Recent content by Howdy Doody

Gotomow - I have not tried that method, I have only measured from the edge of the deck on the sides and the ends. One thing I did find curious is in order to level the deck on the sides, they have these long hook bolts with a nut on the ends. This is supposed to be one of 3 similar points on the...

I was wondering if I might get some suggestions from you John Deere experts. My D125 mower is not mowing very good even on flat ground, very uneven. Even worst when I turn a sharp corner or hit a low spot. I checked all of the linkage on the deck, both blades are new, tire pressure and deck lift...

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Thanks Mark, how does it work?

My yard has some pretty uneven spots after some tree removal and I have been scalping some spots. Also when I turn kind of sharp one edge or the other tends to dig in and scalp. Has anyone ever tried to install rear deck scalp wheels? Anything on the market that would work that I would install...

Hi all - I have recently purchased a nice used 1983 R-155 with the Kohler Pro engine. I have been looking at them for many years and finally came across the right deal. Here are my issues and hopefully you guys can help me: 1 - All three spindles are seized up and two of the casings will need...

I have an older model self propelled Craftsman mower and the rear bushings in the wheel are worn out. Sears does not sell just this part, have to buy both wheels which I am not going to do. I was wondering if anyone has knocked out these bushings and put in a proper set of sealed bearings?

I have a new JD D125 and it seems that the hood on my D125 is rubbing on the sides. They sell the "Barriers" for the top part of the hood (part number GX24020) and was wondering if anyone has installed these on the sides of the hood? I was also wondering if anyone knew where I could get a free...

I am sure most of you know that all of the JD "D" series mowers with 42" decks only have 2 scalp wheels. I was wondering if any of you have every tried to install a second set of aftermarket wheels like the ones on the below link? Amazon.com : Poulan Pro Gauge Wheel Kit for 42-Inch Decks GWN42...

Well, I went to my local John Deere dealer and took delivery of my brand new D125. Funny thing is as I mowed with it for the first time, I could not stop smiling. Here are a few observations and pro's and con's: Pros: - Looks great and very comfortable - Motor sounds awesome and has lots of...

For the better part of a year, I have been looking forward to this Summer since it will be my 50th birthday and my wife promised me I could buy a new riding mower. I had my heart set on either a D130 or a D125 since I only have half an acre of very flat lawn to mow and LOVE the idea of owning a...

Anyone own one of the mowers? Any kind of feedback would be appreciated.

I am going to buy either a D125 or a D130 in the next month or two. I noticed that both only have 2 scalp wheels and was wondering if anyone has added another set? I have added after market scalp wheels on other mowers, and some were easier than others. This feature seems to help with not...

I have heard that the transmission on my 42" Ariens which is a Hydro Gear T2 is kind of a bad transaxle, is this true or no? If it is, what are the issues? I am having some issues with mine, so I was just wondering if I can even fix the issues I have or will I have to live with them. It runs and...

I have a couple of questions about the transmission on my 2008 Ariens 42" riding mower, hope I can get some help: 1 - Is there any adjustment at all on the hydro shifter? It takes some work to get her in neutral and was wondering if the shifter arm can be adjusted at all? 2 - When the...