This Zero Turn Will Slay Your Lawn
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2019
- Ferris makes a great zero-turn mower that has so many great qualities. In this video, I will review my Ferris zero turn mower covering built quality, features, capabilities, and ride quality.
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JW W thanks for the advice. I will definitely do that.
Great video fun and informative thank you
Thank you for the feedback
Shopping this week for a Ferris this week to replace a 11 year old Yardman Garden tractor. Both the wife and I have serious back issues. What I'm more impressed with is that you comment and answer every message(love that). Not too many you tubers do that. Thanks for your dedication
Awesome to hear about the upgrade Steve. Thanks for recognizing my dedication to the comments, but I'm pretty small so they aren't too much to handle. I hope you enjoy your new tractor.
dont get the briggs motor its a dog get kawaski
if u buy one please go with kawaski so much more power
I’m seriously considering buying this model. Your video was very informative, thanks!
Awesome JR, thanks for the great feedback. I also did a review on the bagger system for this model if you are going down that road as well. Just mowed yesterday and still love it.
I never used this mower . But I am going to use one ( ferris) this week . Thanks great video.!....now I won't be so in the dark about it
Thanks for watching and thanks for the compliment. Have fun this week and let me know what you think of the ride and cut.
I am thinking about buying this mower next year. I owned a simplicity citation 2007 model and just recently sold it. Used it since 2007 to cut 10 to 13 lawns fof families in my area of Richmond,va. The citation was the twin to ferris 1500 model. Only dirrerenc was that the ferris 1500 had 25 hp Kawasaki engind and was painted red. It also was 1 mph faster then the simplicity citation which had a b&s vanguard commercial engine on it.
Sounds like you know your stuff Harold. I think if you pull the trigger you will love this mower. I have an entire season under my belt with this mower and couldn't be happier.
Just ordered one of these yesterday. I went with the Vanguard motor & suspension seat. My yard is also bumpy & soft in a lot of places, and I've only ever mowed with a Craftsman lawn tractor in the past. Thanks for the review, it definitely helped me confirm that it was the right choice!
Flstateox. Thanks so much for the feedback. I'm glad my video could help. It is a big time purchase congratulations I'm sure you will love it.
Flstateox what deck size did you go with?
@@HaulYT 61". Just confirmed delivery for tomorrow. I was hoping to put off this purchase a little longer, but I just dealt with my second no call/no show discount lawn service. Apparently anybody who's worth a damn wants (and no doubt deserves) more than I'm willing to pay monthly. I have one of the bigger Kubota CUTs for the pastures and really nasty stuff, but if I've got to mow my own lawn I want a machine that's fast & comfortable.
@@AustinOX_on_time great to hear. I love cutting my own lawn but if I had a pasture to go with it, it may change my story. I also have a big Kubota diesel for plowing and other stuff around the house. Terrible for mowing around trees. Keep me posted how you like the purchase.
bad mistake going with briggs should have went with kawaski lot more power
I have one on order 61 deck. Ready to go.
Great and happy mowing
On my is700 I bought a light kit from Walmart two lights and switch for 60. Ferris wants 250+ for theirs. And yes the light kit makes a huge difference at dusk.
That's awesome Joshua. Thanks for the heads up.
Great job buddy, thanks much
BTW, buying this model this weekend. Thanks
Thank you and let me know how much you like it
Nice video review very thorough and informative. Most Zero turns do not come with lights, so get the Ferris light kit as it is pretty much plug-n-play. There should be an expansion slot on the operator control station for a switch, which comes with the Ferris Light Kit.
Thanks for the nice comments and Im def gonna take a hard look into the light kit, I haven't picked it up yet.
Ferris is the only brand I roll with, can't beat the suspension and the wear and tear it reduces on your body, and the cut is awesome.
Love mine as well.
u right if they would not put a briggs on them and just stay with kawaski
Great review - smooth ride i myself running the briggs Stratton motor with 25 hr as well i agree with hill slidding with my ferris im noticing that butt it strips well thats a few pro's and cons
Thanks so much for the comments and thanks for the pros and cons. It seems we are seeing similar things.
Have you tried lowering the rear tire pressures?
Great video! My mower recommends engaging the PTO at half throttle. It makes the clutch and belts last longer. Thanks!
Thanks, David for the nice words and thank you for the maintenance tip. I will do this moving forward.
David Pouncey absolutely, as low as you can without stalling it.
Yet my dealer says they were factory trained to engage at full throttle.
@@skliros9235 that is just a dealer keeping the work flow coming...
@@wayne251975 Revenue after the sale.
The suspension blows me away on these, I’d buy one
Deborah they really are great machines.
For all you guys doing just residential customers and have small to medium yards, i would recommend using the ferris walk behind mowers. They are fantastic and leave a less damaging foot print on the yards. My opinion, thought id share.
walk behind u joking u must have a tiny yard
Stand on its the way to go for small residential yards. Walk behind is nearly the same price and you still have to walk. It’s just not works it unless your doing crazy hill sides or pond banks.
What kind of tool gives this video a thumbs down? GREAT VIDEO! THANK YOU!
Hey thanks. It's cool everyone has their opinions.
This mower is a great product and I got a great deal on it it is very expensive but it is worth the price I got mine this spring and I love it it has a very good ride and you feel like you're sitting on a beast I Haylie recently it you won't be let down
Very much agreed and congrats on yours. Thanks for the comment
Could very easily mount any style light you wanted and wire it in while making it look like a factory option. Thanks for the review.
Thanks Jeff for the insight.
When they put the new flatless tires like the John Deere has I’ll buy one! If no lights are the only thing you don’t like it must be a good mower.
That will be a great upgrade for all.
I have mine , a diesel for over 8 years, never had an issue
Love mine and we are just getting back into season this weekend. I'm pumped.
Had mine for a year and half mow bigger to residential, I looked at them all glad I bought it would recommend the 800 , no problems changed the blades to gator blades, made a big difference no cleaning under side of deck
Gator blades, hmm I will have to look into those. I haven't heard of those before thanks for that.
@@HaulYT your welcome
Power Mower sales out of Miami FL. 15 a blade I love them, both 2 sets
I purchase on Amazon a LED light bar and mounted it on a thin pcs of wood board. Then zip tie it to the roll bar for support. I also purchase on amazon lighter plugs in switches and wire it to the light bar. I mow all the time in the dark. The only problem in having the light bar above your head? You can hit something and knock off the light. And the light bar will tract flying bugs at dark time. You might use other lights down by your feet to avoid all the bugs in the face.
Thanks for the feedback.
Great video! I like the fact that he's very to-the-point and there isn't a lot of useless talk in between. QUESTION: I just purchased one of these yesterday. Do you recommend the mulch add-on or no?
Thank you and congratulations. The only attachment I have for mine is the bagger system which I also did a review on. I love it
How much for this model?
Nice review sir! Thinking about getting a Ferris zero turn to replace my Exmark 48. I do own the Ferris Z3X 61 and I love it!! What kind of camera are you using?
Thanks Tommie for the kind words. I'm not sure how I mowed before the zero turn life. I record my videos with the GoPro hero 7.
I have and exmark 48 and that this is a pos cuts like 💩
Thanks a lot for posting this video; I am strongly considering buying this mower in the next year or so, and your review was very helpful. I’m still undecided on are the engine and deck size. Are you still happy with the Briggs? Also, what are your thoughts on 52” deck vs. the 60”? Any input you are willing to give would be much appreciated!
Thanks for the kind words. I'm still absolutely in love with this mower and I have had no issues with the mower from a mechanical perspective or power. I chose the 52" deck due to my uneven yard I wanted to reduce the chance of scalping. The floating deck probably would have taken care of that issue but the 52" deck with the speed of the mower makes up for the difference.
Thanks for the input!
I originally had a Kawasaki on my 60" ZTR, it gave up after 6 years and I replaced it with the 27 ho Broggs and the Briggs put performs the Kawasaki completely. and cost half as much..I regularly cut 13 acres. I order the oil filters 6 at a time.
Nice thanks for the info
Awesome video. I just bought the is600z 52” with the Kawasaki. I was going to get the 700z and noticed that there wasn’t much difference but the motor size and $1,500.00. She’s being delivered tomorrow. I’m going to have to get used to it after 20 yrs with a JD rider. Originally, I was going with the BadBoy but decided Ferris. I hope I made the right right choice.
Thank you BJ G. Congrats on your purchase and I think you will be really happy with the Ferris. Let me know your thoughts after you get a couple of cuts under your belt.
never buy a bad boy mower
gregory mandile Glad I didn’t! I got 43 hours on my Ferris so far and I love it!
Still loving it? How is the suspension?
Nice review,have you had any issues with the mower since this review?
Byron, no issues to date. The mower fired right up for this season and has been cutting great.
Nice video how many acres are you cutting?
Thanks Robert. I have about 4 to mow.
I bought one in june, sold it in july lol. It wouldnt hold a hill for nothing. Slides around on damp grass like crazy. The tires need changed out to a turf master tread instead of the oem smart turf ones. Also you need to space out the wheels with spacers or washers to get a more wider stance. Possibly change out the entire wheels & tires and get a 24x12x12 size tire and a 12x8 or 12x10 wheel. You will more than likely have to relevel the deck if you change sizes but it will be worth it.
Thanks for your feedback Jeff. Sorry to hear about your issues with hills. I haven't experienced the same issues on my hills but it sounds like they just aren't steep enough. What did you switch over too?
Had to go with a Hustler super z. Its a hill holding machine!
@@jeffwhite8017 It sounds like operating differences more than mower itself, imo.
Is there any issue with scalping when the front tire dips into a hole since the deck is connected to the front suspension? I feel like it would follow. I Was looking into buying a is 600 but seen someone saying that it still scalps when the front wheel goes in a hole or if you turn fast since the deck is still all connect to the frame. I know there wouldn't issue with the turning on this one but i have a lot of dips in my yards and also stepping down from a 60" because I was having a lot of scalping because of it.
Michael I have not had issues with scalping with this mower. I did have a ton of issues with my Kubota tractor that was a 60". I don't have a ton of holes in my yard but I do have an uneven yard.
@@HaulYT Yeah I went out the day after posting my comment and bought one. Iv used it twice now putting 6 hours on it and i'm loving it.
Damn skippy it is worth it I have one and love it the light kit is a really nice extra you should get it very bright and sturdy........
I'm def gonna pick one up. These late afternoon mowing sessions are getting difficult with no lights.
You still loving it?
@@jonseay8887 Yes I have upgraded to the Ferris ISX 3300 72 inch cut and man what a huge difference I have the Vanguard 36 hp and you only have to change oil at 500 hours
Thanks for your opinion. My concern is that it look d like you bounce a lot
I have put on an upgraded seat for mine. This has helped but the bouncing was never enough of an issue that I wouldn't want this zero turn.
I just bought a Ferris 800 this mid summer for my commercial mowing. (It is on top of my two 700's which I still own and use regularly for my 50 lawn accounts.) The 700's do fine with the 27hp Briggs Commercial, and the 800 does better with the same engine, but a little better ride. One big advantage also for the 52 inch deck is the low cost (6.5 k to 7k depending on your dealer). Blessings
Dave that is great to hear. Sounds like you have quite the arsenal of Ferris mowers. I'm still loving my 800 after using it all summer long. It is great to hear that the 800 I chose has a better ride than the 700. The lower cost for the smaller deck is always a plus as well. Thanks for the comment.
So do you think i should go with kawasaki fs 23 hp or briggs 27 on this mower?
Thanks.
@@AB-mj5tm .. go with the higher HP Briggs Commercial, especially if you are cutting commercially, where speed, even in taller grass conditions is important.
Hello! I have the same mower with 48.2 hours. Has your mower changed in ride quality in the rear. I put my mower in every position with no change in ride. My rear shocks do not rebound at all. I step on the rear of the mower and shocks do not seem to rebound back they stay compressed down. I have a lot of bounce in the rear.
Pete I definitely don't have that issue. My ride has stayed very similar to when I got it. Let me know if you find out what the issue is.
Some time the shock will loose the gas charge over time causing the non rebounding action.
Cab N Air replied back to me last week. They are only putting those a/c cabs on the Ferris 3200 models. They don't advertise there price online. They say they have different options. But for the 61 inch deck with the mower and air conditioner cabs go for $26,500. And for he 72 inch deck $27,500 and that's cash prices. More if someone finance one. Plus shipping cost is extra. The 2020 Ferris ISX 3300 model sells for $13,000 in my area. So they got to be selling the 3200 model somewhere near the same. So the air conditioner cab got to cost at least $13,500 and up depending on the options they buy. To much money for me unless I hit the lotto someday.
Thanks for this info. That is very salty indeed. I didn't know there was an air conditioning cab option, I have never had to look into this option due to living in the NE of the US.
There a good mower very good to use have a is2100z it is around 8 years old now .lot of the deck parts are hard to get you have order then and wait up to 2 months . Have a cutting belt coming it is taking 35 days from the parts shop seem ferris warehouse is having some trouble supplying parts iam in Australia it may be different in lots places tho .
Alan, I haven't heard of that issue over here in the states but I was thinking of ungrading my mower for a larger one but probably won't pull the trigger until next season. I do love the mower the only issue I have had is some of the cover plates on the deck not staying on which is a minor frustration.
@@HaulYT we took the plastic guards off over the belt pulleys on the deck as small sticks got under there and kept throwing off the belt then the belt was cut when it was thrown off think the big ones with the desiel engines may be a good mower if you look after them .there is a mower called a red max not sure if there were you are but have looked at them they seem similar to a ferris to think there made in the USA. The parks and gardens people seem to use them .
@@alanlanghorn9528 Yea the sticks can be a pain with the covers that is a good shout. I haven't heard of the red max, but I will definitely check them out. There are a lot of EXMarx machines used for commercial cutting in my area. Happy cutting.
I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
Agreed
Any issues up to today? I bought the 700 3 years ago and looking to get an 800 this year. Thanks
No issues. This is my second season with the bagger system as well and I love it. I'm not the most mechanically inclined individual and I can change the oil and do most of the maintenance myself which is a huge plus.
@@HaulYT Thanks, I just bought the isx800 61 inch, will be here next Friday . Thank you for feedback.
@@cableguy43309 congrats. Let me know your thoughts then.
Nice review, you might want to engage/disengage at half throttle or less. Belts, etc will last longer
Chris, thanks so much for the heads up. I will certainly start doing that.
Where is the closes dealer to metter GA.
Walter I'm not sure I don't work for Ferris but I just googled it when I was buying mine and found a dealer within 20min.
Look on the Ferris Web site. They have a comprehensive list of all the dealers.
Bro, idle it down before engaging the PTO. It will save the clutch.
Thank you for the heads up
I would Have got at least a 60" deck.....
John I didn't go with the 60" b/c of the unevenness of my yard. Thanks for the insight though.
@@HaulYT did you ever try the 60" also always go with a kawasaki engine whenever you can.....
@@ironjohn5914 I had a 60" on my previous tractor for the same lawn and I was always scalping. I have heard that about the Kawasaki engines. I wish I would have went with that instead. I haven't had any issues but still.
@@HaulYT I prefer kawasaki and 60" decks and bigger, why waste time mowing when your time is valuable and if you really want to be impressed go with a Diesel engine.....
Diesel would be a future dream.
Kubota Z422 seems vastly superior. Comments welcome.
I'm sorry I don't know anything about that mower. I had a Kubota tractor before I bought this zero turn and loved it. Kubota quality I trust for sure, I got a Kubota UTV a couple years ago and love that as well
What zero turn has lights? You mention a lot of things that no zero turn has.
There is a light bar you can get for the ferris series
Ferris are pre-wired for lights from the factory. I negotiated the factory led light kit into the purchase of the macine. Most dealers will be happy to include it. Nice machine you have but you drive like a granny...you are barely running it to its full potential.
Thanks I didn't know that about the lights. I drive like a granny with all my stuff 😂
Your backyard is greener than Biden's "save the environment" plan.
Haha thank you I do my best.
2 months is nothing, 1 year minimum to get a good sense of whether it is a good mower.
Fair point I have had it now for 2 years and I love it still. Just an FYI.
When you guys get tired of buying those over priced briggs,, kawasaki,, kohler oil filters just go to wal-mart or parts store and tell them you want a ph3614 fram or it's equivalent in what ever brand filters they sell.. That filter will fit most all small engines with a spin on filter. I am a retired auto mechanic and have worked on small engines all my life, i personally don't like fram as they are the cheapest made internally, like a cheap china toy or any gm built vehicle/automobile GOOD DAY
Charles out here dropping knowledge. Thank you for that pro tip. Good Day to you boss.
No, not a FRAM. Absolute junk. Look up tests here on UA-cam.
@@dnsmithnc will do.
Only problem with that is if your engine blows, you may be denied warranty coverage.
Or a Wix! 51348.. I believe the same is used for hydraulic drives. I’ve had a simplicity mower for 12 years and it’s great! Looking at one of these mowers to add to my fleet.
get the kawasaki the briggs his a dog no power
Mine has done great over the years but I have heard this view a lot. Next one I will get the Kawasaki
@@HaulYT a 25 kawaski has a one fourth moe power than the 26.5 briggs ive had both