Recent content by jpg98

Thanks for all for the informative replies. My main goal to make sure that whatever machine I end up with lasts for many years. Current mower prices being what they are, a little extra money spent on the air filter may pay off in the long run.

7394, I found your conversion pics earlier. Well done.

I'm hoping to buy a ZTR this year, so I've been doing a lot of reading and looking around at different models. One thing I've noticed is the varying air filter systems used on different "grades" of equipment. These seem to fall into 3 categories: 1. Smaller filters that reside under the engine...

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Thanks. Any concerns about durability or performance from either one? I think the rated power is 20hp for the Kohler and 24.5hp for the 708. Is 20hp adequate for the 52" deck for typical mowing applications? I'll be mowing 2 acres of mostly flat, somewhat bumpy yard.

Hi all, I'm looking to purchase a used Radius S model with 52" deck. I have found two within reasonable distance. One is a 2020 model with the Exmark branded 708cc engine and 160hrs. The other is a 2017 with the Kohler ZT720 Confidant and 193 hours, for about $1800 less. Both look to be in very...