Poulan Pro 46-Inch 19.5 HP Yard Tractor with Briggs and Stratton Engine (Non-CARB Compliant) #PB195H46YT

THIS IS THE BEST MOWER IVE EVER OWNED,THE AUTO TRANSMISSION IS A
CHARM. AND IT'S A GREAT LAWN TRACTOR FOR THE MONEY.
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Arnold #OEM-190-182 Twin Bag Collect System

I put this product on a 46" MTD Yard Machines lawn mower in under 1 1/2 hours. It required no modifications. The part that took the longest time was changing out the cutting blades with the ones that are provided. It does an excellent job. I've had no clogging problems, but I watch the containers closely and stop when they are full. If not you will clog the chute to from the deck to the bags.
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Swisher Mower Bucket Tooth Kit #16195

Ordered the bucket with Tooth feature as described. Received Bucket and package indicated that tooth feature was an option. Called Amazon who pushed it to Northern Freight who pushed it to Swisher. Unable to get a reply yet. Description will probably be changed soon to reflect correct information but I was caught in the middle and paid for an item with a specific option and was shipped a bucket without the tooth option, but I can order it for an additional $90 bucks. Hoping someone will make good on an unfortunate situation.
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Swisher Mower 22-Inch Trim-N-Mow Trimmer With 6.25 HP Briggs & Stratton 625 Series Engine - California Ready #ST60022Q-CA8

Bought land with about 6 acres of overgrown pasture. I wanted to leave most of the land as is for pheasants & other wild life and only cut trails. This machine does a fairly good job, but could use wider wheels. Swisher included goggles for eye protection, which is fine for soft grass & weeds, BUT BE WARNED, this machine does throw debris back. I recommend a full face guard, long legged pants & shoes when cutting rougher material. This machine is also pretty loud, so ear plugs should also be used.
Overall, I like the machine's performance. It starts easily, is low maintenance and runs for about an hour on a tank of gas. The cutting lines take a fair amount of abuse, I've hit a few steel fence posts with them and they didn't break.


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Swisher Mower 50-Inch Universal Work Duty ATV Plow Blade #2645R

The blade is well designed. It is easy to attach and detach. I have a 350 cc ATV and the blade works well with that size ATV, but will work better with a larger machine.
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19HP 42" ZTR Tractor

I own the version of this mower sold at Lowes, which they no longer carry (I now know why). Only difference is a 17.5HP engine versus the 19HP, so they could sell it for $400 less. The experts give this rave reviews, but I doubt they ever used one other than on a parking lot. Zero turn? Not! Even on dry pavement this rig has trouble turning. Upon studying other Zturns, I can see this is a poor design with very poor weight distribution. Simply put the weight is well forward of the rear axle, thus this thing handles like a rear wheel drive car in mud. When turning, all the driven wheels do is spin like they're on ice. (Try it on the driveway and you will only burn rubber) The front casters have too much weight and do not swivel easily.

Other poor design elements include a light weight sheet metal skirt along the front of the mower that bends easily if you happen to bump into a tree. Once bent, it locks the front casters so they won't swivel. You can bend it back out, but why should you need to? This is the only ZT I've seen with this dumb feature.

If you want your lawn to have crop circles, this is the one for you. Frequently when turning the deck will dig in and scalp the lawn. And never back up, you are guaranteed to dig the grand canyon.

Oh, and did I mention this thing sounds like a 20 year old beater with no muffler. Yep, they put an el cheepo on it. My 20in push mower is quieter, as is my chain saw, blower, etc. You get the picture. I live where everybody has a ZT, and all I hear from my neighbors is the sound of the blades cutting grass. This thing will deafen you if you don't wear hearing protection.

I've mastered using it, to turn you must come to a complete stop, then very slowly advance the outboard control. It also helps to lean towards the outboard wheel to give it a little more traction.

All in all a $800 lawn tractor from Sears would do a better job, and for a lot less money. You've been warned. Oh! Almost forgot, all the plastic junk on this rig cracks and falls apart. Nice.
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The 2007-2012 Outlook for Consumer Riding Lawn, Garden, and Snow Equipment Excluding Tractors and Mowers in Greater China

This study covers the latent demand outlook for consumer riding lawn, garden, and snow equipment excluding tractors and mowers across the regions of Greater China, including provinces, autonomous regions (Guangxi, Nei Mongol, Ningxia, Xinjiang, Xizang - Tibet), municipalities (Beijing, Chongqing, Shanghai, and Tianjin), special administrative regions (Hong Kong and Macau), and Taiwan (all hereafter referred to as regions). Latent demand (in millions of U.S. dollars), or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.) estimates are given across some 1,100 cities in Greater China. For each major city in question, the percent share the city is of the region and of Greater China is reported. Each major city is defined as an area of economic population, as opposed to the demographic population within a legal geographic boundary. For many cities, the economic population is much larger that the population within the city limits; this is especially true for the cities of the Western regions. For the coastal regions, cities which are close to other major cities or which represent, by themselves, a high percent of the regional population, actual city-level population is closer to the economic population (e.g. in Beijing). Based on this economic definition of population, comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a citys marketing and distribution value vis-à-vis others. This exercise is quite useful for persons setting up distribution centers or sales force strategies. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each region and city of influence, latent demand estimates are created for consumer riding lawn, garden, and snow equipment excluding tractors and mowers. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved.

With things going up all the time homemade gifts are becoming more and more popular every day and especially for Christmas. One of the hardest people to buy for is dad and a homemade gift is something that people are starting to turn to more often than ever before. Below we have gathered a collection of some great homemade gifts that will thrill any man on Christmas day.

Memories are something that lasts a lifetime and no better way to keep those them with a personalized picture frame that is handmade. You can get a cheap picture frame at any dollar store and decorate it in many different ways. Some of those methods can be with cutouts of his favorite sports or even his favorite people. Seashells are another great and creative way to decorate a picture frame. Get the family together in Christmas outfits and take a picture of course minus him and you have a great Christmas treasure that is one of a kind. This memory will last forever with him.

One of the simplest and most effective homemade gifts is making something out of wood. There are many homemade projects that can be started with wood with little knowledge being needed. Some of those are a magazine rack or a letter rack. Searching online you can find step to step plans on how to build one with minimal cost. Add some paint and design and you have a gift that was crafted by your very own hands.

Something that comes from one of dad's own children's hands mean a lot to him come Christmas time. Food is one of those items that have stood the test of time as far as great Christmas gifts. Cookies, cakes, and brownies are among of some of the favorites among today's dads. Don't underestimate how much he will enjoy something that you cook yourself.

If you have a golfer for a dad then this idea could be right up your alley. Painted golf tees with his name on them also make a great gift and plenty of talk between his golfing buddies. Another alternative to this idea is take a white towel and some fabric paint and design it in a golf theme with his name on it. Of course you could design it for any sport your dad follows or plays. Plants are another option that many men love to get. They will take them to their office and it will be there to always remind them of you.

You probably have noticed there are many gifts that you can make your dad for Christmas. These are just some of the ides that are available. You're really only limited by your imagination and how much time you're willing to spend on it. Dads love homemade gifts many times more than one you actually spend money on. The key as always is taking your time and put your heart into it. You will be surprised how well your project comes out when you give it your all. Have fun making these homemade Christmas gifts and you should have no problem bringing a smile to his face on Christmas day.

Jeffrey Meier at Jam727 Enterprises at http://www.thearticlehome.com blog offers even more detailed information on a wide variety of topics.

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