Arnold OEM-190-833 Fast Attach 46-Inch Snow Blade

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Arnold OEM-190-833 Fast Attach 46-Inch Snow Blade Feature

• Dozer blade fits all MTD lawn and garden tractors (except MTD/Yard-Man Revolution 2001 and after)
• Quick-change angle adjustment from straight ahead to 30 degrees left or right
• Spring-loaded blade return protects the blade and tractor
• Adjustable skid shoes allow blade height to be set 2 inches above ground level
• No tools required; skid shoes and scraper blade are easily replaceable

Arnold OEM-190-833 Fast Attach 46-Inch Snow Blade Overview

The Arnold Fast 46-inch attach dozer blade fits all MTD lawn and garden tractors (except MTD/Yard-Man Revolution 2001 and after) with no other tools required. This blade features a quick-change angle adjustment from straight ahead to 30 degrees left or right. The adjustable skid shoes allow blade height to be set 2 inches above ground level. The skid shoes and scraper blade are easily replaceable. The spring-loaded blade return protects the blade and tractor. For maximum efficiency, use this dozer blade with tire chains and wheel weights.

Arnold OEM-190-833 Fast Attach 46-Inch Snow Blade Specifications

The Arnold Fast 46-inch attach dozer blade fits all MTD lawn and garden tractors (except MTD/Yard-Man Revolution 2001 and after) with no other tools required. This blade features a quick-change angle adjustment from straight ahead to 30 degrees left or right. The adjustable skid shoes allow blade height to be set 2 inches above ground level. The skid shoes and scraper blade are easily replaceable. The spring-loaded blade return protects the blade and tractor. For maximum efficiency, use this dozer blade with tire chains and wheel weights.

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Antique Garden Tractors and Their Uses

Antique garden tractors are still being used today. Whether you want an antique tractor as a collector's item or an addition to your farm equipment arsenal, there are plenty out there in mint condition. Antique tractors are virtually free when they are no longer working or when their exterior is worn out. You can earn money from them, though, by making them run again, or by restoring their natural beauty. Antique tractors are simply a touchstone we use to understand and find our place in history, in our own lives and within the greater community of mankind. In this regard, antique tractors are no longer an end, but a means of providing greater understanding and appreciation of the history our forebears created.

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Antique garden tractors are primarily mowing machines, powered by ten to twenty horsepower air-cooled gas engines, although a few are available with diesel power. The larger models have hydraulic rockshafts, auxiliary hydraulics for snow blades and throwers, category "0" three-point hitches, and rear PTOs. Garden tractors are designed to be strong enough for use with plows, tillers, snow blowers, etc. Garden tractors are versatile pieces of equipment. It can do a slew of jobs as mowing, tilling, lawn rolling, lamppost hole digging, and many other jobs.

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Garden tractors are designed to use many different attachments and have the ability to mow your lawn. Lawn Tractors are designed for one thing and that thing is mow. Garden tractors are excluded. Tractors per 1000 Hectares of Cropland are calculated by WRI by dividing the number of tractors in use by the total hectares of arable and permanent cropland. Garden tractors aren't cheap, but well worth the investment. You will pay between ,500 and ,000 depending on the model you purchase.

Antique Garden tractors are generally capable of mounting other implements such as harrows, cultivators/rotavators, sweepers, rollers and dozer-blades. Like ride-on mowers, garden tractors generally have a horizontally mounted engine with a belt-drive to a transaxle-type transmission (usually of 4- or 5-speeds, although some may also have two-speed reduction gearboxes or hydraulic gearboxes). Garden tractors are the most versatile riding mowers. They offer the capability to pull wagons, aerators and many other attachments. Garden tractors are designed to be used once a week, and designed for other uses as well. Attempting to use a garden tractor for commercial use will work, for a while but the tractor will need replaced after the first season or two.

Lawn and garden tractors can also be fitted with a wide range of attachments to turn your tractor into a multi-purpose riding machine. Attach a front blade to clear soil, leaves or other debris, turn it into a snow blower with another attachment or hitch up a trailer to move small loads. Lawn mowers are the essential tool for any gardening enthusiast. With our range of products, taking care of your lawn can be satisfying and fun. Lawn tractors can be a timesaver, but they also take up a lot of room, cost a lot, and pollute. They may also be difficult to repair if they break down, unless you have some way of bringing it to a repair shop.

Antique Garden Tractors and Their Uses

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5/8 X 90" Premium Belt. Replacement Belt for 174368 Used on Craftsman, Poulan, Ayp, and Husqvarna Feature

• 5/8 X90" Premium Rotary Belt

5/8 X 90" Premium Belt. Replacement Belt for 174368 Used on Craftsman, Poulan, Ayp, and Husqvarna Overview

Aftermarket Belt the same size as the stock #'s mentioned at considerably less cost than the OEM belt. Use on 48" 3 blade deck. The protective cover is made of a synthetic rubber compound having excellent resistance to heat, oil and abrasion. This is the primary belt, the one that goes from the deck to the pulley on the engine.

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Background on Ride on Mowers

Ride on mowers usually expel the cut grass from the side or the rear. A lot of mowers also have the ability to attach a grass catcher allowing the user to gather all the cutting and remove it from the lawn area. Others have a mulching blade which basically cuts the grass again and again within the mechanics of the mower. This happens until the grass is quite fine and then the fine clippings are deposited back onto the lawn. The advantage for this is that it is a good natural fertiliser for the lawn and adds back into the soil a lot of nitrogen. It's also convenient as the user doesn't have to worry about removing the cut grass from the lawn, which can create problems.

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The blades on a ride on mower can spin at up to 3600 rpm.

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Types

There are several types of ride on mower available on the market. A lot of basic ride on mowers have additional kit that can be purchased (called mulching plates) that covers the opening that the grass cuttings come out of. This means the grass is left in the cutting area for longer, therefore transforming the mower into a mulching mower.

2 in 1 ride on mowers have grass collection/side discharge and mulching and 3 in 1 ride on mowers have grass collection, mulching and side discharge. These mulching and bagging mowers are better suited to lawns that don't have long grass or thick weeds.

Ride on mowers usually have a deck made of steel, and the thicker the steel the more durable (and expensive) the model will be. The most expensive is aluminium which doesn't rust and most electric mowers have usually made of thick plastic.

Over the years mowers have become more advanced and now rear-sweeper mowers exist. These have been specifically designed for the conditions found within the UK, i.e. wetter grass! These try to solve the problem of side-mounted collection tubes being blocked by wet grass.

Most ride on mowers have two main drives. The commonest drive is standard (manual) transmission in which the operator uses a clutch to change gears. The more expensive transmission type is the hydrostatic transmission where the operator can change easily through an infinite number of gear ratios. These are typically easier to use and can transmit more power to the wheels of the mower. Because of the expense the manufacturers of ride on mowers have invested a fair amount of money to find a cheaper alternative to the hydrostatic transmission (using things like variable belt types) but so far nobody has found an alternative that has made it in the market. A third and less common type of drive is electric, and this is more expensive still.

Additional Accessories

Because of the nature of ride on mowers manufacturers have been keen to up-sell various accessories that can be fitted - these include rotary tillers, snow ploughs, vacuums or forklift tines.

Tractors

Sometimes a ride on mower still isn't enough - professional groundsmen looking after huge areas of grass will normally need to use a tractor with an attachment being pulled behind. These can either have rotating blades (like that of a rotary mower) or cylindrical blades. For a cleaner cut you will need the cylinder blades as these cut like scissors, unlike rotary blades that simply cut like a sythe. Some of these mowers can mow up to 70 acres in an 8-hour day and can reach almost 4m in width.

Background on Ride on Mowers

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American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit Feature

• Reel mower sharpening kit keeps reel blades in top cutting form
• Cuts down on mowing time; environmentally-friendly
• Do-it-yourself kit allows users to sharpen their own mowers at home
• Includes grinding compound, application brush, and back-lapping crank
• Designed for use with 1705-16 and 1815-18 push mowers

American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit Overview

The American Lawn Mower Company reel mower sharpening kit is an easy way to keep reel blades in top cutting form. This do-it-yourself kit allows users to sharpen their own mowers at home. The kit contains everything you need for safe and effective sharpening, including a detailed instruction manual, grinding compound, application brush, and a special back-lapping crank. The kits is designed for use with 1705-16 and 1815-18 push mowers. Cutting down on mowing time, this sharpening kits gives you an environmentally-friendly, perfectly cut lawn.

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Choosing the Right Riding Lawn Mower

Landscape companies around the country have made it common practice to use riding lawn mowers in their businesses. Riding mowers are also becoming more popular for residential home owners as well. Compared to manual push mowers, riding lawn mowers have made it easier for home owners to take care of their yard. The question is, what are the best riding lawn mowers?

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If your lawn is larger than a half-acre, a riding lawn mower would be your optimal choice. When choosing the right riding mower, what you should pay attention to the most is the front cutting deck. The front cutting deck is a covering that houses the cutting blade. The longer the cutting deck, the larger the cutting blade. The larger the cutting blade, the greater amount of cut grass. Hence, if you have a huge lawn, then you would want to choose a mower with a longer cutting deck to speed up your cutting time.

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It is much quicker to cut your lawn with a riding mower. Riding mowers are also better for those individuals with health issues because there is much less manual labor involved. Riding lawn mowers can also serve other purposes such as being used as a snow plow or a small trailer.

Riding lawn mowers should not be confused with gardening or lawn tractors. The big difference is that riding tractors have cutting decks mounted in the middle rather than the front. Because of this, riding tractors are much less maneuverable.

Electric vs. Gas Powered

Just like automobiles, there are both gas and electrically powered riding lawn mowers. If you purchase an electric mower, you always need to make sure that the battery is fully charged before using. Electric mowers are also quieter and more environmentally friendly. On the negative side, since the mower runs on a battery, there is always the concern that the battery will drain before the job is complete. Price-wise, electric mowers can be quite expensive.

Gas powered mowers are more efficient than electric mowers. Gas mowers also expend less energy. Gas mowers handle wet conditions much better than electric mowers. Gas mowers are much less expensive.

Each type of mower has its advantages and disadvantages. When trying to determine which type of mower to purchase, you must weigh the environmental advantage against the efficiency advantage.

Bells & Whistles

Riding lawn mowers for sale have kept pace with the automobile as far as bells and whistles are concerned. Riding mowers can come equipped with accessories such as cup holders, cruise control, sun shades and even CD players.

Maintaining Your Mower Regardless of if you purchase a gas or electric mower, you will always want to keep it well maintained. The most important thing you will need to do is keep the blades sharpened. Your lawn will look much nicer with a sharper blade. Dull blades will give your lawn a raggedy, uneven look.

Similar to a car, low tire pressure can negatively affect the performance of riding lawn mower. Low tire pressure will cause the mower to use more gas or battery power while in use. However, you do not want to over-inflate your tires either. Over-inflated tires could burst when running over something sharp such as glass or a sharp stone.

You should regularly clean the rider and engine compartment before each use. Your goal is to clean out any debris that may have built up from the last use. Check the air filter as well because dust and debris will build up over time which will cause airflow problems. Airflow problems will eventually lead to efficiency problems.

Always keep an eye on your oil level. Just like an automobile, if the engine runs low on oil, the engine may seize up. If the engine seizes up, it may ruin the motor and require you to replace it. Always change the oil every 50 hours of use or before the beginning of every season.

Finally, you should keep an eye on the battery and cables. Eliminate any corrosion if it starts to build up by using a damp rag. Corrosion can build up due to acid leaks from the battery.

Cautions and Dangers

Since riding mowers are larger than manual mowers, this makes them more dangerous to operate. In a study released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, common dangerous problems include mowers tipping over, riders falling off the seat and riders being run over by the mower.

Therefore, to fully protect yourself and your family, you should take the following precautions:

* Always read the owner's manual first

* Do not let kids operate the mower

* Test ride the mower before turning on the blade

* Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in the blades

* Do not carry other passengers

* Always clean the lawn first to make sure you won't run over something that will send a dangerous item airborne

* Properly maintain the mower and get it serviced regularly

* Shut the mower off before trying to make any repairs

* Don't try to operate the mower if you are not in the driver's seat

* Don't put gas in the tank while the engine is running

* Shut off the blade when you are riding on sidewalks, the driveway or gravel areas

Riding Lawn Mowers - Conclusion

Choosing the right riding lawn mower can be a very difficult decision. In the end, the factors that will influence you the most will be price and safety. Bells and whistles are nice but certainly unnecessary. Always read product descriptions, consumer reports and customer reviews very carefully before purchasing any riding lawn mower.

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How to Choose a Tractor

Finding the best tractor that suits your needs can be easier than you might think. Here are a few simple steps to follow as you look at tractors

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You first need to determine your needs and figure out what you need your tractor to do. Do you have an acre or two that needs mowed once or twice a week, or do you need a tractor for mowing, towing, snow plowing, carrying items, gardening or harvesting fields? Be sure to get enough tractor so that it will be able handle the attachments you are going to use

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Diesel or Gas?

Do you need a gasoline or diesel powered tractor? For most residential, mowing applications gasoline powered tractors are the way to go. If you have more than five acres and plan on doing some plowing, hauling, heavier mowing and adding any attachments then diesel is probably the tractor of choice.

Lawn Tractors

Lets look first at your average lawn mower. Something that will be pretty much be used for mowing and nothing else. Your average "lawn tractor" can range anywhere from 00 - 00 and range from 15HP- 25HP with gasoline engines. Good reliable used lawn mowers can be purchase from a few hundred dollars up to 00 depending on age and condition. Some of the higher HP model lawn tractors can also be used for occasional snow plowing and other heavier tasks but are best suited for mowing with or without a grass catcher and pulling a cart. Most all lawn tractors are belt driven with limited parts availability and are designed to last a short period of time.

Garden Tractors & Compact Tractors

Next lets look at property owners that have 3 - 15 acres and the need for plowing, gardening, mowing, cutting and loading. In my opinion we have two classes of tractor we can look at here. You can consider a "garden tractor" or a "compact tractor". A garden tractor is a tractor that is really a lawn tractor with a heavier built to it and with the capability of some attachments like a tiller, a blade, snowblower and larger mower decks (usually 54in - 60in decks). Most garden tractors are also shaft driven and can last for many years if properly maintained and not pushed beyond their limits. They can be gasoline or diesel. They usually sell new for 00 - 000 with a mowing deck,and can be purchased used for 00 - 00 depending on condition.

My personal recommendation for this scenario would be a "compact tractor". A compact tractor is basically a miniature tractor with full size tractor capabilities such as mowing, cutting, loading, digging, tilling, plowing and hauling. They have diesel engines ranging in size from 15HP - 30HP. Most of them have full hydraulics, 4WD, mid and rear PTO's, high and low range, roll over protection and are built to work. They have a life expectancy of up to 30 plus years if properly maintained. Parts are readily available. These compact tractors can handle many implements like large belly mowers up to 72in., rear mowers, tillers, blades, loaders, plows, backhoes, sweepers and more. The reliability of these tractors makes for a great used tractor. A new compact tractor with a mower can range from 000 - 000, depending on the size and model. Great used compact tractors can be found for as low as 00.

Farm Tractors

If farming is in your future and you have many acres to tend to, you are best advised to consult with a dealer or fellow farmer before making a purchase. There are many, many choices when it comes to large tractors and farming equipment and it is best to make sure you get the right equipment the first time as these tractors can be a very large investment. Once you have the specifics you need, then search for a new or used tractor that will meet your exact needs for HP, and capabilities.

Pricing

Before you get sticker shock, realize that tractor purchases are long term commitments and that with proper maintenance and use they can last for 30 years or more. When you consider the life span and work they do, the prices will seem reasonable.

Attachments can also seem expensive as well. A loader for example will cost 00 - 00. A simple blade can run 0 - 0.

Once you have a tractor and some attachments, you'll wonder how you ever did without them. I remember when I purchased my compact Kubota several years ago. I took my wife with me and I bought a 60in mower and a loader with it. When my wife saw the price she about died! Since we've owned it, she has on many occasion told me that it has been such a great thing to have. We only have 5 acres but get so much use from the loader. I don't know what we ever did without it!

Gray Market Tractors

Because good used tractors are so reliable, there is a high demand and a relatively low supply of them and good used tractors sell very quickly. A tempting way of saving money is buying an "off-brand" tractor or a gray market tractor. These are usually imported machines designed for use in other markets, being sold semi-legally here. While they can be much cheaper than standard tractors, there are a couple of significant drawbacks.

One is that the PTO systems are not always compatible with US standards. Many of them do not have a mid PTO which is needed if you want a belly mower. A second issue is parts availability. It can be difficult or impossible to find replacement parts here if it's a model designed for use in other markets.

What ever you do, make sure you buy a tractor that will do what you need it to. The worst thing you can do is to push the equipment beyond it capabilities. It not only significantly shortens the life span but can be dangerous as well.

Before making your purchase, do your research. Check with other owners, dealers, web forums and manufactures sites for information. When your ready to make the purchase be sure to check here with Tractor Shopper for deals on your next new or used tractor!

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Nelson 1865 Raintrain Traveling Sprinkler

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Nelson 1865 Raintrain Traveling Sprinkler Feature

• Traveling wheeled lawn sprinkler; travels along length of attached 5/8-inch hose
• Adjustable rotary spray arms; 2 speeds; auto shut-off ramp to stop sprinkler operation
• Rustproof c-iron construction; chip-resistant, powder-coat paint; assembly required
• Includes 1 sprinkler, shut-off ramp; hose not included
• 18.1-pounds; 2-year warranty

Nelson 1865 Raintrain Traveling Sprinkler Overview

NELSON RAIN TRAIN TRAVEL SPRINKLER *Covers up to 13500 square feet *Travels up to 200 feet *Propels across the lawn following the pattern you lay out with the hose *Equipped with 3 speed settings *Designed to automatically shut off at any given point along your hose track *Ideal for medium to large lawns *Cast iron body with chip resistant powder-coat paint

Nelson 1865 Raintrain Traveling Sprinkler Specifications

While an automatic sprinkling system certainly ensures greener grass and nurtured flowerbeds during the sweltering days of summer, not every household comes equipped with such a system and they can be downright expensive to install. Historically, the alternative to the built-in sprinkler system has involved setting up a hose and sprinkler and then manually relocating the water source to several strategic locations every thirty minutes for several hours. Despite all the detail and time this manual system receives, the sprinkler never quite makes contact with certain patches. Likewise, swamping also occurs at times because homeowners generally have more important things to worry about than whether it is time to switch the sprinkler. Luckily, the folks at LR Nelson are employed to worry about finding comprehensive watering methods for busy homeowners who don't have the means, time, or desire to dig up the yard to install and intricate system of sprinkler pipes. Responsible for a bevy of creative lawn care solutions, the Peoria, Illinois outfit introduce this ingenious Raintrain traveling sprinkler.

With a rustproof cast iron construction, the sprinkler waters up to 13, 500 square feet, though covering a lesser area of 11,9000 square feet ensures more effective performance. The sprinkler arms adjust for varied spray patterns and arcs, throwing water from 15 to 56 feet. The sprinkler waters as it travels along a hose on a preset route, much like an electric model train, except with a hose as the rails. To water, the homeowner lays out the hose as desired, taking care to avoid dramatic corners or turnabouts that may result in hose kinks or a derailed sprinkler. A front wheel runs on the hose with the two traction-ready rear wheels bestride. The hose connects to the posterior of the sprinkler. For the best results, LR Nelson recommends a 5/8-inch hose, though a 1/2-inch hose may suffice, up to 200 feet in length. For sprinkling termination, the user places a shut-off ramp on the hose to lift the sprinkler off its "rails," while simultaneous stopping operation. The shut-off ramp should be installed with at least five feet of hose between it and the spigot. The traveling sprinkler operates at two motor speeds, high and low. On high power, the sprinkler travels approximately 37 feet per hour, with a 1/4-inch water application. On low power, the sprinkler moves at a 21 feet per hour rate with a 1/2-inch water application. The simple installation requires no tools. The sprinkler weighs 18.1 pounds upon shipping. --Jessica Reuling

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Oregon 95-900 96-900 21-Inch Gator Mulcher 3-N-1 Lawn Mower Blade For AYP/Poulan

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Oregon 95-900 96-900 21-Inch Gator Mulcher 3-N-1 Lawn Mower Blade For AYP/Poulan Feature

• Replaces OEM No. 138971, 138498, 127843, 138498, 131323, 138791
• Blade length (measured diagonally): 21-inch
• Blade width 2.5-inch
• Blade center hole diameter 0.630-inch Star Shaped
• Width: 2.50in. And Thickness: .187in.

Oregon 95-900 96-900 21-Inch Gator Mulcher 3-N-1 Lawn Mower Blade For AYP/Poulan Overview

Mulch and mow at the same time, eliminating the need to bag! Blade features R50 blade hardness to extend blade life and stay sharper longer. Extended cutting length improves cutting efficiency and speed. Computer robotic straightened for efficient cutting and better blade performance. Powder-coat finish. Limited lifetime warranty. U.S.A.

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