Does it have all the anti-scalp wheels on the deck? Looks like there's a bunch of them... They typically have a profile to help the deck slide sideways when turning and are height adjustable.
New-to-Me 2013 ZT-60 tearing up yard
Greetings forum lurkers-
Last fall I bought a used ZT-60 991084 model, 2013 year model with 425 hours on the meter. It sat outside for awhile because while the paint is in pretty good shape, the seat has delaminated from the frame, some of the decals are gone, etc. It seems to run pretty well after I changed the oil and filter in the Kawasaki and did the same for the hydraulic drives - that oil was mixed with water and resembled a milkshake! Blades look almost new, never been sharpened that I can see with multiple divots near the leading edge. Took care of that.
The only complaint that I have so far is that it's really rough on the grass when you turn - digs trenches. Anyone have any ideas about remediating this?
Otherwise I'm quite happy with it - it cuts better than the JD-757 I replaced...
Last fall I bought a used ZT-60 991084 model, 2013 year model with 425 hours on the meter. It sat outside for awhile because while the paint is in pretty good shape, the seat has delaminated from the frame, some of the decals are gone, etc. It seems to run pretty well after I changed the oil and filter in the Kawasaki and did the same for the hydraulic drives - that oil was mixed with water and resembled a milkshake! Blades look almost new, never been sharpened that I can see with multiple divots near the leading edge. Took care of that.
The only complaint that I have so far is that it's really rough on the grass when you turn - digs trenches. Anyone have any ideas about remediating this?
Otherwise I'm quite happy with it - it cuts better than the JD-757 I replaced...
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tabora,
The anti-scalp wheels are there, the deck doesn't dig in - it's the rear wheels that do the scalping, or otherwise trash the grass, they spin when I make any kind of a turn or reverse to cut around an obstacle.
Thanks!
The anti-scalp wheels are there, the deck doesn't dig in - it's the rear wheels that do the scalping, or otherwise trash the grass, they spin when I make any kind of a turn or reverse to cut around an obstacle.
Thanks!
Are the tire pressures correct? They are typically pretty low PSI (my rear tires on my Toro are 13PSI). If so, what does the tread look like?it's the rear wheels that do the scalping, or otherwise trash the grass, they spin when I make any kind of a turn or reverse to cut around an obstacle.
You don't state how you are making your turns. Typically you would use a three point turn to avoid tearing up the turf. Any time you lock up one wheel to make your turn you will tear up the grass. The idea is to keep all the wheels rolling while making your turns.
I have a neighbor that has a professional lawn service do the house lot and an empty lot next door. They spin that Zero Turn around on a dime and leave torn up grass and bare spots every turn. Bill
I have a neighbor that has a professional lawn service do the house lot and an empty lot next door. They spin that Zero Turn around on a dime and leave torn up grass and bare spots every turn. Bill
If your grass is thick...very thick.....you will likely see much less scuffing or tearing with a 3-point turn. If your grass is very thin and you can see dirt, you will see more scuffing and tearing. The idea is ( as mentioned) keep the wheels moving and with less pivoting and twisting. If your tires are not the turf friendly variety but more aggressive tire pattern, it makes turning even tougher. If the grass is wet or damp, you are going to leave tracks or ruts. Speed kills!..Slow down.
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