cheers.👊

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 That is a big selling point for me. Can you have them put in?

    • @brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364
      @brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 Not sure. I've got a couple of spares now, so I'll go with that.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 Btw, I like your new mower

  • @jeffreylucas2027
    @jeffreylucas2027 Рік тому +1

    Great review man! Hustler and badboy I heard good things about too. Scag is wonderful! Have a good one man. I know what you mean about bi weekly yards I do them but it’s going to get to a point where I stop taking them on.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, Hustler is nice and Bad Boy is top notch for sure. Hope you're doing well brother. I appreciate all the support you show me man! I don't even want these yards, Lol

    • @jeffreylucas2027
      @jeffreylucas2027 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 iam doing well man I’ll have to show you all the new yards I took on this year it’s exploded for me

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@jeffreylucas2027 That is such a blessing! Congrats brother!

  • @E.L.C.
    @E.L.C. Рік тому +1

    I know scag is a awesome machine but I don't regret my bobcat zs4000 52 with the efi

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Heck no brother, that is a nice machine. You should do a video on it and how you like it

  • @ronslawnscrystalriver2151
    @ronslawnscrystalriver2151 Рік тому +1

    Thanks! Shoutout from my Wright 52X😂

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Bro, are you kidding 🙏🙏 You have no idea how that helps. Your Wrights look brand new 👊💯🇺🇸

  • @kevinparker7550
    @kevinparker7550 Рік тому +2

    If you were starting all over, what equipment would you get? Trailer or ramp rack?

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Definitely a tralier. A 48" V Ride II and a 52" V Ride II Those would be the 2 mowers I would own and of coarse hedge trimmers and blower, trimmer. I would have qwik-chutes on both mowers.

    • @kevinparker7550
      @kevinparker7550 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 thank you. I was wondering if you were going to throw bad boy in there. I have breakers for most of every brand within 40 min from me. Bad boy is an hour. I’m in Washington, PA and that dealer is also Veteran Owned. I appreciate your reviews and videos

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@kevinparker7550 Thanks Kevin. Man, If I had a Bad Boy dealer I would be a proud owner. They are one fine mower

    • @kevinparker7550
      @kevinparker7550 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 that’s all I need to hear

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@kevinparker7550 Hope it helps man. If you are starting please keep in touch with your progress

  • @spenny9274
    @spenny9274 Рік тому +1

    No such thing as issues with the Scag VR2.
    I’ve ran ran a 52” for 5 years and it’s exceeded my expectations. It’s also a carb kawi.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Lol. I only wish that were true. Love the Kawi Carb. engine brother! Thanks for the support brother

  • @jeffabbett9652
    @jeffabbett9652 Рік тому +1

    Ran Scags for 12 years great mores you’d as nails. But 7 years ago bought John Deere because of 0% instrrest saved a bundle.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      How do you like those Deere's? They all have 0% now, They are definitely great mowers brother 👊💯🇺🇸

  • @ronslawnscrystalriver2151
    @ronslawnscrystalriver2151 Рік тому +1

    I agree, it’s thicker than my other face cloths, but I sent it to you before I tried it.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      I love it. The second yard it didn't fog up at all. Used it all day. 👊💯🙏 THANKS BROTHER

    • @ronslawnscrystalriver2151
      @ronslawnscrystalriver2151 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 you’re welcome Sniffles🤣

  • @grantensign2672
    @grantensign2672 Рік тому +1

    Deere does the same thing the bolt thru spindle, if you break a bolt off it’s just a bolt to replace and not a spindle!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Ok, that must be the reasoning behind it. Thanks for bringing that point to light.

  • @eddieh6429
    @eddieh6429 Рік тому +4

    Scags are great cutting machines, far as maintenance not so friendly, the engineering needs lots of improvement

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I disagree, I think people are Feeding you the red pill Big H 🤣🤣 👊 BOOOOOOOOM

    • @davesparks3907
      @davesparks3907 Рік тому +1

      Great footage brother, I've ownscag since 2000 ,run kawasaki, they all have quirks but haven't been nothing major ,a pto ,safety switch, pto switch but no real issues ! And for the customers that like to put off or delay cut ,they pay !! Have a great week , stay dry ,an stay hydrated! Take care Shane

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@davesparks3907 Couldn't agree more brother 👊💯🙏 Scag has been a quality machine for me. You do the same brother 💪

    • @eddieh6429
      @eddieh6429 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 You may have forgotten about I was very close to buying one, I demoed and I liked it, I think Scag makes it a little more complicated than it has to be to do the maintenance on it, just my opinion

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@eddieh6429 I forgot, I think you have to own one to see it's not really the case but I can see the point. I still love you Big H!!!

  • @diyjeff1838
    @diyjeff1838 7 місяців тому +1

    They dont put the zerk in, so they dont get snapped off.

  • @eddieh6429
    @eddieh6429 Рік тому +2

    Rain here NC all week 😩

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Get some rest buddy 👊💯

    • @travismorrison904
      @travismorrison904 Рік тому +2

      Hope we can make the best of it!! Certainly a work plan bummer!!

  • @ethandieringer2102
    @ethandieringer2102 2 місяці тому +1

    How much do the tweels stick out on each side with the 48 inch deck.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  2 місяці тому

      They don't stick out. It's basically the same as running the air tires

  • @emellina1
    @emellina1 Рік тому +1

    Oh the allergies. You’re not alone. Great update on your Scag…one day you’ll buy a Wright. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      Allergies are horrid 🤣 Did you say right or wright 🤣🤣👊 She is getting old but still running strong

  • @NewVisionLCS
    @NewVisionLCS Рік тому +2

    I think Scag, Toro and Grasshopper make the best mowers!

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      There really are so many! That is a good list. I am going to try to test the Toro and see what they are about. I think Grasshopper would be a beauty to own.

    • @NewVisionLCS
      @NewVisionLCS Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 the only thing I don't like about my Toro is the touchy hydros.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@NewVisionLCS All stand ons are that way brother

    • @NewVisionLCS
      @NewVisionLCS Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 Ohhhhhh!!

  • @blacksmokematters4521
    @blacksmokematters4521 Рік тому +3

    Time to get that toro grand stand boy lol

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      I will give it a Demo but I don't think it will change my mind

    • @blacksmokematters4521
      @blacksmokematters4521 Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 I think you will when you see it stripe and cut 😉

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@blacksmokematters4521 Maybe, we shall see

  • @_Pat1984_
    @_Pat1984_ Рік тому +1

    I have the same mower in you’re opinion are the tweels worth it ?

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      100% yes they are sir! I didn't want to spend the money but they are worth every penny.

    • @_Pat1984_
      @_Pat1984_ Рік тому +1

      @@DOCREAL1118 thank you I’ve been thinking on it a lot

  • @ramirocortez6392
    @ramirocortez6392 Рік тому +1

    👍👍💯

  • @phil9171
    @phil9171 Рік тому +1

    Good info.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Thanks Phil. Hope you had a great weekend!

  • @luciano-km7mq
    @luciano-km7mq Рік тому +1

    Hustle and Hydrate

  • @jmaugans73
    @jmaugans73 Рік тому +1

    845 or 850, whatever it takes

  • @WhiteTigerFire
    @WhiteTigerFire Рік тому +1

    i would of been Good Til I Blow My Riding Lawn mower up Now i Cant Get a new one any time Soon so i Dont know what i am Going to Do

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Sorry to hear that man. That is unfortunate.

  • @williambeverly1172
    @williambeverly1172 Рік тому +2

    Lol, the brake is hard to pull🤣🤣

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      Definitely, have you tried one? 🤣🤣

    • @williambeverly1172
      @williambeverly1172 Рік тому +1

      In the process of purchasing, will definitely check that out vs the competition.

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      @@williambeverly1172 Just give it a look, you may like it. It's been great for me. Let me know what you decide on brother!

  • @rodneyturner6892
    @rodneyturner6892 Рік тому +2

    Roll tide

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      ROLL TIDE! I am actually a Michigan fan, lol. Don't hate me brother

    • @rodneyturner6892
      @rodneyturner6892 Рік тому +1

      @DOCREAL1118 your key chain said A for roll tide correct lol

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому

      @@rodneyturner6892 It does, I was a Bama fan. Buddy of mine bought that for me. I am a fan of both teams but Michigan at heart

  • @harrisoncomerford9431
    @harrisoncomerford9431 Рік тому +1

    Scag is the best lawnmower ever made. It’s got 850 hours. Go buy something else

    • @DOCREAL1118
      @DOCREAL1118  Рік тому +1

      I am now at 927 hrs. and still running strong.

  • @TomDobyMowerRepair
    @TomDobyMowerRepair Рік тому +3

    i never had children but i been called "daddy" a few times