Ariens Max Zoom 52" Horrible cuts

[desant89]

I have had this mower for 3 years now. I get by, but I never liked the way it cuts. I upgraded from a Toro ZTR that gave me nothing but problems...Well this one just sends clumps of grass everywhere. I have tried a mulching kit, made it worse, Current setup is gator blades. I had to go out and buy a lawn sweeper to clean up after I mow. I wish I made a move when I bought this to send it back, but too late to cry over spilled milk. Anyone have similar issues? I wish I had a picture, but will get one in a week or so. I have the side open now so it just shoots the clippings out. I took that little side rubber cover attachment off when I first bought it in order to shoot the clippings further, but it still leaves clumps all over the place. I have paid more times to have my lawn moved since I bought this mower than I ever had in the past. Please help!