Re: Buying a Lawn and Garden Mower/Tractor

Posted by john d. on April 14, 1999 at 14:43:09:

In Reply to: Buying a Lawn and Garden Mower/Tractor posted by Bill Nutile on April 13, 1999 at 18:12:50:

Don't make plans for not being around much longer unless you've got solid reasons for thinking that! My dad bought a Wheelhorse hydrostatic when he was nearly 60 and thought it would outlast him. I don't know about that, as he's 87 now and they're both still going strong!
Definitely consider the hydrostatic drive option. Some of these also feature hydraulic lift for the mower deck, and that makes life easier if arthritis becomes a factor.
My father-in-law bought a big Craftsman a few years ago, and took the maintenance contract on it. That wasn't cheap, but it's paid for itself many times over. Dad's old Wheelhorse is of a little tougher design than some of their newer ones, but for user-friendly design and being easy to work on, give them a good look. I've got a Deere which has been a good one, but new ones are VERY pricey. My advice is to not buy one until you spend an hour or so working with it, or one nearly like it!

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