I bought a new MZ61 Zero Turn this spring. Having issues with really bouncing a lot over rough terrane. I have a Scag Wildcat before and it new bounced this bad. I figure it was a lot heavier machine. I can't use this thing on my back lot because I like keeping my teeth in my mouth. After reading some other posts, people suggest lowering the tire pressure. I don't think this will solve all my problem. Can weight be added to front end, since all of the weight is in back? Small cinder blocks? I hate taking a hit on a 6K mower that I can't use on all my property. If I'd known this, I would have bought a traditional lawn tractor. I test drove it at dealer, but on smooth grass.
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New Zero Turn bouncing a lot
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Export threadI suspect that most of the bounce issue is a lot of Z turns have a rigid front axle whereas, riders have a pivoting front axle. Lowering the tire pressure may help, but I don't think it will help much.I bought a new MZ61 Zero Turn this spring. Having issues with really bouncing a lot over rough terrane. I have a Scag Wildcat before and it new bounced this bad. I figure it was a lot heavier machine. I can't use this thing on my back lot because I like keeping my teeth in my mouth. After reading some other posts, people suggest lowering the tire pressure. I don't think this will solve all my problem. Can weight be added to front end, since all of the weight is in back? Small cinder blocks? I hate taking a hit on a 6K mower that I can't use on all my property. If I'd known this, I would have bought a traditional lawn tractor. I test drove it at dealer, but on smooth grass.
The manual calls for 15 psi in all tires. Try 12 psi. You can order a suspension seat kit that can help
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Thanks, guys, for your advice. You all never fail me. Going to try the Trac-Seat. I talked to my dealer where I bought it and he suggested the same thing. At $180.00 it's worth it to have no more loose teeth. Thanks again!