I bought the Honda Mower in 2006 and 9 years later, I couldn't be happier with it. The selling point for me was the ability to slide a lever from full bag to full mulch and anywhere in between. The fact that it still starts on the first or second pull is just another plus.
Regarding mower maintenance, that's my personnal tips here: Oil: Change at the start of each mowing season, 10W-30 is pobably fine All-around greasing of tractor: Before each mowing season Air filter: Change when dirty Fuel: Don't bother emptying the tank at the end of the season, don't bother with stabilizer Blade: Sharpen with a file before each mowing season, change when too much metal has been filed away Spark plug: Don't tough them unless engine runs bad Belts: Change when they break, get any belt that fits, don't need to be a "LAWN MOWER" belt Tire: Check pressure at the start of each mowing season, 10 psi all around is probably good Store your machine indoors and clean the deck after 5 cuts. Never had any trouble.
Simon Richard I'd have to suggest adding stabilizer to combat old gas in these engines. Stabilizer such as sea foam also helps clean out gunked up carbs. It's done wonders for my saws, zero turns, and tractors I've owned. Old gas gumming up is one of the most preventable and easy was to keep them running and starting perfectly.
I already knew most of this, since we have sold lawn and garden products for over forty years. Many of their trip rated products we sell, and have sold, for many years.
Crisp Cuts Landscaping We have a thirty year old Yard Man Mower that still runs very well, and I do abuse it! We sell these products (Except Yard Man, which in the past, we did), and have been reasonably reliable, as long as you care for them with the proper maintenance.
+Frederick Rothe III Ok. I do not recommend abusing your equipment, it is bad for the engine. I do repair engines as a side business, and I can tell you, I have not gotten 1 Toro or Honda in my shop yet. Only MTD and Husqvarna. But I agree that you can get anything to last if you give it proper maintenance.
Fun fact: you never see commercial zero turns on this channel because they don't want to put in the effort to show you the commercial grade mowers and just stick with the residential models because they are way more cheaper.
I'd like to see them review a few battery powered reel type mowers one year and compare how they compare to each other as well as battery powered rotary mowers. I'm certain that they'd perform best for most people, last longest, and require the least maintenance.
NEVER cut wet grass!! Always wait for the grass to dry. Why? To prevent clogging of the mower deck. The best time to mow is later in the day, before the setting ☀, as the grass has dried from the heat of the ☀, and it is cooler in the day. And ALWAYS USE FULL THROTTLE WHILE MOWING; prevents premature engine failure due to inadequate cooling. Look at the engine on your mower as a window fan; it needs air to cool the engine, the hotter it is, the greater the need to cool. You don't put a fan on low to cool on a extremely hot day, do you? So ALWAYS use full throttle while mowing!!!
I cut in wet grass, just not in extremely wet grass. To prevent clogging the mower deck, side discharge or bag. Also, clean the mower deck after you mow wet grass. I have clients yards to take care of, and I cannot wait until noon for the grass to be completely dry. I only wait until it is barley wet. And I take very good care of my engines, being a small engine mechanic myself. That being, I also always mow at full throttle, and check it every day.
Never cut in wet grass! Clogs Mower, and ruins the grass! Best time to cut lawns is towards the evening, lawn is dry. And doesn't hurt the grass as cutting during the hot ♨ daytime. Early morning is also good, as long as lawn is dry. This I learned decades ago.
Why buy new when a 30 year old used mower costs 50$? And it often cuts better, looks better than today's plastic toys and is easier to work on. I bought an early 1980's John Deere 116 lawn tractor a few years ago for $300, put another $100 in repair. It works perfectly and will probably last another 10 years.
justin knuebel You obviously don’t know much about these mowers because there’s also a good engines like flat head Brexit also Kawasaki’s and there is Kohler engines
I bought the Honda Mower in 2006 and 9 years later, I couldn't be happier with it. The selling point for me was the ability to slide a lever from full bag to full mulch and anywhere in between. The fact that it still starts on the first or second pull is just another plus.
They are amazing!
4gasem I bought mine in 1996 and it still starts in 1 pull
I bought a Toro mower in 1990 its now 28 years old and still runs fine. But I am starting to wear out.
I'm 13 and I cut my grass and it is great
Regarding mower maintenance, that's my personnal tips here:
Oil: Change at the start of each mowing season, 10W-30 is pobably fine
All-around greasing of tractor: Before each mowing season
Air filter: Change when dirty
Fuel: Don't bother emptying the tank at the end of the season, don't bother with stabilizer
Blade: Sharpen with a file before each mowing season, change when too much metal has been filed away
Spark plug: Don't tough them unless engine runs bad
Belts: Change when they break, get any belt that fits, don't need to be a "LAWN MOWER" belt
Tire: Check pressure at the start of each mowing season, 10 psi all around is probably good
Store your machine indoors and clean the deck after 5 cuts. Never had any trouble.
Simon Richard I'd have to suggest adding stabilizer to combat old gas in these engines. Stabilizer such as sea foam also helps clean out gunked up carbs. It's done wonders for my saws, zero turns, and tractors I've owned. Old gas gumming up is one of the most preventable and easy was to keep them running and starting perfectly.
Go with John Deere for lawn tractors, Toro for ZTR's and Honda for push mowers. They will last forever if you take care of them!
I already knew most of this, since we have sold lawn and garden products for over forty years.
Many of their trip rated products we sell, and have sold, for many years.
great guide!
but, can we please get specific model recommendations too?
They want you to go to the magazine, their website, and subscribe.
I can tell you that most Troy Built and Cub Cadet products are top rated.
I would go with Toro and Honda.
Crisp Cuts Landscaping We have a thirty year old Yard Man Mower that still runs very well, and I do abuse it!
We sell these products (Except Yard Man, which in the past, we did), and have been reasonably reliable, as long as you care for them with the proper maintenance.
+Frederick Rothe III Ok. I do not recommend abusing your equipment, it is bad for the engine. I do repair engines as a side business, and I can tell you, I have not gotten 1 Toro or Honda in my shop yet. Only MTD and Husqvarna. But I agree that you can get anything to last if you give it proper maintenance.
Good for reference! About to buy one and this provided useful info.
Fun fact: you never see commercial zero turns on this channel because they don't want to put in the effort to show you the commercial grade mowers and just stick with the residential models because they are way more cheaper.
Wtf 1:30 reel mowers can come with a bagging attachment!
I see how it is.
My dad and I have two lawn mowers
None of the manufactures make a side valve engine anymore it's just overhead valve versus overhead cam
I think Briggs still makes them.
@@simonrichard9873 briggs made there last side valve around 2012
I'd like to see them review a few battery powered reel type mowers one year and compare how they compare to each other as well as battery powered rotary mowers. I'm certain that they'd perform best for most people, last longest, and require the least maintenance.
I like the lawn mower that you just push and it cuts.
I'd like to see them review gasoline reel mowers
what about cut quality, blade tip speed and which cuts the best in wet conditions...
NEVER cut wet grass!! Always wait for the grass to dry. Why? To prevent clogging of the mower deck.
The best time to mow is later in the day, before the setting ☀, as the grass has dried from the heat of the ☀, and it is cooler in the day. And ALWAYS USE FULL THROTTLE WHILE MOWING; prevents premature engine failure due to inadequate cooling.
Look at the engine on your mower as a window fan; it needs air to cool the engine, the hotter it is, the greater the need to cool. You don't put a fan on low to cool on a extremely hot day, do you? So ALWAYS use full throttle while mowing!!!
You use high blades for wet grass
I cut in wet grass, just not in extremely wet grass. To prevent clogging the mower deck, side discharge or bag. Also, clean the mower deck after you mow wet grass. I have clients yards to take care of, and I cannot wait until noon for the grass to be completely dry. I only wait until it is barley wet. And I take very good care of my engines, being a small engine mechanic myself. That being, I also always mow at full throttle, and check it every day.
Never cut in wet grass! Clogs Mower, and ruins the grass!
Best time to cut lawns is towards the evening, lawn is dry. And doesn't hurt the grass as cutting during the hot ♨ daytime. Early morning is also good, as long as lawn is dry.
This I learned decades ago.
Why buy new when a 30 year old used mower costs 50$? And it often cuts better, looks better than today's plastic toys and is easier to work on.
I bought an early 1980's John Deere 116 lawn tractor a few years ago for $300, put another $100 in repair. It works perfectly and will probably last another 10 years.
I have a 2002 LT150 by John Deere and could not be happier. Also, I have a 1980's John Deere RX75 that couldnt run better.
I agree: I am eyeing a 1984 riding mower. I hope to look at what Consumer Reports ranked what riding mower(s) were the best for '84.
I have a reel mower with a bag
ANY PUSH MOWERS WITH DRAIN PLUG.
Electric pto and a hydrostatic. God no
and noise levels
Lol
Whatever you do, stay away from briggs and stratton. Hondas are the best.
IMHWO: bias against battery powered mowers here; some info absolutely not not correct. Research info for yourself, folks. PLEASE.
ego is the best
Only buy a Honda
justin knuebel You obviously don’t know much about these mowers because there’s also a good engines like flat head Brexit also Kawasaki’s and there is Kohler engines
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