48" Husqvarna Riding Mower Review Pro's and Con's
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- I give a few pros and cons of the 48" Husqvarna thus far after 11 hour of service. Here are a few other videos that I have done on this mower. 48" Husqvarna Riding Mower Review Pro's and Con's. husqvarna 48 inch lawn tractor.
First Review:
• Husqvarna 48 inch lawn...
First Cut:
• Husqvarna 48 inch lawn...
This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use czcams.com/users/postUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.
Last year I purchased a 48" Husqvarna riding mower from Lowe's, so far I am happy with it.
Thanks for the tip about vapor lock and wrapping the fuel line with "thermal stuff" my troybuilt is doing the exact same thing when it gets hot , it starts sputtering , I have a 54" Husky, Love IT!
Mine is running strong after two years. I also used to drag tree limbs to an extent, but it handled them well. I am very pleased with mine. I did get the bagging system for this year and I am very pleased, but do not go to fast or it will plug :) Still I love it!
Co-worker has a Husky 5424 for 7 years and still going strong. Just got a RZ 5426 ZTR and is quite the machine. Best thing I did with mine was to put Gator blades on it and works great.
the Husk 54 inch zero turn is a beast.....the best...its tough, cause I'm hard on a mower, and after 7 years its still doing the job
Great review for the most part! I don't agree with the catching grass - no mower catches grass when it's wet and these Husqvarna are one of the best for it.
Thanks glad to hear bout that fuel line wrapping.
Thanks for your input, I am looking for reliability cause I will be cutting in Gunacaste, Costa Rica where the grass grows 1cm per day. The reflective shielding to prevent vapor lock was a great idea. The weather down here is very hot and I will add this to my new ;purchase. Thanks buddy!
I have a Husqvarna LGT 2554 that I bought in May of 2011, so 9:years. I love it, I have not had any problems at all. The only be thing I've done beside tune up maintenance is replaced the battery, which is expected. I do a complete tune up each year. I keep it out of the weather. I've never even had a flat tire! I give mine a little Rock and look over the right rear tire at my gas level. The sight glass in is useless. I have no problem with my seat sliding. I did buy mulching blades just because I have some large trees and in the fall lots of leaves, but after a year I replaced them with a new set of high lift blades and I really like to them. When I purchased mine, Lowe's had it out of level, so I adjusted the level, got an it dead on, and I'm happy with it. JohnG
Great mower, had it 2 years, just had to replace battery, coming up on 3rd blade change. Going to drop deck and clean it all out.
I'm late to the party but have had this mower for a couple years. One is the deck does not like wet grass of any kind. My older sears craftsman never had that issue. Also on this mower I always have the throttle get stuck especially when going up an incline and it sucks cause you end up getting jerked around when it unsticks. this usually takes me tapping the reverse pedal. I have had it looked at by a licensed dealer and they said the fixed it but still does it. have not had any issues with vapor lock but then I live in Washington state.
I have a Poulan Pro 700EX and have had the same issue with the seat and viewing how much fuel is in it since it was new 13 years ago. It also reversed slow and I pointed it out to the dealer and he ordered a new rod that connected to the pedal and the new one was longer. It resolved the slow reverse and would back up full throttle.
I learned not to cut wet grass when I was 10 years old! And who needs a fuel gauge on a lawn mower? Like you said.....just top it off every time you want to mow!
There are days I mow 25 yards a day. There's no use for a fuel gauge? Plenty of hours of daylight to be constantly keep topping off every few lawns. Time=money. I only fill up when I need to and at the end of the day. I have mowers both with and without fuel gauges. Just because you've never used a HD mower, doesn't mean you can't mow wet grass! Low deck volume with low air flow means no wet grass for you.
My tractor wheel spins on Hillside... I have to run it 1/3 throttle just to make it up the hill, otherwise at full throttle the wheels just spin and I get stuck on the hill
Anyone know what the problem is, maybe shitty tires because there's plenty of power to make it up the hill, just tires spin stopping me from going uphill
Well, are the tires shitty? Are they wore out? Turf Saver tires aren't very aggressive to begin with. How much do you weigh? If you are a light weight, have someone that is heavier than you try to go up the same hill. You'd be surprised what an extra 40 pounds will do for traction. If you notice a difference, there are weights that you can add to the wheels or to the "hitch" area that may help. Or just carry a case of beer on the back of the tractor. I hear thats what they do in Ohio. Also check your tire pressure. Over inflating by as little as 5psi can reduce the traction of the tires.
@@jetsnation1718 Hey dumb ass !!! It's called TRACTION !!!! Those tires are designed to protect the grass !!!!
I have the same unit, all you have to do to fix the seat is bend the fingers down so they engage better but I would recommend that the seat be adjusted where you like it in the case you bend them to much.
On the reverse pedal do what I did, attach a 1/2 inch thick hard rubber spacer to the top of the pedal via two screws(drill pilot holes!) so it is easier to push down to get the desired movement.
Another note, you're carb has a anti backfire solenoid in the float bowl. This is the NUMBER ONE cause for starting failure(all Briggs engines) if you use ethanol fuel. Simply remove the solenoid and cut the valve tip off so fuel can flow because the ethanol makes it stick closed. If it backfires a lot when turned off throttle it all the way down before you turn the 🔑 off, better for the motor anyway.
Seat slide fix. Bend the tabs downward so they fit deeper in the openings.
Thank you for your video I was thinking about buying one of those we're going to keep on looking for another riding lawn mower thank you
I have had a clutch spring break and had it one year. The little cable end broke off but easy fix. Other than this I love everything about my Husqvarna above any riding mower I have had. Yes the seat does slide but just bend the teeth a little and slipping stops. Don't bend a lot just enough so it catches. With little ones you will not want full throttle reverse believe me. You'll thank them for this later.
I have same mower! it's ok. as for the headlights you can pop the outside lenses off with a flat screwdriver and easily clean headlights! don't stay clean very long but it's easy to clean them!
Aweasome review. . I have the basic model 42 inch with the 18.5 engine. The seat can be fixed bent the nubs out that's what I did but yours might differ from mine. Also the wet grass is an issue even with mine my uncle has an exmark zero turn and says you have to get into Comercial mowers to get rid of that issue. Happy mowing brother take care!
In your owners manual it tells you to make sure to clean the grass out of the pan where your top belt runs. The grass clumps up and does allow the belt to turn at top speed, I had the same problem I cleaned it out and it returned to full speed.
Wow JUST CHANGED MY MIND… I was thinking of getting a 2016 only 83 hours on it…The guy is moving and just doesn’t need it any longer…$1300… but with your review I think I’ll lean towards a John Deer-thanks-great video!!
I have had a 2448 now for 9 years and the seat has stayed where I set it when I first got it. It does not move! I noticed the teeth stick down in the notch openings more than yours. The only major problem I had to have fixed is the L brackets that bolt to the Hydro trans axle broke and let it flex enough to cause the drive belt to fly off. It cost me about $125.00 for dealer made re-enforcement brackets and labor to install them 2 years ago. I mow about 2 acres weekly some hills and banks some flat. I mow the banks up and down, not side ways. This mower replaced a Wheel Horse tractor. Good luck with yours.
Secret wet grass, 1 hi lift blades, 2 slow rpm down, 3 raise discharge shoot up some 2 or 3 inches. I did lawn care for 20 years and learned a few tricks....
thanks for the review.. Under the seat, on the Left side, is a big brass bolt with a huge washer.. I bet the IS to tighten the seat position and lock it into place.. try it.
Great review. Just bought this same mower. I agree with your "cons" about the seat. The first time I ran the mower the seat slipped. And I can't tell how much fuel is in the tank either :-) The reverse at half throttle is okay with me. It's just a safety issue since this mower can move right along. So far so good.
Lift the seat up, that lets light into the fuel tank and you can see the level on the indicator.
Just tried it does not make a difference still cant see anything@@Geebax2
I bought one in 2013. Like you, I don't like the 3 mph in reverse. When I want to cut in reverse, I just put my heel on top of the forward pedal and pull it backwards. I get plenty of speed, it's not awkward, at all; and doing this has never injured my heel or ankle. One of these days, I'll remove the reverse pedal all together, and I doubt I'll ever miss it.
good idea I never thought of that
Mine is showing signs of vapor lock as well. Never thought to tape up the fuel line.
Excellent job on the review
Great clip.. Very thourough. Top bloke maate!!
I have this same problem, idk it’s vapor lock. I’ll try the gas cap& fuel line covers ,thx👍🏻
My husqvarna mower was bought from a husqvarna dealer called Bynum tractor and equipment,they sale and repair themselves,they also sale chainsaws,weedeaters,timber cutting supplies,and are very knowledgable about what they sale
I have the GT54LS with the rapid replace blade system, if yours has that system, get rid if it ASAP. The covers fly off and expose the blade holders to damage. I just put regular blades on and much better cut/reliability now. Easy to convert to normal blades, since the star pattern spindles are already installed. You just need to grind the bolt tips down about 1/8-1/4" so the blades don't hit the longer bolts. They are 1/4" too long. Conversion only takes 20 minutes with deck removed, or you can get a mowjack to speed things up.
Having a similar problem with mine with the vapor lock. Dies while riding. I also have a problem with hard starting. Choke is engaging fully, new battery, fresh fuel, carb is clean as a whistle, weight on the seat, parking break set, pto disengaged. It turns over but will not start without starting fluid. New spark plugs also.
I have the YTH 2348 model and the carburetor is giving up on me, yes I've had it for like 6 years but now I've got to find the time to take it off and clean it or get someone to take it and just fix everything on it. yes it has a few problems. so i wouldn't mind just getting someone to come get it and fix everything. Just did the blades, oil, flue pump/filter, air filter, spark plugs, 2 new front tires and rims, and lights. I still need to replace the seat but I could care less about that. Anyway I enjoyed your video so keep it up.
i have the same mower and cuts great with wet grass, you just have to tie your deck guard up and it throws wet grass 4 ft out. no issues with my seat or fuel. I bought my mower over the john deer because the warranty was so much better on the Husqvarna.
With my Husqvarna if I lift the grass catching guard, the blade is exposed and it will throw debris up at you and this is dangerous. I used my sawzall to cut it off even with the deck. This is working much better to discard the grass clippings and also still protects the rider. It is a good mower in my opinion. I have never had trouble with the seat moving. I've never had the vapor lock issue either. Maybe I'm just lucky. It does get pretty hot here in S.C.
just bought one and the tires went flat after the first mow from Goat Head thorns.these tires are very thin.Green slimed all the tires and no more flat tires.love the mower.
CarrMann Green slime really works, but I put tubes in all of mine with the green slime for tubes!! Solved the problem !!! !
Great review, have you tried bending the tabs down further on the seat so they lock into position better?
*FOR ANYBODY ELSE WITH THESE SAME ISSUES:*
*A)* For the seat sliding issue, you might be able to stick a screwdriver up in there to pry the tangs down just a little bit (or if you never need to change the seat position, pry them down a lot do they *definitely* won't slip).
*B)* For the reverse pedal issue, maybe you could stick a condom, I mean a sock/topper/cap to raise the height of that pedal top.
The vapor locking is not a fault of the fuel hose or the way that it is routed. The problem is with the hood & the deep firewall well where heat builds up. We had a similar Husqvarna in our shop a few yrs ago that would act up on/off. We finally lifted the hood off & mowed with no further issue.The hood or fire wall well needs venting added.
The biggest problem is too long of a run between the tank and the motor. Those fuel pumps are crap.
I agree with the teeth that lick the seat in place. Could stand it I actuslly mad new teeth for it adjusted them to lock better. Other then that issue it ain't that bad of a mower.
outstanding review..TELL IT LIKE IT IS!!!!
Appreciate it! And thanks for watching!
I have the same mower. I like it so far. Works good .
Hello neighbor to the south. We just moved to North Carolina . Loving it here so far. Moved to free America from California. What an amazing relief to be out of that damn state
I have the same mower, 50 hrs. Dont have any of the issues your having. But yes, wet grass dont work well, especially with a bagger. Oil change is easy, blades are easy to take off and sharpen.
Those two optional bolt mounts secure the seat to one location. No more sliding.
I have a YTH-2348, the seat never slides. Right now wont start, thinking clutch safety switch went out....Oh joy, one must drop the mowing deck off and remove steering bracket assembly to remove one simple switch, and yes mines HATES wet grass too.
I have the 46 in cut... love it too..and will cut in wet...2 blades..but I have been trying to solve a problem..I checked the oil..before mowing.. the last mowing I apparently did not tighten it or it just jarred loose... thinking the first.. after a while I noticed my peddle was slick.. my foot kept slipping off. oil was spraying.. I parked it , shut it off... Problem.. it turns and turns but will not crank..have no idea...
Good video. With respect to the reverse issue, it looks like the forward pedal is directly linked to the reverse knob (?). It might not be the safest way to go, but if you hooked your heel over the top of the forward pedal, you might be able to go a bit faster. I'd definitely have your other foot on the brake, if (if there's a separate pedal for that.
thank you for the video, I'm comparing lawn tractors and this is one I'm interested in. I don't suppose you have the snow thrower attachment for it do you??
Awesome I plan to get a brand new lawn tractor soon I plan to get a Cub cadet or a Husqvarna ( I think it will be the 46inch Husqvarna
we have a bad weed and it builds up under the deck until the blades rub on it ; so the "DECK WASH" system is a must ,each time you mow. Just hook up the garden hose and run the mower for a few minutes. GOOD OLD JOHN DEERE.
I have a '15 model with 800 or more hours. I wish the deck would go one notch higher. Also, the plastic oil drain plug was junk. I replaced it with a 1/2" nipple with a valve. Easier and cleaner to drain the oil. The throttle likes to stick when going uphill. A couple of spindles died about 500 hours. Otherwise, it is a very reliable mower.
Try Gator blades they work great.
If you buy new, first thing you might want to do is rhino line under deck . Makes cleanup easier and also prevents rust
Dude, your vapor lock problem is really a vacuum issue. I have the same exact mower and it felt like it was vapor locking when the temps are high. I simply opened the fuel cap just a tiny bit. Enough to allow air to enter the tank and, no more issues
Cutting grass when wet is a common problem on all mowers,so not Husqvarna`s fault.
I do agree with you on the fuel gauge lol,can`t read if full or low.
So far I`m happy with my 48 Husqvarna,and my wife for buying it for my birthday :)
What weight oil do you use in summer,I`m in New England but most of mowers use will be summer,early Autumn use,so hot.
Think 5w 30 for general use maybe 30 weight in summer ? suggestions as my mowers coming up to 5 hours use and needs first oil change.
Nice review.
I have the yth24v48. I raised the reverse pedal up about an inch or so, there's a stop you have to get the plastic part past, but once you do you drill a hole(there's already a hole in the plastic part) drill through the hole and through the metal flat bar then put a pin through it to keep it there, makes it a bit easier to go in reverse, not much faster but easier to engage.
The seat adjuster you can use a flat screwdriver to bend the tabs down more so they hold the seat in position better. Mine doesn't slip at all.
The biggest complaint I have about my Husqvarna is it's inability to mow on the side of a hill. The machine is top heavy and the upper wheel loses traction on sidling hills. If it had a locking rear differential to give traction to both rear wheels it would have more traction, but the thing is on the verge of rolling over on the side of a hill. Other than that it's a fast mower and can handle tall grass. If you have a flat yard you'll love it, if you have a sloped yard you'll probably wish you bought something else, unless you can mow it up and down instead of side to side.
ever think about adding a piece of material to your reverse peddle? the taller that reverse pedal the further you can push down on it
you have any problems with the ( durection - speed) pedle sticking running you threw fences if so is it just a lube problem it only has 5.3 hours wasn't wanting problems already
There`s a video on also youtube wich explains what to do when you wanna make your lawn tractor go faster in reverse
(i would only do this if the warranty has expired ).
I like how you park it in the garage and keep it inside. In my opinion this is one of the best home owner built tractors you will get. Built by AYP like Ariens, Poulan and some Craftsman. The headlights don't work great anyways they are the same on all the AYP and MTD mowers. Even Murray got dust and dirt in the lights. Some tractors don't have lights and most zero turns don't, more of a sells gimmick if you ask me.
I agree the lights are crap but the mower is great. The lights don't through enough LIGHT at all. Maybe they should be called shades instead.
Where you put your key 🔑 to start, a round black knob, you set it on reverse before you back up.
"Slidin up, bustin your valuables on the steerin wheel"
HAHA..
like a midget! don't forget the midgets!
we have the same mower,had to have the frame changed out,it broke in half about 8 or 9 months ago.The other day it slung the trans drive belt,got to look and diagnose the problem,the frame is broken in half again
What do you think about the cruise control lever. I have trouble with mine engaging
To “reverse”, pull the “forward” pedal backwards with the top of your foot/toes, since the forward and reverse are connected
adjustment for your reverse there should be a rod where you can adjust that make it go faster in reverse look for adjustments
Tip the seat up and you can see the fuel level
I have the same mower works great love that it starts like a car , where did u get the thermal wrap for fuel line
i havnt seen anyone mention it but your seat is supposed to have lock bolts that screw into those white square deals under your seat. youre supposed to loosen them, adjust seat, then lock them down
I actually like mine most of the time. One thing I don't like is the frame seems to very rigid and the thing will try to turn over if you're sideways on a slope or crossing a ditch, which will either try to flip it or it'll high-center and leave you stuck.
This mower is pretty fast when you're mowing, moves at a good clip with 48" cut.
Reverse, yeah it's kinda slow, if you give the pedal a little more heel it'll go backwards a little faster, but I think it's designed that way so you don't back over the dog, the cat or the kids.
Ken BINGO !!!!!!
Your headlights on the inside run a bead clear silicone that keeps everything sealed
I got my 48" last year - first time riding mower but have 2.5 acres so went for it. The instructions are vague for me. I know I need to grease something but where and how? Briggs Stratton engine so changing the oil soon. Any hints or help for a first timer, I would appreciate it. Since I'm a girl, my dad only taught my brother. Bummer
I washed the 2008 Husqvarna lgt2554 lawn mower (under hood and seat). now it doesn't start. any suggestions?
had a JD with 3 blades did same with wet grass think its a common deal with 3 blades.
You mention wanting to go full throttle while backing up. The throttle is up on the dash,on the left,push it forward to full throttle. Now, maybe you really mean that you want to go faster ground speed in reverse,then you would need to find a way to move the reverse pedal further for faster ground speed.
Yep wet grass always gets clogged under the deck. We have weeds that are always wet and get clogged.
Busting your valuables lmao!! My sack hangs low from years of wearing boxer or commando. I bust my valuables sometimes just sitting on my Husqvarna lol.
how do I adjust the front wheels in alignment .46
I know this is old, I have this mower, fold up a bandanna and slide it between seat and the lever that adjust seat. It keeps pressure on it. It stops the sliding. (Did for me at least)
@CountryStranger I put it where the handle is to adjust the seat. Between seat and handle, pushing it tight.
It hits the pulley cover when pushing the reverse pedal,
Wear a cup. Don't mow at night, and if it's wet... got it!
When it is wet us a bungee and prop up the sut
I always look at the back of the tank to figure out the fuel level
And every thing that I tell you is a thing I do
I watch the tank as I fill..I can see the gas as it goes in... what is the big deal.?
The one I have, is dangerous to cut with the baffle raised, so I cut the baffle off even with the deck using a sawzall. It discharges the grass really well now.
I have one of these with the gas tank under the seat. The tank got brittle and cracked. It now leaks in about 6 places. I can not find a replacement tank. They do not make them or stock them. What to do?
so - now you've had the mower since 2014 - how is the mower holding up ?
I have a couple questions and comments. Do you know how to level the deck on the Husqvarna? I have the LGT 2554, and it looks like the deck is not level, there are threaded rods, one on each side, towards rear of deck, but seems like no adjustment is left.
I never had issues with my seat adjustment, but after I set it, in farthest back setting, I never mess with it. I never cut grass when wet, even if it's just dew. I let it dry out. After cutting, I take my blower and blow out old grass on top of deck. Seems to work better than a hose, wet grass gets gummed up. True about the gas/ fuel level window, hard to see anything thru it, so I look over my right rear tire, shake mower a little, and can see gas in the tank and tell how empty/full. No problems with my head lights getting ditty on the inside. Mine are just as clear as when new, maybe 7 years old now. So far I'm very pleased with my Husqvarna LGT 2554. Thanks for posting. JohnG
my first husky V I had from 7 to 8 years...then... I forgot to check the oil..late summer..tough grass... oil gone... motor burned up...but I love my new husky v even better...it is a 22 hp...
We have the same mower but ours is an older model.
I've been looking for a source for used parts, like maybe a junkyard. No Husky dealer I've contacted has heard of such a thing. Odd. What happens to old mowers?
Gil for the seat if it were mine I would try to bend those 2 locking tabs down some so they will catch better, when you pulled up the handle it looked like there was enough space to clear but check it for clearance.
Yeah I havent messed with it yet but that is where i will start. Thanks for the info and for watching!
***** looks like the bronze washer on the left of the seat.....there should be another on the right side, my mower has 2 and not had an issue with the seat adjustment..
I only have one. Husqvarna can't afford to supply two!
Wait for the damp grass to collect on the deck below and around the pulley recesses and rot the deck. The powder coating on mine was useless.
The alloy shaft housings break, Husqvarna cannot keep up supplying replacements which you have to pay for, waiting 4 weeks already and still not arrived.
These are not like the concrete saws they make!
My mower blew the valve cover gasket and i traced it to buildup on top of the mower deck being so severe is caused the pulleys to lock up and the mower was only turning the deck at 3/4 full speed. Pathetic deck design. Theres a lip under the deck up front that grass sticks to and cakes up. I pressure washed the entire thing top and bottom and its good as new but i was dissapointed to see rust and paint gone already..
+The Gilly McGee Show! the 54 inch deck is in the husqvarna garden tractors and in the craftsman yt4500 aswell as their garden tractors
Here’s a question for you! I have a YTA 24V48, which I bought in 2016. I’ve never had a problem until this year when I go up an incline and it will stop. The engine doesn’t seem to lose power at all. However, when I let go of the throttle and press it down again, it will go ahead. I usually have to do that two or three times going up my driveway. Any suggestions? I was told it could be my transmission belt.
Check your drive belt.
Not that you should have to do this, but you can take a pen-style flashlight and touch it to the tank, it'll show you the level way easier.
I went over something that was probably too tall vitamin A thick weed or a small tree. The motor stopped and it won't idle. When I let off the clutch break it dies when I try to engage the blade it dies. I think something is just stuck in there. Looking for advice... Thank you for your videos.
godis obviously he is not around you !!! Get off the mower and look under the deck and also look at the belts, something may be jammed up in there !!!! DUUUUUHH!!!!!!!
Does your seat spin too? Mine does - it's one that doesn't have the arm rests. Didn't even think of it being able to go forward and back to adjust lol I'll have to give it a look!
Rod or piston gave out on the 18 hp engine. Going to rebuild the kawasaki engine that's in it once this snow goes away and it gets a bit warmer out. Oh I have over 3000 hours on it!
I think you're missing 2 of 3 screws on the bottom on the seat. That might be why the seat is slipping.
"Bustin your valuables"
Take the tractor to a service dept. and they'll "adjust" those teeth or other parts of the seat. :) Thanks for the review. If you're wearing boots, you might hook your heal on the gas pedal and pull it toward you. Wouldn't that simulate pushing down on the reverse pedal? Not the greatest way to do it, but I thought it would be something to think about. :D
Stephen Smith Yes, that works. I have to do that to mine.
+Daniel Craft My John Deere is the same way and that's exactly what I do. I'm looking into buying a Husqvarna. My Deere won't go into forward or reverse after sitting the winter out, nor does the seat sensor switch work. Any connection that one is causing the other????
That concept of the pedal for forward and reverse is on all new mowers, it'd be hard to find a mower without a hydrostatic.
Kevin Coates WRONG !!!!! There are THREE transmissions offered on riding mowers, first is the manual gear trans, usually on just the cheapest mowers, Second is the AUTOMATIC, which is a belt trans like a snowmobile, third is the Hydrostatic transmission. Know what you are buying !!!! Manual is obvious, gears and a clutch. The Automatic, be careful as that is a cheap auto type trans, in Husqvarna models it is the third letter, YTA...yard tractor, AUTOMATIC.. or YTH Yard Tractor HYGROSTATIC...... be informed. Check either Lowes or HD on their riding Mowers and IF you see the word Manual or Automatic or Hydrostatic that tells you what trans it has !!! ALL mowers and levels thereof are NOT the same !!!
If that is Bermuda grass you are cutting in the wet???Well good luck. That is like steel wool. You ever try to hit a club through that in the rough? Bermuda Grass = Rotary Machine. Take a screw driver and fix the tabs on the seat. Was never set right the first time or defective from setup. Easy fix. Fuel line. Well that happens to everyone. Plus you got the INTEK motor which is the cheapest from Briggs. Glad you like the seat. And it looks like your getting a hell of a workout to require a sports drink while cutting or sitting on your BUTT! These guys at Husq make a great machine for the dollar.
If you run into problems were your durection pedle sticks ill save you 6 hours of takimg it apart look for the v drive belt in the rear they have black plastic covers. The rear one can be loobed thew a hole in the rear hitch plate the front can be loobed threw the right rear tire
Got a 42" D110 John Deere, had it 2 years now and cant fault it.
As far as cutting grass when wet, the booklet that comes with the mower even tells you not to cut wet grass. This mower throws so much grass at such a high rate of speed, when the grass is wet, the chute can't handle the balled up mess. Cut only when grass is dry. Plus, if you cut grass when wet, your deck will rust sooner and makes cleaning deck too hard.
SuperOlderFart My 30 year old John Deere will load up also if I cut the grass wet. If I'm mowing when wet, I raise the discharge flap which will allow the grass to discharge without any resistance. Works like a breeze.