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Posted by Chuck on May 6, 2008, 8:25 am
LouB wrote:
> Joseph Meehan wrote:
>>> My front swivel Ariens finally died. It had a 5.5 Tecumseh engine
>>>
>>> The new Ariens LM21SW Has a Kohler or Kawasaki 6.0 motor.
>>>
>>> Not sure what the better motor is, they are both $650
>>>
>>> Any other suggestions for a mower?
>>> I have never used a mower with straight wheels, the swivel wheels let
>>> the mower go around my landscape.
>>>
>>> I looked at the John Deere, but it has a Briggs and Straton Motor -
>>> not sure how good those are.
>>
>> There is a good reason most mowers don't have those swivel wheels.
>> They make the straight cuts a little harder, while they make the trim
>> cuts a little easier. Most people use the non-swivel wheels and do
>> just fine. A little down pressure on the handle reduces pressure on
>> the front wheels so the mower can turn with little problem. If you
>> have a lot of irregular trimming to do and little large areas with
>> straight cuts, I would look for swivel type, otherwise I would look
>> for the standard set up and save money.
>>
>> I just bought a new battery powered electric mower. It is doing
>> just fine. It is a little lighter than my old gas and is quieter.
>> Not the same power for really tall grass, but I don't do that often
>> anyway and I can borrow a neighbors (maybe complete with their son or
>> daughter) to get the job done if needed.
>>
>> It has been my experience that there are differences between
>> engines, but brands have both good and also cheap engines. The
>> professional engines start easier, run quieter, last longer and have
>> more power. They also cost a lot more. Only you can judge if the
>> difference is worth it and if you have a lawn that is large enough and
>> has enough trimming to do to justify it.
>>
>> You also may want to try ratings like Consumer Reports as a source
>> of information on current models. Few people here are going to be
>> able to give you information on more than one model and since their
>> needs and experience will be limited, it may not apply to you
>> (although it may be useful).
>>
>>
> Good reply to which I can only add a model with large rear wheels makes
> it easier to lift the front.
>
> Lou
I have had my Ariens for over 15 years and would buy another one. It has
always started on the first or second pull. I don't have the front
swivel wheels. Also Briggs is a good brand motor. Kohler is also a good
motor. I agree with the larger rear wheels.
I tried Snapper years ago and I was not impressed.
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