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Originally Posted by Dan from Ohio
Oh, ok, gotcha. Yeah, the XT2 LX42 has the 20 hp 7000 series Kohler v twin. Does yours have electric PTO? The 42 has manual. Not really sure how I feel about that. I am pretty used to electric. But probably not a big deal.
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I believe that Cub adds the electric PTO on 50"+ decks. Honestly I would prefer a manual PTO over electric that's on my 54D model. Reason #1 is more mechanically simplistic (no expensive electric clutch ) , and reason #2 is when I engage the electric PTO clutch it is VIOLENT and I get a lot of initial loud rattling ( due to the "Fast Attach" blade system), and vibration and it lugs the engine down a bit. Once fully engaged it performs perfect. My old Craftsman had a manual PTO and I could slowly engage the blades, very smooth engagement. If you end up XT2 , i've done a ton of mods to my 54D in attempts to avoid future mechanical relibility problems. Be happy to share all my experiences with you. Good luck