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#1

clpolcar

clpolcar

Went and looked at one of these today. It was a demo mower. Was moved out of shop on to front lawn and put away. Has like 5 to 10 hours on it. Tops. Has Kawasaki engine on it. 48 inch deck. Test drove it and it wasn't bad. Has it for sale at 4999. About 800 off. Gonna be 5500 after everything. Is this a good deal. Looking to maybe put less than 5 hours a week on it. Light commercial like 3-5 lawns all residential. Was going to get new titan MX but that's top of my price range. Should I jump on it at the price. Anyone use one? I like the icd deck on it. Mower worth the money?? Thoughts and concerns??


#2

clpolcar

clpolcar

Well I ended up picking it up yesterday. Paid just under 5400 for her. Hope she will cut as nice as she looks

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#3

lawn mower fanatic

lawn mower fanatic

clpolcar said:
Well I ended up picking it up yesterday. Paid just under 5400 for her. Hope she will cut as nice as she looks

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Let us know.


#4

clpolcar

clpolcar

Been using the new mower for a couple weeks now. So far I love the mower. Its great. Its quick. Even being a 48 in deck it is quick. I removed the rops. Have low hanging branches. Only thing that needed fixed was the hour meter. All fixed now. Haven't torn to much grass when turning. Its a learning experience. It strips farelly decent. Could be better but its the first few cuts of the year. Looking to get a turbo pro collector for it but financial department (girl friend) said maybe next year.


#5

Av8r

Av8r

clpolcar said:
Been using the new mower for a couple weeks now. So far I love the mower. Its great. Its quick. Even being a 48 in deck it is quick. I removed the rops. Have low hanging branches. Only thing that needed fixed was the hour meter. All fixed now. Haven't torn to much grass when turning. Its a learning experience. It strips farelly decent. Could be better but its the first few cuts of the year. Looking to get a turbo pro collector for it but financial department (girl friend) said maybe next year.
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That's awesome! I picked mine up about a month ago, still haven't been able to cut with it, but hope the grass is long enough this weekend. :licking: I bought the turbo pro with it and I have used it to collect all of my thatch after I power raked and the vacuum works well (will be a big help during leaf season in NH)


#6

clpolcar

clpolcar

If you don't mind me asking, but how much did you pay for the vac system?


#7

clpolcar

clpolcar

Also I've noticed there's a drown for either the engine or the deck. It gets bad at times. But I'll just have to get over it


#8

Av8r

Av8r

clpolcar said:
If you don't mind me asking, but how much did you pay for the vac system?
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$5300 for the ztr with Kawasaki engine 48" deck and $2000 for the turbo pro collection system


#9

Av8r

Av8r

clpolcar said:
Also I've noticed there's a drown for either the engine or the deck. It gets bad at times. But I'll just have to get over it
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What do you mean? Drown?


#10

clpolcar

clpolcar

I paid 5400 with tax and freight. You know standard fee stuff. I was just quoted 2200 for the vac system. And Idk how to describe it. I was on a slight angle. Maybe 3 degrees and I was going really slow. It was loud but then started moving faster and it was gone. I was wearing ear muffs and not sure if it was vibration that was really sensitive or what. I figured since I'm only 18 I wouldnt be so sensitive to noises.


#11

Av8r

Av8r

I only have 20 minutes on mine, but haven't experienced that yet. Good news, is that you have a 4 year 500 hour warranty. :thumbsup:


#12

clpolcar

clpolcar

I have about 2 hours myself. But machine has a total of about 9. And yes. That's why I went with ferris because of the warranty and well built machine


#13

clpolcar

clpolcar

I am also using mine for a little commercial. Cutting about 5 lawns a week. But its registered as residential. So I get the full 4 year warranty.


#14

Av8r

Av8r

I only mow my yard, which is about an acre. This is the first commercial unit I have owned, but I have destroyed 2 John deere tractors over the past 8 years. Killed the last one in just 2 years and will never have a piece of that green crap in my garage again. In all fairness, they were big box JD's, but still, I could've bought a ferris the first time around and would be money ahead and it would still be running like new.


#15

clpolcar

clpolcar

I have always bought used walk behinds off craigslist. My last one needed pumps and wheel motors and I said I'm buying new with warranty. For price difference between pump and mower was something j would pay the extra for. I cut about 1.5 acres a week. So not to bad. My yard is a 1/4 or less. So I have a Hugh mower for my yard. Don't get me wrong I love john Deere but I would never own one of there mowers.


#16

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LoCo86

clpolcar said:
Been using the new mower for a couple weeks now. So far I love the mower. Its great. Its quick. Even being a 48 in deck it is quick. I removed the rops. Have low hanging branches. Only thing that needed fixed was the hour meter. All fixed now. Haven't torn to much grass when turning. Its a learning experience. It strips farelly decent. Could be better but its the first few cuts of the year. Looking to get a turbo pro collector for it but financial department (girl friend) said maybe next year.
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This is a little off topic, but you're 18 and your girlfriend is in charge of what you do with your money?! 18 and single is what I would be. Then you would have all the money to buy whatever equipment you need for your business. Unless they have the title of wife she needs to worry about her own money.


#17

clpolcar

clpolcar

We have been together for almost 4 years. Its like were married. I know one day we will be married. I'm perfectly ok with he telling me what I can and can't do because usually I'll buy stupid stuff. She has loaned me money for the mower. So I'll pay her back and then get what I would like.


#18

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gregjo1948

The "drown" is probably just your hydraulic pumps. Try pointing it up hill and slowly engage forward movement. You will probably hear the same noise. I don't think it's anything to worry about. gregjo1948


#19

clpolcar

clpolcar

Alright. I'll try that.


#20

clpolcar

clpolcar

gregjo1948 said:
The "drown" is probably just your hydraulic pumps. Try pointing it up hill and slowly engage forward movement. You will probably hear the same noise. I don't think it's anything to worry about. gregjo1948
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I do not think it was the hydro. Even on flat surface it is. When not moving. Could it be the deck creating such flow??


#21



DSepe

Just picked up my IS600z Kawasaki for 5500 after tax. I did a lot of shopping around at dealers so you got a great deal! Loving this mower but I noticed it loses some power going up hills. I think Ferris should of had a 23 HP or so Kawasaki option. That being said I love this mower!


#22

clpolcar

clpolcar

I love the mower. Wish I would have bought a higher grade ferris. Mine is starting to make noises with 10ish hours on it. I don't know its it because I'm using a accelerator and extender grass catcher. Just its making noises in the front and of course no grease fittings.


#23



DSepe

clpolcar said:
I love the mower. Wish I would have bought a higher grade ferris. Mine is starting to make noises with 10ish hours on it. I don't know its it because I'm using a accelerator and extender grass catcher. Just its making noises in the front and of course no grease fittings.
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Strange, I'll keep you updated on mine since we have the exact same mower. I'm assuming you did the 8 hour break in oil change?


#24



DSepe

clpolcar said:
I love the mower. Wish I would have bought a higher grade ferris. Mine is starting to make noises with 10ish hours on it. I don't know its it because I'm using a accelerator and extender grass catcher. Just its making noises in the front and of course no grease fittings.
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Whoops you said noises in the front my bad. So it's not the engine. What kinds of noises?


#25

clpolcar

clpolcar

Well I bought it with about 6 on it from dealer. It was a demo. Assumed they did it. I just changed the oil now. I put a new hour meter on it because the other one broke. They only had a Scag one. It works tho. I'm running Rotella synthetic blend 10w 30. To me it sounds like one of the rollers on the deck is rubbing but that's not it. Mine has I would say 16 hours on it. Just turned 10 hours on the new meter. I look every bolt is fine. No grease fittings besides the spindles that I can see. And its squeaking. The chain hung deck might be moving? I have no clue. I could have spend a little more money and got a better mower. But I thought buying ferris they would be very well built even being low end commercial. I like it for the price. If I could have spent more I would have and bought a exmark Lazar z or walker.


#26



DSepe

clpolcar said:
Well I bought it with about 6 on it from dealer. It was a demo. Assumed they did it. I just changed the oil now. I put a new hour meter on it because the other one broke. They only had a Scag one. It works tho. I'm running Rotella synthetic blend 10w 30. To me it sounds like one of the rollers on the deck is rubbing but that's not it. Mine has I would say 16 hours on it. Just turned 10 hours on the new meter. I look every bolt is fine. No grease fittings besides the spindles that I can see. And its squeaking. The chain hung deck might be moving? I have no clue. I could have spend a little more money and got a better mower. But I thought buying ferris they would be very well built even being low end commercial. I like it for the price. If I could have spent more I would have and bought a exmark Lazar z or walker.
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The front casters can be greased. As per the manual "Remove the 1/4-28 bolt screwed into caster and install a 1/4-28 grease fitting" "Grease front caster" "Remove the grease fitting and reinstall the bolt" It says to do it annually. I hope this helps, if you've done this than I'm stumped. It might be dealer bound if you can't get the squeaking to stop.


#27

clpolcar

clpolcar

I wonder why they want you to take the fittings back out. I'd just leave them in it. Wouldn't want to break one off in it. I think I'll call my dealer and ask them.


#28



DSepe

clpolcar said:
I wonder why they want you to take the fittings back out. I'd just leave them in it. Wouldn't want to break one off in it. I think I'll call my dealer and ask them.
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Good idea, my dealer didn't even realize they could be greased. I talked to my local Ferris area distributor and he claimed that they did that because people tend to over grease the castors so much that it pops the seal on top. I think it ultimately causes confusion and no one greases them because they just see bolts.


#29

clpolcar

clpolcar

Idk but I grease my stuff at least every other week. I also use mine more commercially. Cutting 5 lawns a week. And what not. I'm just gonna put zerks in them and be done with it.


#30



DSepe

clpolcar said:
Idk but I grease my stuff at least every other week. I also use mine more commercially. Cutting 5 lawns a week. And what not. I'm just gonna put zerks in them and be done with it.
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Makes sense I'll probably do the same. Let us know if the squeaking stops once you grease them up. Hopefully it does because I hate to see a new owner dissatisfied no matter how small the problem with a practically new machine.


#31



DSepe

Update on your squeaking mower? Just wondering if you ever figured it out


#32

clpolcar

clpolcar

Havn't done anything but it seems to have gone away.


#33

A

Audioi

I want a ZTM but my lawn is just under 1/2 acre, is this one too much?


#34



DSepe

Audioi said:
I want a ZTM but my lawn is just under 1/2 acre, is this one too much?
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Probably a little bit overkill for what your mowing. Unless you are looking for a "prosumer" model which is what Ferris considers it. This means it's mostly a very heavy duty residential/entry commercial. Maybe check out a Hustler Raptor SD for what your mowing.


#35

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Audioi

DSepe said:
Probably a little bit overkill for what your mowing. Unless you are looking for a "prosumer" model which is what Ferris considers it. This means it's mostly a very heavy duty residential/entry commercial. Maybe check out a Hustler Raptor SD for what your mowing.
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I thought the ferris was a better mower? The suspension makes sense to me.


#36

clpolcar

clpolcar

I have a 1/4 acre and its over kill but I also cut 5 other lawns a week with it. Wish I would have bought a higher grade. For what your looking to do it would be great. I wouldn't even look at the raptor super duty. If your gonna get a hustled get the fast track. The suspension doesn't do squat. It works and all but there is no smooth ride on the mower. I've hare it for a few months now and put 25 hours on it. Its durable. I will say that. Love the icd deck. Strips good in certain grasses.


#37



DSepe

Audioi said:
I thought the ferris was a better mower? The suspension makes sense to me.
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Again it's all in what you want in a mower. I suggested a hustler raptor because we are taking about a half acre. I bought the IS600z for 2 acres and I thought it was overkill. How commercial do you wanna go? I paid 5500 OTD for my new kawasaki IS600z and could of got a Briggs for 5100 OTD. How much is your budget? How commercial do you wanna go? Yes the suspension works but doesn't beat a suspension seat. Of all the demo units I tested Ferris was the best machine for my yard. It had the best cut and ride.


#38

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Audioi

5K is the top of my budget and it does seem overkill but I have been known to do crazier things plus the Ferris dealer is down the road from work and I drive by every day, they seem to be talking to me...


#39



DSepe

Audioi said:
5K is the top of my budget and it does seem overkill but I have been known to do crazier things plus the Ferris dealer is down the road from work and I drive by every day, they seem to be talking to me...
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Well in that case see what deal you can get. I had a few dealers quote me and got them in a price war a bit. I had dealers quoting me 5500 before tax.


#40

S

Shughes717

Audioi said:
5K is the top of my budget and it does seem overkill but I have been known to do crazier things plus the Ferris dealer is down the road from work and I drive by every day, they seem to be talking to me...
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I am a big fan of ferris. The spring suspension on the is600 and is700 doesn't travel as far as the is2100, so it won't work quite as well, however, you can get the suspension assembly to go under the seat offered to make it ride better than any other mower in its class. It is over kill by a long shot, but if you can afford it and you want it I say go for it.


#41

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greeen

DSepe said:
Again it's all in what you want in a mower. I suggested a hustler raptor because we are taking about a half acre. I bought the IS600z for 2 acres and I thought it was overkill. How commercial do you wanna go? I paid 5500 OTD for my new kawasaki IS600z and could of got a Briggs for 5100 OTD. How much is your budget? How commercial do you wanna go? Yes the suspension works but doesn't beat a suspension seat.
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True but mowers in that price class don't come with a suspension seat.


#42

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Shughes717

greeen said:
True but mowers in that price class don't come with a suspension seat.
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The suspension insert can be added for a couple hundred dollars. The independent suspension plus the suspension insert makes for a great riding mower.


#43

Carscw

Carscw

Cutting a half acre you won't even have time to care how smooth the ride is.


#44

S

Shughes717

Carscw said:
Cutting a half acre you won't even have time to care how smooth the ride is.
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The raptor was suggested for the op. I thought we were discussing dsepe's mower.


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