The Great Big Lawnmower Thread

BillybobT · 15-03-2019 2:16pm

Hi all

The engine in my Honda V Twin 2216 is cooked, any suggestions on where I might get a replacement (New or secondhand) in the midlands region. Anywhere really if the price is right.

any help gratefully appreciated.

B

fryup · 19-03-2019 12:10am

lidl mower...worth a punt for 200 quid?

my3cents · 19-03-2019 1:10am

fryup wrote: »

lidl mower...worth a punt for 200 quid?

I've got one its not bad at all but I'd prefer to be paying a bit less for its. Its just a motor on a deck no clutch, gearing or powered wheels.

Rows Grower · 19-03-2019 7:08am

fryup wrote: »

lidl mower...worth a punt for 200 quid?

It's got a Briggs and Stratton engine and a three year warranty, how could you go wrong for under 200 euro?

fryup · 19-03-2019 11:30am

my3cents wrote: »

I've got one its not bad at all but I'd prefer to be paying a bit less for its. Its just a motor on a deck no clutch, gearing or powered wheels.

really

missed that...give it a miss then

deezell · 19-03-2019 1:29pm

fryup wrote: »

really missed that...give it a miss then

These were a much better buy the previous sunday for €229
https://www.aldi.ie/self-propelled-petrol-lawn-mower/p/097814271231500

You might find one in a store somewhere.

jacob2 · 19-03-2019 6:31pm

fryup wrote: »

lidl mower...worth a punt for 200 quid?

42 cm blade push type

jacob2 · 19-03-2019 6:33pm

deezell wrote: »

These were a much better buy the previous sunday for €229
https://www.aldi.ie/self-propelled-petrol-lawn-mower/p/097814271231500

You might find one in a store somewhere.

good mower made for aldi by al-ko of austria

my3cents · 19-03-2019 8:00pm

Rows Grower wrote: »

It's got a Briggs and Stratton engine and a three year warranty, how could you go wrong for under 200 euro?

Previous years it was somewhat cheaper iirc 3 year back it went for €149 here and £99 in the UK.

banjobongo · 21-03-2019 4:34pm

jacob2 wrote: »

good mower made for aldi by al-ko of austria

I just checked with Aldi and they still have some of these in stock, would they be a better buy than the one from Lidl?

my3cents · 21-03-2019 4:37pm

banjobongo wrote: »

I just checked with Aldi and they still have some of these in stock, would they be a better buy than the one from Lidl?

The Aldi one is the right price for a decent budget mower the Lidl one is over priced so provided you want the power drive then the Aldi one is better.

Krombopulos Michael · 21-03-2019 4:56pm

Hi all,

Recently bought a house and the previous owner has left the ride on mower behind as part of the deal.

The engine runs now, but it's throwing belts and doesn't drive.

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Is it worth fixing up to get a year or two use out of it, and would it be worth getting a collection box for this model?

deezell · 21-03-2019 6:07pm

banjobongo wrote: »

I just checked with Aldi and they still have some of these in stock, would they be a better buy than the one from Lidl?

75€ a year for 3 years while under full warranty. Decent 18" cut. With care and cleaning could last for 10 years. Or more.

deezell · 22-03-2019 1:04am

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

Hi all,

Recently bought a house and the previous owner has left the ride on mower behind as part of the deal.

The engine runs now, but it's throwing belts and doesn't drive.

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Is it worth fixing up to get a year or two use out of it, and would it be worth getting a collection box for this model?

I'd say no to either. If you can figure why it won't drive and is throwing the belt (drive or deck?), you might be able to fix it yourself. If it's the drive belt throwing, is it because theres a big chunk out of the belt? Common reason, but not visible unless you inspect all the belt by pulling it around. It may also be an idler pulley bearing is gone and the belt is not guided properly. Worse, if the hydrostatic drive is gone or seized.
This is a semi commercial class mower, big 107cm cut, good used ones sell for nearly 3k, but this one looks wrecked. The amount of corrosion is severe, it's rusted right through. If it was working and cutting, it's hardly worth €200 because if the level of rust. Not working it has only parts value. As for buying the collector box with the side tubing, I'd say that would set you back near a grand. Tip it over and see what the deck is like underneath, not a pretty sight I bet.
Don't throw good money after bad, especially if you are thinking of paying someone to repair. You could be down several hundred even if the hydro is ok, and it still would be worth almost nothing. Sell it for parts, and put the 1500 minimum it would take to put a box and get this wreck going towards a suitable sized ride on.

Krombopulos Michael · 22-03-2019 9:02am

deezell wrote: »

I'd say no to either. If you can figure why it won't drive and is throwing the belt (drive or deck?), you might be able to fix it yourself. If it's the drive belt throwing, is it because theres a big chunk out of the belt? Common reason, but not visible unless you inspect all the belt by pulling it around. It may also be an idler pulley bearing is gone and the belt is not guided properly. Worse, if the hydrostatic drive is gone or seized.
This is a semi commercial class mower, big 107cm cut, good used ones sell for nearly 3k, but this one looks wrecked. The amount of corrosion is severe, it's rusted right through. If it was working and cutting, it's hardly worth €200 because if the level of rust. Not working it has only parts value. As for buying the collector box with the side tubing, I'd say that would set you back near a grand. Tip it over and see what the deck is like underneath, not a pretty sight I bet.
Don't throw good money after bad, especially if you are thinking of paying someone to repair. You could be down several hundred even if the hydro is ok, and it still would be worth almost nothing. Sell it for parts, and put the 1500 minimum it would take to put a box and get this wreck going towards a suitable sized ride on.

Thanks for the update. The belt looks worn and stretched. I was able to fit it back onto the pulley and it would drive the blades for about 30 secs before it would throw the belt again.

I may get someone to just look at how much to get it driving and cutting and if its reasonable, use it this year.

Thekeencyclist · 22-03-2019 3:43pm

Hi, Just looking for feedback on the following 2 ride on's or which would be peoples preferences or if anyone has came across any pro's / con's with either of them etc

# 1 - Cub Cadet XT1 OR95 - 19HP, 320L Collector, 3yr warranty, approx 4100e.
# 2 - Mountfield 1538H - 16HP (I believe), 240L Collector, 5yr warranty, approx 2700e

I would be looking at the option of a 38inch deck either way (due to a gate that I would need to fit through). I would have approx 0.75acres of lawn + my parents house + a quarter mile each side of my house of grass verges along fields that I own.

I do also travel a couple of hundred feet to where I dump the grass at the back of a field at the back of my house so the 320L collector would be beneficial here as sometimes I get stuck for time and the grass could be a couple of inch's longer than suitable for my current Castlegarden XT200HD (and blockages often occur then also even though I keep the bag cleaned, blades sharpened and mandrels clear). A sales rep also said the Cub Cadet is near impossible to block and is a far stronger machine than a lot of them on the market today.

I dont mind spending the extra if it means getting what I am paying for but would like to find out a bit more about them based on actual usage + experience.

FYI - Sales Rep wasnt trying to push the Cub Cadet on me in any way but he was giving it a better thumbs up over the mountfield.....he did start them both and gave me a good overview of each without pushing a sale etc,

TIA!

lawnmower101 · 25-03-2019 8:09pm

As there seem to be a lot of knowledgeable lawnmower people on this thread, any advice you can give me after overfilling oil in lawnmower, just posted a thread in gardening forum with details, thanks.

New Home · 25-03-2019 9:26pm

I just replied to your other thread, but I'm sure someone else will come along, too.

As an alternative I'd suggest contacting the customer service dept. of the company who made the lawnmower.

deezell · 26-03-2019 1:01am

Thekeencyclist wrote: »

Hi, Just looking for feedback on the following 2 ride on's or which would be peoples preferences or if anyone has came across any pro's / con's with either of them etc

# 1 - Cub Cadet XT1 OR95 - 19HP, 320L Collector, 3yr warranty, approx 4100e.
# 2 - Mountfield 1538H - 16HP (I believe), 240L Collector, 5yr warranty, approx 2700e

I would be looking at the option of a 38inch deck either way (due to a gate that I would need to fit through). I would have approx 0.75acres of lawn + my parents house + a quarter mile each side of my house of grass verges along fields that I own.

I do also travel a couple of hundred feet to where I dump the grass at the back of a field at the back of my house so the 320L collector would be beneficial here as sometimes I get stuck for time and the grass could be a couple of inch's longer than suitable for my current Castlegarden XT200HD (and blockages often occur then also even though I keep the bag cleaned, blades sharpened and mandrels clear). A sales rep also said the Cub Cadet is near impossible to block and is a far stronger machine than a lot of them on the market today.

I dont mind spending the extra if it means getting what I am paying for but would like to find out a bit more about them based on actual usage + experience.

FYI - Sales Rep wasnt trying to push the Cub Cadet on me in any way but he was giving it a better thumbs up over the mountfield.....he did start them both and gave me a good overview of each without pushing a sale etc,

TIA!

If you've 4100 to spend, then have a look at higher end models in that price range. With only a 38" deck, the extra cash will get you premium brand, more powerful engine, maybe a twin v engine, or premium brand engine such as Honda Better quality machine in general, bigger tyres and so on.
The OR95 you list has a few things in its favour, cast Iron front axle, electric cutter clutch, bigger collection bag, but the figure for hp seems high, it's a 547cc 12.9 kW engine, which converts to to 17.3hp, nor 19. It's an own brand engine also, I'd expect a higher end brand for €4100.

This husky for €3795 has same big bag capacity, beefy 656cc B&S 15hp V-twin engine, (a twin engine will work harder than a higher hp rated single cylinder), it has a built in mulching lever also. Hydro, electric clutch etc. Its about 2 cm wider than the Cub though, at 102cm. So check the gate.
http://www.hanlysgardenmachinery.ie/product-information/husqvarna-tc239t

Thekeencyclist · 27-03-2019 10:21am

deezell wrote: »

If you've 4100 to spend, then have a look at higher end models in that price range. With only a 38" deck, the extra cash will get you premium brand, more powerful engine, maybe a twin v engine, or premium brand engine such as Honda Better quality machine in general, bigger tyres and so on.
The OR95 you list has a few things in its favour, cast Iron front axle, electric cutter clutch, bigger collection bag, but the figure for hp seems high, it's a 547cc 12.9 kW engine, which converts to to 17.3hp, nor 19. It's an own brand engine also, I'd expect a higher end brand for €4100.

This husky for €3795 has same big bag capacity, beefy 656cc B&S 15hp V-twin engine, (a twin engine will work harder than a higher hp rated single cylinder), it has a built in mulching lever also. Hydro, electric clutch etc. Its about 2 cm wider than the Cub though, at 102cm. So check the gate.
http://www.hanlysgardenmachinery.ie/product-information/husqvarna-tc239t

Thanks for the feedback, and thanks for pointing out about the mistake I made with the HP (I had looked a couple of other ones that day also so its possible I had got mixed up with another engine from another mower). I would agree that the price is high for the HP on the Cub Cadet, the sales man also mentioned that but said the price is down to a lot of what you mentioned above and also that the chassis is painted 3 times with one of them coats been a powder coating, smaller turning circle.

A husky tbh was at the top of my list to review but when I went to the local dealer on them, they said, they had 2 left and that when they were gone, they were getting out of husky's due to replacement parts been of poor quality, so that has put me off the husky (for now).

Think I will have a browse around at some other makes / models.....(its still early in the year

)

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 9:57am

Hi All,

Further to my last post, local supplier reviewed by broken mower and it will be pricey to fix (new deck/pullys/belts/service)

I was pricing a replacement mower (and old mower as trade in), and advised I needed something ride on that is mulcher, dont care about box. Sales guy said I could possibly get a husky mulcher only without and lifting or box capability and is currently pricing this for me as I have less than 3k to spend.

Are husky ride on mulchers decent in this price bracket?

deezell · 08-04-2019 10:39am

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

Hi All,

Further to my last post, local supplier reviewed by broken mower and it will be pricey to fix (new deck/pullys/belts/service)

I was pricing a replacement mower (and old mower as trade in), and advised I needed something ride on that is mulcher, dont care about box. Sales guy said I could possibly get a husky mulcher only without and lifting or box capability and is currently pricing this for me as I have less than 3k to spend.

Are husky ride on mulchers decent in this price bracket?

Here's a 107cm dual side discharge/mulching mower with a beefy 20hp twin cylinder engine for little over €2.5 K. You need decent power when mulching, and this twin is well up to the job. Side discharge is useful if its too heavy to mulch.

https://www.agrieuro.co.uk/mtd-optima-lg-200-hydrostatic-transmission-and-side-discharge-p-8686.html

The same engine and cut is the Husqvarna TS 243T , it'll set you back nearer €3200-3500.

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 10:56am

deezell wrote: »

Here's a 107cm dual side discharge/mulching mower with a beefy 20hp twin cylinder engine for little over €2.5 K. You need decent power when mulching, and this twin is well up to the job. Side discharge is useful if its too heavy to mulch.

Hi Deezell,

Did you have a link for your comment?

deezell · 08-04-2019 11:26am

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

Hi Deezell,

Did you have a link for your comment?

sorry, edited

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 11:32am

Never heard of MTD before, is it a reliable brand?

deezell · 08-04-2019 12:07pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

Hi Deezell,

Did you have a link for your comment?

If you would like to buy local, I'd recommend this Snapper spx110 at the price. Highly regarded brand, 107cm and intek twin engine, side discharge and mulch, and an optional, should you ever need it, grass bag (about €500). You should be able to haggle it down to 2.5K, maybe with your trade in.

https://www.gardenmachinery.ie/lawn-tractors/snapper-spx110-side-discharge-tractor.html

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 12:16pm

deezell wrote: »

If you would like to buy local, I'd recommend this Snapper spx110 at the price. Highly regarded brand, 107cm and intek twin engine, side discharge and mulch, and an optional, should you ever need it, grass bag (about €500). You should be able to haggle it down to 2.5K, maybe with your trade in.

https://www.gardenmachinery.ie/lawn-tractors/snapper-spx110-side-discharge-tractor.html

Thats a good spec. Would it handle slopes easily enough, nothing mad now.

Also, any showrooms to have a look in the flesh?

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 12:22pm

One of my mates suggested a John Deere Z235 for my because i have a few flower beds etc and the tighter turning would be good, but when I checked online, some reviewers said that it's a little uncomfortable for tall people as foot rests not adjustable (im 6ft 1")

My local mower place has these in stock, not sure the price.

deezell · 08-04-2019 12:29pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

One of my mates suggested a John Deere Z235 for my because i have a few flower beds etc and the tighter turning would be good, but when I checked online, some reviewers said that it's a little uncomfortable for tall people as foot rests not adjustable (im 6ft 1")

My local mower place has these in stock, not sure the price.

You'll pay for JD, for sure. Try ringing IFGM at their number, 01 8463922, they have an address in Malahide, maybe they have a distribution centre, warehouse or showroom, or maybe they work as a resell from a european warehouse. D'internet is king these days, but a phonecall can't hurt, see what the local dealer network is like and who might have one in stock. They basicall deliver to a dealer near you who becomes your warranty point.

deezell · 08-04-2019 12:46pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

Thats a good spec. Would it handle slopes easily enough, nothing mad now.

Also, any showrooms to have a look in the flesh?

Coughlans in Kilkenny, Carlow, EC Pratt in Avbbeyleix, Arm rentals in Newry, if any of these have a collector model in stock it would be substantially the same machine but with a collector deck, so you'd get an idea of the build quality.

kaiserrussel · 08-04-2019 1:18pm

Hi All

I got a belt form an Irish online retailer and was told it was the correct one even though it was an OEM. Its too long so waste of time.

where can I get a genuine husq belt online? I went to a Hus Dealer near me and he was fobbing me off by telling me there are multiple belts and that I would need to bring the mower into him

if I can buy one myself I am good

Thanks

Krombopulos Michael · 08-04-2019 1:39pm

deezell wrote: »

Coughlans in Kilkenny, Carlow, EC Pratt in Avbbeyleix, Arm rentals in Newry, if any of these have a collector model in stock it would be substantially the same machine but with a collector deck, so you'd get an idea of the build quality.

I be in Newry now and then so that could work.

deezell wrote: »

You'll pay for JD, for sure. Try ringing IFGM at their number, 01 8463922, they have an address in Malahide, maybe they have a distribution centre, warehouse or showroom, or maybe they work as a resell from a european warehouse. D'internet is king these days, but a phonecall can't hurt, see what the local dealer network is like and who might have one in stock. They basicall deliver to a dealer near you who becomes your warranty point.

Would the JD z235 a zero turn be a better option over the Snapper spx110 or other tractor mowers? Especially with a little slope and the grass could be a little tall at times

G1032 · 08-04-2019 1:51pm

Folks
Looking to buy a lawnmower.
Big area to cut and a ride on is not really an option (few reasons why. no need to go into them)

We've had the loan of a Toro Timemaster with a 30" cut and it's ideal. Expensive though.

Are there any recommendations or something similar. Wouldn't necessarily have to be a 30" cut but wouldn't want to be too much smaller either.

Budget is flexible (to a point) but we're looking at ballpark €1000

Thanks

deezell · 08-04-2019 1:53pm

kaiserrussel wrote: »

Hi All

I got a belt form an Irish online retailer and was told it was the correct one even though it was an OEM. Its too long so waste of time.

where can I get a genuine husq belt online? I went to a Hus Dealer near me and he was fobbing me off by telling me there are multiple belts and that I would need to bring the mower into him

if I can buy one myself I am good

Thanks

Deck drive belt or wheel drive belt? Here's a good site to find the correct belt for any machine, link is for huskys, right column gives the mower name.
http://www.ratioparts.com/ansicht/Ratioparts/index.php?mo=Shop&op=8714&UID=9804&__utmz=73904913.1551709525.1.1.utmcsr%3D%28direct%29%7Cutmccn%3D%28direct%29%7Cutmcmd%3D%28none%29&__utma=73904913.1366556592.1551709525.1553467363.1554726163.8&__utmc=73904913&__utmt=1&__utmb=73904913.15.10.1554726163&Von=0

For your mower cth150 the hydro drive belt is a standard A113, thats a 13mm by 8mm profile, inner length 2870mm or 113"

The double vee cutter belt is an AA112, 12.8mm by 2850mm median length.

kaiserrussel · 08-04-2019 3:00pm

Thanks for your response, it is the hydro drive belt I am looking for

deezell wrote: »

Deck drive belt or wheel drive belt? Here's a good site to find the correct belt for any machine, link is for huskys, right column gives the mower name.
http://www.ratioparts.com/ansicht/Ratioparts/index.php?mo=Shop&op=8714&UID=9804&__utmz=73904913.1551709525.1.1.utmcsr%3D%28direct%29%7Cutmccn%3D%28direct%29%7Cutmcmd%3D%28none%29&__utma=73904913.1366556592.1551709525.1553467363.1554726163.8&__utmc=73904913&__utmt=1&__utmb=73904913.15.10.1554726163&Von=0

For your mower cth150 the hydro drive belt is a standard A113, thats a 13mm by 8mm profile, inner length 2870mm or 113"

The double vee cutter belt is an AA112, 12.8mm by 2850mm median length.

deezell · 09-04-2019 12:12am

For anyone looking for a high quality walk behind mower, Brodericks in Rathcoole/Newcastle are giving 10% off their range of Cobra mowers, including this premium MX model,
https://www.lawnmowerworld.ie/product/premium-grade-cobra-mx515spbi-20-aluminium-deck-with-briggs-stratton-instart-engine/
€669 down to €602.10, and that's for a 51cm 3in1 with aluminium deck, electric start B&S instart engine, rubber shod ball bearing wheels, 5 speed drive and top quality build on the handles, levers etc. I'm not seeing anything out there with that combination of engine, cut and additional premium features for that price, maybe the CastelGarden XS 55 BVWE4 comes closest with an extra 2cm cut but it's a steel deck machine, and a bit of a brute. I took the plunge, time to put the 20 year old Stiga out to grass. Ouch.

deezell · 09-04-2019 10:41am

G1032 wrote: »

Folks
Looking to buy a lawnmower.
Big area to cut and a ride on is not really an option (few reasons why. no need to go into them)

We've had the loan of a Toro Timemaster with a 30" cut and it's ideal. Expensive though.

Are there any recommendations or something similar. Wouldn't necessarily have to be a 30" cut but wouldn't want to be too much smaller either.

Budget is flexible (to a point) but we're looking at ballpark €1000

Thanks

This huge Marina is 57cm cut, single blade , less complex than the Toro, less to go wrong
https://www.agrieuro.co.uk/marina-systems-mx57sh3v-stainless-steel-deck-professional-lawn-mower-with-honda-gxv160-engine-p-4214.html

You could enquire from here and elsewhere about well priced timemasters,
used and demo. This one about €700 plus shipping
https://www.garden-machinery.co.uk/toro-20975-timemaster-76cm-cut-with-bbc-2782.html

Closer to home buy new in Fermanagh for €1100 https://www.donedeal.ie/gardenequipment-for-sale/toro-time-master/21118571

For only €499 you can pick up this 56cm in Woodies, looks decent enough, there 10% off first purchase if you register and buy online.
https://www.woodies.ie/pro-lawn-56cm-163cc-self-propelled-petrol-lawnmower-1143248

Same €499 will buy you this 53cm composite deck Husky from Robert Kees, not that big a cut by your requirements but very maneuverable, huge discount on normal. I fondled one last week and was impressed
https://robertkee.ie/product/husqvarna-lc253s-self-propelled-lawnmower?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkIzlBRDzARIsABgXqV9r_qJEFtKtukHJX_MdCFqk1WWe1aDnJMc4yqObzPij2pQOKN3N55caAopTEALw_wcB

Theres also this single blade 60cm Harry commercial, cost as much as a Toro twin
http://www.lawn-king.co.uk/machinery/lawnmowers/petrol_self_propelled_lawnmowers_2014/gt60sh3v/

G1032 · 09-04-2019 10:54am

deezell wrote: »

This huge Marina is 57cm cut, single blade , less complex than the Toro, less to go wrong
https://www.agrieuro.co.uk/marina-systems-mx57sh3v-stainless-steel-deck-professional-lawn-mower-with-honda-gxv160-engine-p-4214.html

You could enquire from here and elsewhere about well priced timemasters,
used and demo. This one about €700 plus shipping
https://www.garden-machinery.co.uk/toro-20975-timemaster-76cm-cut-with-bbc-2782.html

Closer to home buy new in Fermanagh for €1100 https://www.donedeal.ie/gardenequipment-for-sale/toro-time-master/21118571

For only €499 you can pick up this 56cm in Woodies, looks decent enough, there 10% off first purchase if you register and buy online.
https://www.woodies.ie/pro-lawn-56cm-163cc-self-propelled-petrol-lawnmower-1143248

Same €499 will buy you this 53cm composite deck Husky from Robert Kees, not that big a cut by your requirements but very maneuverable, huge discount on normal. I fondled one last week and was impressed
https://robertkee.ie/product/husqvarna-lc253s-self-propelled-lawnmower?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkIzlBRDzARIsABgXqV9r_qJEFtKtukHJX_MdCFqk1WWe1aDnJMc4yqObzPij2pQOKN3N55caAopTEALw_wcB

Theres also this single blade 60cm Harry commercial, cost as much as a Toro twin
http://www.lawn-king.co.uk/machinery/lawnmowers/petrol_self_propelled_lawnmowers_2014/gt60sh3v/

Thanks a million for that. Very much appreciated.

scouser123 · 10-04-2019 11:42am

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the BIOCLIP mulching on the Husqvarna TC239T. It seems to be a lever that you push and suddenly its a mulcher. Does this just close off the chute entrance in the blade area and dump clumps of grass on the ground or is there something more clever in its operation? I want to collect and mulch in different areas of the garden and this sounds ideal but if it sounds too good to be true.........

Many thanks for any help.

NIMAN · 10-04-2019 11:46am

scouser123 wrote: »

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the BIOCLIP mulching on the Husqvarna TC239T. It seems to be a lever that you push and suddenly its a mulcher. Does this just close off the chute entrance in the blade area and dump clumps of grass on the ground or is there something more clever in its operation? I want to collect and mulch in different areas of the garden and this sounds ideal but if it sounds too good to be true.........

Many thanks for any help.

A lot of the walk behind mulchers work like this.

The grass cuttings are retained in the chamber for a second and are chopped repeatedly as the blades turn.

And they are 'dumped' on to the grass, although they should be quite fine if conditions are right.

Its works ok on my Honda anyway, but always remember that if you are mulching then you should never be taking off too much and it should be as dry as possible.
If you cut a lot off and its wet, it'll not go into fine pieces and will lie on your lawn in big wet lumps.

scouser123 · 10-04-2019 12:10pm

Cheers NIMAN.

fryup · 10-04-2019 12:29pm

@NIMAN

how does a mulching accessory on a ride work? all it seems to do is block the back chute?

NIMAN · 10-04-2019 12:36pm

fryup wrote: »

@NIMAN

how does a mulching accessory on a ride work? all it seems to do is block the back chute?

Same way. On my ride-on Husq, there was a large plug which went into the back chute, which stopped the cuttings entering any exit and kept them under the deck, where the blades cut them to fine pieces.

I mulched with a ride-on on every cut for several years with no issues.

This is the newer shaped ones, this goes into the rear chute, and the bottom bit covers the exit from the cutting deck
https://www.frjonesandson.co.uk/products/husqvarna-bioclip-mulch-plug-for-lawn-tractors/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4v30-rfF4QIV-B-tBh3v9wBJEAQYASABEgK4E_D_BwE

fryup · 10-04-2019 12:40pm

will the existing blades do? or should you have mulching blades?

Krombopulos Michael · 10-04-2019 1:07pm

NIMAN wrote: »

A lot of the walk behind mulchers work like this.

The grass cuttings are retained in the chamber for a second and are chopped repeatedly as the blades turn.

And they are 'dumped' on to the grass, although they should be quite fine if conditions are right.

Its works ok on my Honda anyway, but always remember that if you are mulching then you should never be taking off too much and it should be as dry as possible.
If you cut a lot off and its wet, it'll not go into fine pieces and will lie on your lawn in big wet lumps.

About to do my first cut with mulcher this year and my grass is quite heavy so this is good to know. Ill top it first this week and go again next week.

my3cents · 10-04-2019 1:09pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

About to do my first cut with mulcher this year and my grass is quite heavy so this is good to know. Ill top it first this week and go again next week.

Weekly in our climate particularly at this time of year isn't often enough if you are mulching and want a good finish.

Krombopulos Michael · 10-04-2019 1:15pm

my3cents wrote: »

Weekly in our climate particularly at this time of year isn't often enough if you are mulching and want a good finish.

I would like to do it more often, but generally restricted to weekends due to work commitments.

my3cents · 10-04-2019 2:00pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

I would like to do it more often, but generally restricted to weekends due to work commitments.

That is the all to common reason that mulching fails in Ireland. Miss one weekend as can easily happen due to weather conditions or commitments and you really are stuffed.

Later in the season though it can save you a good bit of time if the ground dries out and growth slows down.

NIMAN · 10-04-2019 2:30pm

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

About to do my first cut with mulcher this year and my grass is quite heavy so this is good to know. Ill top it first this week and go again next week.

Are you not able to collect the grass?

I would for the 1st few cuts, until you get it down to manageable levels.

With grass cutting, you are only meant to take off a max of 1/3 of the height of the grass with each cut. A lot of people usually scalp their lawns, and scalping and mulching do not mix.

Krombopulos Michael · 10-04-2019 2:37pm

Disposable of the grass is the problem where I am, so mulching would work better for me. Also I inherited the ride on mower of the house I bought, and it has no box, just mulcher setup.

I have no problem going out every weekend, providing its not absolutely abysmal weather.

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