Hi all, new member, possibly new to zero turn.
Riding on a typical riding lawn mower is killing my back. I searched for better seats with no luck but I did discover suspension seats are available for some ZT mowers. I started looking at ZT's and like everything else there is a long list of brands and options. However not all have the proper mounting for a better seat. There is a Husquvarna dealer and Hustler dealer close to me and I prefer to deal locally. I have less than an acre, mostly flat and would rather buy used with a 42" or 48" deck. The Husq dealer has no used and the entry level new does not have the seat mounting needed for the better seats. Husq's are available at other dealers and on craigslist. The Hustler dealer has new and used and from searching even the entry level model will accommodate a better seat. He has a 2014 (929133) "Sport", 48", with mulch kit, B & S 21HP for $2175 with 30 day warranty. The entry level Raptor 42", 22HP Kohler is $2800. For me $2175 is better than $2800. Except for the brand of motor I did not see any significant difference between the used and new.? At this point my weak area is knowing which brand (all brands) offer the best overall value. So, here I am. I am hoping to get some education and guidance to help me make a sound decision. Just driving these two brands on the dealers lot does not give me a lot of experience. I believe the steering on the Hustler was better and the seating position more reclined which I assume would re-leave back pressure compared to a upright position of a regular riding mower. It felt that way for the short time I drove it. Felt comfortable. I would really appreciate any and all information and guidance from all of you.
Thank you in advance!
Riding on a typical riding lawn mower is killing my back. I searched for better seats with no luck but I did discover suspension seats are available for some ZT mowers. I started looking at ZT's and like everything else there is a long list of brands and options. However not all have the proper mounting for a better seat. There is a Husquvarna dealer and Hustler dealer close to me and I prefer to deal locally. I have less than an acre, mostly flat and would rather buy used with a 42" or 48" deck. The Husq dealer has no used and the entry level new does not have the seat mounting needed for the better seats. Husq's are available at other dealers and on craigslist. The Hustler dealer has new and used and from searching even the entry level model will accommodate a better seat. He has a 2014 (929133) "Sport", 48", with mulch kit, B & S 21HP for $2175 with 30 day warranty. The entry level Raptor 42", 22HP Kohler is $2800. For me $2175 is better than $2800. Except for the brand of motor I did not see any significant difference between the used and new.? At this point my weak area is knowing which brand (all brands) offer the best overall value. So, here I am. I am hoping to get some education and guidance to help me make a sound decision. Just driving these two brands on the dealers lot does not give me a lot of experience. I believe the steering on the Hustler was better and the seating position more reclined which I assume would re-leave back pressure compared to a upright position of a regular riding mower. It felt that way for the short time I drove it. Felt comfortable. I would really appreciate any and all information and guidance from all of you.
Thank you in advance!