Recent content by Abrahamm

"Always try to have one side free from uncut grass, which allows air to be drawn into the mower" The above is in regard to not having the deck too low as a minimum amount of air is required for the grass to be properly cut O.K., so far so good, but the "one side from from uncut grass" statement...

Mobil 1 - 10 W 30 is what I plan to use when my 8 hour break in time is up. The dealer suggested a straight 30 weight petroleum base once the break in time is up, but when I queried him about using a synthetic oil he said that would be a good choice also. He again recommended a straight 30...

In the manual for my Toro MX5060, I've come across something that has me confused. Under the heading it says: "Cleaning the Cooling System": Remove the air intake screen (I have no idea what that is...?) air cleaner cover and fan housing. Clean debris and grass from the parts Install the air...

Or have it done by the dealer? I'm the proud new owner of a Toro MX5060 and the only thing maintenance-wise that causes me to gulp is this one. Right now, I'm thinking I'm really glad I bought my ZTR from a dealer cuz I think I'll have him do this particular chore, though maybe I'm making more...

I bought a new Craftsmen Model 917.28828 24HP Briggs & Stratton 46" deck automatic transmission, electric start, about four years ago and now has 350 hours on it. I've maintained it very carefully. I actually replace oil and other stuff a little more often than the manual states. This mower...

Hello. I'm new here and really appreciate the feedback I'm getting on all my mower questions. Thanks everyone! Abrahamm

I'm in the Houston, Texas area with 1 1/2 acres of St. Augustine grass (plus some unwelcome weeds...) I'm on flat, but somewhat bumpy ground. I'm looking at buying a zero turn Toro mower, but which one? As I'm a geezer with a budget, the SS4260 appeals more to my budget, but perhaps I...