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rr man
Aug 6, 2013, 02:13 PM
I am trying to find a riding lawn mower that doesn't require use of left foot for clutch or brake, etc. I had a stroke and have limited use of left foot. I'm looking for a mower that has a steering wheel, not the zero turn lever type. Does anybody know what brand or manufacturer might make this type mower?

joypulv
Aug 6, 2013, 02:28 PM
I have a John Deere X300 and don't use the left pedal, which is the 'mower lift' for high grasses.
It's an expensive mower but worth it. It has a steering wheel.
You still have to clean around the belts on top of the deck, which get clogged with grass. I took off the shields and left them off, because it was a pain to keep putting them back on, and all they do is keep your feet safe from the spinning pullies - but the engine cuts right off if you lift your butt off the seat even a tiny bit, so I don't see the problem, unless you have a child or pet who might try to jump on.
I use a stick or something to clean the deck top.
You can clean under the deck by attaching a garden hose to the top and run the engine.
You still need to do maintenance once a year, underneath. Taking the deck off isn't trivial, but you can slant it.
This isn't a mower you can just tip over.
I have 2.5-3 steep acres to mow. You might get away with a smaller model.
Oh, and demand the Kawasaki engine, not the Briggs and Stratton. They won't mention it if you don't ask.

rr man
Aug 6, 2013, 05:10 PM
Thanks for your response, I'll look into the John Deere mowers. And I'll be sure and ask for the Kawasaki engine also. Thanks again.