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Old 03-15-2021, 09:59 AM
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I may be interested in a new mower/lawn tractor & have no idea of what to buy. I only have 0.6 acres that I cut once per week for 7-8 months , but I am a disabled vet & it is getting hard for to to use a push mower. Just looking online at new CC’ s has me interested in a XT2 LX42. It seems to be well built & I like Kawasaki engines. I also like a Kohler 7000, too. I do not trust a B & S Intel or Kohler Courage & I don’t know anything about the durability of a CC engine, either. I would consider the CC 30” rear engine, but was told to avoid those.
Any recommendations will be appreciated, especially from people with experiences with these engines & their transmissions . Thanks
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Old 03-15-2021, 10:12 AM
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There is a BIG difference between a mower and a tractor. I assume you are wanting a tractor ??

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Old 03-15-2021, 10:13 AM
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I would be interested in a riding mower or smaller lawn tractor
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I don't have any experience with the newer stuff, as my newest cub is 2014. If you like a rider (not a zero turn), then the XT2 LX42 looks like a well suited mower for your duties of mowing the yard. However, I did read that out of 7 reviews, 3 of them were bad ones. Seems the electrical components aren't what they should be, particularly the starter switch module. The front end also looks like a Transformer (BumbleBee).

If you plan on moving gravel, mulch, dirt, (probably not snow in your area), or other heavy duty lawn work (hauling wood, rock, etc.), then you may want to go with a tougher one, like the XT3 GSX series.

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Old 03-15-2021, 04:16 PM
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Nothing but grass here in Florida. Thanks.
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I strongly suggest you forget the new(er) tractors and find a 1641 Cub Cadet. $4-$800 will get you in business for a mostly trouble free tractor that will run a long time and do a great job.

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I have a great running 1529 that may last for years, if I can get the spindles repaired or replaced. I have an ongoing thread about it.
This mower has a 19hp Kawasaki that runs great with a good transmission, too.
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You could buy new spindles for that mower. Cheaper than buying a new mower.
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My 1529 has 460 hours on it & needs numerous repairs, but nothing major, other than spindles. Is 460 hrs a lot ? I take good care of everything own.
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Around here 460 hrs. would be like buying a brand new one.
But it really depends if you want to work on it or not. Everything
requires upkeep, even new. Good luck.

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