Purchased July 2010 to mow 1/2 acre, slightly hilly, with cyclone fence across part - hence need for narrow deck. Loved the idea it was assembled in U.S., but evidently by morons. Issues in last 3 months: 2 leaky innertubes, reverse doesn't always work, electric start quit, hard steering. Took it to authorized dealer 2 wks ago...diagnosis: blown head gasket, drive disc needs replacing, steering linkage bent, all estimated at $450. Still under warranty but dealer says attempt to get reimbursement from Weed-eater is like pulling teeth. Never again.