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sperry 2008-04-20 06:37 PM

FWD sucks, I shoulda bought a Honda...
 
...yes, you read that right.

I just picked up a Toro lawnmower, and the damn thing is FWD!!? I really wanted the base-model Honda mower, but it was $100 more than the mid-range Toro I got, and I don't have enough lawn to justify that much $$ on a mower.

I didn't think the FWD would bother me, but it's friggen weird to lose traction when you push down to turn. Plus it's harder to turn while moving. It's actually very much like FWD vs RWD cars. :lol:

Nick Koan 2008-04-20 07:17 PM

I, myself, may go for the no-wheel drive version. Considering I have about 1 to 2 square inches of front lawn.

ShawnS 2008-04-20 11:49 PM

RWD is the way to go. The ability to drift around my trees makes cutting my lawn a snap.

JonnydaJibba 2008-04-21 03:26 PM

Hey you get saweet gas mileage though yeah?

sperry 2008-04-21 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonnydaJibba (Post 117387)
Hey you get saweet gas mileage though yeah?

I guess, but I'm running $6.50/gal 100 octane in the mower. :lol:

Kevin M 2008-04-21 04:32 PM

Did you crank up the boost and/or advance the timing at least?

Kunikos 2008-04-21 04:39 PM

Oh, fudge. I was supposed to pick up a lawn mower on my lunch today and I totally forgot. :oops:

:?: I'm debating whether to go with an electric mower or just a push-mower (like Nick mentioned). My lawn isn't that big but a non-push one I could use for more years if we move into a real house (or another rental house).


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