850 HR. SCAG V Ride II Review | Not Without It's Problems

850 hr. scag v ride II review. Not without its problems

[@travismorrison904]

Yes please do the toro grandstand demo and a video!!! I bought one this season as my main mower not because it’s a toro but because I have a great dealer and that’s their main mower product. I was going to get the scag but all the dealers in my area just don’t do people right anymore. I’d love to see your thoughts on the grandstand!

[@DOCREAL1118]

I have heard that about several Scag dealers. That is a shame. I will see what I can do for sure brother and congrats on the new mower

[@travismorrison904]

@@DOCREAL1118 Much appreciated brother!! I like the grandstand so far ,but as you say it’s not without issues either. Thanks for the congrats and looking forward to your review!! Y’all try to stay dry this week if your near NC!!

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@travismorrison904 I am in Ohio and we are supposed to get soaked this week, Be safe and God bless

[@carlolicopoli2631]

​@@DOCREAL1118q 🎉

[@Likethetacosauce]

I'm on my second Kohler engine on my grandstand multiforce. Things I don't like - controls are heavy and take a while to get used to, I wish the discharge opening was larger, there are a lot of bolts underneath the deck which makes it incredibly hard to keep clean and collects a lot of wet grass.

[@coreyscutslawncare]

Hey Doc, glad you guys are finally getting some rain, still waiting for some here in Omaha. Grabbed some big mulch jobs to make up for missed mowing since it’s so dry. I grabbed a John Deere 636M Quiktrak stander for all my yards since 95% have gated back yards and boy is that thing the bees knees. Racked up 50hrs so far and it’s a great little machine. Hoping to grab a 52 for year 2 in business depending on how many larger properties I can add. Keep up the great work and god bless. 👊🏻

[@DOCREAL1118]

Congrats on the new mower brother 👊💯 That is amazing! Awesome to hear you got those mulch jobs as well. The Lord is good 🙏👊

[@LUKE--zy8un]

Ive been in this bis. since 1997 , and iv'e ran all the major brands . the scag v ride 2 is hands down the best most productive machine I've ever ran. I'm running the 37 hp brigs EFI. 975 hrs on it not a lick of trouble . I love the spindle design with timpkin roller barrings that are greesable.

[@DOCREAL1118]

That's one heck of a career my friend. I agree, the spindles are second to none! I am going to try the BadBoy Revolt next season. I feel for the savings it would be a good buy and worth giving a shot to. Thanks for watching.

[@eastsidelawncare4388]

Great review, I hope you find what you are looking for in a new mower. Have a great night!

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thanks brother 💪💯 I am sure I will. Only a couple new ones to go before retirement 😜🤣🤣

[@gildroyboothe2548]

Thanks for your review debating on switching from my wright to scag appreciate it

[@DOCREAL1118]

You would love the Velocity deck. You're welcome sir

[@davidfitch7188]

Great video Shane , Scag are great. I have a tiger cub 52 2004 with about 2000 -2100 hrs . 24 hp Honda and two newer Scags so I would say I like Scag . ❤️🙏

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thanks brother 👊🙏 You do have some beauties for certain. You could sell Scags for a living 🤣🤣 God bless brother

[@Boudreaux911]

Great review on your Scag Doc! I think it’s going to be hard to switch with different brands. You will probably go back with another v-ride! Great video brother👊💪

[@DOCREAL1118]

There is a great chance. I really want to try the Hustler. Glad you enjoyed it brother 💪💯🙏

[@nifs159]

Appreciate your review. I ran scag/wright for years. Swapped to Deere and I have nearly zero downtime now. They cost a little more but they are also worth more when I trade/sell. Cheers!

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thank you sir! I switched to a Bad Boy and I couldn't be happier with it.

[@WildCardMMA]

I have always liked how the scag stripes. im at that catch 22 with brands my dealer is one of my fathers good friends so for me it's either gravely or cub cadet. I have like some of the wrights. but the dealer support for me is the key. im looking to probably get the prostance 48 next. for those bi weekly yards my little.32 is a beast get in and get out.

[@DOCREAL1118]

Whatever you use is ok, dealer support is so important. As long as it cuts and makes you money it will never matter. We are all at the mercy of the dealers around us. God bless brother! Great to see you man

[@TheLawnFellas]

My boy and I watched this whole video. He said that’s a nice mower. I said stop cussing 😂😂 joking doc. Real nice review honest review I say. They definitely need to change their blade removal system. 💪🏼💯

[@DOCREAL1118]

🤣🤣 Now that is a good boy. I am actually going to call Wednesday and ask about a Toro demo. Thanks Tony. Absolutely, it's long overdue 🙏👍

[@TheLawnFellas]

@@DOCREAL1118 😂😂😂 he may be a scag man in the future.

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@TheLawnFellas Amen!! Lol

[@jeffreylucas2027]

Great review man! Hustler and badboy I heard good things about too. Scag is wonderful! Have a good one man. I know what you mean about bi weekly yards I do them but it’s going to get to a point where I stop taking them on.

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thanks, Hustler is nice and Bad Boy is top notch for sure. Hope you're doing well brother. I appreciate all the support you show me man! I don't even want these yards, Lol

[@jeffreylucas2027]

@@DOCREAL1118 iam doing well man I’ll have to show you all the new yards I took on this year it’s exploded for me

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@jeffreylucas2027 That is such a blessing! Congrats brother!

[@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364]

Great review Doc. Every mower has it's pluses & minuses hey. Just tell it how it is. Dealer support is the other thing. My Bobcat dealer is excellent & looks after me really well. 8.40am & it was -5 celsius (23 F) here this morning 🥶, so I'll be starting a around 10-11am when things thaw out . 👊💯💪😎

[@DOCREAL1118]

Wow!!! That is cold!! Brrrr!! Thanks so much brother! They all have pros and cons but I am happy with it overall. Dealer support is more important than the mower. BobCat mowers are getting more popular. Stay warm Mate

[@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364]

@@DOCREAL1118 As you know I'm very happy with my Babycat. I wish the Bobcat's had greasable spindles like the Scag though. Cheers.👊

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 That is a big selling point for me. Can you have them put in?

[@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364]

@@DOCREAL1118 Not sure. I've got a couple of spares now, so I'll go with that.

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@brianwelsh-primecutslawnca4364 Btw, I like your new mower

[@serenitytreeservice5448]

Easy solution turn the bolt around,nut on the bottom. I change my blades between jobs sitting on the trailer “waist high”.19 year now, no matter what anybody says the blades have never came loose.that’s one reason I own 3 turf tigers.hope it helps.GOD bless

[@DOCREAL1118]

Does it affect blade height or cut at all? Thanks brother 💪💯 God bless man 🙏

[@jadonnoble5621]

Just curious, have you ever thought about trying a Ferris stand on mower? The deck is extremely similar but they have some great comfort and additions that really make it a good choice. I am probably going to buy one after I am done with my vride 2. I like the vride but all of the grease points and the lack of ease of maintenance makes it a pain. I also think the deck lift doesn’t have enough support and the front wheels seem to catch on things a lot because they are too flat and aren’t round enough.

[@DOCREAL1118]

I have tried Ferris, too many grease points for my liking. Seems a bit over engineered but a very nice ride. Scag is super easy for me to work on but I am used to them 👊💯

[@justinparks3312]

I have two of the v rides and love them but installed grease fittings on the casters and told my boy makes no sense for scag not to just install those lol but other than that love them

[@DOCREAL1118]

I agree, what is $1.25 for a zirk fitting. SCAG can be cheap although they are among the best

[@Tcw2019]

The biggest thing I hate about scag is the bearing grease zerks and overall changing the blades. Like you said, put a regular bolt in it.

[@DOCREAL1118]

I like greasing them but I get it and the bolt just needs to be changed period!! With you on that man!

[@viking56737]

@@DOCREAL11182 things..Scag does not put zerk fittings on the front because they usually break off. The bolt design through the spindle is actually better for the consumer, the bolt takes more impact than the spindle if you hit something and other manufacturers use the same set up

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@viking56737 Appreciate that info 👊🙏

[@jamespeace2369]

Ferris skips out on them caster spindle zerks to I had one mower get tight to spindle but I put zerk in and it smoothed out insane the lil corners these big company’s cut

[@DOCREAL1118]

I agree! It would cost them 50 cents overall. Makes one wonder why at times. Ferris is a really nice mower. 👊💯

[@norfolksouthernteir4produc943]

Scags are top of the line love mine now let me ask u this if u were to buy a Vride would u only get the kaw I’ve heard the 37 vanguard is a good motor but never been a fan of Briggs

[@DOCREAL1118]

I had a briggs and had nothing but trouble from it. Never going to own an EFI until I am forced into it. I will stay carbuerated for as long as I can!

[@jaymeyers950]

Need to demo the cub cadet standing mower here there top notch

[@DOCREAL1118]

I tried one at the GIE nice mower 👍

[@shannonlambert8826]

Scag is a damn good mower . I been having my turf tiger for 11 years and never let me down . The tweels , I think I’m gonna get some . This morning 4/9/24 cut my first place put it on the trailer and noticed leaning going to my next stop . Flat tire !!! Had to go buy a tire and go get new one mounted . Cost me an hour plus diesel driving and my time . I hope the tweels or worth it .

[@DOCREAL1118]

It definitely is a great mower. The tweels saved me from 4 flat tires and down time already in one season. Worth every penny. Don't have to check tire pressure, not to mention the yards are level all the time.

[@ronslawnscrystalriver2151]

Thanks! Shoutout from my Wright 52X😂

[@DOCREAL1118]

Bro, are you kidding 🙏🙏 You have no idea how that helps. Your Wrights look brand new 👊💯🇺🇸

[@E.L.C.]

I know scag is a awesome machine but I don't regret my bobcat zs4000 52 with the efi

[@DOCREAL1118]

Heck no brother, that is a nice machine. You should do a video on it and how you like it

[@pilot742]

Cool Season grass...Velocity Deck is the best cut. No other deck can compete

[@DOCREAL1118]

I can't argue with that. They have the best decks on the market

[@grassyasslawncare658]

You really need to try the spartan KG I really think you would like it .

[@DOCREAL1118]

I like the Spartan but we have no dealer within 50 miles

[@grassyasslawncare658]

@DLT LAWNCARE LLC that's to bad but I would just about bet if you really wanted to try one my dealer down here set you up with a demo . They have a pretty good connection.

[@willspropertyservice438]

You probably disown me. After this. But I have a John deer stand on 52" . It what I coukd afford 2 yrs ago. It had also 1000 hrs on and got it for 2800.00. I thought it was a go deal. But it does the job. And cuts good. Yes I hate when I feel bad for people trying to help. But I have learn my lesson as well. It my price that it. All on maintenance work as well. And yes Sunday my grand kids took to lunch and dinner. Have to hook up soon. Have a good week.

[@DOCREAL1118]

I wouldn't disown you for getting a great deal 🤣 You're welcome to come to church with us anytime and then we could do lunch with everyone

[@emellina1]

Oh the allergies. You’re not alone. Great update on your Scag…one day you’ll buy a Wright. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DOCREAL1118]

Allergies are horrid 🤣 Did you say right or wright 🤣🤣👊 She is getting old but still running strong

[@jeffabbett9652]

Ran Scags for 12 years great mores you’d as nails. But 7 years ago bought John Deere because of 0% instrrest saved a bundle.

[@DOCREAL1118]

How do you like those Deere's? They all have 0% now, They are definitely great mowers brother 👊💯🇺🇸

[@diyjeff1838]

They dont put the zerk in, so they dont get snapped off.

[@DOCREAL1118]

Smart idea 👍

[@ronslawnscrystalriver2151]

I agree, it’s thicker than my other face cloths, but I sent it to you before I tried it.

[@DOCREAL1118]

I love it. The second yard it didn't fog up at all. Used it all day. 👊💯🙏 THANKS BROTHER

[@ronslawnscrystalriver2151]

@@DOCREAL1118 you’re welcome Sniffles🤣

[@spenny9274]

No such thing as issues with the Scag VR2. I’ve ran ran a 52” for 5 years and it’s exceeded my expectations. It’s also a carb kawi.

[@DOCREAL1118]

Lol. I only wish that were true. Love the Kawi Carb. engine brother! Thanks for the support brother

[@_Pat1984_]

I have the same mower in you’re opinion are the tweels worth it ?

[@DOCREAL1118]

100% yes they are sir! I didn't want to spend the money but they are worth every penny.

[@_Pat1984_]

@@DOCREAL1118 thank you I’ve been thinking on it a lot

[@kevinparker7550]

If you were starting all over, what equipment would you get? Trailer or ramp rack?

[@DOCREAL1118]

Definitely a tralier. A 48" V Ride II and a 52" V Ride II Those would be the 2 mowers I would own and of coarse hedge trimmers and blower, trimmer. I would have qwik-chutes on both mowers.

[@kevinparker7550]

@@DOCREAL1118 thank you. I was wondering if you were going to throw bad boy in there. I have breakers for most of every brand within 40 min from me. Bad boy is an hour. I’m in Washington, PA and that dealer is also Veteran Owned. I appreciate your reviews and videos

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@kevinparker7550 Thanks Kevin. Man, If I had a Bad Boy dealer I would be a proud owner. They are one fine mower

[@kevinparker7550]

@@DOCREAL1118 that’s all I need to hear

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@kevinparker7550 Hope it helps man. If you are starting please keep in touch with your progress

[@grantensign2672]

Deere does the same thing the bolt thru spindle, if you break a bolt off it’s just a bolt to replace and not a spindle!

[@DOCREAL1118]

Ok, that must be the reasoning behind it. Thanks for bringing that point to light.

[@phil9171]

Good info.

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thanks Phil. Hope you had a great weekend!

[@ramirocortez6392]

👍👍💯

[@DOCREAL1118]

Thanks brother!

[@NewVisionLCS]

I think Scag, Toro and Grasshopper make the best mowers!

[@DOCREAL1118]

There really are so many! That is a good list. I am going to try to test the Toro and see what they are about. I think Grasshopper would be a beauty to own.

[@NewVisionLCS]

@@DOCREAL1118 the only thing I don't like about my Toro is the touchy hydros.

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@NewVisionLCS All stand ons are that way brother

[@NewVisionLCS]

@@DOCREAL1118 Ohhhhhh!!

[@eddieh6429]

Scags are great cutting machines, far as maintenance not so friendly, the engineering needs lots of improvement

[@DOCREAL1118]

I disagree, I think people are Feeding you the red pill Big H 🤣🤣 👊 BOOOOOOOOM

[@davesparks3907]

Great footage brother, I've ownscag since 2000 ,run kawasaki, they all have quirks but haven't been nothing major ,a pto ,safety switch, pto switch but no real issues ! And for the customers that like to put off or delay cut ,they pay !! Have a great week , stay dry ,an stay hydrated! Take care Shane

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@davesparks3907 Couldn't agree more brother 👊💯🙏 Scag has been a quality machine for me. You do the same brother 💪

[@eddieh6429]

@@DOCREAL1118 You may have forgotten about I was very close to buying one, I demoed and I liked it, I think Scag makes it a little more complicated than it has to be to do the maintenance on it, just my opinion

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@eddieh6429 I forgot, I think you have to own one to see it's not really the case but I can see the point. I still love you Big H!!!

[@blacksmokematters4521]

Time to get that toro grand stand boy lol

[@DOCREAL1118]

I will give it a Demo but I don't think it will change my mind

[@blacksmokematters4521]

@@DOCREAL1118 I think you will when you see it stripe and cut 😉

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@blacksmokematters4521 Maybe, we shall see

[@luciano-km7mq]

Hustle and Hydrate

[@DOCREAL1118]

Always brother 👊💯

[@eddieh6429]

Rain here NC all week 😩

[@DOCREAL1118]

Get some rest buddy 👊💯

[@travismorrison904]

Hope we can make the best of it!! Certainly a work plan bummer!!

[@jmaugans73]

845 or 850, whatever it takes

[@DOCREAL1118]

🤣🤣

[@WhiteTigerFire]

i would of been Good Til I Blow My Riding Lawn mower up Now i Cant Get a new one any time Soon so i Dont know what i am Going to Do

[@DOCREAL1118]

Sorry to hear that man. That is unfortunate.

[@williambeverly1172]

Lol, the brake is hard to pull🤣🤣

[@DOCREAL1118]

Definitely, have you tried one? 🤣🤣

[@williambeverly1172]

In the process of purchasing, will definitely check that out vs the competition.

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@williambeverly1172 Just give it a look, you may like it. It's been great for me. Let me know what you decide on brother!

[@rodneyturner6892]

Roll tide

[@DOCREAL1118]

ROLL TIDE! I am actually a Michigan fan, lol. Don't hate me brother

[@rodneyturner6892]

@DOCREAL1118 your key chain said A for roll tide correct lol

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@rodneyturner6892 It does, I was a Bama fan. Buddy of mine bought that for me. I am a fan of both teams but Michigan at heart

[@harrisoncomerford9431]

Scag is the best lawnmower ever made. It’s got 850 hours. Go buy something else

[@DOCREAL1118]

I am now at 927 hrs. and still running strong.

[@TomDobyMowerRepair]

i never had children but i been called "daddy" a few times

[@DOCREAL1118]

Wow! DOBSTER, you are KZbins daddy 🤣🤣

[@blacksmokematters4521]

So your my lost dad I never had dooby dang...I need my child support 🤣

[@DOCREAL1118]

@@blacksmokematters4521 Lol

[@ronslawnscrystalriver2151]

Big Daddy 👊🏻