Homemade Front Mount ATV Mower

[@dennisthemenance5433]

I did the same when I got my VA Power scooter..Hooked up my 18" Gas LM and then following yr. Ryboi came out with their CELM and I been using that these past 4 yrs ! Got Freedom and can Mow my Own Lawn again.. VG Helping other Veterans do the same ever since..Happier Memorial Day ! US Army-65'-67'

[@JOEZEP54]

Your shop has a nice assortment of tools and your knowledge & skill using them is very impressive. Great build! I enjoy reclaiming, reusing, recycling what is on hand & enjoy getting ideas from other DIYers that do the same. Stay well, Joe Z

[@79943]

I worked around heavy equipment fabrication for many years which involved ALL the processes you employed in this project. Your skill set is amazing.

[@brandonmiller9828]

Did those processes include riding the cart out into the field during the rain?

[@jakebradbury4562]

You mastered that mower the blades are perfectly in line and in balance to the last gram, a couple weeks ago I was mower grass for hay on are farm with a 4 drum I think it 2.5 meter in length and the blade holder snapped of becoming a brick when though it and it shuck its balls off the part weighs 250 grams and the parts shop didn't have a new one so I had to weld one together and I was 30 grams to heavy and I thought it close enough got to the field started her up and it's going off again like crazy just shows what a good job you did to get it spot on 👍

[@greensnapper1602]

Man o Man, Very Nice to See Someone Still Doing GOOD HARD WORK !!

[@jonathancrouch7926]

Stunning craftsmanship. Attention to detail. Every woman wants a man that can do this, if need be.... Every employer, wishes they could have someone this smart, and make things like this happen. The way i was raised..if you dont have it...make it....if you dont know how....learn....

[@bufford14]

I ditto everything PacoWang says. You are the Man. Someone has taught you well in life to do all this. Great welding as well.

[@alaskamike3577]

This man is a genius. Well done. I love doing stuff like this but not this complicated. I have built several surface drive mud motors from scratch but nothing like this. Great work and thanks for the excellent filming.

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you. It's not complicated at all. Just looks like it. :D

[@tataathomas9786]

Most impressive video seen yet. Your talent should be worth millions to any MFG in the US. Hats Off and God Speed.

[@angargoy7181]

*The best of all is when you see the results of the work and the project working. Congratulations*

[@alanatkinson9364]

Your inventiveness knows no bounds ,I love that you take no prisoners👌👌👌👌👌🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@michaelball7440]

You had me at rubber couplings to minimize rock damage to drive system. And then you brought out the caterpillar drive. Bravo sir, bravo.

[@jimmcveigh7646]

Good old garage engineering. I like to think I am a pretty good DIYer. After seeing this, I'm gonna go bury my head in the sand. Fantastic job and creativity.

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers mate!

[@pacowang283]

You sir are a Master! Unbelievable engineering and craftsmanship skill Donn.

[@tysonburns3350]

I second that notion

[@benscoles5085]

no doubt about it, that Man is indeed a Master of Engineering,

[@abdelkadirbenbia3777]

ححخخ

[@pedroarevalo3869]

PacoWang x d

[@johnmaillet4291]

It is good

[@johnda5640]

Very well thought out and executed. You young man are a mechanical genius. Thanks for sharing.

[@eformance]

It's clear you have given a lot of thought to the various components of this build. From the rubber isolator, to the over-center motor engagement.

[@vasilevasile9089]

maistru ,nu gluma. Baiat priceput si energic.Bravoo!

[@MustangsTrainsMowers]

You might have over 100 hours into building it. In 1994 I built a mower on 4 caster wheels, mounting it to the rear and offset to the left side of my Wheel Horse 252-H tractor. It had a Bolens 34" deck and a Briggs 8hp engine. It ran twice and cut well but I had it geared too high and the engine popped a valve. I didn't have the money to fix the engine so I parted it out. I wish I had a picture of it, but in those years trying to come up with an extra $50 was really hard. About 15 years ago by parting out lawn mowers and have gathered enough engines, electric clutches and casters to build about 6 pull type mowers. My problem is I have had health problems since I was a teenager and was diagnosed with Lyme disease 4 years ago. I'm 50 now and I'm hoping I can stay healthy enough to build some pull type mowers before I die.

[@sheepdog457]

The best part is him riding the carriage frame down the shop ramp! Gotta have fun at your work!

[@newworldcat8766]

lo felicito muy creativo . le escribo desde Bogota Colombia muy buena herramienta para guadanar potreros del ganado , todo esta muy bien el video esta super

[@thelastengineer2315]

Your mechanical and engineering skills are only exceeded by you impressive videography. Well done all round.

[@VictorPoulin]

Pretty cool. I really wanted to see how well it turned while mowing. Then it didn't show it so I assumed it couldn't?

[@DonnDIY]

It does pretty well. Pretty wide turning radius though.

[@VictorPoulin]

Awesome man, I've wanted to hook my mowers on the front as well but never went through with the idea. I do currently pull 2 push mowers behind me though. Gets me a 94" cut in total. Vid is on my channel if you are interested.

[@JodBronson]

WOW, talking about " improvised ".... GREAT JOB !!! I LOVE IT !!! :)))))))))))

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers man!

[@hummyhero1484]

A lot of people cant come close to doing the stuff u do man u got some serious skills 👍

[@demoniack81]

Props for making something that doesn't look like it'll chop someone's leg off, unlike many "diy builds" on youtube.

[@jodysanders1111]

I know it's alot of work involved, but you can build some awesome stuff. You mill your own pulleys. That alone is noteworthy. Very inspiring videos. Good job.

[@garryfisher5512]

You are very good with your tools, and very good with your mind, great job!!!

[@DonnDIY]

Much obliged!

[@Futurebeefcake]

Damn this dude goes the extra mile with paint and everything. Hats off to you sir...

[@DonnDIY]

It happens from time to time. ;)

[@sojournsojourntraveler1203]

It is nice to see you use the rubber design cupping . I have opted to use a chain coupling after trial and error. Nice shop and nice job.

[@MrDavidelliottjr]

You sir are a genius. This is when no one makes anything worth a darn, so you build it your self.

[@victorbunch7725]

I have only three words for your young man,, Totally awesome build!

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers man!

[@philipsilvester]

nice job young man....very clever.........thanks for sharing......phil

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers, thanks for watching!

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

That's awesome 👍👌 love it, great invention, work 👍👍👍, and engine and the color.

[@leemer1]

Weapon of grass destruction. Very nice.

[@roycannnon2166]

fuck you bitch

[@bodeine454]

Lol

[@mhelmi73]

Great job Donn. Niche and particular cut and bonding. Like that working at last.

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers!

[@bigmikefrompa.3063]

Great Job!! Love the Foreman! Honda Foreman's are the best!!

[@DonnDIY]

Yeah, Foreman's are beasts on the work front.

[@MarkConwayTheBurgerKing]

Quiet an impressive build! 👍🔥

[@npsit1]

I like that you didn't put in music. Kudos.

[@kodycroghan7740]

No

[@bodiedominguez]

Very cool. I miss welding and fabricating. I worked at a company where I was the Lead mechanic with all my plus rates (welder-mechanic-machinist-pipefitter-millwright) so I had lots of tittles and The ones I used the most was my welding, mechanic, and machinist. I was forced out at 62, (Down sizing)and I miss that job, but I really enjoy being retired. I am building up my equipment, but I need a tabletop lathe.

[@rcytb]

Brilliant! Too many good ideas here to list them all. Much respect.

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers! Thanks for watching!

[@tonywilliams9469]

Thanks, I got to hand it you, (and whoever taught you) you really know how to metal fab, probably anything you set your mind to.

[@Kajuniter]

Giving new meaning to "push mower". Awesome build, but, your shop has a lot to be desired. I'll buy it !

[@mbrrideitlikeyoustoleit8436]

You my friend are a hell of a fabricator

[@MRCHUPKE]

My grandfather was a fabricator. Wishing he was alive so I could show him your outstanding video.

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks for the recognition. I'm sorry for your loss, I hope you had the chance to learn some awesome invaluable old school fabrication skills from him.

[@TheSTEPAN76]

Очень круто! Смотрел не отрываясь. Ещё плазмареза не хватает до кучи.

[@scoobysnacks3740]

This Has A-Team written all Over. Great video.

[@DonnDIY]

As much as I want to be BA it can never happen. I'd be more close to resembling Murdoch in both appearance and the way I act sometimes. :D

[@megatroll4224]

best cobbler on youtube

[@namibianbackyardengineerin4412]

Thank you so much for the tip at 6:51!!! Now I dont have to go through the trouble of making a keyway in the hub.

[@DonnDIY]

No worries. I'm glad to help out. Thanks for watching!

[@cedarrapidsfpvracing1155]

very kool! you should get funded on kickstarter then you can sell these to everyone who has a atv and big yard. the hard part is done which is the prototype. awesome keep sharing!

[@Z71Ranger]

Wow... Nice Work! Great Video!

[@gloryanna365]

Young man you have a gift, congrats, Fran

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you!

[@leonleon2239]

Nice job..keep them coming👍👍👍

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers man! Will do!

[@patalexander1965]

Measure, Cut and Weld, Cut and Weld, Measure, Cut and Weld, think, think some more, keep cutting, Weld ........man you a awesome robot man!

[@toddmason6013]

well done!!! you should be recognized for this incredible invention.

[@geronimo957]

Million viewers a Year!Well worth watching!

[@WillFlyForTips]

You cut splines on a shaft with a grinder...wow! Great job!

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers! Angle grinders are so universal.

[@joycethomas8868]

Very nice fabricating. Keep up the good work.

[@brianz7679]

Isn't that amazing. a young man, uses the internet togather information. Then goes out and build an idea, put it to work, and makes a difference! Good for you!

[@willissimpson7888]

Trump down due to foul language

[@michaelovitch]

Can't you use spring loaded belt tensionners or timing belts instead ?

[@DonnDIY]

It was just way too fast. I've done the mod now and it works very well. Just have to document it. :D

[@7ctransportcarpenter557]

Most the average folks watching your videos don’t have a metal lathe or mig welder but I do like the building process!👍

[@cranebeg]

Smart guy. I couldn't come close even if I had all the tools!

[@oldfartbutwatchit]

Wow , Love your " can do " attitude ! Are you sure you`re not originally from NZ ? Ha , what a genius mind , cheers Donn and keep us enthralled . This is what all young guys should aspire to , to be able to make something out of bits and pieces . With basic Engineering , welding and a mechanical mindset , you can just about build anything . Cheers.

[@wolfrig2000]

The part where you built the frame for the wheels and tested it by just riding it off into the sunset has hilarious. Makes me want to build at least that part!

[@DonnDIY]

🤣

[@1950harleycharley]

Very nice work! One guy I know says...."If women don't find you handsome....let them find you handy!" I say you probably do both! :-)

[@DonnDIY]

Hahaa! I've seen a show where an old man says that a lot. :D

[@michaelbriggs5737]

Donn DIY red green

[@jonathancrouch7926]

Handyman corner ! Red green...

[@ВладимирК-с6л]

отлично!! завидую технической оснащенности. !!

[@puntacanaman1]

Really sweet would be PTO driven for a compact tractor. Great build. Love watching a project like this. Awesome editing, too. Keeps it moving along. Top marks!!

[@DonnDIY]

It's just a matter of removing the engine and making connections for the three point hitch behind a tractor. ;) Thanks for watching!

[@mosmith2965]

I'd like to see that project! PTO pull behind mower with an engine mounted and pulled by ATV, zero turn, golf cart....whatever.

[@joegilly1523]

I liked it more than I thought than I would . Nice use of metal and a welder . Cutting on wet grass is a big test . Hell even a good paint job . You even put grease fittings on it nice .

[@DonnDIY]

I got it working really good in later videos. Works nicely.

[@prancstaman]

Now that's just COOL!!!! Great job!!!

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks man!

[@David-yh5po]

Love the workmanship.

[@andrewbratos6907]

WoW, very nicely done, oh yeah,,why not use mower blades?

[@timt8649]

Dude you're a thinker man🏆

[@mnwoodshop3877]

You are an unbelievable craftsman.

[@corgraveland4874]

Fantastic engineering project! Very skilled and experienced engineer, congrats 👌👍

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers mate!

[@М.К-к4к]

Молодчина! Все чудово зробив!

[@TheFenix717]

Best video in your channel !!!

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks!

[@Mrdiesel7740]

Wow you now how to use a welding machine and what a land mower you built! ;)

[@braveonethanks3535]

Make what you need with what you got......nice

[@civildk9077]

ATV Front mounted, mower attachment. Caster wheeled, flail mower, w/ auxiliary motor, belt operated, w/ remote kill switch and electric height adjustment. ;-) SWEET PROJECT VIDEO!

[@2233golf2]

OK....just one thing left to say.....that man knows his shit...hats off......

[@sergeikobzev8991]

Отлично! Молодец! Очень понравилось!

[@jkwo2007]

At 12:54, there is a rod above one of the casters between the mower and ATV. Is its purpose merely for preventing the mower from swaying from side to side while being pushed forward?

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

Very impressive project; you are very talented and resourceful. This video persuaded me to subscribe.

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you!

[@raymondj8768]

briiliant brother haha its a real grass killer great job !!!!

[@arseniosifontes5878]

muy buena idea...saludos desde Venezuela

[@gorp27]

Another fantastic project.

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks man!

[@heavysnow8616]

Awesome project. You did an amazing job, great skills my friend. Keep up the top-notch fabrication!

[@scottsimpson5049]

You are a genius. Would love to come and help you build things. That would teach me SOOOOOOO MUCH!

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers man. You would not learn book knowledge then since I'm not educated in this field. I'm the trial&error kind of guy. :D

[@johnhempstead3074]

very well done donn

[@davidschwartz5127]

Great build, I could tell you are young guy, lifting that 10hp Honda engine to the lathe chuck to see if the engine shaft fits the bore of the pulley, I used to do things like that back in the day but not no more!

[@DonnDIY]

It was a one time deal. I injured my back when I was younger while snowboarding, so I too have to be more careful and if possible work smart not hard. ;) Thanks for watching!

[@slavkoklojcnik2766]

Donna Ares in DIY

[@Ll-wo1uw]

Congrats with 10 million views

[@jonathancrouch7926]

Its hard nowdays to find people our age to take pride in shit we do...marvelous.... "Cut it up" ! For real....

[@wayne1959]

Take a bow. Well done indeed.

[@FixerUpRon]

Great... Enjoyed it... I Subscribed

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks man!

[@TheTorkerman]

Outstanding!!

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers!

[@wileecoyote4116]

cant comment on the logistics of the contraption but dude is a LEGIT fabricator.

[@farmermeng7710]

Very nice and clean work!

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks!

[@c1v1c966554]

This vid reminds me of "primitive technology" videos. You should rename this channel to Modern tech lol I like the no music, no commentary, and excellent camera work. Great job.

[@The_T_Rav]

Very nice build!

[@willberk2920]

Wow!!! You are definitely a master engineer. I enjoyed watching this build so much, thank you.

[@t1gl1t]

Unbelievable. Such Engineering - Much Wow

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers man, I really appreciate it.