Need Lawnmowing Advice...
Hi All!
I just recently purchased a Craftsman 18.5 hp 42in. Deck riding lawn mower/tractor. It has a Briggs and Stratton Intek plus OHV engine. It has a 12 gauge deck with twin hi-life blades also. I have used it twice since I got it a few weeks ago and have found some problems when cutting my grass with it. It has a wheel in the back of the deck on each side which is supposed to help when cutting on slopes or hilly areas. My yard slopes a good bit and I have been experiencing some scalping in some places of my yard. I tried setting the mower to a lower speed but that does not help. I only have the blade on level 4 which is even higher than the recommended for burmuda grass, which is what I have in my front yard. When I cut over the slopes and certain areas in my yard, the blade cuts too short and leaves patchy brown spots. I am not sure what else I can try to fix this. I have fescue in my back yard and do not have this problem there. Anyone know what else I can try, or have any input on it... that would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
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