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I own a 2011 Grasshopper 325D with Powervac Collection System. I love the complete unit but writing to ask is there a way to lower the dust and blow out from the front of deck. My 325D has the 61" duramax deck. I use the OEM medium lift blades.

NoNotOne said:

I own a 2011 Grasshopper 325D with Powervac Collection System. I love the complete unit but writing to ask is there a way to lower the dust and blow out from the front of deck. My 325D has the 61" duramax deck. I use the OEM medium lift blades.

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I know there are ways to lower the amount of dust coming from the bag in the back, but I don't know if there would be a way to lower the amount of dust coming from the front. What you could do would be make a little cabin so you are not getting all the dust OR sun on you. Like this:

(http://www.originalcab.com/photogallery/htc_gravely_ztr.jpg)

Or even just a roof and front windshield if you didn't want to be so confined.
That is the only thing I can think of. Maybe other people will have better ideas.
Good luck! :smile:

A neighbor suggested I try bolting a thin strip of soft rubber to the front leading edge of the deck that would allow leaves in and contain the dust. Soft enough to fold under as the mower moves forward. Has anyone attempted this?

NoNotOne said:

A neighbor suggested I try bolting a thin strip of soft rubber to the front leading edge of the deck that would allow leaves in and contain the dust. Soft enough to fold under as the mower moves forward. Has anyone attempted this?

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I have not attempted this, but it sounds like a good idea that would work. Just make sure it isn't long enough to get hit by the blades!

Im wondering if the deck is tiped up (lower in the rear) this could cause blow out and dust . when the grass is cut the blades push the grass to the front the accross the front to the right

Most mowers are set up with the front of the deck a 1/4 inch to a half inch lower than the back

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Carscw said:

Most mowers are set up with the front of the deck a 1/4 inch to a half inch lower than the back

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exactly!! if this is not done the deck will have blow out

JUST4FUN said:

Im wondering if the deck is tiped up (lower in the rear) this could cause blow out and dust . when the grass is cut the blades push the grass to the front the accross the front to the right

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I had the dealer mount 24x12.00x12 bar tread replacing the 24.x12.00x12 turf tires. Viewing from either side the rear appears to be slightly lower. Does anyone know if the bar tread profile diameter is smaller than the turf. I'll take a level / tape measure or small blocks and check front to rear deck height soon. Thanks for everyone's help/suggestions.

NoNotOne said:

A neighbor suggested I try bolting a thin strip of soft rubber to the front leading edge of the deck that would allow leaves in and contain the dust. Soft enough to fold under as the mower moves forward. Has anyone attempted this?

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If you try this make sure it doesnt hit the blades. you will just burn the belts. it would help if you were doing leaves either. that would just make it worse.

I read on GH website "An optional Air Dam Kit can be installed along the front edge of most mower decks to minimize dust and dirt escaping from the front of the mower." I've not heard of anyone trying one. Has anyone on forum seen one installed or know if successful in purpose?

NoNotOne said:

I read on GH website "An optional Air Dam Kit can be installed along the front edge of most mower decks to minimize dust and dirt escaping from the front of the mower." I've not heard of anyone trying one. Has anyone on forum seen one installed or know if successful in purpose?

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There is not much online about them....I just saw it on the GH website, also. This is the best thing I could find.

It seems like GH is the only mower brand that offers this accessory!