Quote:
Originally Posted by garydee
The wheels are designed to ride the surface of the lawn for a presumed even cut. This is the cause of a lot of wear and tear on the wheels, mule drive and deck overall. I do not agree with this methodology.
I prefer to have my wheels just skimming the surface of the grass (not riding on the ground) except touching only when there is an occasional high spot. I believe that when the deck is "suspended" under the tractor, using the footprint of the tractor wheels as a gauge for the deck, a much more even surface cut is achieved overall.
If your lawn is a little uneven, suspending the deck as described will make your lawn look much better...like a smooth carpet.  |
I agree with your methodology. I had the same experience with my 54" and my 60" on a 2182, the wheels and mule drive took a beating! the 60" even has swivels and rubber tires for the deck wheels but they dont stand up overtime.
many years ago, I switched to zeroturns for the mowing duties. both of my cubs and JD mow much better and the decks are all suspended with the wheels acting as anti scalp features