Craftsman 7 HP 17in. Rear Tine Tiller ( 29427 ) - User Reviews
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19 years ago
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Comments (35)Commercial mowers? Seriously? In my opinion, no homeowner should ever consider going commercial. There really is little to no point in doing so. I use an HRC-216 from Honda when I help my father-in-law with his landscape business, and while it is a great machine, it is way more than I would ever need for ~52 times a year. Also, when something does go wrong, they are very expensive to fix. My advice for the OP is to sharpen the blade on the reel he has now and get it working well. Maybe add a weedeater, probably electric, so you don't have to store gas. If the reel has a hard time with your type of grass then go with a cheap mulching mower, gas or electric. When you find yourself with a larger lawn, then consider a premium residential mower like a Super Recycler or Honda. What you want to look for at that point is a decent engine and non-rusting deck. Also, if you do not need self-propelled, don't get it. It adds to the cost and complexity of the mower and is one more thing that can break. Looking at your lawn, a large self-propelled commercial would almost be more of a hassle to use than something smaller and more nimble like the reel mower you have or a 19"ish electric. Also, the money you save could be put towards more landscaping. There are plenty of plants and such that are drought resistant. That would do far more to beautify your lawn than a mower....See MoreRear Tine Tiller Snapper or Poulan
Comments (23)Adiel as far as I know the only difference between the Troybilt Pro-line FRT and the Troybilt Pony is that it uses a Honda engine versus the Briggs and Stratton on the Pony. Most if not all of the CRT machines will have chain drive as well as models with reversible tines. Poulan, Craftsman, Yard Machines etc With proper maintenance most any of them will wear out two to three sets of tines. Working a two acre garden, if you get less than 20 years, you are not taking very good care of the equipment....See MoreTiller revisited
Comments (9)Dennis, "I read a lot about "power composting" (turning in plant material) ... does that cause me any additional consideration when picking a tiller ?" I think "power composting" refers to pulverizing the grass and weeds with a high tine speed. Mid-tined tillers work more like a farmer's plow, by simply burying the grass and weeds by turning them under. But their slow tine speeds do not "power compost" in the sense you have read about. Incidentally, power composting also makes mincemeat out of the earthworms, which is not a desirable effect. Even when I am tilling 16 inches deep, I am not hurting my earthworm population. I might occasionally cut one in two, but that may just make two earthworms. I do my composting in compost piles and I use my MacKissic shredder-chipper to do any of the "power composting" that I want done. The MacKissic hammermill does a much better job of making compost than high-speed tiller tines can do. And "power composting" rocks does not work well. I was lucky enough to have a Merry Tiller dealer a few miles down the road from here, but if you don't have a Merry Tiller dealer handy, you could order online from West Power tools. They have competitive prices and free shipping on orders over $250. I would recommend the International Model. You can pay more to get it with a 5.5HP Honda engine, as I did, but the Honda engine version doesn't come with an on-handle throttle control and the 6HP Briggs & Stratton OHV Intek I/C is quite good and has an on-handle throttle control. It's quite debatable whether the Honda engine option is worth the extra cost. West Power Tools also sells a lot of the Merry Tiller accessories. Although I purchased my Merry Tiller locally, I purchased some of my Merry Tiller accessories from West Power Tools. I purchased a set of Pick Tines, a set of Finger Tines, and a plow and plowbar from them and I plan to purchase a set of self-sharpening Bolo Tines sometime later this year. Some of the stuff they drop-shipped directly from MacKissic. Another online source of Merry Tiller stuff is The Lawnmower Shop, although I don't have any direct experience dealing with them. I would suggest talking on the phone directly with anybody you purchase from online. My locally purchased Merry Tiller came with extra-wide 37-inch slasher tines standard, as well as a lift handle (which doubles as a "bumper" if you are tilling close to an obstacle). I ordered the optional Merry Tiller Wheel and Dragbar System through my dealer, and my tiller came with that feature factory installed. It's quite handy, and worth the extra cost, in my opinion. MM...See MorePredator engine???
Comments (54)Well let's get the old thread rippin'... I use and abuse the predators.. #1 Get some Dura-lube put 1/2 quart in the engine then top off with good synthetic. I've noticed over the years they "small engines" hold less oil for factory fill levels. So you might jus figure a 50/50 Duralube/Good synthetic. The engine will run a whole lot cooler causing less wear. #2 use only non ethanol gas if possible. People from California can figure it out themselves or move. Add "mechanic in a bottle" it's a cheap fix for the under sized needle valves and jets. #3 store in a semi clean dark area. This helps keep the fuel from turning. Always use fresh gas. A good adaptive like stabil, marvel mystery oil, sea foam, or mechanic in a bottle is a must. #4 if you plan on having the engine a while buy an extra carb and 2 or 3 primer bulbs. #5 add a fuel filter in line. Yes your tank gets trash or chemical break down as well as the lines corrode too. Your local boat shop will carry ethanol and alcohol resistant line. It ain't cheap but you'll save a Shit load of time and labor. These comments on cart guys need to say change your rings weekly and change the bearings at most monthly.. Re grind "seat" valves weekly.. Carts can take a 5hp and push ^ 100mph on asphalt.. Don't forget Toleson in carb $250-300... Then get the adjustable carb for on the fly just couple hundred more... New copper headgaskets help with the new found cylinder head pressure... Also heat treat the valve springs for more tensile strength.. Drop 5 to 10g's in a very average cart and run in Minden Louisiana. Nationals for gocarts. Hope I helped somebody... Did I mention Dura-lube... Give it a try in any small engine.. You'll be surprised.....See Morerehcips
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