The BEST MOWER I have EVER OWNED! Grasshopper 900D

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The Kelley's Country Life

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9 ай бұрын

The Grasshopper 900D is in my opinion the best mower you can get. #grasshoppermowers #mowdays #zeroturn #lawnmower
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@richardbalkavich479
@richardbalkavich479 2 ай бұрын
My 2014 930D just hit 5000 hours, I have not replaced a thing on the engine. The best mower I’ve owned, I cut with it everyday!
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Wow that's an amazing amount of hours and a true testament to the build quality! I absolutely love my mower!
@andrewmayer204
@andrewmayer204 2 ай бұрын
You should of spent the extra money on avant 860i wheel loader with that size property more versatile for that space
@andrewmayer204
@andrewmayer204 2 ай бұрын
But that still is a nice machine
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
@@andrewmayer204 I have a versatile tractor for all my property needs. The zero turn can't be matched for mowing the yard, around trees, houses, structures ect.
@ShaneZettelmier
@ShaneZettelmier 9 ай бұрын
I love grasshopper mowers, the tilt up front deck for cleaning alone is worth it.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's makes maintenance, blade changing and cleaning almost enjoyable.
@ryanzynda5114
@ryanzynda5114 9 ай бұрын
That mower will be awesome for your property. I am happy for you guys. 🤠
@brucemitchell5637
@brucemitchell5637 2 ай бұрын
This seems like an incredibly well designed and built mower, well done Grasshopper!
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
It absolutely is one of the best made. I've talked with so many people that have 20+ year old Grasshoppers that are still running great.
@pampilgrim2274
@pampilgrim2274 9 ай бұрын
Hi, Andrew! Love, love, love this mower. It will simplify your life.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's for sure going to free up some time for Tiffany and I.
@hrlee2381
@hrlee2381 9 ай бұрын
I can smell the fresh mowed grass. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on your new toy...
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Love that smell! Take care
@PJ-uv9fr
@PJ-uv9fr 9 ай бұрын
Very nice! Since Tiffany really likes it, I anticipate her wanting to help with the mowing sometimes - we definitely need video of that! Congrats on the new toy👍💜💜💜
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
She's already been all over it. I had to kick her off of it so I could use it 🤣
@rongray4847
@rongray4847 9 ай бұрын
Hi Andrew, love your new lawn mower, boy is that ever heavy duty and just a nice looking machine. Grasshopper would be the machine for me if I had a large property. Very good review. 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Yes sir, they make quality equipment.
@user-yz3jp9zn9z
@user-yz3jp9zn9z 9 ай бұрын
Clark & Deborah: Well made product, Nice video excited to see more follow ups on the Grasshopper as you put it through the test. Thanks again for the well made video.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and the support.
@user-se6oh6dc7q
@user-se6oh6dc7q 2 ай бұрын
I bought a 1984 782 d diesel cub cadet it is one of the best mowers put here I love it
@mfd4505
@mfd4505 9 ай бұрын
Grasshopper is the gold standard by far. Congratulations on the awesome mower.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Your not kidding! Growing up with a dealer in my area, everyone always talked about them being the best mower.
@ChaseLandMgmt
@ChaseLandMgmt 9 ай бұрын
It is until you realize it’s not. There isn’t a legitimate lawn care company running 20+ mowers that runs anything other than Exmark or Toro. Exmark will always be king, but it is still a nice mower.
@mfd4505
@mfd4505 9 ай бұрын
ExMark is also a great mower. I have a Gravely Pro Turn and like it for my small 1.5 acres of Bermuda.
@jeremiahs45
@jeremiahs45 9 ай бұрын
That is an awesome mower. Really like it being a diesel
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I really do like it, I've owned a few commercial mowers. This is by far my favorite.
@Drakeziel
@Drakeziel 2 ай бұрын
Been looking at a 900D mainly for the front mount and 71" setup. Thanks for the video.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
This is the cream of the crop in my opinion, you won't be disappointed in this setup.
@mowingman816
@mowingman816 9 ай бұрын
Grasshopper mower company headquarters in moundrige Kansas! Good video great choice you made! Hope you are still happy with grasshopper they last forever! 💪💪
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I absolutely love this mower, used it a while again today.
@karenriehm3343
@karenriehm3343 9 ай бұрын
Wow nice mower! Awesome choice! It’s going to be a lot easier on the back too!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Oh my, without a doubt the smoothest riding mower I've ever been on.
@RobertKohut
@RobertKohut 9 ай бұрын
Wow, looks amazing!! A cut above!! 🙂
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Love it!
@robertmalis4493
@robertmalis4493 9 ай бұрын
Great video Andrew love the new mower
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, we love it too!
@notasheep12
@notasheep12 9 ай бұрын
I have a scag I need to replace I will definitely b taking a look at these! Looks awesome!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Check them out, this is by far the best mower I've ever used.
@brettboyd142
@brettboyd142 9 ай бұрын
Hey I will need to Borrow the new toy when I come borrow the dump trailer LMAO. Congrats that a Bad MoFo for sure. Love it
@Susiesam1950
@Susiesam1950 2 ай бұрын
My husband bought a Grasshopper about 17 yrs ago. He loves it. Just about everytime he mows he will say " Have I told you I love this mower?" If that Grasshopper could cook, I think he may kick me out...lol. In all the years we have had to do very little to it except, regular maintenance. Before I mowed our yard which took 2 1/2 hr and he used the tractor to mow the fields which took about 3 1/2 hr. Now he mows everything, yard & fields in 3 to 3 1/2 hr. Ours is a 52". He told our neighbor about how great they are.. He bought one 62" They are built to last. My husband is 80 yrs old and says he feels good when he is done. He has had a bad back since he was quite young. All the other mowers caused his back to hurt.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I hear stories like these all the time. They are absolutely built to last!
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
They are great mowers and very well built!
@user-fk3jh5cv4e
@user-fk3jh5cv4e 10 күн бұрын
Grasshoppers are the shyt! I currently have a 727T6 w/powerfold 61" and am saving up to buy a used 900D next year. Cant wait! I recently replaced the PTO shaft bearings and it was a breeze. Maintenance on these is simple and easy.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 күн бұрын
Nothing rides like a front deck in my opinion. LOVE mine!
@DennisFahlstrom
@DennisFahlstrom 9 ай бұрын
I’ve had a 60” Gravely 260Z for over 20 trouble free years. It rides smooth and does a great job. I mow 4 acres here in the Missouri Ozark’s weekly. I change the oil, oil filter, air filter every year and sharpen the blades once or twice a year. I’ve changed the hydraulic oil once. The heavy steel construction is bulletproof. I like the extra hydraulic features your Grasshopper has. Let me know how well yours is still running in 20 years. I may be 100 then and my Gravely will probably still be going even if I won’t.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
You hit the key point take care of your equipment and it will take care of you. Something I live by.
@1cathyc1
@1cathyc1 5 ай бұрын
I agree , I love my ZT 60 HD Gravely for over 11 years with ZERO problems. Just do yearly maintenance blades, oil change, oil filter, air filter. For the bigger mowing we use our Kubota tractor.
@AR-Roons
@AR-Roons 2 ай бұрын
Nice mower! If I had to mow 30 acres over the next 30 years, I’d definitely spend the extra money for longevity and comfort! Take care of your mower and it will always take care of the mowing
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Totally agree about buying for long term!
@smorefirewood
@smorefirewood 2 ай бұрын
We have a 928D with bagger. It is only an ok mower. We primarily run 2 scag turf tigers and a terrible scag V-ride. We also have a hustler hyper drive that is pretty impressive.
@gcampbell83
@gcampbell83 9 ай бұрын
Makes me wish I had a larger piece of land! That looks fun!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I love mowing and good equipment.
@sharonurschel6753
@sharonurschel6753 9 ай бұрын
That’s a pretty fancy lawnmower! I have never heard of that brand but it seems like you are very pleased with it. 😊
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's for sure top of the line, they've been around for a long time.
@chuckspencer5296
@chuckspencer5296 9 ай бұрын
It's definitely not something you will find at the big box stores... It's absolutely a commercial piece of equipment!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It is quality American made equipment.
@auburnaviator6167
@auburnaviator6167 9 ай бұрын
Absolutely fantastic! Grasshopper has made a great product for many years and is well known for longevity/reliability. A no brainer really if you need something bigger than what you already had and wanted the front deck option. Since you were talking about the fuel efficiency (which diesels are way more efficient than a gas model) I have a request next time you do a days worth of mowing: Please dipstick the tank and get a full mark and then dip it again around the 3/4 and 1/2 mark. Reason being is my experience with these and other diesel mowers/tractors is it seems like you can work forever from full down 1/2 tank but after 1/2 it seems to burn through it and get to empty real quick. We all know the motor doesn’t burn fuel below 1/2 tank then it does above 1/2 tank so the only explanation is most of the fuel gauges are biased towards the full side. That also makes sense b/c when they show “full” you can always add another gallon or two to the tank. Regardless, congrats on the new mower, you and Tiffany are going to love it!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Sounds like a great test! Thanks
@bigjohn20081983
@bigjohn20081983 9 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the new mower. I like the fact it has a similar style deck to the ventracks but in a zero turn style mower. I wonder if front decks are interchangeable. Depending on deck options it could make mowing and maintaining the trails in the small pines alot smoother.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Speaking of that, a flail mower is offered as a front deck option.
@usmarshall336
@usmarshall336 9 ай бұрын
I'm glad you updated your mower!! Grasshopper mowers have been around for a long time. I'm glad you went with the diesel engine. Do you notice that being quieter than your other mower? I wish you to show the video of it been delivered or picking it up..
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It was a little boring with the pick up, plus my trailer is a bit difficult because I don't have gate. It's for sure quieter than a gas model.
@bobbyscott8024
@bobbyscott8024 2 ай бұрын
Nice overview! I'm sure it will last many years to come. From N.C.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely, these are built very well. Thanks for watching!
@joebufford2972
@joebufford2972 9 ай бұрын
I knew you were going to have to upgrade your mower at some point. Just what looks pretty good! 👍 I know you have a young man that loves your mowing videos. Will he love this too? ❤️
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I bet he will for sure love to see me do some zoomies on this one. Thank you for remembering.
@jamesray4736
@jamesray4736 9 ай бұрын
Dude!! Happy for y’all! Gonna need a canopy or bigger brim hat for all the riding time!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'm seriously considering a top for it.
@bbernhar2000
@bbernhar2000 6 ай бұрын
I have the 725d and it just blew off 1000 feet of driveway at about 17 inches deep of snow. Zero turn snow blowing is a huge game changer over a blower in front of my old tractor. I can blow off the drive and all my turn arounds in half the time.
@TKCL
@TKCL 6 ай бұрын
Nice! No snow blower needed here in Florida, but I am very curious about their flail attachment. It's pretty cool you can hook up different things.
@rjanslum461
@rjanslum461 9 ай бұрын
Nice mower, looks like they even provided a mascot, there was an actual grasshopper on the seat when you went to adjust it, LOL!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
What's wild is we keep finding grasshoppers all over it 🤣
@samclements2834
@samclements2834 9 ай бұрын
Love it!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Me too!
@willowcreekwoods
@willowcreekwoods 9 ай бұрын
We have a 725D. Absolutely love grasshopper. Such a smooth ride with grammar seat. By the way I could be your double. I always have to double look when I see you on my screen 😅😅😅
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Hello twin brother! That 725D is the exact model I was wanting and have always wanted. But when I decided to move up to a 72 inch deck, the company highly recommended I step up to the larger displacement diesel. Especially with me cutting thick Bahia grass down here in Florida. Take care!
@stewartlangewisch9926
@stewartlangewisch9926 9 ай бұрын
VERY NICE mower. A little over 20 years ago I bought a Grasshopper 618 with a 52 inch front deck. Hydraulics were not available then. My machine has always been housed inside and it still works like new. Once I had a flat on one of the drive tires. I found it impossible to jack up the machine because there is not enough clearance under the axle. I also could not jack it up either in front of or behind the axle because only that respective part of the machine would lift, not the axle. I made a lifting device for my mower which works excellent. I will not describe it here unless there is interest. When you make additional videos about your machine, I would like to see you address getting the machines weight off of a drive tire so that it can be removed. Also, if where the flat occurs is a long distance from the shed, details of jacking it up in the field. Thanks for all of your interesting videos. I came over because of Daniel Arms shoutout.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Appreciate your support and watching. Many more videos to come.
@mikenotta7079
@mikenotta7079 9 ай бұрын
Nice mower! The only other mower that i like just as much is Ventrac and they make some awesome implements for it, but you already have two tractors, so Grasshopper is the way to go!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I've never ran one, but I've for sure seen them on KZfaq.
@Thesongstaysthesame
@Thesongstaysthesame 2 ай бұрын
I’ve had a grasshopper for 22 years. Currently have a 72”. Can’t beat the build quality, ease of maintainece. It’s not worth buying anything else when you have large lawn to deal with.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I agree with you. You buy cheaper mowers every few years or decade. Then there's a Grasshopper, often peoples last mower they will buy.
@northeasterndirtandpropert7974
@northeasterndirtandpropert7974 2 ай бұрын
Maybe i missed something in the past.Did you look at Kubota,deere front mount mowers before buying grasshopper?I agree with pretty much all your viewpoints on taking care of equipment and longevity.Im a stickler on machinery maint.
@thomasmoore5479
@thomasmoore5479 2 ай бұрын
I’ll just stick with my Kubota zero turn all I’ve done other than regular maintenance is replace one dust cap on the deck and I’m on my second set of blades in 14 years I mow about 3 acres and it takes me a hour. I noticed that they use a Kubota power plant.
@joerapo
@joerapo 9 ай бұрын
I'm highly impressed by Grasshopper and would like to convert my lawncare business to front mounts and do youtube to show the benefits of a front mount Grasshopper. I think it's a missed niche. It can do more than a Walker or an Exmark Navigator, but is built twice as tough. Front mounts might not make a ton of sense for a large landscape company, but they make sense to me as a solo owner operator. Unfortunately it's currently out of my price range so I'm going to look at buying used.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Agreed on all points. It's got its benefits for stability, smoothness and mowing under limbs. Not to mention quick blade changes while out in the job. They do take up a little more room, but the deck can be lifted while on the trailer taking up less room. If I had a mowing business (I use to), I'd have one mid mount and one front deck on the trailer.
@--_DJ_--
@--_DJ_-- 9 ай бұрын
We have that same motor (or very similar) in a little bobcat excavator we call the "skinny mini". We always joke that once you fill it with fuel it is good for the season.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
That's great to hear, I'm hoping for good fuel efficiency.
@jerrycurls88
@jerrycurls88 9 ай бұрын
That's a sweet mower. Will make moving all that grass so much quicker.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
We are already amazed at how much quicker the yard is finished.
@PineyGroveHomestead
@PineyGroveHomestead 9 ай бұрын
We are watching now, but Deb says that has the mower in front like the Ventrac and she loved using that machine! Tractor Hard! 🚜💪!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It really makes it easy to see where you are mowing and makes the ride amazing. I got me a diesel just like you now 😉
@PineyGroveHomestead
@PineyGroveHomestead 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL So much winning! Happy for y'all!
@Tripring2000
@Tripring2000 9 ай бұрын
Andrew, that’s a nice looking mower. With as much as you have to mow, this new machine should help you reduce the amount of time you are mowing.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's already making a huge difference in mowing time.
@ronweber4508
@ronweber4508 2 ай бұрын
My dad had two of the (gas though). 20 sets of blades, a nice Rykon bet-sander (for sharpening blades, up to 40+ acres to mow at times. I could show up and get a lot of work done, and things looked nice.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
That's a lot of mowing! These are great mowers.
@dougdavis4439
@dougdavis4439 9 ай бұрын
Looks like a beast! I've always heard of grasshopper mowers and how they had a good name. My dad worked in the lawn and garden industry 50+ years. I especially like the power plant, wink, wink, L3560 owner. Lol. Can't wait to see more Andrew!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
For sure known for quality. I guess I've got a Kubota engine on the property now 😉
@dougdavis4439
@dougdavis4439 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL I can't imagine how a diesel cuts grass. It has to be a good feeling. Looks like she'll haul rear end also!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's quieter for sure and sips fuel. Should last a very long time as well
@dougdavis4439
@dougdavis4439 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL I bet! You take good care of your stuff, so I'm sure it will be with you at 1 million subs and beyond, my friend! You all have a good night.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Take care sir!
@joshwesaw
@joshwesaw 9 ай бұрын
Hoppers are a fantastic mower expensive but totally worth it!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I agree, I've always heard praise from people that own them.
@joshwesaw
@joshwesaw 9 ай бұрын
I used to work for Michigan DNR we had a pair of them ( one gas the. Other diesel ). we used for mowing campgrounds,boat launches, groomed trails, pretty much anywhere. I loved the out front deck for mowing under split rail fences, and with the power fold decks we would change blades after lunch each day,it’s amazing how much faster you can cut grass with sharp blades
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Your exactly right!
@jamesscroggins3486
@jamesscroggins3486 9 ай бұрын
What a quality piece of equipment, a homeowner’s dream. The price has got to be impressive too.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's for sure top of the line
@JohnWoodruff-su8lz
@JohnWoodruff-su8lz 9 ай бұрын
MSRP is around $23,500
@jamesscroggins3486
@jamesscroggins3486 9 ай бұрын
Dang, that is expensive, but you can tell the quality is incredible. I will be interested to see what other accessories you can get with this machine
@richardscarlett7942
@richardscarlett7942 9 ай бұрын
@@JohnWoodruff-su8lz screw that, LOL. Looks worth it but im not a millionaire
@JohnMiller-vr9ld
@JohnMiller-vr9ld 2 ай бұрын
Well you could spend 24k on one of these and probably last your lifetime or you could buy a 4,000$ piece of junk every 5 to 6 years take your pick
@wg4405
@wg4405 25 күн бұрын
Well this video is a few months old but I got my first experience with grasshoppers when I worked for a municipality and was even sent to school to be train to work on them . I have a older model I bought used with the Gemini hydro pump/ motor combination which are great but parts no longer available but mine still running strong . I see a lot off negative post here buy a Dixie Chopper ( which I own also ) or other brands , well thats all great BUT if you have never ran a front deck zero turn your missing out . Not many companies building front deck mowers anymore . Can't get under trees or fences with a belly mower .
@TKCL
@TKCL 24 күн бұрын
That's exactly right, you don't know what you are missing until you actually use a front mount mower. I'll never go back to mid mount.
@frederickshipp8013
@frederickshipp8013 2 ай бұрын
6' decks nice but my 9' is half again as wide and I love it with 55hp it's great., Time saver? OH YEAH 👍👍
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
What kind of mower are you running?
@djkarcher1896
@djkarcher1896 Ай бұрын
This even looks well-built through the video. No expense spared here. Just built like they used to. For my size of yard, my trusty Makita mower does the trick, though.
@TKCL
@TKCL Ай бұрын
These are extremely well built and scream quality!
@johnr5545
@johnr5545 25 күн бұрын
Nice job god bless
@TKCL
@TKCL 25 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching, God bless.
@KSN2019
@KSN2019 2 ай бұрын
I’ve owned pretty much all brands and the scags are the best
@dtrisdale
@dtrisdale 2 ай бұрын
Ive been running Scag mowers 14 years now with zero problems...Oil changes, lubing and a few belts....that's about it.
@chuckgilbert2035
@chuckgilbert2035 28 күн бұрын
I have a Scag Tiger Cub, Freedom Z and a V ride. Yes they are the best for lawn care. This Grasshopper is farm equipment. I do not see it in the same class as my Scags.
@dannysummey5075
@dannysummey5075 2 ай бұрын
That is a nice mower. I would try to get a canopy for that much property .
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I may, but I do worry about the limbs I mow under.
@byronholmes2496
@byronholmes2496 9 ай бұрын
Good day to all. I can smell the green grass.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Good day sir! Plenty of fresh cut grass ahead.
@byronholmes2496
@byronholmes2496 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL Got some.
@lillianad9879
@lillianad9879 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for responding
@hammerman5333
@hammerman5333 9 ай бұрын
All you need now is twin turbos nitrous and straight pipe exhaust. Lol. Nice machine 👏
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Oh yeah!
@chuckspencer5296
@chuckspencer5296 9 ай бұрын
Wow, Andrew... That mower is a beast!!! I think you will definitely enjoy that comfortable seat! Remember to keep an eye on that air filter, that double system does a great job, and easy to clean the outer filter and don't forget to change out both of them regularly!!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Correct, I've got the same filter system on other equipment. Works very well.
@--_DJ_--
@--_DJ_-- 9 ай бұрын
The inner doesn't need to be changed all that often unless you had a bad seal on the outer. It is more of a safety than anything. I'm not saying don't ever change it, but give it a look before you do. They don't give those things away, and you could just be throwing a perfectly good filter in the trash. Usually they look brand new even after 2 or 3 outers have been swapped.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Agreed, I rarely change the inner, it's almost always clean.
@jefffrancis6824
@jefffrancis6824 9 ай бұрын
NICE...👀
@ron02simpson
@ron02simpson 2 ай бұрын
I've owned Grasshopper for about 17 years. Expensive compared to other brands, but it was obvious it was better built than anything on the market. It has about 1200 hours and is holding up well. In truth, I use it at times like a bush hog. We brought it with us when we moved and unfortunately the dealer support is not good here. I think their initial cost and limited dealers are why you don't see more Grasshoppers, even in commercial use. Oh, the tilt up mower deck is fantastic.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
You are exactly right, you get what you pay for in life. These are without a doubt better built than most.
@flash1259
@flash1259 2 ай бұрын
A year or so ago I bought a 52" 723K with the rear bagger attachment installed. I bought it because of the rear bagger attachment. It pretty much was a replacement for my tow behind medium sized DR yard vac that I really couldn't use when my wife's lawn mower died. I really like the mower. I think it makes my over 2 acre front yard look the best it has ever looked. That's when I cut the grass when it's suppose to be cut. When it gets too tall or I need to cut bad spots I get my 61" Bad Boy Outlaw XP. I've cut some really bad spots with that mower. I've also cut grass taller than I am sitting in the seat. The air ride seat I recently installed on it is very comfortable.
@dumdiversaspapalbull1452
@dumdiversaspapalbull1452 Ай бұрын
My dad took me to a place to have my Honda worked on, and they sold these there. They were like 10 and 12 thousand in 2010. But they’re made like a caterpillar. Just a tank of a mower. They look like someone from the days when companies actually wanted their names to stand alone, made them.
@TKCL
@TKCL Ай бұрын
That's exactly how I view them, very well made for the people who appreciate that.
@bfa178
@bfa178 9 ай бұрын
I think you kind of answered this question, but I’m a little slow. You normally mow with a tractor so why buy a dedicated mower? Is it mainly cut quality for around the house or something else? That thing is a monster either way!!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Exactly, we have a lot to mow. Tractor for pasture, trails and rough mowing. Zero turn is much quicker and takes care of the lower more manicured grass around the house, perimeter and road.
@richardscarlett7942
@richardscarlett7942 9 ай бұрын
man, that is one sweet mower, best ive seen. @ 5:50 when you lift the deck up to show the blade maintenance ease, is there a safety feature that locks it in the up position so it cant fall on you?
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Not that I've seen, a simple board or Jack will suffice. Love this mower!
@joesmith5919
@joesmith5919 9 ай бұрын
I have a gas Exmark - Laser Z-X 72". I love this mower just wonder how compares with your Grasshopper
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Not sure to be honest, I've definitely heard of that model but never used one.
@1jeffheck
@1jeffheck 2 ай бұрын
I’ve been mowing commercially since 1992 and have owed several grasshoppers I run 2 725 D with 61” decks I’ve never found a better mowers
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I absolutely love the 725! I was dead set on that mower but wanted the extra power for the 72 inch deck
@clobbyhops
@clobbyhops 2 ай бұрын
Your in hot Florida where’s your canopy for this beauty they make one, great video, thanks 🙏
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I mow under a lot of limbs, that concerns me.
@johnboyd6139
@johnboyd6139 9 ай бұрын
I have a 928d with a 72 inch deck! You can really cover some ground. I have one issue that you may want to keep an eye on. After a few hours of mowing, the radiator screen will clog and cause overheating. If you blow it out frequently.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Correct, I mentioned that in the video. I also got their radiator clean out tool, it's awesome. Are you running the chute deflector? Some people remove those and what I hear is that helps blow clippings back up towards the engine. I mowed for a few hours and the screen still had plenty of open space. I'll for sure always clean it after every mowing session.
@johnboyd6139
@johnboyd6139 9 ай бұрын
@TKCL good question. Mine is actually rear discharge/mulching now. I have the side discharge option and tried it with no real difference. I did note that the plate in front of the radiator, over the top of the drive belts, is much tighter possibly sealing off grass from underneath. I'm going to follow this closely because if you have an issue, you are clever enough to solve it!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Time will tell, but so far I was very happy with the amount of clippings on the cover after a few hours of mowing. I consider that a normal maintenance item, just like cleaning out my tractor radiator and grill after heavy mowing.
@johnboyd6139
@johnboyd6139 9 ай бұрын
@TKCL it's certainly a good mower. I love mine. It's a 2006 and imagine over the years they made improvements to that area. Here is the good news, you will be mowing with that rig for the next 20 years, likely on the same engine.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
That's exactly right, I truly expect a mower like this to be the last one many people will buy. Should last a very long time.
@ifger
@ifger 9 ай бұрын
*dollar signs* dang you are on a ROLL with quality equipment reviews!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Some people want fancy cars and houses. We like quality equipment and land.
@ftboomer1
@ftboomer1 2 ай бұрын
I have a scag turf tiger diesel. I was on it this weekend and got so motion sick I stopped and hurled. 3rd year owning it. I'd love to get this or a Farris. Something smother to run.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I've owned and been on several commercial mowers. This one by far is the smoothest ride and hydraulics of anything I've ever been on.
@kurtvonfricken6829
@kurtvonfricken6829 Ай бұрын
I have a Ferris 4500 ( no longer made, has a 28 hp cat/perkins diesel). Ferris is quality, but I’m replacing it with a front mount. I’m tired of jacking up my Ferris to work under the deck. And I like the attachments I can use on the front mount.
@ftboomer1
@ftboomer1 Ай бұрын
This week my throttle cable completely snapped. I replaced it and didn't get nauseous after. The scag still isn't smooth but not as bad as it was.
@user-ts3bl1kn2m
@user-ts3bl1kn2m 9 ай бұрын
It needs a fiberglass/polymer roof for the south ga & Florida heat.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I've been kicking that around 🤔
@JimmyHensley36
@JimmyHensley36 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL dyi project before summer . Channel content !
@freedomisntfree_44
@freedomisntfree_44 2 ай бұрын
I cut maybe 30-40 acres and cut grass full time while running a farm as well. I kept one 60” toro 3000 series for the farm but may upgrade one day to cut my time down. Great video 🤙
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching
@lakepinesfarm1394
@lakepinesfarm1394 9 ай бұрын
Buy once, cry once. That is the mower I was going to buy, till I found a deal on John Deere front mounted mower that will cut while raising deck up and down with blades engaged. Get the snowblower attachment, winter is coming. Lol!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
That's a true statement for a lot of things. Don't think I need the snowblower 🤣
@TheSoloAsylum
@TheSoloAsylum 9 ай бұрын
Does Tiffany know you're out there playing with her new mower? I hope you put the seat back in the right position.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
She's already been all over it and loves it. So funny you mention the seat in the right position, that is one of her pet peeves in a vehicle.
@HexaFox
@HexaFox 2 ай бұрын
Have you ever been on a Ferris? There is no comparison to ride quality but I have never been on a Grasshopper with the mower deck out front. I have heard Grasshoppers are better than a traditional zero turn. After I cut grass with my with something other than my Ferris I really learn to appreciate it more.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I have a long time ago. I am telling you, the front mount Grasshopper that pivots independently of the drive train is a game changer. I've never felt something so smooth in a commercial zero turn. That along with the air ride seat is a combo I doubt anyone can beat. I can't see myself ever going back to a sit on top deck.
@HexaFox
@HexaFox 2 ай бұрын
@@TKCL I have an opportunity to try and Grasshopper front mount and need try it. If you go to Lawnsite most of the site agrees that Ferris is the best for ride quality. Having that said, Grasshopper does not come up often in conversations. I have heard they are one of the easiest to work on and best made mowers ever. Plus the smaller units now feature the Vanguards which is my all time favorite engine.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
@@HexaFox grasshopper invented the zero turn and are by far the best mowers made in my opinion. They don't advertise at all on media so they are not well known. The dealers who usually carry them rave they are one of the best made and are easy to service. Affordable and common bearings, high quality hydro drive units, thick decks, quality components ect. Go test one and look it over, the quality is instantly visible. Plus the front deck is so nice for changing blades and cleaning.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
@@HexaFox I am also a huge Vanguard fan. I've owned several of those engines with zero issues.
@kurtvonfricken6829
@kurtvonfricken6829 Ай бұрын
I’ve run a Ferris 4500 for the last 13-15 years. It is smooth and nice to ride. I want a front deck so I don’t have to hack it up to work under the deck and the different attachments. The Ferris 800 hardly has any attachments.
@Ancejfj
@Ancejfj Күн бұрын
Awesome now put ac cab on it and I buy one
@TKCL
@TKCL 21 сағат бұрын
LOL that would be nice.
@ronaldkopchakii3047
@ronaldkopchakii3047 2 ай бұрын
I have a 2012 , 735 big block with a 72” deck. It’s a beast! I love the mower. But I wish they would make dual wheels for it. It’s a heavy machine and I have hills. I need more traction. Does anyone know if they make duals for these machines now.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I'm not sure, your local Grasshopper dealer should be able to let you know.
@johnossendorf9979
@johnossendorf9979 2 ай бұрын
Interesting . Can anyone tell me how these preform on challenging hills ?
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I'm in Florida, so relatively flat. But I do mow steep ditches and I've never felt like it would even come close to tipping. It feels very stable.
@roberthermsen724
@roberthermsen724 9 ай бұрын
Lol when I first saw the thumbnail I thought you got one of those carts they used at driving range to gather all the balls lol 😂 But I don’t know if you have seen the ventrac tractor but the front deck reminds me of that But in a zero turn steering. How many different accessories does that come with. Ventrac makes a bunch of different accessories.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I'll have to refer you to their website for all the attachments. I have seen flails, blowers, dethachers and more. Very interesting!
@roberthermsen724
@roberthermsen724 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL I don’t remember if you said in the video but did you buy this or is a demo. And are you getting any of the other accessories.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
This is sponsored, I had a disclaimer pop up at the beginning. I might be getting some accessories to test next spring. Winter isn't very good for cutting grass 😉
@roberthermsen724
@roberthermsen724 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL how fast do you think that grasshopper goes. And being a longer unit how does it do on “zero turn” is it as tight as your smaller red zero turn mower you have. I was looking at them on the website and would love to text drive one but there is no dealer close to me
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Without a doubt it runs faster than I want to cut. The company states 11+ mph. It has zero issues turning on a dime, it actually tears up less grass than my last mower. I'm being absolutely honest when I say the hydraulics are as smooth as I've ever experienced. Even with aggressive tires we didn't tear up any yard while mowing and turning. If you get a chance, run one even if it's only for the experience.
@michaelleecha
@michaelleecha 7 күн бұрын
Goats
@person86422
@person86422 9 ай бұрын
I've heard they have ground clearance issues on slight hills because the hinge or mechanism that tilts the deck hangs down low. Is this true? Can you take it over humps, dips and hills please? Thank you
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I've experienced none of that on slight grades and dips I have. This is also Florida, so I don't have extreme grades to test it on. My ditch by the highway is quite deep and I rode through it with no problems.
@person86422
@person86422 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL thats good to hear thank you. I've always liked these mowers.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
@person86422 me too, I remember seeing the first one at a dealer in the early 2000s.
@joerapo
@joerapo 9 ай бұрын
I believe you're referring to the 500 series. It's a front mount, but have belts running between the machine and deck. Reducing ground clearance. 600, 700, and 900 all have a drive shaft.
@person86422
@person86422 9 ай бұрын
@@joerapo thank you, that makes a lot of sense. I'm not overly educated on these machines it was just something I remembered hearing. Appreciate the info.
@5150cash
@5150cash 9 ай бұрын
Not first but im here
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Ricky!
@5150cash
@5150cash 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL you have to be one with the cougar 🤷🏽‍♂️
@Smokeyandthebandit182
@Smokeyandthebandit182 3 ай бұрын
Grasshopper are the best
@TKCL
@TKCL 3 ай бұрын
Agreed
@Smokeyandthebandit182
@Smokeyandthebandit182 3 ай бұрын
Grasshopper it’s just so much mower
@Smokeyandthebandit182
@Smokeyandthebandit182 3 ай бұрын
I live really close to the factory I mow yards and run grasshopper there great
@TKCL
@TKCL 3 ай бұрын
They've always been known in my area as the top brand. The front deck is a game changer for me.
@WinterFlowerchild
@WinterFlowerchild 2 ай бұрын
Hi. I stumbled across this channel, but I'm curious. Why would you sacrifice a whole day on mowing a huge grass yard? Do you sell the grass clippings? If there are no animals eating it, what's the point in having 30 acres of grass? Do you play soccer on it? Or golf? Why not farm it? Or plant something that you don't have to mow down?
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Most of what you see we plan to fence in and raise cattle.
@Hxneybee395
@Hxneybee395 2 ай бұрын
What kind of border pine trees are those? They look great for creating privacy
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Sand pines, very cheap, grow fast and keep their bottom limbs.
@Hxneybee395
@Hxneybee395 2 ай бұрын
@@TKCL wow you just helped me so much on my 10 acres! Been debating
@ryanscott9625
@ryanscott9625 2 ай бұрын
People that look at the prices, you have all the other mower brands, than you have a grasshopper, zero comparison, nothing beats a grasshopper
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
100 percent agree. Some buy for price, some for quality. Grasshopper is by far the best quality mower I've ever been on.
@devindawson1533
@devindawson1533 Ай бұрын
Best lawnmower that you never see laying stripes 🤷‍♂️
@TKCL
@TKCL Ай бұрын
There are roller kits, I'm not concerned about stripes in my yard.
@CrystalParanormally
@CrystalParanormally 9 ай бұрын
Be careful...Tiffany is going to run off with that mower!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
She absolutely loves it, I had to kick her off of it so I could mow some more 🤣
@Jjason601
@Jjason601 9 ай бұрын
Sold
@paraTRUEper
@paraTRUEper 2 ай бұрын
Are these mowers available in Canada? Guess I'll have to do some searches
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
I'm not sure, reach out to Grasshopper, website is in the description.
@kipcudd7253
@kipcudd7253 9 ай бұрын
My neighbor has 1. 14 yrs old. Ground clearance is not good. I know has I've pulled him out several times with zero turn if was soft. But a great expensive.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Shouldn't be a problem here in flat Florida. Zero turns in general don't like soft ground. I went with the aggressive tread tires to make sure I get as much traction as possible.
@kipcudd7253
@kipcudd7253 9 ай бұрын
We our flat here too.
@FliGuyRyan
@FliGuyRyan 2 ай бұрын
Not trying to troll you here (as I appreciate your video), but, why didn't you get a Ventrac with the 95" wide-area cutting deck? It could also serve to do so many more jobs; even more than the Grasshopper.
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
Because I have a tractor for the big jobs and a zero turn is far more agile than the ventrac. I'm able to zip around trees, buildings and more, plus spin 360 in an instant. Speed makes up far more time than cutting width in most cases. Plus I've never even seen a ventrac dealer in my state. My Grasshopper dealer is 30 minutes away for parts and service.
@tunnelvision2day
@tunnelvision2day Ай бұрын
Looks like a nice mower.. But from what I've seen, scag is the heaviest, overbuilt, toughest mower on the market. I've had 2 since 2004.. And have NEVER had a single issue. Not 1... The scag deck is so much thicker than all of the competition, I don't think it could ever wear out.
@TKCL
@TKCL Ай бұрын
There are definitely great mowers out there. Funny you mention Scag, my good friends relatively new Scag just had hydraulic pump failure two weeks ago. Then he found 3 out of the 4 engine mounts/bolts sheared off. He's very easy on his stuff. He used my mower while his was getting repaired and loved it. Once you try one of these, it's almost impossible to go back to anything else. The smooth ride alone seals the deal.
@drakenobrim901memphis3
@drakenobrim901memphis3 2 ай бұрын
This was the very first zero turn I ever ran..
@drakenobrim901memphis3
@drakenobrim901memphis3 2 ай бұрын
In 2008 it was also a diesel
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
You ran the best!
@jasscarborough
@jasscarborough 2 ай бұрын
Wow I'm sold ! Who wants to cosign with me on it 😂
@TKCL
@TKCL 2 ай бұрын
They make a bunch of less expensive commercial models, you don't have to get the top of line one like I did.
@madampolo
@madampolo 9 ай бұрын
That mower costs $22k. Not many people can afford that for residential use.
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
It's not for everyone, that's why they offer many different models. With that said many people seem to buy $70k plus vehicles all the time. I'd rather have good equipment, land and older used vehicles. We all have different priorities, wants and needs.
@silverstake88
@silverstake88 2 ай бұрын
Uh - does this look like a "residential" property to you? 🙄🤦‍♂️ This is for a large farm/ranch/commercial operation. What's your point?
@madampolo
@madampolo 2 ай бұрын
@@silverstake88 It IS a residential property. Don't you watch the channel? You should before you make comments that show your ignorance.
@dirtfarmer7472
@dirtfarmer7472 2 ай бұрын
22K$ is more than I can or will spend
@freedomisntfree_44
@freedomisntfree_44 2 ай бұрын
No residential yard would require anything that big either.
@humbleredneck8816
@humbleredneck8816 9 ай бұрын
That is a beast of a mower! Mowing isn't a chore anymore! All it needs is a gun rack!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
Lol it's an absolute pleasure mowing with it.
@drgti16v
@drgti16v 9 ай бұрын
Grasshopper, they should have called it the Grasschopper900D just needs a little more chrome. 😀
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I can hear that name being shouted by Arnold! 🤣
@drgti16v
@drgti16v 9 ай бұрын
@@TKCL omg For sure!!!!!
@zackeryarnett9454
@zackeryarnett9454 9 ай бұрын
Hey do you guys have a diesel fuel tank for your shop
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I have a 70 gallon tank in my truck. I'm considering building a 120 or 250 gallon tank if I can find a delivery service.
@charlestravis9798
@charlestravis9798 9 ай бұрын
What a salesman!
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
I can assure my enthusiasm is genuine, I absolutely love this mower. Best I've ever used.
@phil18751
@phil18751 9 ай бұрын
Getting some nice new gear lately. Keep getting more jealous of ya. 😢
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
We are blessed and we've also worked very hard for many years.
@phil18751
@phil18751 9 ай бұрын
@TKCL Fair play to you. I keep seeing you get all these new toys. when you gonna get the missis her stables?
@TKCL
@TKCL 9 ай бұрын
She keeps asking for pools, decks, landscaping and all these other projects 🤣
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