Thanks to all who responded to my previous threads. I ended up buying a Gravely ZT HD 60 today. Was between it and a Bob Cat and Big Dog. To me the Gravely was the best bang for the buck. Mowed my 2.5-3 acres today in 1 hour. still shorter than my 50" cub cadet ZTR I had. happy after cut number one. thanks for all the help.