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Hey Guys,
I'm in the market for a new riding mower and I'm confused about a few things. First let me state that my only experience with a riding mower is with a White Outdoor model LT542H and thus I've developed a few opinions about things that I'd rather avoid going forward.
The belts have always been an issue. If I use the deck belt as recommended by the OEM it is constantly slipping off. I developed a work around by simply buying the next size down but this creates a safety issue as this makes the blade turn constantly. And if the drive belt slips off; its pure heck getting it back on. So as I consider a new mower, what options do I have to eliminate the slipping and perhaps even eliminate the drive belt? Also, what is this "Direct Shaft Drive" I've heard about from Cub and does it address my drive belt issue?
As for an engine, I asked my local small engine repair guy for an opinion and he was pretty set against the Kohler brand. His first choice was BS followed by Kawasaki. Some additional on line research turned up several negative opinions about the Kohler Courage engine.
The mowing deck on my White requires an occassional manual adjustment to level the deck. Is this a necessity for all brands?
Last of all is the PTO. Am I better off with manual or electric?
I know this is a lot of requested information but believe me, I kept it brief. All opinions and assistence will be appreciated.
I'm in the market for a new riding mower and I'm confused about a few things. First let me state that my only experience with a riding mower is with a White Outdoor model LT542H and thus I've developed a few opinions about things that I'd rather avoid going forward.
The belts have always been an issue. If I use the deck belt as recommended by the OEM it is constantly slipping off. I developed a work around by simply buying the next size down but this creates a safety issue as this makes the blade turn constantly. And if the drive belt slips off; its pure heck getting it back on. So as I consider a new mower, what options do I have to eliminate the slipping and perhaps even eliminate the drive belt? Also, what is this "Direct Shaft Drive" I've heard about from Cub and does it address my drive belt issue?
As for an engine, I asked my local small engine repair guy for an opinion and he was pretty set against the Kohler brand. His first choice was BS followed by Kawasaki. Some additional on line research turned up several negative opinions about the Kohler Courage engine.
The mowing deck on my White requires an occassional manual adjustment to level the deck. Is this a necessity for all brands?
Last of all is the PTO. Am I better off with manual or electric?
I know this is a lot of requested information but believe me, I kept it brief. All opinions and assistence will be appreciated.