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**Drysnyaty** · 03-24-2009, 06:51 PM

It's that time of year again... yard mowing time. I have two crappy lawn mowers now, but as with computer parts, it's time to upgrade. One of my lawn mowers doesn't run very well. It's very weak. The other lawn mower runs ok, but the handle is very low and after mowing it kills my back. I have to bend over to push it. I'm not a giant, but I am 6'4" and a higher handle is necessary.

Anyways, I'm thinking about this one. John Deere JS25. It's green, it's powerful and it's a John Deere. They're supposed to be good, I'm pretty sure. My yard is big with a lot of trees, but to small for a riding mower with so many yard obstacles.

Anyone buy a lawn mower recently? I'll probably buy this weekend, but this is what i'm leaning towards now. And since my refrigerator I bought last year is now paid off with 0 interest, I'm thinking about getting the mower for 12 months no interest. Easy way to spend $30.00 a month maybe.

I also thought about getting a Toro... they're supposed to be good... except they're red and my neighbors mower is red.

Maybe a Lawnboy? They're green and made by Toro. Any suggestions?

Engine Brand:Briggs & Stratton
Engine Torque (Feet/lbs.):6.75
Engine Displacement (Cu. Centimeters):190
Cut Width (Inches):21.0
Deck Capability:Mulch or rear bag or side discharge
Transmission Type:Self-Propelled
Start Type:Manual
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Speed Control:Variable
Mulching Capability:Yes
Discharge Location:Rear and Side
Front Wheel Size:8
Rear Wheel Size:9
Number of Cutting Positions:9
Warranty:2 year consumer
UL Safety Listing:No
CSA Safety Listing:No
ETL Safety Listing:No
Rear Turf Wheels:No
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**Patgaepx** · 03-24-2009, 07:14 PM

should be fine for what your using it for... just bear in mind you pay more for a John Deere as opposed to a similar spec mower from another brand.

In all honesty I prefer cylinder mowers for the absolute best cut you can get on a lawn... rotory mowers seem to "tear" the grass as opposed to trim it correctly.

The only problem with cylider mowers however is the fact that once grass gets too long they can not cut them properly and require several passes to finish the job.

But once the grass is short enough... you cant beat a cylinder mower finish.

* Max cutting width: 43cm (17")
* Cutting system: Cylinder
* Number of blades: 6 blade cylinder cutting cassette
* QX cassettes: 10 blade cylinder cutting cassette and scarifier cassette available as optional extras
* Method of starting: Recoil
* Self propelled: yes
* Heights of cut: 6mm to 36mm
* Scarifying height: ground level
* Height of cut: adjustment a variable micro-set adjuster
* Handles: folding with 3 height settings
* Rear roller: yes
* Grass Box: Impact resistant polypropylene
* Engine: Kawasaki OHV 4-stroke
* Fuel tank capacity: 1.7 Ltr
* Maximum overall width: 60cm (231/2")
* Weight: including grassbox 48kg (105.6Lb)
* Noise level (lwa) 82db
* 2 year domestic warranty

£749.00

**Drysnyaty** · 03-24-2009, 07:28 PM

I don't know the conversion rate, but that thing looks more expensive than the one I posted! When my mom lived in Columbia back in the... oh 50's or 60's or something, she said they (the lawn people) cut the grass with a machete and that was the best way for the nicest yard.
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**casinobonusfrees** · 03-24-2009, 08:11 PM

**Drysnyaty** · 03-24-2009, 08:17 PM

Hmm.... that's a cement truck. You should have posted something like this:

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**qzgCVHex** · 03-24-2009, 08:42 PM

In all honesty I prefer cylinder mowers for the absolute best cut you can get on a lawn... rotory mowers seem to "tear" the grass as opposed to trim it correctly.

That is sorta what I was going to say.
To the OP, while you're at it, pick up a cheap disc grinder, goggles and ear protection. If you keep the blades SHARP, giving them a quick lick over every 4 to 6 weeks, you will get a really nice, smooth cut and the grass will grow a lot better, thicker and healthier. I mow weekly and don't use a catcher (unless I mis a week) and the grass cuttings act as a fertiliser - all good. You also get a very nice cut at idle speeds.
However, while flatting as a student, we used an old hand reel mower that did a great job after I gave it a good going over.

At the moment we use a 2 stroke as it was a freebee from some relatives but I generally prefer a 4 stroke as they're generally a lot quieter.

**casinobonusfrees** · 03-25-2009, 02:30 AM

Hmm.... that's a cement truck. You should have posted something like this:

noooooo, I meant concrete it over not plough it [rofl]

**Battwenue** · 03-25-2009, 03:55 AM

Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn!

**PerfectCreditForYou** · 03-25-2009, 04:06 AM

Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn!

GIGITY, GIGITY

**Romarionsion** · 03-25-2009, 04:10 AM

GIGITY, GIGITY

This is why we cant have anything nice here!

**Drysnyaty** · 03-25-2009, 04:28 AM

noooooo, I meant concrete it over not plough it [rofl]

Ohhhh... [rofl]
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**Candykiss** · 03-25-2009, 06:40 AM

Engine Brand: Briggs & Stratton, sounds like a good one to me. I have never had any engine problems with my yard equipment that is powered by their engine.

**Wahwlsnt** · 03-25-2009, 07:20 AM

If your yard is big enough to warrant it, I would totally recommend you invest in a Lawn Tractor. I've been using one for the past two summers and I will never ever go back to a push lawn mower. It's a quicker, more professional looking job. Plus your not killing yourself pushing a lawn mower in 30-40C / 90-100F degree weather.

**gugamotina** · 03-25-2009, 09:42 AM

who had the lawn mower sig?

**Romarionsion** · 03-25-2009, 10:01 AM

who had the lawn mower sig?

The one with the semi-naked guy on the rideon? That would be Foggy, IIRC.

**Drysnyaty** · 03-25-2009, 04:59 PM

If your yard is big enough to warrant it, I would totally recommend you invest in a Lawn Tractor. I've been using one for the past two summers and I will never ever go back to a push lawn mower. It's a quicker, more professional looking job. Plus your not killing yourself pushing a lawn mower in 30-40C / 90-100F degree weather.

A riding mower would be nice, but I can't justify it at this time. Compared to my current push mower, a new one will be almost as good as a riding one. I still need to go check out the Lawnboy mowers. They're supposed to be good and theyr'e green too.
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**qzgCVHex** · 03-25-2009, 08:06 PM

Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn!

Nice one - no excuse, though, as I know quite a few girls who mow lawns.

Welcome, BTW, don't let the youngsters scare you off and, if you have any problems with PMs or whatever, give the MOD's a PM - they love disciplining the kids.

**SarkisPioute** · 03-25-2009, 09:42 PM

Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn!

And if you were my g/f, I'd tell you tough ****, mow the damned yard yourself.

Women. . .think they can get away with anything just because they're girls. [rolleyes]

Actually I don't let my wife near the lawn mower. . .I know somehow, she'll end up losing either fingers or toes.

**JesikaFclq** · 03-25-2009, 09:48 PM

And if you were my g/f, I'd tell you tough ****, mow the damned yard yourself.

Women. . .think they can get away with anything just because they're girls. [rolleyes]

Actually I don't let my wife near the lawn mower. . .I know somehow, she'll end up losing either fingers or toes.

You married a retard

**AlexDatig** · 03-25-2009, 10:06 PM

You married a woman

Most guys do.

My wife offered to mow the lawn if I buy a riding mower. I'll probably be a cheapskate, get a push mower, and do it myself.

03-24-2009, 06:51 PM	#1
Drysnyaty Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 569 Senior Member	buying a LAWN MOWER It's that time of year again... yard mowing time. I have two crappy lawn mowers now, but as with computer parts, it's time to upgrade. One of my lawn mowers doesn't run very well. It's very weak. The other lawn mower runs ok, but the handle is very low and after mowing it kills my back. I have to bend over to push it. I'm not a giant, but I am 6'4" and a higher handle is necessary. Anyways, I'm thinking about this one. John Deere JS25. It's green, it's powerful and it's a John Deere. They're supposed to be good, I'm pretty sure. My yard is big with a lot of trees, but to small for a riding mower with so many yard obstacles. Anyone buy a lawn mower recently? I'll probably buy this weekend, but this is what i'm leaning towards now. And since my refrigerator I bought last year is now paid off with 0 interest, I'm thinking about getting the mower for 12 months no interest. Easy way to spend $30.00 a month maybe. I also thought about getting a Toro... they're supposed to be good... except they're red and my neighbors mower is red. Maybe a Lawnboy? They're green and made by Toro. Any suggestions? Engine Brand:Briggs & Stratton Engine Torque (Feet/lbs.):6.75 Engine Displacement (Cu. Centimeters):190 Cut Width (Inches):21.0 Deck Capability:Mulch or rear bag or side discharge Transmission Type:Self-Propelled Start Type:Manual Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive Speed Control:Variable Mulching Capability:Yes Discharge Location:Rear and Side Front Wheel Size:8 Rear Wheel Size:9 Number of Cutting Positions:9 Warranty:2 year consumer UL Safety Listing:No CSA Safety Listing:No ETL Safety Listing:No Rear Turf Wheels:No ________ Replays Sc Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-24-2009, 07:14 PM	#2
Patgaepx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 419 Senior Member	should be fine for what your using it for... just bear in mind you pay more for a John Deere as opposed to a similar spec mower from another brand. In all honesty I prefer cylinder mowers for the absolute best cut you can get on a lawn... rotory mowers seem to "tear" the grass as opposed to trim it correctly. The only problem with cylider mowers however is the fact that once grass gets too long they can not cut them properly and require several passes to finish the job. But once the grass is short enough... you cant beat a cylinder mower finish. * Max cutting width: 43cm (17") * Cutting system: Cylinder * Number of blades: 6 blade cylinder cutting cassette * QX cassettes: 10 blade cylinder cutting cassette and scarifier cassette available as optional extras * Method of starting: Recoil * Self propelled: yes * Heights of cut: 6mm to 36mm * Scarifying height: ground level * Height of cut: adjustment a variable micro-set adjuster * Handles: folding with 3 height settings * Rear roller: yes * Grass Box: Impact resistant polypropylene * Engine: Kawasaki OHV 4-stroke * Fuel tank capacity: 1.7 Ltr * Maximum overall width: 60cm (231/2") * Weight: including grassbox 48kg (105.6Lb) * Noise level (lwa) 82db * 2 year domestic warranty £749.00 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-24-2009, 07:28 PM	#3
Drysnyaty Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 569 Senior Member	I don't know the conversion rate, but that thing looks more expensive than the one I posted! When my mom lived in Columbia back in the... oh 50's or 60's or something, she said they (the lawn people) cut the grass with a machete and that was the best way for the nicest yard. ________ Green crack pictures Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-24-2009, 08:42 PM	#6
qzgCVHex Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 467 Senior Member	In all honesty I prefer cylinder mowers for the absolute best cut you can get on a lawn... rotory mowers seem to "tear" the grass as opposed to trim it correctly. That is sorta what I was going to say. To the OP, while you're at it, pick up a cheap disc grinder, goggles and ear protection. If you keep the blades SHARP, giving them a quick lick over every 4 to 6 weeks, you will get a really nice, smooth cut and the grass will grow a lot better, thicker and healthier. I mow weekly and don't use a catcher (unless I mis a week) and the grass cuttings act as a fertiliser - all good. You also get a very nice cut at idle speeds. However, while flatting as a student, we used an old hand reel mower that did a great job after I gave it a good going over. At the moment we use a 2 stroke as it was a freebee from some relatives but I generally prefer a 4 stroke as they're generally a lot quieter. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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casinobonusfrees Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 413 Senior Member	Hmm.... that's a cement truck. You should have posted something like this: noooooo, I meant concrete it over not plough it [rofl] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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PerfectCreditForYou Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 362 Senior Member	Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn! GIGITY, GIGITY Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 04:28 AM	#11
Drysnyaty Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 569 Senior Member	noooooo, I meant concrete it over not plough it [rofl] Ohhhh... [rofl] ________ LovelyWendie Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 06:40 AM	#12
Candykiss Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 484 Senior Member	Engine Brand: Briggs & Stratton, sounds like a good one to me. I have never had any engine problems with my yard equipment that is powered by their engine. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 07:20 AM	#13
Wahwlsnt Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 412 Senior Member	If your yard is big enough to warrant it, I would totally recommend you invest in a Lawn Tractor. I've been using one for the past two summers and I will never ever go back to a push lawn mower. It's a quicker, more professional looking job. Plus your not killing yourself pushing a lawn mower in 30-40C / 90-100F degree weather. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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gugamotina Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 413 Senior Member	who had the lawn mower sig? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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Romarionsion Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 480 Senior Member	who had the lawn mower sig? The one with the semi-naked guy on the rideon? That would be Foggy, IIRC. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 04:59 PM	#16
Drysnyaty Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 569 Senior Member	If your yard is big enough to warrant it, I would totally recommend you invest in a Lawn Tractor. I've been using one for the past two summers and I will never ever go back to a push lawn mower. It's a quicker, more professional looking job. Plus your not killing yourself pushing a lawn mower in 30-40C / 90-100F degree weather. A riding mower would be nice, but I can't justify it at this time. Compared to my current push mower, a new one will be almost as good as a riding one. I still need to go check out the Lawnboy mowers. They're supposed to be good and theyr'e green too. ________ Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Dispensary Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 08:06 PM	#17
qzgCVHex Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 467 Senior Member	Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn! Nice one - no excuse, though, as I know quite a few girls who mow lawns. Welcome, BTW, don't let the youngsters scare you off and, if you have any problems with PMs or whatever, give the MOD's a PM - they love disciplining the kids. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-25-2009, 09:42 PM	#18
SarkisPioute Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 540 Senior Member	Thats the great thing about being a girl. I could always have my bf or dad mow my lawn! And if you were my g/f, I'd tell you tough ****, mow the damned yard yourself. Women. . .think they can get away with anything just because they're girls. [rolleyes] Actually I don't let my wife near the lawn mower. . .I know somehow, she'll end up losing either fingers or toes. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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JesikaFclq Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 428 Senior Member	And if you were my g/f, I'd tell you tough ****, mow the damned yard yourself. Women. . .think they can get away with anything just because they're girls. [rolleyes] Actually I don't let my wife near the lawn mower. . .I know somehow, she'll end up losing either fingers or toes. You married a retard Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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AlexDatig Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 400 Senior Member	You married a woman Most guys do. My wife offered to mow the lawn if I buy a riding mower. I'll probably be a cheapskate, get a push mower, and do it myself. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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