Electric lawn mowers, I was wrong

[Taurus]

I never wanted an electric lawn mower, I'm old school and was going to use gas mowers until they I could no longer have one. Well, I got a Greenworks electric snow blower last winter to use on smaller snowfalls to keep from getting the big one out and was totally impressed. I never had to use the big gas unit at all, even in 12" snow totals.

So this year I though I would give in and try a Greenworks lawn mower, I already bought a leaf blower from Greenworks earlier in the year so I had two battery set ups. I bought the non-self propelled (I like pushing lawn mowers for exercise) 80volt unit with a 21" steel deck.

I gotta say I really like using this thing to the point I have not used the gas unit since June. Light, powerful and easy to use plus it does a great job. I have yet to need a second battery, really happy with it. I also love the fact that it is designed to be hung up or stored folded up, big space saver.

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[vettemed]

I have a greenworks 40v unit. I went back to gas after using it for 6 months or so. It's "ok" but not really a replacement for gas, to me.

[Louie Detroit]

Not likely to blow out a rotator cuff starting an electric.

[Taurus]

I have a greenworks 40v unit. I went back to gas after using it for 6 months or so. It's "ok" but not really a replacement for gas, to me.

I wonder how different the power is between the 40V and 80V when using it? Who knows, I may go back over time but I'm pretty happy with it right now.

[Taurus]

Not likely to blow out a rotator cuff starting an electric.

Nope and at my age I'll take everything I can get. :D

[vettemed]

I wonder how different the power is between the 40V and 80V when using it? Who knows, I may go back over time but I'm pretty happy with it right now.

Well, it cut the grass ok, but it was not self propelled, and that made a huge difference in favor of the gas unit.

[Rikki Z-06]

I bought the Greenworks 21" self propelled. Works excellent for my yard.:yesnod:

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[mrvette]

~50 y/o neighbor chick across the street was chasing one of them green units around her front yard, hers had two batteries on board, and it was QUIET as hell.....witch is what propelled me to catch her near the curb, and ask about it.....she picked it up USED for 300 bux.......some chicks do better with a cute smile than a guy with a gun......

at any rate that thing did a rather GREAT job on the lawn.....AND didn't even have to Listen to it....!!!!!!


:seasix:

[VatorMan]

I’ve had a Greenworks self propelled for about 4 years now. I have a gas mower when the grass gets too high as backup. But you are correct-light, powerful and easy to store.

[Mike Mercury]

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[Jeff78]

How big is your yard?

[KenHorse]

I too went with an electric lawn mower in late 2023 when I got tired of keeping the ol' Craftsman ICE going. I went with an 85 volt, self-propelled Snapper, 21" and I couldn't be happier. It came with 2 batteries and a rapid charger but I've never needed to use more than one battery for any mowing session.

Cuts well, handles anything that I would throw at the Craftsman (tall, wet grass for example).

And I don't need to tear down a carb twice a mowing season to clear out the plugged jets from all those little rubber particles jamming things up.

[KenHorse]

Not likely to blow out a rotator cuff starting an electric.

Funny you mention that. I was just diagnosed with rotator cuff problems in my left shoulder (dominant side as I'm left handed).

Unrelated to the lawn mower however

[MY03C5Z]

If you have a small enough yard, under a half acre then I’m sure they would work fine. I have 1.5 acres so have a cub cadet gas tractor. A comparable battery powered tractor is more than twice the cost. Have been using this 23hp Kawasaki twin for 14 years now with ZERO engine issues. Starts immediately every time. Other than oil changes and filters I haven’t touched the motor. Tractor is a 50” and has been as close to problem free as I could have hoped for. My opinion: Electric push mowers are a good option. Electric lawn tractor-if money is no option and you want to feel your saving the planet in some odd way then go for it.

[TheHammer]

Cute, and matching toolbox.

[Vandelay Industries]

Not likely to blow out a rotator cuff starting an electric.

If that happens starting a gas mower, you're doing it wrong.

[Vandelay Industries]

Funny you mention that. I was just diagnosed with rotator cuff problems in my left shoulder (dominant side as I'm left handed).

Unrelated to the lawn mower however

So you're really a lefty, huh?:leaving:

[KenHorse]

So you're really a lefty, huh?:leaving:

I prefer Southpaw :D

[Vandelay Industries]

I prefer Southpaw :D

Nice. :cert:

[Louie Detroit]

If that happens starting a gas mower, you're doing it wrong.

Tell that to an old fart my friend.

[Yadkin]

I'll stick with my 20-year-old Snapper walk behind, aluminum deck and RWD with the B&S OHV engine.

[lrobe22]

Pics of 20 yr old snapper?

[Taurus]

How big is your yard?

.45 acres.

[Yadkin]

Pics of 20 yr old snapper?

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[CurtP]

Mine is a hybrid.

[snide]

Buncha homos up in this thread. :yesnod:

[theandies]

$800? No thanks

[04 commemorative]

Buncha homos up in this thread. :yesnod:

Yikes, he speaks :wow:

[Mick]

I never wanted an electric lawn mower, I'm old school and was going to use gas mowers until they I could no longer have one. Well, I got a Greenworks electric snow blower last winter to use on smaller snowfalls to keep from getting the big one out and was totally impressed. I never had to use the big gas unit at all, even in 12" snow totals.

So this year I though I would give in and try a Greenworks lawn mower, I already bought a leaf blower from Greenworks earlier in the year so I had two battery set ups. I bought the non-self propelled (I like pushing lawn mowers for exercise) 80volt unit with a 21" steel deck.

I gotta say I really like using this thing to the point I have not used the gas unit since June. Light, powerful and easy to use plus it does a great job. I have yet to need a second battery, really happy with it. I also love the fact that it is designed to be hung up or stored folded up, big space saver.

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What do you think about the leaf blower?

My mixed fuel one is nearly 20 years old, and starting to show its age. It is also the last machine I have that uses mixed fuel, so I wouldn't mind going electric there. A couple of neighbors have electric ones that I have tried, and they just didn't have the power to move the huge piles of Oak leaves.

[VatorMan]

What do you think about the leaf blower?

My mixed fuel one is nearly 20 years old, and starting to show its age. It is also the last machine I have that uses mixed fuel, so I wouldn't mind going electric there. A couple of neighbors have electric ones that I have tried, and they just didn't have the power to move the huge piles of Oak leaves.

I have the Greenworks 40V backpack blower and it rocks. Plus I don’t have to wear hearing protection from a noisy 2 stroke engine.

[09CTSV]

We have an electric lawnmower. We have not had to push a lawnmower since May of this year. Ours charges itself, mows on its own and does one hell of a job at it. When it rains, it goes home to his garage and waits for it to stop to go and finish mowing. It will mow up to 2.25 acres, handle steep grades and even will do patterns.
Best thing we have purchased for the house.

[DJ_Critterus]

i have a Kobalt 40v self propelled for the areas I can't get with my zero turn. Works great.

[Bruze]

I have nothing against electricity.

I love my electric well pump. Life would be a PITA without it.

I love electric lights, my water heater, TV, internet, yadda yadda.

Five or so years ago I bought an electric weed-wacker. I previously had two cantankerous gas jobbies that I was always ****ing with to get and keep running, etc. The electric one is a zillion times better -- pull the trigger it runs, let go and it stops. It came with 2 batteries but I never need both to finish up.

If an electric mower or car works for you, that's fine.

The problem I have is GOVERNMENT FORCING US INTO EVERYTHING ELECTRIC. They are doing it for a reason and it has nothing to do with the bogus idea of "climate change." That is just the emotional hook to encapture the minds of the unthinking masses.

It is about raw political power and the ability to micromanage our lives right down to simple daily tasks.

If you buy any of the left's premises you've already lost the debate. Their premises must always be challenged or we are screwed.

What we've had for decades and it is taking us straight to hell: [GOP politician] Hey! Wait for us! We wanna be socialists too, just not as fast as you guys! Please stop and let us catch up! [/GOP politician]

I'm just kidding about all that, carry on. :cert:

[Swany00]

only electric thing we have is a kobalt leaf blower, got it for the roof because lugging a gas backpack blower is a bitch and hurts like hell when you bail off the roof. Actually use the shit out of it, gone through a couple of batteries.

I like to have choices but our govt is pretty much forcing us to do what they want, shit is getting really old

[Yadkin]

We have an electric lawnmower. We have not had to push a lawnmower since May of this year. Ours charges itself, mows on its own and does one hell of a job at it. When it rains, it goes home to his garage and waits for it to stop to go and finish mowing. It will mow up to 2.25 acres, handle steep grades and even will do patterns.
Best thing we have purchased for the house.

Your Mexican stops for rain?

[Yadkin]

I have nothing against electricity.

I love my electric well pump. Life would be a PITA without it.

I love electric lights, my water heater, TV, internet, yadda yadda.

Five or so years ago I bought an electric weed-wacker. I previously had two cantankerous gas jobbies that I was always ****ing with to get and keep running, etc. The electric one is a zillion times better -- pull the trigger it runs, let go and it stops. It came with 2 batteries but I never need both to finish up.

If an electric mower or car works for you, that's fine.

The problem I have is GOVERNMENT FORCING US INTO EVERYTHING ELECTRIC. They are doing it for a reason and it has nothing to do with the bogus idea of "climate change." That is just the emotional hook to encapture the minds of the unthinking masses.

It is about raw political power and the ability to micromanage our lives right down to simple daily tasks.

If you buy any of the left's premises you've already lost the debate. Their premises must always be challenged or we are screwed.

What we've had for decades and it is taking us straight to hell: [GOP politician] Hey! Wait for us! We wanna be socialists too, just not as fast as you guys! Please stop and let us catch up! [/GOP politician]

I'm just kidding about all that, carry on. :cert:

After using my son's electric pressure washer I bought the same model, and sold my gas one. Far lighter, so no struggle getting it up the deck stairs. But the best feature is automatic on and off. Plus, any gas one I've had seemed to use a gallon of gas for every ten gallons of water. ;)

[Tikiman]

I considered buying an electric lawn mower, but then realized that I have about 3-1/2 acres of finished lawn around my house and I am not gay. So, I abandoned the thought.

[Vandelay Industries]

I considered buying an electric lawn mower, but then realized that I have about 3-1/2 acres of finished lawn around my house and I am not gay. So, I abandoned the thought.

Think of all the warm meals you're missing while waiting for the mower to charge back up.

[Tikiman]

Think of all the warm meals you're missing while waiting for the mower to charge back up.

Warm meals are overrated. My dream is to one day own a lawn mower that can match the carbon footprint of John Kerry's private jet.

[bsmith]

I'm still not there.
was looking at ICE mowers last weekend and a 80V Toro with a striping kit caught my eye.
I went home to check the price on a replacement (second) battery...and it was $300-$400 depending on the Ah rating.

Buddy has a 60V GreenWorks and likes it, but he says it doesn't bag the clippings well.

[Mick]

I have nothing against electricity.

I love my electric well pump. Life would be a PITA without it.

I love electric lights, my water heater, TV, internet, yadda yadda.

Five or so years ago I bought an electric weed-wacker. I previously had two cantankerous gas jobbies that I was always ****ing with to get and keep running, etc. The electric one is a zillion times better -- pull the trigger it runs, let go and it stops. It came with 2 batteries but I never need both to finish up.

If an electric mower or car works for you, that's fine.

The problem I have is GOVERNMENT FORCING US INTO EVERYTHING ELECTRIC. They are doing it for a reason and it has nothing to do with the bogus idea of "climate change." That is just the emotional hook to encapture the minds of the unthinking masses.

It is about raw political power and the ability to micromanage our lives right down to simple daily tasks.

If you buy any of the left's premises you've already lost the debate. Their premises must always be challenged or we are screwed.

What we've had for decades and it is taking us straight to hell: [GOP politician] Hey! Wait for us! We wanna be socialists too, just not as fast as you guys! Please stop and let us catch up! [/GOP politician]

I'm just kidding about all that, carry on. :cert:

The first electric lawn machine I bought was the string trimmer. The gas ones I had, the tap on the ground to get more string lasted about a year. After that, it was stopping the machine, letting out more string by hand, starting it back up, several times per trim.

The electric one has been awesome, string feeds fine year after year after year. I have two batteries for it, but only need one for a full trim most of the time. When I start up in the spring, the driveway and around the gardens always need extra work, so I need the second battery then.

[slewfoot]

Funny you mention that. I was just diagnosed with rotator cuff problems in my left shoulder (dominant side as I'm left handed).



Damn! That is a pain I wouldn't wish on anyone. I injured mine once but not torn and that was bad enough.

[Taurus]

What do you think about the leaf blower?

My mixed fuel one is nearly 20 years old, and starting to show its age. It is also the last machine I have that uses mixed fuel, so I wouldn't mind going electric there. A couple of neighbors have electric ones that I have tried, and they just didn't have the power to move the huge piles of Oak leaves.

I have the 80V and as someone else already said, it's a beast. I have 47 mature trees on my lot and have no issues with pushing leaves around.

[KenHorse]

I'm still not there.
was looking at ICE mowers last weekend and a 80V Toro with a striping kit caught my eye.
I went home to check the price on a replacement (second) battery...and it was $300-$400 depending on the Ah rating.

Buddy has a 60V GreenWorks and likes it, but he says it doesn't bag the clippings well.

Mine bags just fine

[KenHorse]

I'm still not there.
was looking at ICE mowers last weekend and a 80V Toro with a striping kit caught my eye.
I went home to check the price on a replacement (second) battery...and it was $300-$400 depending on the Ah rating.

Buddy has a 60V GreenWorks and likes it, but he says it doesn't bag the clippings well.

My Snapper bags just fine (STFU lrobe22)

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[lrobe22]

Dnw pics of your toy snapper

[MY03C5Z]

I'm still not there.
was looking at ICE mowers last weekend and a 80V Toro with a striping kit caught my eye.
I went home to check the price on a replacement (second) battery...and it was $300-$400 depending on the Ah rating.

Buddy has a 60V GreenWorks and likes it, but he says it doesn't bag the clippings well.



Yeah but just think of all you will save on gas! I probably spent $300 on gas for my 23hp Cub Cadet in the 14 years I’ve owned it. Pretty sure those batteries aren’t going to last anywhere near that long. And are you talking push mowers??? If so that’s a really ridiculous amount for a battery.

[KenHorse]

Yeah but just think of all you will save on gas! I probably spent $300 on gas for my 23hp Cub Cadet in the 14 years I’ve owned it. Pretty sure those batteries aren’t going to last anywhere near that long. And are you talking push mowers??? If so that’s a really ridiculous amount for a battery.

When a toner cartridge for a laser printer is pushing $200........

[VatorMan]

Yeah but just think of all you will save on gas! I probably spent $300 on gas for my 23hp Cub Cadet in the 14 years I’ve owned it. Pretty sure those batteries aren’t going to last anywhere near that long. And are you talking push mowers??? If so that’s a really ridiculous amount for a battery.

My battery has been fine for the last 4 years.

[MY03C5Z]

When a toner cartridge for a laser printer is pushing $200........



My Brother B&W toner cartridge is $42.00. :shrug:

Also, wtf does that have to do with a discussion about ice vs electric mowers…..

[KenHorse]

My Brother B&W toner cartridge is $42.00. :shrug:

A 6000 copy one for my Lexmark is $175......

[Unsuspicious]

Just helped an injured uncle start his gasser, an electric mower is in his near future. Why didn't anyone design these so you could slap on a power drill or impact driver to give it a start

[mrvette]

Just helped an injured uncle start his gasser, an electric mower is in his near future. Why didn't anyone design these so you could slap on a power drill or impact driver to give it a start

Long time ago, that's what I used, a welded on socket to a 6" extension, and an electric drill ......been some years since I have used that setup now.....

I have the top off the mower I used now....the recoil starter is possible to use a stocket on it, now....not that I need it...so far....

[Vette40th]

I bought the Greenworks 21" self propelled. Works excellent for my yard.:yesnod:

112365

Those batteries look the same as girlfriends Kobalt battery lawnmower.

[09CTSV]

All this talk of lawnmowers I had to send "Rover" out to mow this afternoon. Had it mow the yard twice for the checkerboard look. Robotic lawn mower is the way to go. So nice to send it out to mow, run out for that hot meal, come home to a nicely mowed yard. Haven't touched our push mower since May. Thinking of how well this Robot does, we might get rid of the push mowers. Just depends on how well "Rover" mulches the leaves.

[Onebadcad]

I need to say no, as if I got one, getting a telsa would be next.

My honda ICE does fine,,, until it doesn't.

[Rikki Z-06]

Best thing about the electric lawnmower is the torque, I can smoke my neighbors ice mower every time in our 1/4 yard drag races. :yesnod:

And I can drink a 12 pack of light beer and grab a microwaved burrito while charging for free when I plug in to my neighbors outdoor outlet. :funnier:

[Rodnok1]

Just helped an injured uncle start his gasser, an electric mower is in his near future. Why didn't anyone design these so you could slap on a power drill or impact driver to give it a start

Briggs had a wind up starter back in the 60s maybe early 70s.
It was awesome but would wear out IIRC.

[Vette40th]

Push mowers, makes men out of boys. Get one, get in shape.
Or, like my neighbors,

[KenHorse]

Push mowers, makes men out of boys. Get one, get in shape.
Or, like my neighbors,

I've always wanted a reel mower instead of a rotary. They do a much better job but dayum. They ain't cheep!

[KenHorse]

All this talk of lawnmowers I had to send "Rover" out to mow this afternoon. Had it mow the yard twice for the checkerboard look. Robotic lawn mower is the way to go. So nice to send it out to mow, run out for that hot meal, come home to a nicely mowed yard. Haven't touched our push mower since May. Thinking of how well this Robot does, we might get rid of the push mowers. Just depends on how well "Rover" mulches the leaves.

5 or 6 grand?????????

Lazy, deep pockets bastid ya are

[DDSLT5]

I have a greenworks 40v unit. I went back to gas after using it for 6 months or so. It's "ok" but not really a replacement for gas, to me.

vettemed

Why do you say? I have a Stihl weed wacker - electric (battery) powered - works great for my purposes. I'd never go back to a gas wacker of weeds. What was inadequate about your electric mower?

[Vette40th]

I've always wanted a reel mower instead of a rotary. They do a much better job but dayum. They ain't cheep!
Neighbor got his out of Germany. It was not cheap, but his lawn is nice.

[vettemed]

vettemed

Why do you say? I have a Stihl weed wacker - electric (battery) powered - works great for my purposes. I'd never go back to a gas wacker of weeds. What was inadequate about your electric mower?

It cut the grass just fine, but my gasser is self-propelled. That made the choice pretty clear.

[A/E]

Buncha homos up in this thread. :yesnod:

And Lawn Care Idiots

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[CurtP]

Just helped an injured uncle start his gasser, an electric mower is in his near future. Why didn't anyone design these so you could slap on a power drill or impact driver to give it a start
Honda, Toro, Cub Cadet, Husqvarna and Troy Built have electric start gas push mowers.

Or, like my neighbors
I have a gas powered reel mower. Fantastic cut as long as the grass is short and your lawn is flat, even if the grass is wet. Mine isn’t as big as the one in your picture, but it weighs 170#.

[Over140mph]

Here for the drive-by..

I'm surprised the aftermarket batteries for these things are fairly inexpensive. Just over a benjamin gets you a spare battery. Probably will only last for a season so the convenience of "no gas" is somewhat of a misnomer

[Taurus]

Here for the drive-by..

I'm surprised the aftermarket batteries for these things are fairly inexpensive. Just over a benjamin gets you a spare battery. Probably will only last for a season so the convenience of "no gas" is somewhat of a misnomer

Replacements for the 80V Greenworks batteries are $199, I have three pieces of equipment in the line and as a result have three 80V batts. I have used two for the snowblower on heavy snows but never needed a second for the lawnmower.

The batteries alone have a four year warranty and a battery life estimated at seven years. We'll see I guess.

[BADRACR1]

I had a B&D electric weedeater for like fifteen years. Finally died. Got a Husqvarna two stroke gas. Loved it. Tons of torque and did a hell of a job. Died at the start of this season. Something internal popped and no more compression. After a lot of studying I decided to try a cordless electric. Got a Kobalt 40v. I have to admit it does a great job. Just have to see if the battery outlasts the warranty.
I do believe that I will stick with the XT2 Cub Cadet for use as a lawn tractor.

[Trapper Sean]

I've gotten plenty good bang for the buck from my Kobalt 21" electric mower and line trimmer for small yard -- esp if you include warranty.

Mower with 5 year warranty did die on the wifey at about 3-4 years in. I can't say if it could have actually been revived. She raised heck and got a new one free. Replacement still going for 5-6 years now.

With some minor maintenance replacement parts*, these two have lasted over 9 years now. When they die, I will likely replace with more modern, more powerful Kobalt. No intention of going gasoline, riding. No need for better brand name.

* 1 new wheel bearing
about 3 new blades, curvy and would be hard to sharpen
blew out apparently dead (wet?) motor with WD40, started right up again.
new spool hub cap on trimmer
now reusing the Kobalt trimmer spools with more aggressive aftermarket line - works a lot better than Kobalt brand

[NoOne]

I had a self propelled EGO and even on the 80V didn't have enough power. I suspect maybe the non-self propelled would?

It has a high power mode if it felt it wasn't cutting but you could not manually put it in that mode. I would rather have it be in that mode all the time and just buy another battery.

If it had more power I'd never go back to gas.

[Tikiman]

My wife does most of the trimming while I do most of the mowing. A few years back, she said she wanted a battery-powered trimmer. We bought a Black and Decker model and got a spare battery with it. With two fully charged batteries, it would barely go around the house and the pool equipment before running out of juice. Frustrated with this, we purchased a Milwaukee M18 string trimmer since we already had multiple M18 cordless tools and plenty of batteries. The Milwaukee trimmer is a beast. Much better built than the Black and Decker and, with the 6.0 Ah battery I bought for it, she is able to trim for much longer periods of time on a single charge. I also like the fact that it takes the heavier .095" trimmer line that I prefer to use.

[Unsuspicious]

Black and decker? I've only just met her

[lrobe22]

My wife does most of the trimming while I do most of the mowing. A few years back, she said she wanted a battery-powered trimmer. We bought a Black and Decker model and got a spare battery with it. With two fully charged batteries, it would barely go around the house and the pool equipment before running out of juice. Frustrated with this, we purchased a Milwaukee M18 string trimmer since we already had multiple M18 cordless tools and plenty of batteries. The Milwaukee trimmer is a beast. Much better built than the Black and Decker and, with the 6.0 Ah battery I bought for it, she is able to trim for much longer periods of time on a single charge. I also like the fact that it takes the heavier .095" trimmer line that I prefer to use.

That's good to hear. Every black and decker tool I've tried has been housewife grade trash. Milwaukee is for people that actually do work.:seasix:

[Tikiman]

That's good to hear. Every black and decker tool I've tried has been housewife grade trash. Milwaukee is for people that actually do work.:seasix:

The Black and Decker would really only be a good tool for someone with a really small house or yard. And it only took .065" trimmer string. With a full 6.0 Ah battery pack in the Milwaukee, she can trim 800 feet of fence line on a single charge. I have yet to be disappointed with any of my M18 tools.

[Jasper711]

Quiet yard maintenance equipment is going to be a difficult transition for the hired professionals who seem to think they are paid by the decibel.

I borrowed an EGO brand electric chainsaw to take down a small tree on son's property, and that was compelling, compared to the normal ritual of awakening a gas chain saw from 18 month hibernation. I'm pretty sure it would run out of battery if cutting up a large tree for firewood, but I could do that in smaller shifts.

[KenHorse]

Quiet yard maintenance equipment is going to be a difficult transition for the hired professionals who seem to think they are paid by the decibel.



I don't think electric is practical (at least not yet) for these guys; they'd have to carry a shitload of extra batteries with them. Hell, they'd need a separate trailer just for them!

[NoOne]

I don't think electric is practical (at least not yet) for these guys; they'd have to carry a shitload of extra batteries with them. Hell, they'd need a separate trailer just for them!

They will just leave the truck running to charge all the batteries.

[Mick]

That's good to hear. Every black and decker tool I've tried has been housewife grade trash. Milwaukee is for people that actually do work.:seasix:

I've had my B&D electric string trimmer for at least 6-7 years. So far, it has never had a problem. Trims great, does the edging well too. My property is only a third of an acre. I can see how if you had an acre+, it would not be up to the job.

[09CTSV]

5 or 6 grand?????????

Lazy, deep pockets bastid ya are

2K, yes lazy. But I can go out to eat, shop, gas up the Cat, charge the Hummer, walk the dog, chase the wife, laugh at the neighbors sweating to the oldies while mowing. The list goes on. The little guy has paid for himself three times over. We mowed every other day since May because of all the rain and how fast the lawn grew. Everyone around us was mowing, bagging and complaining. Ballers we are.

[Cool 50th AE]

I just call the guy.
An acre of land to mow and edge and clean for less than $75 each a week.
They even come onto my deck and porch to blow it out of all leaves and debris