Is Chat GPT right about these mowers??

[@GardenTractorBoy]

I was surprised Wheelhorse is in the list but I guess they are light weight compared to others available at the time. We do not have mowers for our Cub Cadet Originals so I have no idea how they cut but they are a strong tractor compared to others available at the time. Both our Originals are pull start. We love our Bolens Estate Keeper, it is the 7hp version. Thank you for the mention. It is a shame that they did nor import the GK into the UK. Great video, thanks

[@VB-bk1lh]

I've owned just about every brand over the years. Things I will avoid like the plague are machines with belt drives, this means some John Deere models like the 110-112 series, likely all Wheel Horse models, and Sears Suburban. Of all the belt drives, the early 70's Suburban's were the least problematic. I've had a dozen or so Wheel Horse tractors and every last one had issues with the PTO clutch or belt alignment or their hokey tin belt guard rubbing or rattling. John Deere has two other big issues, first off is the cheap fiberglass hoods that area always broken or cracked, second is parts cost and availability and third is a lot of proprietary parts. On Wheel Horse, the non-opening hoods are also a big issue to me. The Bolens models are decent machines but too specialized and too hard to find attachments and parts these days. I had a garage full of 1250 and 1455 Large frames at one point and it was always a struggle to keep more than two at at time up and running. Something was always in need of some part that was either too pricey or unavailable. I like Cub Cadet, my only complaint with them is the oddball attachments they used. Unlike many others, the snow plow mounted to the rear and ran completely under the machine, early models did not have a three point hitch and sleeve hitches are hard to find, often needing to be homemade. They also lacked a uniform lift mechanism for the rear hitch. My go to vintage brand was always Simplicity or Allis Chalmers mostly the 1970's models. While older models are similar I like having a real seating position and a place to put my feet other than just a foot peg. The sleeve hitch set up is very basic and easy to make, the lifts use a simply cable or bar and use the deck lift handle or hydraulics on some models. I'm not a fan of the final drive using a belt but they're rarely and issue. The belt and bevel gear box is the weak link on most of these but with basic care and maintenance, both hod u well. (I plowed a 1 acre field for 10 years using an Allis Chalmers 416 with a shuttle transmission). The thing was indestructible. Another favorite of mine was the Gilson S series, I had a 16hp version with hydrostatic drive and a 48" deck that was my main mower for 14 years. While slightly smaller than the Simplicity or AC models it was likely the best designed model I ever owned. Its downside was rust in the deck, something I was never able to find a replacement for so it got sold. Cut wise, the Simplicity is legendary for its high lift, extra deep decks. My favorite models have been any with the big single cylinder cast iron Briggs and Stratton engines. I've even swapped out a few Kohler motors in the AC versions for the BS motor for more torque and reliability. The fact that these models also use a full size group 22 automotive size battery make them a good choice in colder weather when you need a bit more cranking power than the average mini lawn tractor battery can provide. My lifetime machine is my 1983 7116H with pair of Carlisle ag tires, front and rear hitch and 48" custom built snow plow.

[@Patrick-xd8jv]

The original Cub Cadets are some of the best tractors ever made. Cast iron axles, heavy frame, tons of options for attachments. I could easily open the hood on a 100 model when I was 10 years old 🙄

[@Ellenslife851]

I think wheel horse should not be on that list because I’ve had nothing but loads of luck with wheel horse tractors. They are some of my favorite pieces of equipment.

[@Butchey24]

How long have you been using chatgbt for? Anyways what's your opinion about Husqvarna?

[@PastPreserver]

I guess less than a year I have been mssing with it. As for Husqvarna I haven't had any but from what I have seen they aren't too bad over all. Like most things the cheaper box store ones are a bit lacking in quality but the more commerical ones seem nice. They also seem to make good chainsaws and string trimmers.