I'm new to reel mowing. Just bought a Toro 1600 yesterday. I found this video extremely helpful. Best video I've found! Explanations were easy to understand; pace was just right. Thanks much!👍
@LawnInsider Жыл бұрын
Thank you Bobby! Glad you found it helpful!
@bigt1807 Жыл бұрын
Just got my first gas powered reel mower this morning, a 2006 GM 1000. Thanks for the detail on how to run it. Can’t wait to start mowing with it!
@kylehart6013 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get one! Still rocking the ole manual reel mower.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
You’ll never turn back! At least you’re getting a heck of a workout haha
@Juschillin0598 күн бұрын
Nice job going step by step to explain how it works pretty educational video 👏
@TexasMade213 жыл бұрын
Love my 2016 GM1000. Great video for those looking to get into our sick addiction.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Haha. I was hooked from the very first pass!
@keithcollinsworth49592 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing me how to use my Toro Greensmaster 1000. I have Geo Zoysiagrass I'll mowing at .75 inches.
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Glad you found this to be useful! You’re gonna love it!
@zhaostephen58003 жыл бұрын
Ur lawn definitely stand out on our community ! Looks awesome
@chosen1one930 Жыл бұрын
Most golf courses dont use a greensmaster, we use the greensmaster flex or any other flex type of motor meaning a floating head. The reason for this wint matter to home owners with a flat yard. Golf courses mowing at and under .1000 of a inch means its extremely easy to scalp turf on humps and bumps or even flat turf at those heights. Mowing with a fixed head you need want to force the mower or push down, just let the mower do its thing just guide it. Sitting the mower down to hard on turns will scalp. No matter the mower used the result will be the same, you have people on both sides saying one thing or the other.
@KyleSteele883 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, I just got a GM1000 yesterday this was really helpful, thanks!
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I’ll post videos on how to change the height of cut, backslap, and grease it at some point this season too!
@lawnpanda3 жыл бұрын
I bought mine from my country club for $400. Mine just needed a new bed knife and a backlap. The ONLY issue I have is mine surges when not under load. I have put a brand new carb on it and tried some other things, but it still surges (or seeks). Yours looks much better than mine. I have some rust and stuff, but it cuts pretty darn well. I have taken off my transport wheels and axles. That was a game changer. I highly suggest doing that.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking about undertaking a big landscaping project this summer to kind of eliminate the downside of the transport axles. We shall see!
@mikemorris84973 жыл бұрын
You explained that well. I’m thinking about doing the reel thing. We have 14000 sf of grass KBG/ TTTF mix. If I get a reel mower, I’ll just do one section (The Main Stage ) 3500 sf. It’s a nice level area out front. I want that same mower you have. Thanks.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! KBG will stripe up really awesome! You’ll enjoy it.
@timborski12103 жыл бұрын
Love my Swardman! Really makes the lawn look amazing.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Those machines are awesome! Especially all the different cartridges. Which model do you have?
@timborski12103 жыл бұрын
Edwin 2.1, next year I'll be grabbing a scarifier and possibly the lawn brush and an additional reel so I have a backup when I send the other out for sharpening. Been mowing 3 times a week with all this rain :)
@jasonstevens68773 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I just bought an older greensmaster 1000 but this video is very helpful!
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
You’ll love it, Jason! Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
@typedbyben3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Mine sounds nothing like that with the reel engaged. Sounds like I need to check some clearances.
@steveknopf39542 жыл бұрын
Loved your video! Looking for the TGM1000 myself. Feels like the prices have gun up from a few years ago but still worth it.
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Oh your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. They definitely have!
@waltvancourt50523 жыл бұрын
You found a good one and good price. I got a Allett battery,, smaller lawn.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Those battery Allett and Swardman units look awesome!
@coryCuc2 жыл бұрын
Still on the lookout for a GM 1000 on the used market but still coming up dry. Crossing my fingers!
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Crossing mine for you! Happy hunting!
@mikeskeels59523 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work! Love my GM1600! Congratulations on the recent family addition as well.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
I love the wider stripes they put down! Thanks!
@diyard30013 жыл бұрын
Great video. I just got my “new to me” 2002 GM 1000 last week. Been going through it performing maintenance. Thanks for the great content.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Be on the lookout for some more videos regarding the GM1000 in the not so distant future!
@Alejandro_C623 жыл бұрын
Sweet machine. I cant wait to buy one soon.
@douglasthompson948210 ай бұрын
I use a tru cut presently. My hope at some point is to get a toro like yours.
@johnhamilton92293 жыл бұрын
Looking really great.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@laloromero68603 жыл бұрын
I really like how you have your trees edged up. Do you have a metal ring in the inside?
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
I do not! It’s just a live edge. No barrier at all.
@trailheadmedia55783 жыл бұрын
This was an awesome video, thanks for making it!
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!
@theshowupinvestor24272 жыл бұрын
Very helpful brother!
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! You have a Greensmaster?
@theshowupinvestor24272 жыл бұрын
@@LawnInsider - Yep, same mower as you!
@thomasjames19992 жыл бұрын
Beautiful lawn. How did you keep your lawn green and smooth? Thanks
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
I've leveled it several times, and last year we were blessed with a lot of rain! Having to work a little harder this year.
@thomasjames19992 жыл бұрын
Thank you for replying. When will it be the best time for aeration and leveling. Thanks
@BermudaBewitched5 ай бұрын
Hey I’m buying one too. Do you think it can fit in a sedan hatchback with the back seats folded down? I seen some guy pick one up in a Prius lol
@LawnInsider5 ай бұрын
Interesting question lol I have no idea. I wouldn’t think it could do it easily. Perhaps laid down. Would be weary of the liquids.
@Docgoose122 жыл бұрын
Where do you get your reel sharpened? I'm located in the same area.
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
I got my most recent grind at the Silverhorn Golf Club in SA
@queronsmith59622 жыл бұрын
Question: Do you scalp with your greensmaster 1000? I just got mine and each time I engage the motor with the reel on, the reel wont spin? What might I be doing wrong?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Your mower has to be moving in order for the reel to spin. It won’t spin unless it’s engaged, and you’re moving forward. Hopefully that touches on your question!
@Ptro12 жыл бұрын
Just found one with the groomer installed also. Do you recommend one that’s combined?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! If you can get it at a decent price, pull the trigger.
@RioTheHitman2 жыл бұрын
Do you know anything about a Toro 2100?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Not really, when I Googled it, it looked like a gator?
@RioTheHitman2 жыл бұрын
@@LawnInsider Its a walk behind greens mower
@_keepin.it.reel_ Жыл бұрын
A Greensmaster Flex 21, 2100, 2120, and the latest 1021 are floating head mowers that contour to undulations better than a fixed head mower seen in this video.
@jakejacobson29997 ай бұрын
What grass seed did you use here?
@johnvalentim88553 жыл бұрын
What do you think about the toro greensmaster 1000 flex
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
I think they’re good machines. They can’t cut as high (I think up to 1/2”) and they don’t require the greasing the regular Greensmasters do!
@perrykazulak41966 ай бұрын
what state are you in and what type of grass is on your lawn
@tylerdowd4 ай бұрын
Nice vid. Man these go for 1,500+ now lol
@dupang8093 жыл бұрын
it’s not hard to maneuver? Lawn looks great. Thanks
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Just like anything else, the more you do it the easier it becomes. It will bully you the first couple times you use it, especially if you’ve never used a reel mower before. Now it’s not difficult at all to maneuver though.
@adamfrbs92592 жыл бұрын
Maybe this is a dumb question...but with alot of rain coming and possibly having to apply a Plant Growth Regulator.....could you literally just mow more often and avoid applying that?
@toddhickey19562 жыл бұрын
What size reel blade are you using (width)?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
It’s a 21” reel.
@toddhickey19562 жыл бұрын
I have to get a california trimmer because of only local reel mower supplier; must decide between 20” and 25” models; 7,700 sq ft lawn; tifway 419 Bermuda; eastern NC… have a recommendation on which unit to buy?
@rhettbohannon43852 жыл бұрын
@@toddhickey1956 if there isn’t a huge price difference I would go with the wider model. The wider your reel is, the cleaner cut you’ll get.. especially if your lawn isn’t super level.
@mikesharpe4681 Жыл бұрын
Awesome content! Would you recommend this mower for yards that are not quite as nice as yours? I’m just starting out and still need to level a lot of spots. I use a 7 blade manual reel now and it’s fine but would it hurt this mower ?
@dlandes143 жыл бұрын
What's the max HOC on this mower?
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
I’m not 100% sure, but I’m fairly sure it’s 1”.
@danieljaramillo39222 жыл бұрын
I just bot two for just 100.00 + tail thank you .
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great deal!
@marvinmensah2956 Жыл бұрын
I have a used old one from Facebook market place. It starts but I don’t see the tires on mine. How do I put new tires?
@smokedbrisket3033 Жыл бұрын
those mildewed cedar fences make me think you live in greater Houston. I live in a new-ish neighborhood in Fort Bend, builder put in common Bermudagrass. What kind of turf do you have? I've been using a Fiskar's staysharp, mow 2-3X/week at about 1 5/8". I know I need to top dress my lawn, sod guys didn't do a very good job of laying the sod. Assuming I can get my lawn level, can I cut common Bermuda at 3/4"?
@jeremyespinoza2792 жыл бұрын
You have an 8 or 11 blade?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
I have an 11 blade reel
@bmlandmanagementco49812 жыл бұрын
Gotta feel bad for his neighbor, 😂
@RioTheHitman2 жыл бұрын
Whats your pictured height of cut?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
.55”
@glyshorts91072 жыл бұрын
How wide is the cut?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
I believe it’s a 21” cut.
@Brajenirl Жыл бұрын
Man ffs who would let their precious ToroGreenmaster 1000 sit in a rain like that!?? You`re breaking my hearth dude.
@Ekis863 жыл бұрын
Could you upgrade microphone? Thanks :)
@juansaladzar2 жыл бұрын
Do you drive around with your license plate covered too? Why do people cover these as if it’s a trade secret brah?
@LawnInsider2 жыл бұрын
I’m actually on your side on this one. I’ve actually read articles since releasing the video saying the same thing. I just did it because I always saw folks on Facebook Marketplace do it whenever they were trying to sell their vehicles and figured there was something to it. I was wrong 😂
@juansaladzar2 жыл бұрын
@@LawnInsider way to be a follower brah 👍
@juansaladzar2 жыл бұрын
@@adamfrbs9259 so, you cover the plate when you drive or park at the grocery store? I guess you didn’t catch that in my question doof ☹️
@juansaladzar2 жыл бұрын
@@adamfrbs9259 so, you really think someone “worldwide” is going to get your plate number, find out where you live & then steal your lawnmower? Really? It’s a lawnmower not a Fabergé egg. Now, as far as you being an ex con & teaching me something, I don’t need to learn anything from an ex con. I mean, come on you got caught that’s why you’re an ex con. Who here wants to learn how to get caught? Go report to your parole officer & get off of KZbin brah 🤣
@alandickson16293 жыл бұрын
OR buy the best reel landmower a new Allett. No second hand here. You can out fit it with 5 different attachments. Way more versatile than a Toro.
@LawnInsider3 жыл бұрын
Those Alletts look awesome. I love all the different cartridges.