Recent content by Larry L

I would look at John Deere due to to parts availability. I agree about the longevity of a good ZTM is the maintenance schedule. I have a Dixie Chopper and mow 2 to 5 acres weekly here on Lake fork. blade change every 2 years and have replaced the belts earlier this year for the 1st time. D...

Guess not and rightly so

I have a Dixie Chopper 2460 Magnum that has gone thru 2 power belts to the deck. the idler sheave bracket has a long bolt that holds the idler sheave in place. is this bracket suppose to slide up and down on the bolt. Currently there is about 1 inch of up and down movement on the bracket.

Dixie Chopper 2460, When mowing and moving forward (happens when mowing downhill) there is a strong rattling sound from the engine and pump area. I have checked all mounting hardware and nuts and bolts. What could cause this.