Bought a NEW MACHINE! and it's Yellow, First of Two Yellow Machines

[@toshayonguard4253]

I bought one of those for my Dad last year Father’s day and he has told me this steering wheel zero turn is the best mower he has had in all his 65 year’s of mowing. He is 82….😁

[@PapaJack68]

I agree with you on DEF usage Mike. I retired after serving 30 years in the Army. My understanding of your statement and consistent position is DEF not needed as exemplified by the Military. Love the new “Ole yellow.” Great choice.

[@Hoa-Mechanical]

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[@LeeTrimble-re7kd]

Cub gives veterans a 10% discount but gives the latino mowers association members a 20% discount /There will never be another cub on my property, I cancel the most expensive mower they have because I heard the dealer talking with a latino about his discount, Then I was told I could join it for n50 dollars I told them where they could put their mowers,

[@stevecanepari106]

Mike, been watching your channel for several years. This is my first time to comment. I have hilly property to mow, in particular areas around a 3 acre pond. I was not able to cut the backside of the 300 ft long pond dam as it was too steep. My neighbor had a pond and a zero turn mower. Each time he mowed, he had his wife stand by with their 4 wheeler because he would usually end up in the water. The neighbor was at my house when the contractor I use for dirt work stopped by to look at a project for me. He is also in the lawn maintenance business and he had a Cub Cadet steering wheel zero turn on his trailer. We talked, he unloaded the mower and proceeded to mow a corkscrew pattern across the entire length of the pond dam. That was all it took. Next day I purchased a RTZS and never looked back. If Cub Cadet just had a video of his mowing my pond dam, they would never need any other advertising again. BTW I really enjoy your videos. Over the years you have taught me many money saving ideas and how to work all kinds of equipment efficiently and safely. Thanks.

[@greghott9155]

I use one at my Uncle's property. I like the way it mows especially on side hill mowing. I have used Skags in the past and they are phenomenal on flat ground but I really like the Cub Cadet on side hill.

[@johnconwell6357]

Agreed. I have a much smaller property, about 1.3 acres, but it has hills. My previous mower was a Gravely zero turn with a 52” deck. Great mower and built like a tank but I had multiple places with skid stripes where I had to try to turn into a hill and a few places where I had to be very creative so I wouldn’t go skidding into the woods. I now have a Cub Cadet ZT S2 50 and it is perfect for my hills. No more skidding and I find myself even cutting in ways I wouldn’t attempt with the Gravely. Only complaints, not as beefy as the Gravely and it rides a little rough. I had added a suspension seat to the Gravely and will do the same for the Cub and that should solve that problem. Bottom line, if you have hills, get a Cub with the steering wheel.

[@weekendwarriorwade]

I just bought a ZTXS6 60. Amazing machine. I selected it because I have a large amount of steep mowing to do. 2 Years ago I bought a commercial Husqvarna zero turn and it is horrible on the hills. So the Cub will be at the cabin where I have the steep pond banks and the Husqvarna will stay home.. Both great machines but the again the Husqvarna is horrible on the hills. You will love the steering wheel cub!!!!! My father bought a steering wheel cub many years ago and its still running strong.. We still use it often at my "mums"..

[@MichaelKeffer-k8i]

Hi Mike I bought almost the same mower 4 years ago (only the 700 series). We have some steep hills on our property and I wouldn't go back to a standard zero turn mower. Many Blessing!

[@Duncangonefishin]

Good morning y'all !!! May I say buying a mower the wife will use is absolutely brilliant !!! Enjoy the day and a tip of the hat to you good sir, and hello from British Columbia.

[@Hoa-Mechanical]

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[@elizabethbrassfield6418]

John bought a 500 cub.We have lots of trees to mow around, ditches and wooded area. I love it, as our Yorkie can ride with me. John said the one thing, hard to raise deck to clean under

[@byronrobinson8633]

I run a lawn care company in Pennsylvania. Can definitely say zero turns are crap on hills. We use walk behind mowers for the hills and zero turns on flat areas. I’ve heard great things about those mowers but haven’t tried one yet. Nice buy.

[@fldeere]

Hello Morgan Crew!! I purchased this exact same mower last year only in 60" cut) because we just moved to 10 acres and needed something more robust. I like you also wanted something my wife could use because it will primarily be her mower, and she does not like lap bar ZTRs and frankly neither do I. I want to ensure people know that this is a true ZTR, only better because the front wheels work as front wheel should (rather than flopping round like a ZTR does) and this is Definity a commercial grade mower from the transmission to the engine to the deck and overall mower structure - really a solid unit. We have about 50 hrs on the machine now - flawless. I really enjoy using it much more than the ZTRs I have had before. You can turn much more precise with the steering wheel. I loaded it on a very tight trailer the other day (maybe 1/2" on either side, and another guy watching told me I would never get that mower on that trailer. He was amazed how easy it was and said he would never have gotten his non-steering wheel ZTR on that trailer, steering and throttle too jerky and no control over the front wheels. I look forward to more videos on the CUB - it really is special unit and I expect it will catch on with others soon - why not! It is that good. No suspension like a Ferris, but that air-ride seat makes up for it in my opinion. Keep up the great work Morgan's - wonderful channel and content!!

[@keithburch5506]

Don't know why, but last video you announced a new yellow machine, a mower was not on my mind. I guess i just didn't know you sold the Xmark. Surprised, i was. My youngest son mows my grass now since my brother died. My brother had a Toro, zero turn. My son's is not a zero turn, but it is a Cub Cadet. My uncle also used a Cub Cadet. My uncles lasted him nearly 20 years, w minor repairs. Josh has had his just a year. Good for you and Melissa. That was cool watching you improve your trail through your forest. With your equipment, you can do anything you need!! I also concur w you about people hearing what they want to hear. Often i replay memories of my family. It seemed every time i found something i wanted to share w them, no one could stay still or quiet long enough to get what i wanted them to get out of it. The dog, the cat, the phone, the child, get a drink, bathroom..... always interference. So i wonder how many commenter's "could" actually hear what you said. Don't know. But im alone, i heard what you said, and no, you did not say or even imply military should use def. Today's video was nice, and thank you. I got a Chromebook for father's day. Love you guys and love your channel. 👍🚜❤️🙏🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@snapperkc9317]

Congrats on your new mower Morgans. I had a zero turn for years and a yard that had not much incline but, like you at your Mom’s , my pucker factor was always maxed out while mowing around it. Looking forward to Sunday’s video introduction on your second yellow addition!

[@robhilt1952]

Hi Mike, I live in West Virginia and my 7 acres is mostly hillside. I bought a Cub zero turn with a steering wheel and it is not only more sable but I cut an hour from my mowing time. No comparison to me, I recommend it to everyone I talk to. Thanks for the great videos.

[@JB-fh9rb]

Mike - first time ever since I began watching your channel that we made an equipment selection before you could discover the best equipment for the job! We’ve been watching your channel for years and I take your recommendations for almost everything when I can because of your due diligence and logic. We made the choice for our Cub Cadet because while we live in the coastal flats here in the inland waterways of North Carolina; all the properties here have severe ditches and swales to control rain runoff and drainage so a standard zero turn would have been treacherous. My wife loves mowing the lawn and we are now mowing about 5acres consistently with our ZTXS-52!! We love it and that air ride seat is worth its weight in gold… however, now I’m considering upgrading to the 72” Pro!!

[@timothysmith3697]

We have a 2021 Pro Z Steering wheel w/60" deck 200+ hours, Kohler powered. Great on the hills here in SW MO. Now if you are working for speed and want to make that quick 180 at the end of pass, your arms may wear out cranking that steering wheel around and back, then again I'm in my 60's so probably just me. Maybe i need a brody knob for it haha. One small issue if you are mowing taller grass and make passes over your clippings, clippings will build up under the floor deck forward just above the front end (below foot pedals), hindering reverse pedal and some steering operation meaning stiffer/sluggish. Part of maintenance that i don't recall seeing in manual is to clean that area out time to time (requires removal of floor deck on mine, no big deal a few torx head screws). Maybe this a non-issue with newer models. Good machine overall for our use mowing 3 - 4 acres. Best to you and family and pay no attention to the DA's that do not listen to what they hear.

[@douglasscott3936]

I have had a 4 wheel steer Kubota G-1900 lawn tractor with a 54'" deck for over 30 years and it still runs great and mows perfectly. I agree it holds on inclines and I found that changing the rear turf tires to tractor cleated type even improves its' handling and traction on the most severe hillsides.

[@ron4843]

Congrats on the new mower! Looks like you made a good pick. Enjoy it!

[@wildbill23c]

That's just a larger version of the Cub Cadet that my neighbor bought recently.....Kind of thinking about something like that myself, since I have the Kubota BX2680 I really don't need a lawn tractor...but those zero turns are expensive. Right now I have a DR Power 26" walk behind mower and the BX has a 60" deck if I feel like messing with that to put it on. A dedicated mowing machine is definitely needed, but I'll struggle through this season with what I've got, its summer now, so mowing isn't going to be very often since I'm at work all the time and nobody around to water the lawn I won't have to mow much LOL. I had a Cub Cadet XT1 42" with the Kohler 18HP engine, it did great for me, but after my grandfather passed away in January, I found out my uncle's lawn tractor was broke down yet again, and he's put more money in it than it was worth to begin with....so I took my lawn tractor over for him....he isn't in very good health and doesn't need to be out pushing a mower. I'm really trying to decide between a zero turn, or just getting another lawn tractor, my property is pretty flat so a zero turn won't be much of an issue, but I've never been on one LOL. I wouldn't mind using the Kubota but due to where I keep the tractor I have to install and remove the deck every time I need to mow as it won't fit in the shop with the deck installed right now as the opening isn't wide enough. I have about 3/4 of an acre that I would have to mow, so I've been thinking since I gotta replace the lawn tractor at some point I'll go with a 50-54 inch deck....there's a few places the Kubota won't squeeze into with the 60" deck, but if I got a deal on a lawn tractor or zero turn with a 50-60 inch deck it would be fine....have to wait till next year though, finances haven't been going well this year LOL. Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist is so full of people that are trying to scam, both buyers and sellers, its more of a waste of time than its worth most times. I have a lot of stuff I'd like to sell but getting it all out, taking pictures, uploading, writing descriptions, etc. takes way too much time and effort for what stuff is worth, so thinking I may do a yard sale here soon and clear out a bunch of stuff I no longer use and get things uncluttered.

[@JimDavidson-tb7qv]

You made a great choice with the mower. I spent many years operating a Super Z Hustler. Lots of power and fast but tough on hills. My own mower is a Cub Cadet Z Force SZ. An earlier version of what you purchased. Works great on hills. The Kawasaki motor is now past 800 hours and still runs great. I hope this will be the last mower you’ll ever need.

[@billw5231]

I’m right with you Mike. I have been running a Cub Cadet zero turn Z Force SX54 with a Kawasaki 24 HP professional grade engine for the last 5 years. I absolutely love the mower on the sloped sections of my lawn. My only complaint is for cleaning underneath the deck and sharpening the blades, the deck is not easy to remove for this maintenance which I do multiple times per year. Otherwise, I can’t say enough good things about it for mowing grass.

[@mikemorris485]

I had the same machine before we sold the farm, Awesome Unit guys you will like it. Only thing i did not like was cutting around trees, we had a bunch and after a few years there was a circle where the grass was torn up.

[@googleboy7]

Had a Cub, once........ONCE! I've owned a Grasshopper for twenty years. Absolutely ZERO problems. Good luck with the Cub. Shalom/gw

[@Darrell_Coquillette]

I've had a Cub for 6 years now, and for the same reasons. It just can't be beat on the hills. I have really put that thing to work hard and have had little to no issues. Thanks for the videos and tell everyone hello from Southern Illinois.

[@johndeyermond1807]

Mike as a former Army General officer who watches your channel often I never thought your comments about DEF was a shot at the armed forces. The focus of the Army was, is and should always be operational readiness of the force. The reason we serve is for people like you to be able to voice their opinion on anything. You have what a lot of people lack namely "common sense". Keep up the great work.

[@Hoa-Mechanical]

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[@Bodie2020]

You should never say “people like you” when referencing defending the freedoms of Americans. You should only ever reference we stand for the rights of all Americans no matter how the believe!! Because just as you statement you have the right to speak and do as you please. But at times we could phrase things a little different. Only because we as citizens need to represent respect and honor at all times and hopefully we can inspire just one person to be better. That’s all that we can do.

[@ky.gambler5281]

people like you is the problem in America today. Too soft and feelings hurt too easily. I understood his statement just fine, wasn't offended at all, easy times makes soft guys..

[@5W5Y5]

Don't get to caught up on yourself @johndeyermond1087... The point of the message overall is our government that knows well enough that these restrictions are ridiculous and would never impose them on our military (thankfully) has no problem making civilians pay for all that added cost and unreliability. I'm a 20yr vet as well and just by the sound of how your response started, I can tell you were one of this officers that took themselves too seriously. No need to tell everyone how awesome you were... We already know. 😊. Get a grip!

[@Whiskey61]

You might have had reasons for joining the military, but what you accomplished was furthering the agenda of the Jews.

[@billyladner3062]

I bought a used Cub Cadet about ten years ago and it's still running great. I don't like zero turns and my son owns a Kabota. Have fun and stay safe!

[@glencrouch442]

I've had my Cub Cadet with the four wheel steer for almost 7 years now, love it! It's the easiest zero turn to operate out there and it holds hills extremely well. I have a ditch to mow that is super steep, it does that with zero problems, even easier than the tractor type mower I used to have.

[@laurakilmer8652]

My hills were so steep, I kind of slid a little to one side. I had to aim higher to counteract the sliding. I had a smaller mower than yours. I thought I was going to turn it over many times but it never rolled. Wow. You are so right.

[@gary5307]

I've had three Cub Cadet mowers with the first two made under IH and the last one after Murray/MTD took the name over and don't want another. Hope you have a better experience than I did.

[@terryshetley8143]

Good information to know on the steering wheel zero turns. I have a steep bank that worries me every time I mow it. I’ll have to look into that and see if it’s affordable for me. Thanks again and keep ‘em coming.

[@reallyemptypockets6509]

I bought one last year, not for the hills, but for having the steering wheel to assist me with getting on and off the machine. On my zero turn I would bump up to my flag pole so I could grab onto the pole to help me get on and off. Now I use the steering wheel to get on and off 👍

[@paulfischer6573]

Mike and Melissa I want to tell you how much I like watching your videos. My wife and I watched every video and thought you where a wonderful couple. My wife passed away last week and I haven't been able to watch your videos because it reminded me of her sitting here with me watching also. Keep putting them out there and I will come back just not right now. Thank you

[@jimkempton5568]

Very sorry to read that you’ve lost your wife Paul. I loss my wife also and so I may understand a tad more than others how that feels.

[@kbrown1969]

I’m so sorry 😢

[@Hallnout]

Good afternoon Morgans and friends. Ive been running Cub zero turns since 16', not that model of course but have had zero issues. Have a day!

[@greghelton5509]

I owned and used an older, residential steering wheel version of the Cub Cadet zero turn. Used it for maybe 12 years. LOVED it! I had several slopes to mow that were quite steep. No problems at all. In fact, with the center of gravity lower than a typical riding mower, it was a beast on slopes.

[@harlyjock1]

This is our 6th year with our Cub zero with the steering wheel. Precisely bought for our hills and my wife not wanting to use traditional levers. It is excellent for her and the hills. Came with a 4 year warranty. Our vendor does the complete maintenance ounce a year prox $500.

[@ericsmith257]

I’ve been running the Cub Cadet steering wheel zero turn for about ten years. I have two of them and love the concept. That said, do yourself a favor and order two of those steering cable that are under the foot deck. You will break about one cable per year on average, and you’ll want a spare! Also check that all the bolts are tight from the factory, especially the 4 bolts holding the engine to the frame.

[@cuttnhorse2013]

Make sure you have your tire pressure correct. It softens the ride as well, with the weight adjustable seat. I have hilly ground, on a two sided cliff. Mine goes like a BILLY GOAT!😂 love it. Ronnie East,Tennessee

[@arlo4051]

I used the neighbors a few times to mow his lawn and it was a nice machine , especially on the hills around the pond. Not sure if it was out of adjustment but reverse was the slowest thing I ever saw.

[@khtractors]

My Dad had 3 of these and absolutely loves them. He has some very steep ground to mow and also uses one on a large Cemetery that is all on a decent slope. Handles great around the headstones. Such a time saver and safe to use!

[@jimday6076]

Great video Mike. We have owned a cub pro z 200 60 inch deck for 6 years now. It has a Kawasaki engine also. 650 hours on the mower and other than oil and filter changes and blade sharpening I have only had to replace 1 switch on the machine. We live on a hill and mow around a pond and the pond dam and your right about not giving you the pucker factor. Great choice for a good dependable mower. Cub calls the gearing and linkage under the Flo pan the “clock works” and if it gets dusty on you or wind blowing grass back on you while mowing you need to keep that area blown out. Debris can gum up the works.

[@brianshea5423]

Your 100% correct Mike!! People can't seem to comprehend things anymore and it seems to be exaserbated on social channels sadly. Keep up rhe great content! Very much enjoy your view and opinions..!! Enjoy the day !

[@delialusk1]

Mike, I watched that video on Decom. I did not get that impression that you were stating that they should have to use it. I agree with you the public shouldn’t have to use that crap.!! Keep up the good work,Mike Love your new lawnmower

[@TM-jl1zd]

Can’t say that I interpreted your last video that way at all. It was pretty clear what you were saying. Some people will only hear what THEY want to hear and not what is actually being said. I wouldn’t give it a second thought. Can’t wait to see what the second yellow machine is!

[@ronreed6497]

I have the cub cadet Pro 554S and we love it. As you stated they make the dually, they have two versions of it. 972SD and the 972SDL. (s- steering wheel, d- dually, L - leveler) The 972sdl the seat is air ride and pinned. pull the pin and it will float side to side 15 degrees each way. All the SD units are rated for 25 degree slope. My wife WILL NOT attempt to drive a lap bar zero turn, but will mow with my Pro 554S. It is just like driving a car. The one word of caution is to always keep the CLOCK that you showed under the floor pan clean from debris.

[@sprucegoose1016]

Gratz on the new purchase Mike 👍 I dont mind the def. I get it a s local cardlock. They have a def pump there. As for your diesel youll never see 32mpg. Max 22mpg. My family has owned several diesels.

[@mlj6419]

Mike, as one of your sane and 100% common sense viewers, you don't need to explain yourself. I stand with you on many fronts. Don't change and continue to hold your ground. I will not apologize any longer to anyone for my beliefs and views. Thanks again for a great video.

[@JustAFlyover]

I second that!

[@richardstewart2680]

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[@thomasryan8218]

I fourth that.

[@russellbowman8051]

Awesome review on the Cub Thanks For The Video!! Keep Smiling On!! 😅👍👊❤️

[@chrisbridger3420]

I fifth that.

[@gwaynel8363]

Love the cub mower. I run exmark but I don't have many hills that it will not handle. If I was in the market for a mower I would certainly give the cub mower a try. I always enjoy your video's. The DEF fluid is a bad system for our country and I understood what you were talking about. All the best from Greensboro NC>

[@LaLaLucky7777]

I love it! Congratulations Morgan's one fine mower!

[@lawrencetirrell8414]

Hi Mike. Happy Father's Day. A " present" for you & Melissa. I wondered about Melissa & the very fast mower. We have a lot of Cub Cadets in Tractor Suppy Co. I've a few Vermont owners use Cub Cadets. I personally haven't use one either. The Cadet works well at your mom's place. Melissa picky about that trail's 90 degree turn. No adventure. 😆😆😆😁😁😁😊😊😊 Your " new path" will be smooth out in time. That's wonderful. You had a good Father's Day. Question? How your mom Mike? Well. Say Hi to Melissa, Eva, & Hunter. 🥰😉👍❤️💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@laurakilmer8652]

I was just about to tell you about the Cud Cadet Zero turn with a steering wheel. They are Great Great Great on a steep hill. I bought a new one in Tenn. Loved it.

[@ronbrown1139]

Hey Mike, I spend my summers cutting grass. The company I work for just acquired 3 of the pro 700s with the 60 inch decks and the guys love them. I drive a Kobota 2690 with a 72 inch deck(I have for 8 years) and I love that machine. I like the forward deck setup as opposed to the Cadet underneath deck setup and I do the big hills.

[@ronniecaudill3147]

I have had 3 of thoes mowers, bought them all at power zone in Christiansburg va. Best mower you will ever use. Great on hills

[@timkunz8177]

Mike I’m near you.Freedom rd. Ive owned a pro z 100 for 3 years going on 4, Nothing . I mean Nothing can hold a horizontal hill like these machines . Safest thing for Pa yards. Rock solid.

[@stevenfinlayson9795]

Mike thanks for all you do, we love you KZbin, and we hear you.

[@Dan-oz4qb]

The Kawasaki engines are great. Cub Cadet commercial stuff is good quality. I'm sure that mower will be great over the long haul. I've never had a problem mowing hills with a traditional zero turn but understand your concerns on that.

[@jamespate1193]

I have a smaller version the 48 ln cut but I absolutely love it the way it handles on hills is awesome have had many zero turn mowers and the ztr-s cub with the steering wheel is the best

[@JohnSmith-tv5ep]

MIKE, love the 'facts' on the the new mower! You don't have to watch what you say anymore about anything! It's your show now! We still have the FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHT to speak truth and opinions. Good Stuff !

[@Hoa-Mechanical]

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[@jnich17]

Mike, I had a Cub Cadet power steering zero turn before my Xmark and loved it. I will be selling my Xmark also and going back to the Cadet because of my hills also. I get that pucker factor also and am not comfortable with it. That is a really nice mower.

[@wesleyjackson1036]

Mike, I have the 972 with the rear duals and love it. I've got a little over 200 hrs on it and haven't had any issues. The dealer services it once a year because it's a beast to lift for servicing. I mow slopes about 30 degrees and have no problems.

[@danwilliams6830]

Mike I have the Kubota ZD21 mowers and they handle hills pretty good. The trouble with a couple of the mowers you were talking about is they don't have any weight to stay grounded. I know the Bad Boys at least the older ones were very light.😊

[@ralphjelomono1066]

Nice mower Mike. The deck and engine remind me of my Gravely. Tough as nails and cuts beautiful. I have +500hrs in 6 years on the Kawaski engine and it has never missed a beat. Thanks for the video.

[@wbar4398]

Mike, I have a smaller version of the cub cadet with steering wheel. It is a 50” cut which is just right for my size yard. I bought it because I have some slopes to deal with. Mine does not have ROPs which is a plus because of low limbs(don’t want to do wheelies). Love it. Main complaint is the grease fittings are pressed in. If your grease gun tip sticks to the zerk, and you try to pull it off, the zerk comes out. Yours is more a commercial model than mine and may have threaded zerks.

[@glenturner5356]

Absolutely awesome mower I first saw this on Messick's this will serve you well

[@realairplane261]

Nice mower. Makes sense on the hills.

[@nathaniellyon4855]

Mike, I have the 972 with the dual wheels in the rear. I love the machine. I've put it through hell and back and it's still rocking and rolling. Good choice!

[@craiganthony9174]

Looks like it will do the job well. I run a Kubota 3690 front deck, and it is a mountain machine. Maybe worth a look next time around

[@robertadditon7154]

I have the smaller one and I love it . If the front wheeles have grease fittings be sure to grease it every time you use it . And don't bump things with the deck you can bend a rod and it will scalp the lawn on one side . Allen all it's a very good machine

[@toddpacheco4748]

Congratulations on getting a mower that you and Melissa can use for the yards 😮😊❤

[@Augy.1]

Thanks for the video Mike, I grew up on Cub Cadet machines.

[@joangibson859]

It seems that too many who comment on KZbin have their braids too tight as we used to say. I own 5 acres about 2 miles from your favorite Bass Pro on I-79 and do not want a zero turn. Many have suggested it. Would not work. Two fields a lot of lawn around the house, barn, etc. I also have wooded areas my late father created when they bought this part of an old farm in 1937. My garden tractor is a fairly new Simplicity. I tow a 13cuft Lowes cart (which I put together many years ago) w/ my tractor. With those 2 things plus my battery chain saw, 26" hedge trimmers, large string trimmer and 10' pole saw (all Greenworks battery), I can take care of this place. Mowing takes about 3 1/2 hours.

[@kimparrish4915]

Ventrac

[@millcrafters]

Wow great features. I bought a John Deere Z320R Zero Turn and I love it but I have a small property without any hills at all. It has the Kawasaki motor in it as well. My John Deere walk behind mower bought a couple of decades ago with the Kawasaki motor is still going strong. You brought up some real ouch points for zero turn mowers, and they are all well stated. My friend with two acres had bought my J Deere Zero turn, and he was going under a spruce and the arm caught, and he lost control, and wound up with his neck going into a wire that severed his skin. That's the danger of zero turns, and the steering wheel avoids that. Here is a feature that my hat is off to your new mower and that is the front wheels will actually break camber, as in go completely sideways, and thanks to the rear wheels working in conjunction with the steering of the front wheels you can turn the entire machine on a dime. Having a 72" mower deck means that you have a much wider wheelbase too meaning you have the ability to run it sideways on a hill. My JD the instructions tell you to now run it at greater than a 25 degree incline. I'm glued to this channel. By the way in regards to the drum sander, and not a planer, you really need a planer, AND a drum sander, AND dust collection. Drum sanders create an enormous amount of sawdust, not to mention the planer creates plenty itself. You can get a bag over bag dust collector. No need for a whole house level of dust collection. You can put some Y's on a few hoses, and tuck them against a wall. Anyhow, great choice for a mower. Congrats.

[@jrbrumley9334]

Mike, I saw your video about DEF fluid not being used by the military and have no problem understanding what you were saying and I think your title of the video was right on. If you want something to go wrong just assign that project to the government and I am fairly certain this DEF situation is directly connected to the government. If anyone has followed you for a while know your feelings about DEF and doing away with it. I only have one diesel vehicle and a diesel John Deere 318D skidloader and a Kubota B1550 diesel 4x4 garden tractor and none of of them uses DEF fluid. The diesel vehicle is a 2010 F250 Ford and it doesn't require DEF and I am pleased about that. but, It does regenerate when it needs to and this too uses much more diesel for a few miles but really isn't a major problem but is a nuisance for sure. Keep up your good work and thanks for taking us along. J.R.

[@ln5747]

DEF is clearly good for air quality in cities etc. Whether that is worth the negatives of cost and reliability I'm not sure.

[@billborden9179]

Where we live (Sierra Foothills east of Sacramento) a Zero would not work. So with said I have never operated one. What I love for mowing is my Kubota GR2120, riding mower, Diesel (No Def Ha Ha) 52" deck. 4 wheel drive with what Kubota calls Glide steer, make a turn the inside rear wheel free rides. It's great I swear it will make a 90 degree turn. Great for the hills. Very stable.

[@haunbg]

Hi Mike,,,,had my Club Cadet. for 2 years,,,only thing,,,,wish it had grease fittings,,

[@bubbashadetree262]

Mike, I noticed you put that foot plate back down real quick after seeing that complicated mechanism. I can’t imagine the nightmare if one of those plates get bent or a sweet gumball gets hung up in. It might want to check with your lawnmower technician to make sure his tools are ready enable.

[@angelasavin4001]

Thought the same thing. I would be worried about the dirt and debris. Definitely need to blow this one out. It's still a really neat mower.

[@pamrakes474]

I have a Cub Cadet SXZForce 54 I have had It 9 years and it has the steering wheel and I love it .

[@All-Terraingarage]

I have one and we have very steep side hills. Works amazing, my wife loves it.

[@thecomoroskys]

As a prior military guy…, I totally understood what you said Mike. I think you hit the nail on the head when you said sometimes people hear what they want to hear. Any more, I think some folks are looking to find a way to be offended rather than giving folks the benefit of the doubt. Any ways that’s just my opinion. God bless from Idaho!

[@adubbelde1]

I bought an Old SCAG Turf Tiger with a 26HP Kohler. I absolutely love mowing with it. I mow the bar ditch in our development. In some places it's pretty steep. There are a couple of times where it got steeper than I was comfortable with. So When I hit that level, I pulled back on the downhill side and slammed the uphill side forward and took it into the ditch. But it will hold very well on a steep side hill. It's quite heavy, with me aboard it's over a ton. I think it's more of a confidence thing for me as opposed to the ability of the mower.

[@scottlong4327]

I have two pro z 900s and I love mine. The only problem I have heard of with them is that some people say they’re steering cables broke after a few years. I keep my front heavy gears greased well. The one’s above the tires. I also use teflon dry lube on the cables, slides, and gears under the center panel and on the cables where they come around in the front. I have had mine 5 years with zero problems.

[@stephenellis3430]

That’s a nice Mower Mike. You mentioned that mowing wasn’t your favourite activity. Now you can share the load now Melissa likes the new ride. I’ve seen so many people get in trouble very quickly with a traditional zero turn sliding into ditches. This looks incredibly stable.

[@danshields3654]

I have seen it also on other channels I follow and I have even watched the videos again to try and understand peoples comments like you said people sometimes interpret what is said differently than what you say not much you can do about it. Just keep the videos coming.

[@anthonyrider9190]

I mow with both types and I agree the mower with the steering wheel is easier on the hill, but the lever control I believe turns better and is easier around gardens and tree, tighter turns.

[@billdillon3886]

As a former owner of a landscape management company, I always used zero turn(Walker/Exmark).If we had a hill we couldn't hold, we put a 44 inch mid-size walk behind on it. Either mulch units or center throw. With the Walkers we bagged all clippings.

[@PeterDowd-r9b]

Mike, I really like the Club Cadet Mower especially with the fuel injected Kawasacki Engine . and the 72 inch mower deck. It looks really stable on the side hills .

[@jims3650]

I have a lot of hills on my farm That I can not use a tractor. I have a Ventrac that is the best for me to use. It has 8 wheels and it never slips on the hills. I love it.

[@rickysafer2895]

You made the correct decision Mike, Cub Cadet products have always been my choice of mowers.

[@mcpiddler1135]

I have a 2015 model of the Cub Cadet mower and can attest that the mower is absolutely the best on side hills. I have about 300 hours on it with only one spindle bearing failure.

[@mcpiddler1135]

Mine has Kohler power and has been excellent so far.

[@terryclement9811]

My neighbor and several work mates have those mowers and love them for hills here in the mountains of western NC

[@andylucas6407]

I have the series smaller than what you have and I love it. Great mower

[@jamesharrod8733]

we have had cub cadets for at least 15 yrs - both tractors and zero turns , easy to get parts and service , and they last

[@jamesharrod8733]

for us the 60" cut works well for our hills if went wider would have uneven cut

[@Arlatube]

Great Engine. You'll see about the rest of the machine. The rest just rattles to loose parts. We use a cub on one part of a farm less than 400 hrs and about 6 yrs old. Def not like our 2 old IH cubs. Wishing you luck.

[@ln5747]

I'm on 500 hours on this model and none of the issues you speak of. Did you have a residential model?

[@BeginnerforBSeries]

HI Mike, I have a Cub Z-Force SX 54". I bought it to handle slopes where my Toro the front end would fall off line and down the hill I went. The stationary front tires make all the difference. I can turn like a zero turn but I can also do slopes greater than 30 degrees. They say no more than 20, I believe but it's low center of gravity and stationary front wheels allows me to navigate those slopes with ease. Tons of power too to pull a Cyclone Rake. Enjoy... you will love it!

[@stevem6711]

Mike - retired military and I have a 6.7 SD. I didn't interpret your comment that way at all. I agreed with you as you made the statement about DEF. I have a Ferris mower and my experiences have been the same. I avoid the hills when I can.

[@leevanruler119]

You are right on target about DEF and long-term impact for all industries that have to be within compliance. The advances in technology and fuel consumption are far and away better than where we were in the 70's through the early 2000's. Keep up the great work!

[@lonniechartrand]

At the 2:35 mark, it was nice to see the CANISTER AIR FILTER on that engine. I have an Ariens XD52 that had the standard box filter and it was always getting clogged! I bought the "after market" canister filter, and it is great!

[@robbyhiggins]

We bought a Cub Cadet ZTS2 54" last summer for the ability to comfortably mow slopes and my wife and I both enjoy using it. It feels safe and secure all the time and you only need one hand to steer it which is far more relaxing than the dual push bars. Well done Cub Cadet!

[@davidskabelund4298]

Just wanted to say that I love your videos. It is helpful for the average Joe to be able to live vicariously through you and your family. If I had my druthers, I would be living your life. Keep up the high quality content!

[@bryannutter2251]

Mike I'm on my second cub cadet with the steering wheel. First one has 800 hours on it wife uses it. Just had to fix the center hub on deck . Still going. Second one is a pro z 500. With the pivoting front end like your 900. Mine has 400 hours on it. We mow about 3 acres weekly. 1/2 hillside turns right around trees. I have owned one for 13 years now..we live in the Hocking hills. Old man's cave area. In ohio so I have hillside to mow.. only thing that would make it the ultimate is if it had full suspension like ferris. If have any problems with it reach out mike...

[@PatrickWagz]

I could tell that was a Cub Cadet in the opening shot by the steering wheel texture/design... I think their Commercial line is pretty good, BUT their Residential line took a HUGE hit in quality about 25 years ago!! *Have a Day... Hey Hunter!!!*