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I have a z Master 3000 that I purchased at the end of last mowing season. Yesterday I took it out for the first mow of the season and ended up pulling the right front tire off its rim. I always thought this was a solid tire but apparently it wasn't. there was a bunch of Gunk that came out of it...

I wanted to get you guys opinions on if the cost of Toro Z master 3000 is worth the premium over the 2000. The 3000 is $1200 more. The 3000 has the following upgrades over the 2000: Deck is 7 gauge on sides as well as top. 2000 is 10 gauge on top and 7 gauge on sides. Spindles are cast...

Which engines out there are preferred and which engines should one stay away from? You've got the Kaw FX, Kaw FS, Kohler Command Pro, Briggs Commercial Cyclonic, Kohler Confidant. I've always heard that the Kaw's are better, but don't know much about the FX vs the FS. I've never had much luck...

Are these decent mowers? I've seen comments saying that the Freedom model isn't well made? I'm trying to compare it to a Toro X2000. Thanks.

Ok guys, I'm sure you get tired of the "recommend me..." threads. However, here is another one! LOL. I am tired of spending +5 hours per week cutting grass with my 48" Craftsman. I've got 3 to 4 acres that I cut. The two most important factors for me right now are deck durability and engine...