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    I need a plug aerator that is reliable, sturdy and won't break the bank

    I found an affordable and effective way to aerate. It's called "Air-8". It's a liquid aerator you apply to your lawn. Works great on clay soils like we have around here. A guy up the street from me uses it and swears by it. Must work, his lawn looks great. I understand there are granular brands...
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    I need a plug aerator that is reliable, sturdy and won't break the bank

    Hi folks, Running around my 1/2 acre yard with my John Deere X570 lawn tractor tends to compact the soil, especially where I turn a lot. Yes, aeration, probably annually, is the answer. But..... The gas powered ones run over 10 grand. That's a lot of loot for as much as I'll use it. No, I...
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    Please delete this, it's in the wrong forum

    Hi folks, Running around my 1/2 acre yard with my John Deere X570 lawn tractor tends to compact the soil, especially where I turn a lot. Yes, aeration, probably annually, is the answer. But..... The gas powered ones run over 10 grand. That's a lot of loot for as much as I'll use it. No, I...
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    Please delete this duplicate thread

    Hi folks, Running around my 1/2 acre yard with my John Deere X570 lawn tractor tends to compact the soil, especially where I turn a lot. Yes, aeration, probably annually, is the answer. But..... The gas powered ones run over 10 grand. That's a lot of loot for as much as I'll use it. No, I...
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    What's the best fuel for the Toro Power Max 1232 OXHE?

    That's the plan Gord. The manual only says a MINIMUM of 87 octane, it doesn't list a maximum. After scouring the internet I also found no mention of a maximum octane there either. Thanks to everyone for there replies.
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    What's the best fuel for the Toro Power Max 1232 OXHE?

    Thank you for the reply. I would opt for the high octane ethanol-free fuel myself IF it won't damage the engine. Why am I worried about that? When I was younger I burned out the head in a 4 cylinder vehicle. I was told it was because I was using 94 0ctane fuel in it and that it burned too hot...
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    Picking the Best Snowblower

    Another nice feature to look for on a snow blower is heated handles.
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    What's the best fuel for the Toro Power Max 1232 OXHE?

    Hi folks, We just bought a new snow blower. The manual says to use fuel with not more than 10% ethanol.The low octane fuel around here contains 10% ethanol which would seem to be acceptable. The high octane fuel is available ethanol-free. It costs a lot more but that's not the deciding...
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    John Deere Owner Check-In --- Read This First!

    I've been a member here for a few weeks or so now but just found the "welcome" thread. First time John Deere owner which is also my first yard tractor. The last thing I owned for mowing was a "big box store" Troy Bilt riding mower. As most here already know, the difference between a riding...
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    Buying a first mower. Suggestions

    Yes you're kidding.....BUT..... across the street from a friends house a guy bought a riding mower. No BS, the front yard is about 6 feet by 25 feet because of the driveway, shrubs etc. The backyard is about the same.
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    John Deere Dethatcher/Aerator Multi Tool - LP39089

    Hi folks, I'm thinking of purchasing a John Deere Dethatcher/Aerator combination unit, part no. LP39089 to be towed around by my JD X570. This combo would provide two pieces of equipment at a reasonable price. It would probably also pay for itself in less than two seasons rather than having...
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    John Deere X570 Cuts Grass Too Low

    I would like to close this thread out with a big thanks to everyone who chimed in. I was able to let the grass grow to about 4 1/8 inches high with the recent rainfall. After mowing it measured about 3 3/4 inches high. This was accomplished by the dealer's service dept doing their house call...
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    170 shut off problems

    You're quite welcome, glad to be of help. It's great to hear that you have it figured out.
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    John Deere X570 Cuts Grass Too Low

    It would be nice if the factory did that, but.... why do that when they can save labor cost by passing the job on to the dealer? It would also be nice if the dealer adjusted it before delivery too, like they said they were going to, but... why do that when they can save labor cost by waiting...
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    170 shut off problems

    I changed the link above to a different wiring diagram page. The first image is for a 175 but below that it's for a 170. Is this of help for you?
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