Lawn Stripes-Proper Reel Mowing-Scarifier-Allett Kensington

In this video i show and explain how this Reel Mower is a step above the rest. In the UK there are chemical restrictions that keep them from using what we use here in America. The process Ill be showing you is the first part of a process that Roland Hall from Allett mowers has been teaching me. Also check out the link below for Horizon which is where i bought my mower from. Dont forget to SUBSCRIBE and stay tuned for more updates on this process and this reel mower. Thank you!
Allett website:
allett.us/
My email:
[e-mail]
Where I got my Kensington:
www.horizononline.com/
Feel free to ask any questions!

[@Chewwy1973]

Love it! I’m from England and so I know Allett make the best Mowers to help create Yard Envy in no time! I’ll be buying the new Electric version v soon

[@04gtvertable]

Looks top notch. Yard looked great before, but now it's next level!

[@YardEnvy]

Thanks DukeH8er! Yeah this mower really has upped my yard game lol

[@jy6221]

As a Brit living in the US glad I found your video! Will be buying this mower. Seriously great video review

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you brother. You will love it. If you speak with Roland tell him I sent you 👍

[@MrDonaldson4]

Man you’re killing it, keep it up. I’ve been enjoying the journey!

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you for the support brother 👍

[@willo300]

Lovely looking lawn! I have the battery-powered 17" version (Liberty 43) and love it. The scarifier & verticutter attachments are well-worth the money!

[@hannamontgomery6874]

Good job! The yard looks amazing and keep up the great work!😊😊

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you darlin!!!

[@williamwildsmith5162]

Great video, great lawn. I have the same machine, here in Scotland. Just need to get my lawn looking like yours!

[@Sunleyantiques]

Dude. Your video is amazing. First one I've watched. I'm excited for more!

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Clayton and thanks for subscribing and supporting the channel brother. 👍👍

[@IanSRutter]

In the UK, my Dad swore by Allett. Loved them and their durability. Most football stadiums use them. They've got some insane machines, but it's the quality of finish and by Jove you have a beautiful lawn. Well done and happy mowing for years to come.

[@YardEnvy]

Yes, I'm glad I found them and thank you Ian

[@bitTorrenter]

The Liberty 43 has also been recommended.

[@alcredeur]

#LawnMowerGoals! I have a California Trimmer right now, and it’s a fantastic little machine for the price, but man those Allett mowers are next level! Having a scarifier at home without having to rent one would make my Bermuda so much happier.

[@YardEnvy]

That is exactly one of the reasons I got it but that's not all it does either. It's has all kinds of attachments 👍👍👍👍

[@SCPrepNationTV]

Picking up a 17" with 3 attachments this weekend. Looking forward to it and thanks for a great video to help explain and show what this mower is capable of. Subscribed and bell turned!

[@YardEnvy]

Awesome!! You will love the way it will transform your yard. Thank you for the support and subscribing 👍. Once you get it feel free to shoot me an email if you have any questions. [e-mail]

[@-What-are-your-thoughts]

New subscriber. I was looking for some verticut videos and came across yours. I have a Swardman and was debating between a verticutter & scarifier cartridge. As I was watching this you convinced me to go with the scarifier, paused the video, placed my order and finished the video. That’s an awesome mower you have and a beautiful lawn. This was a great video and look forward to future ones.

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you for giving me that feedback Ron. I really appreciate it!! I was going to get a Swardsman or this mower and went with the Allett at the last minute. Both are great machines though. I'm glad I was able to motivate you brother and thanks again for the support.

[@richardhodges3593]

Hey man, I live in Kensington, UK, so it is a great incentive to buy one! I've just come across the Allett, was thinking of a Hayter or a Mountfield, but this with the scarifier is a big selling point. You have sold it to me and I'm subscribing to your channel.

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Richard!! It is a great mower for a home owner and so versatile. I really appreciate the support also. I am an ambassador for Allett if you don't mind mentioning my name if you make a purchase Sir. My email is [e-mail] and if I can help you with anything or answer any questions just let me know.

[@scottiramage317]

Thanks for your review on this mower, I’ve bought the 20B for my 40th birthday

[@YardEnvy]

Anytime! Thanks for watching brother 👍

[@ram64man]

Great work sir, looks like your going to get a lot of enjoyment out of that

[@YardEnvy]

Absolutely 👍👍, Thank you!!

[@stevequach1869]

Awesome video as always! Definitely going to check out the Allet!

[@YardEnvy]

Awesome! you will love it

[@SilverCymbal]

Incredible video, and your lawn looks awesome. You will love the Kensington

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Silver Cymbal!!! I do love it man. Pretty cool to have a KZbin celebrity comment on your videos. Thank you for the support and the compliments brother.

[@SilverCymbal]

@@YardEnvy You are funny, no celebrity here. Just a guy with too many mowers 😀

[@stephenwilliamson2410]

A great video, I have recently bought a Kensington with a Briggs on top. You have lovely yard, in Britain we call them a lawn. I can’t wait to get the same results 👍🏼

[@YardEnvy]

Lol, done people here call it a lawn but I'm from the south and it doesn't roll off our tongue as well as yard 😂😂

[@chadwhitmire6183]

I've been researching these mowers for a few years now. It's great to hear that they are now available here in the US. Time to get rid of the ole TruCut. Thanks for sharing.

[@YardEnvy]

Absolutely brother! Let me know if I can help you done one, a dealer or if you have any questions.

[@chadwhitmire6183]

@@YardEnvy , yes please. I think I'm going to contact the seller here in the US. Will you please let me know their contact info. Thanks!

[@jerrylopez3249]

New to the channel.. really enjoyed the video. I have Tiffway Bermuda in my yard and have been reel making for just one year now. It is an addiction indeed... loving it. Your reel mower is awesome.. maybe one day I can have one. Cheers... 👍🏼

[@YardEnvy]

Awesome!! I love Tifway and I may be doing some Tiftuf in the future. If you get ready to make a purchase just let me know and I can help you and get you in touch with the right people.

[@JASTAKAHAMBRA]

Excellent review my friend, I Will definitely buy one for next summer.

[@YardEnvy]

Awesome, thank you for watching!

[@LawnTips]

Awesome video mate. Loved it.

[@YardEnvy]

Thanks Ben!!

[@reelsroses3268]

Lawn Tips Allett just launched a dealer in Australia. 🙌🏻

[@Szdday]

Awesome video buddy! Thanks for explaining the Kensington. Roland’s accent is almost soothing to hear over the phone.

[@YardEnvy]

Yeah lol it relaxes me

[@wfcastro8861]

@@YardEnvy I just purchased the Liberty after watching a few of your vids and having a 20min talk with Roland. Allett seems to have a plan for non chemical lawn care but it requires plenty of cutting and Scarifying... so I got the scarifier attachment.

[@unionjack100980]

Those stripes 👏🏻brilliant mower👍

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Broadmeadows!!

[@s1914]

You've bought the best! In the UK Allett are used on a lot of football pitches, cricket wickets, bowling greens etc. You should have a go at their creative stripes competition!

[@brennonmy917]

Good Job neighbor love the yard

[@YardEnvy]

Thanks Brennon!

[@miltonenglish1679]

This is really nice. I need to level my lawn first before i can get to that

[@YardEnvy]

Yeah that helps a whole bunch

[@heathermontgomery1665]

Our yard looks good. Good mower 😊

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you baby 😘

[@zacharyspeights8703]

"I'm going to show you in real time how easy and how fast it is to change that out..." Speeds up footage to double speed. HAHA!

[@CoachTooz]

Definitely looking to purchase one of these. Thanks for the video. Trying to decide between the 17" and the 20" now. I have a rather small, 900 sq ft back yard.

[@YardEnvy]

I would probably go with the 17" but the 20" is nice! Since making that video I am now an ambassador for Allett mowers so if you allow me to get you in touch with a dealer near you it would help me out. Shoot me an email before you make the purchase and we could talk more about it. Thanks coach! [e-mail]

[@rikvah9817]

Great video mate! Cheers

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you!!

[@JohnSmith-vf1fg]

Awesome Video!!!

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you

[@alexbuchanan8047]

Hello from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧 you got the same cylinder mower as me 👍👍 hands down the best mower I’ve ever had!! You can’t beat an Allett! If you haven’t already got the other cartridges you need to invest ASAP ....they’re all amazing!! Good choice and ps ...... cracking stripes! 👌👌😉

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Alex and yes it is an amazing mower!!! I will definitely have all the attachments asap lol. And thanks again. Hope you subscribe 👍👍

[@Bubbles2791]

I am so envy, I've got a an old Webb 24. Fingers crossed the misses let's me get an allett at the end of the year! I was even looking at the Kensington modle.

[@SunnyBermuda]

This is awesome!! Just purchased a Kensington 20H, too. It arrives next week. I have the scarifier on the way, too. Can't wait to try it out. My bermuda is still dormant, but I'm sure the scarifier will get in a work out. Loved the rear differential reference! :) Thanks for this video - just subscribed!

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Sunny!! It is an amazing mower!! Absolutely, I've been turf raking more since the video and I'm pulling up stuff that I can't believe was in my grass lol. Lots of rocks and such!! Thank you again for the subscription!!

[@peterclark3097]

Wow, that mower is kinda of like my kubota bx tractor kinda of ! It’s a Swiss Army knife of mowers ! By the way brother I’m in Mississippi myself, God speed and have a bless day to u and ur family

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Peter and I hope you have a blessed day as well👍

[@fazfinisher5598]

Allett,Ransomes and Atco are 3 of the top mowers in the uk,they are pro mowers for the vast majority of stadia sport here.

[@YardEnvy]

That's what Roland with Allett was telling me. Now your secret is out lol. Thank you for watching.

[@garydodd8717]

Cool, grass and mower

[@steveknievel]

Awesome, ready for a game of cricket ;)

[@YardEnvy]

Oh yeah!

[@williamgates2466]

That is beautiful wow nice

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you!!!

[@alandickson1629]

Yup Allett is the King. Very dependable, sold build and has been made for years. Swardman is not in the same league. Ya Ryan Knorr has 2 of them no doubt sponsored by them. Who can afford an electric and gas reel mower, come on. Mine is a Kensington 20B coming soon.

[@YardEnvy]

I love mine but I'm going to upgrade to a commercial one.

[@michaellwalker8748]

When the music breakdown came in, I was totally shocked. Was expecting a totally different genre.

[@kaylabrown614]

Do you know the name of the song?

[@YardEnvy]

"you'll be fine". it's not a main stream song though. I get my music from a copyright protected site of up and coming artist.

[@MRGIT999]

When you scarifier you need to pass horizontal vertical and diagonal in both directions before you cut your strips. And there are organic lawn feeds which will give you good healthy weed free lawn.

[@YardEnvy]

awesome thanks

[@Eric.Mercado]

Wow! That is one hell of a machine! Definitely not a "looker" when it comes to the machines initial appearance... But then again, who gives a damn what the thing looks like when it produces results like that! lol Folks will be "LOOKIN" at your beautiful yard! WOW

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you Eric and I agree lol I really appreciate your comments and support brother.

[@kove]

Saved to watch later.

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you for the support Koven

[@kove]

@@YardEnvy wow, looking amazing! Funny two people stopped in a row.

[@757JakeD]

Great video. I have had mine for two years now and I like it. I have had a few issues with the blade not stopping and the mower trying to run away when not engaged. Trying to figure those out.

[@YardEnvy]

Hmmm🤔 maybe the cables are corroded on the inside or just need adjustment

[@BermudaBrian]

Probably the best prod review I've watched on KZbin. Good job Mississippi Mating Call! Now that you've had that a while, you still like it just as much? How often have you had to backlap it? Does it turn w ease? And finally, what's the price tag? Thx man!

[@YardEnvy]

Thanks man! Yes I've had it over a year now and I love this machine. It cost $2700 but you can get like 7 different cartridges for scarifing, verticutting, aerating etc etc. And honestly Toros are good machines but they are extreme expensive but if you look at my stripes and Pete's stripes our Allett mowers stripe better than Toro mowers. I've backlapped it twice in one year and about to do my third. And yes it turns really good! The rear roller is split so it rotates really good.

[@JMario-kt9xk]

I've been looking at this particular mower for a while now, but my problem is that I have inconsistent terrain and is going to take quite a bit to flatten. However, good video and reminder that this mower will be it for me.

[@YardEnvy]

I've only leveled my yard one time and my yard is not as smooth as it looks lol. When you get ready to buy just shoot me an email and I'll help you with finding the right mower for you. 👍

[@JMario-kt9xk]

@@YardEnvy I sure will. And keep them good vids coming mate!

[@rdeh1678]

You can put a front roller that helps with non leveled lawn , and leveling a yard is pretty easy with sand, another good trick is after a good rain I use a lawn roller to help level

[@allotmentgardiner7920]

Allett mowers are used for the best lawns in the uk

[@YardEnvy]

I've come to realize that. awesome machines

[@timothyjones9863]

Sippin on some shine

[@averyhudson7239]

Wow 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@YardEnvy]

thanks Avery

[@rowdywallbanger4080]

Hey, with the size of your lawn have you tried double width stripes? Theres a bit of extra walking but it looks great and if you leave a slight gap in your “white” stripes when you return up the middle its cut.

[@YardEnvy]

Yeah I did it in some of my other videos and I'm actually doing double diamonds as we speak 👍

[@dachsymom5232]

The best explanation of this Allett mower! Saving up for one now. Any reason you selected gas over battery? Thanks!

[@YardEnvy]

I'm just a gas kind of guy. Easy to work on👍

[@scottdunstan4117]

Sold

[@YardEnvy]

Lol it is a great mower

[@piratezippy]

we have used a 30 yr allet on our bowling green in uk. Still works a dream. use the 6 blade and then the 10 bLADE AT 5MM(1/5TH inch). OUR GREEN IS SLICK FAT!

[@YardEnvy]

They are truly great machines. Thanks for watching and Hello from across the pond! 👋

[@piratezippy]

@@YardEnvy i m glad they are getting rep in states. scarification of thatch goes back to victorian times on the croquet lawns, bowling greens and cricket squares (wickets) golf came a bit later. come fall lower the cut and verticut if you got that attachment, then scarify and then re mow in both directions, n-s and e-w helps lawn over winter to no end.

[@YardEnvy]

Will do 👍

[@LaGataNegra3073]

That statement from federal express really means something since all he does is see yards.

[@YardEnvy]

That's a good point 👍. Thanks for watching Jon.

[@rodneyhendrickson5094]

I love that Mower Do you have a website to where I can get one the link that's on here is no longer there I Need one love the cutting marks Thanks man

[@YardEnvy]

Google allett mowers👍

[@australianlawnfanatics3535]

Place a brick or two in the catcher. You’ll find it will scarify and mow way better with more weight on the front.

[@YardEnvy]

Cool, I'll have to try that!! Thanks

[@josephjacobconcepcion2281]

I can relate to you, you have to comb first before you cut it 😉

[@YardEnvy]

Haha yep!!! Lol

[@glenlohane-adayinthelife7361]

How often to sharpen the blades? Can you do it with a kit or do you have to send it in? Great info.

[@YardEnvy]

I've actually got a video on that. Go to my channel and scroll down. " How to sharpen a reel mower " 👍👍 thank you for watching!!

[@Nihillistism]

Can a Scarifier/Turf Rake replace a De-Thatcher ? (I see there are different cartridges on the website) I'm curious what all I would purchase to take care of my lawn.

[@YardEnvy]

I would recommend your first cartridges should be the scarifier and depending on what grass you have determines what is the next most important cartridge. The scarifier/turf rake is the single most important cartridge and if used regularly thatch won't even become a problem.

[@gregcarnall9097]

Great video, i've just bought the Liberty 43 cordless mower from Allett so looking forward to it arriving. Are you still loving it after owning it for several months? And how often do you scarifie out of interest? Thanks

[@YardEnvy]

Yes, I am still very happy with my purchase. Great machine!! I'm the beginning I was scarifying 3 times a week. Once I got most of the debris out of the canopy. Once you notice that you can see your soil in between the grass you can slack off to once a week or needed for debris in the yard.

[@njmpropertymanagement4567]

Great video? Are still loving the mower?

[@bitTorrenter]

ROLAND HALL

[@YardEnvy]

yes

[@frederickduke9246]

What about build quality for Allett mowers? I'm very interested in Swardman mowers, but I've read plenty of mixed reviews about their build quality. Looking to upgrade from my Tru-Cut C-25.

[@YardEnvy]

I've had mine almost a year and the build quality is second to none. These mowers are just recently making it to the US. This mower brand is well respected and has received awards from the queen of england. In fact Alletts are used on some major league shorts fields in the MLB and NFL. Swardsman can't say any of that 👍.

[@103eaglecrest]

Do you find yourself hunched over the machine? How tall are you? I'm 6'5," and concerned that the handle won't be tall/long enough for me. Beautiful yard and machine.

[@YardEnvy]

Honestly I was slumped just a bit at times, but yesterday I realized I could adjust the handle up a few inches 😂. Now it's perfect 👍. I'm 6'2" and thank you for the compliments 103. I really appreciate your support!!

[@SuperTA329]

Thanks for this video. Closest dealer to me is just over 250 miles. Does Allet maintenance the reels if needed. If so can you ship the reel to them? I'm hesitant because I dont knowing any places here in Jersey that does. The maintenance part is what concerns me. Any info is appreciated.

[@YardEnvy]

I'll have to find out myself. I plan on backlaping the reel myself by watching KZbin videos. I'll also be in touch with Roland from Allett and I'm sure he can help us out on other services. Also they will ship the mower to you 👍

[@reelsroses3268]

With the Honda engine you can get parts anywhere online. The drive belts can be ordered from Allett online as well. Back lapping can be done easily enough at home. As far as warranty issues the number of Allett dealers is growing everyday.

[@Sig_P229]

You bought an Allett. The least I can do for you is subscribe. 👍 great video

[@YardEnvy]

thank you JonD. I appreciate the support 👍👍

[@TheEZRock1]

Great video, I have been eyeing the Allett 43 battery powered for some time but unfortunately they are on back order. Did Horizon have other Allett Mowers in stock or did they just have the Kensington model?

[@YardEnvy]

I'm pretty sure they had a variety but I didn't ask. I specifically went for the Kensington. I got mine from the horizon in Houston. They can get you what you need for sure 👍👍

[@TheEZRock1]

Yard Envy great! I’m going to check out The Horizon nearby in Seattle tomorrow. I’ll let you know when if I pull the trigger. Thanks again for the great video, it really help me make up my mind on what I wanted to get.

[@erics6163]

Thank you for posting the video. Question. My front yard I’ve always cut high. Last season had someone cutting it and brought it down. But do you slowly have to bring the lawn height down? I’m probably cutting with my Honda now at 2 1/2 to 3 in. My yard isn’t flat. Kinda slopes down to the front of my street.

[@YardEnvy]

Yes you have to bring it down slowly. Here is a video on how to do that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/baSbn4F_ib1ngpY

[@YardEnvy]

Also, what type of grass you have depends on how high or low you should cut it. What grass do you have?

[@erics6163]

Yard Envy tall fescue

[@erics6163]

Yard Envy also just watched your video on how you took the height down. Now i don’t have a water system in place for my yard. Will beginning it down low. Hurt it in the summer?

[@YardEnvy]

@@erics6163 yes, it will stress out tall fescue if you get it to low in the summer. But you can do it slowly and watch it closely and if it starts to turn brown I wouldn't cut it any lower. I wouldn't cut tall fescue lower than 1.5 inches or maybe 2 inches. That grass is suppose to be tall. Hints the name tall fescue. Perennial Rye grass or Kentucky blue grass would be a good grass if you want to cut low.

[@BermudaBewitched]

hi there what do you think about the 20B the briggs and stratton engine version? I ordered one but not with the honda engine

[@YardEnvy]

I've trusted Briggs and Stratton engines my whole life. To me it's just as durable 👍

[@seanmani9132]

Hello my friend. I have complete yard envy after watching this video. Question: Kensington 20B (Briggs & Stratton) or 20H (Honda) like yours? Apparently the dealer here in Canada doesn't stock the Honda version and I have already had the pleasure of speaking to Roland @ Allett USA. The Briggs is 3.5HP and the Honda 2.5HP? What would you recommend? Thanks for your response in advance and keep on making these awesome vids!

[@YardEnvy]

If it's not too late the Honda👍

[@thomasstatham8246]

Love ur yard. Hey I have a question. I put Bermuda down n my backyard on March 9, 2020 and I just put my first fertilizer down this past sunday. I'm lookn for a good reel mower and I like the allett. When can the scarifier be used on new sod? When can I fertilize again if I put it down 6 days ago? I used PGF CV complete. I saw it on how to wit doc.

[@YardEnvy]

I would not use the scarifier on it until mid to late summer. That will give the grass time to get some well established roots. That PGF complete is a good fertiliser and should feed the grass for about 8 weeks. The longer it is out the less it feeds. Also the more rain or water that is falling on that grass will dilute the fertiliser with time. Bermuda grass loves to be fertilised so personally I would give it another dose in 30 days.

[@YardEnvy]

Also thank you for the compliment brother 👍

[@thomasstatham8246]

Hey I have another question. Can u engage the blade and cut without engaging the self propel feature? Thought I saw u do it a couple of times.

[@YardEnvy]

Yes, you can push it when making corners to make easy or in down hill situations. Separate drive system 👍. Also if it seems like your grass has developed a good hold and root system you may be able to scarify real easy and see what it does.

[@thelawnrookie1162]

Did you have trouble by your driveway? I live on a corner lot with sidewalks on both sides. I am worried about going on the concrete to turn around.

[@YardEnvy]

The blade will not hit the concrete. The bed knife protects it 👍 I always wondered the same thing before I got my reel mower

[@nedg3740]

Just found your channel and subbed. Great info. Got an important lawn question. How did u convince your wife that you need a reel mower?

[@YardEnvy]

Woman love $. I told her how much $ you can make on KZbin, but I needed a Reel mower to have a successful channel. Successful channel means $. Like taking candy from a baby 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@jerrylopez3249]

Lol... so true! 👍🏼😊

[@richardgleason5953]

Two questions... 1). How is the bed knife attached (several bolts all across or just one at each end? 2). Where will you get the reel ground when necessary. Are you going to back-lap it yourself?

[@YardEnvy]

The bed knife is welded to a rigid like bar across the back that keeps it from being flimsy and anchored by two Allen head bolts on each end. I plan on doing my own grinding and back lapping which I will make how to videos on in the future 👍

[@GC987]

You have a great looking yard ! I also have a Kensigton 20. Over here in England, its fall, little sun, and when not wet, the grass (particularly in shady areas) is damp all day from dew. I see you are scarifying and cutting on a dry day (which would be my preference) but at this time of year, circumstances don't lend themselves to optimal conditions. When scarifying, I'm finding a build up of damp grass on the rear roller that clumps and tends to fall off at the end of each stripe (as I move the machine backwards to line up for the next stripe). I don't have a flat driveway or run off areas where I can turn (my grass is right up to bushes and plants). What tends to happen is that I get clumps of grass at the end of the stripes which then need to be cleaned up. Any tips or advice other than trying to scarify on as dry a day as possible ?

[@YardEnvy]

Not really. I guess the only option is trying to do it when it is as dry as possible.

[@saullopez2217]

I am really intrested in purchasing one of these. Where can i get more info on it? Yard is looking really nice. Thanks in advance

[@YardEnvy]

The website is below in the description and you can also email me at [e-mail] and I can help get you in touch with a dealer if you would like.

[@YardEnvy]

Where are you located Saul?

[@saullopez2217]

Yard Envy texas

[@amandaoutlaw7038]

How do you get the lines?

[@leejones7803]

Battery or petrol so undecided what to go for , I may go allet Liberty 43

[@YardEnvy]

I'm more of a Petro guy myself. To me it's just not mowing if there isn't that engine sound lol

[@edgargomez6309]

Hello, I am a new subscriber to your channel, I would like to know what the model of that machine is .... Thank you, and I will see your videos. I congratulate you very beautifully, your yard.

[@YardEnvy]

Thank you, and it is an Allett Kensington 20H

[@lewislee-shield9816]

Great video 👍 ivr got a qualcast classic and I've just had the cylinder reground, it's very loud like the blade is too tight on the bed knife, I've backed it off and it is still noisy. Will this quiet down in time ? It's at the point where I'm embarrassed to use is as the neighboirs must hate it when I mow. It cuts great it very loud. Also when I pull the clutch lever its too fast for me to walk behind so I end up 'slipping' the clutch, I've tried running the engine slower but it's still too quick, can it be adjusted? Any help is greatly appreciated. Look forward to more of your videos 👌

[@YardEnvy]

Did you have the bedknife ground also?

[@lewislee-shield9816]

@@YardEnvy supposedly it was reground, I've rang the guy that did it and left a message

[@YardEnvy]

Even if it was I would suggest backlapping to make sure the reel and bedknife are worn into each other and maybe checking the bearings on the reel.

[@lewislee-shield9816]

@@YardEnvy ok mate thankyou he also checked the bearings and said they are ok but you never know. He charged me £45 and didnt even repaint the cylinder

[@YardEnvy]

I have a backlapping video coming up soon. Mine was making a horrible sound also and it was getting ridiculous. I backlapped mine and now it's quiet as a church mouse 👍

[@HR-cs2rf]

Ordered mine already and the waiting begins. How often you gonna scarify, once a month or what do you recommend?

[@YardEnvy]

What's your grass type?

[@HR-cs2rf]

@@YardEnvy emerald zoysia.

[@rosscraddock6241]

Looks great, are you very tall, or is the handle low?

[@YardEnvy]

Both lol, after that video I realized I could move the hight of the handle up so it's much better now. I'm 6' 2" btw

[@Gjfrisco]

Very nice. Was your mower new? How much was it?

[@YardEnvy]

Yes, in this video you just commented on i unboxed it brand new 👍 This particular model was about $2500 before taxes. Most other brands cost around $10,000 and up. Let me know if you are interested in getting one. Here is my email. [e-mail]

[@thecappy]

How flat does the yard need to be? With the front roller I feel like it would mitigate scalping.

[@YardEnvy]

The flatter the better. I've done some leveling to my yard in the past but I plan on doing more. If you have some holes or extreme low spots I suggest filling each with a bag of soil and sand mix every 30 to 45 days. Then when you do a mass leveling job it won't take as much. It's like bodywork but on the ground lol

[@thecappy]

Yard Envy thanks for the reply. Looks like I have some work before I buy a reel mower. Damn PA bumpy hilly yards.

[@VertigoGTI]

I've been wanting one of these for about 6 months, but having a hard time justifying it for a semi-wooded 8 acres. Too bad I can't buy 2 30" cases with 2 cylinders and build a deck to attach them to my tractor

[@YardEnvy]

lol that would be epic

[@BermudaBoss]

Awesome info! How is the height of the handles if you are over 6 ft? Do you feel they are low??

[@YardEnvy]

I thought they was going to be but I'm 6'2" and it's perfect for me 👍 Thanks for watching Boss!!!

[@BermudaBoss]

@@YardEnvy good stuff thanks brother!

[@DarthSidious11]

hoa much was it because the prices aren't actually on their website

[@andysparks8245]

When using the scarifier cassette you need to lower the height below 1, you'll find there's a "S" that'll appear in the little window, this is the setting when using the scarifier and now brace yourself for how much debris you're going to get out of that lawn.

[@YardEnvy]

While I appreciate your eagerness this is not true. I spoke with the CEO on how to do it properly and you must go down in stages and work your way to the " S ". You could cause unnecessary damage to the turf by being too aggressive too soon, but thank you for your comment and support Andy👍

[@andysparks8245]

@@YardEnvy Hi again, I appreciate your prompt reply but still beg to differ. I've used the QX cassette system for 25yrs and it works best on the S setting if you really want all the debris removing however I'd recommend cutting the grass slightly shorter than usual before doing it and then cut it again at the same height after scarifying. Another top tip for you is if you're going to scarify twice, and I recommend you do, the second time run the machine at 90 degrees across the lawn to the 1st pass and also run a little oil on the threads of those 6 bolts each time you swap. A bit of background on the system…. The QX system was developed by Atco Qualcast back in the mid 90s, this was the largest lawnmower manufacturer here in the UK, very popular and in fact my own Atco Balmoral model is the exact same mower as your Allett Kensington only you have the latest gen Honda engine. Allett started making copies of all the Atco Qualcast range in 2011 (quite legally, they bought the rights to do so). Atco Qualcast was bought by Bosch and subsequently fell off a cliff leaving Allett in a very good position. Congratulations though, you’ve bought yourself a very good mower and I like your videos.

[@brianjenkyn8348]

I own a Balmoral and would endorse Andy’s commentary with one small but important proviso. When scarifying at the ‘S’ setting raise the Comb up to the highest position otherwise it will ground. Of course reset the comb when you return to the cutting cassette and set it just below the level of the bottom blade as prescribed by Allett. Happy Mowing!

[@E.ElderGilbert]

Sir how much you paid for the new mower?

[@YardEnvy]

$2700

[@MJorgy5]

Assemble that sucker on your tailgate THEN roll it down the ramp. Pretty badass lawn tho. 😃

[@YardEnvy]

Thanks brother

[@southernbladeslawnpressure7343]

New subscriber here. Nice video. You had me until you said "Ford".. LOL Nice stripes.

[@YardEnvy]

hahaha, come on now lol. thanks for subscribing

[@COLINJELY]

What model and what size did you get?

[@YardEnvy]

Kensington 20"

[@wick-trimmer1980]

Hey do they sell these in Canada B.C.

[@YardEnvy]

I'm sure they do. Have to look on the website 👍

[@gundie22]

How tall are you? It looks like the handle may be a bit short.

[@YardEnvy]

Lol it's my fault. In one of my new videos I explain how I didn't have the handle adjusted all the way up😬. I also have a bad habit of leaning over to aim the mower so that my stripes are straight. I'm 6' 2"👍 thank you for subscribing and watching also!

[@JC-un4bg]

Hondas are bomb proof

[@YardEnvy]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 yeah they are

[@albierossouw3809]

Beautiful strips and what a great machine,which we could get it here in South Africa

[@YardEnvy]

surely you could

[@texasderek9288]

What type of turf is this?

[@YardEnvy]

This was perennial Ryegrass in the winter. I have Bermuda in the summer

[@davidtornberg8413]

will this work with tall fescue?

[@YardEnvy]

Yes actually it will. Another ambassador for Allett has a tall fescue lawn that he cut a little shorter than normal and used the turf rake and got up tons of debris that was robbing his soil of water and nutrients.

[@YardEnvy]

Here is a video of how it works in tall fescue. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGbSnaebZ7mMi68

[@fareedmk]

How much did it cost with shipment?

[@YardEnvy]

I picked it up in Houston