48" lesco WB

[JCee]

Ok I am close to getting started. Me and a coworker are starting a side lawn business and are close to starting. Just got a phone line yesterday, and flier's will go out either tomorrow or the next day.
We already have a 36" Lesco WB. My question is what do I need for the 2nd mower. I know that it matters what/where/how many lawns you will be doing, but lets base it on a business that will grow fairly fast with differing lawns.
I am interested in the 48" Lesco Hydro Floating deck ($3699). How is this mower (durability, cutting, etc?). also the 52 inch is 200 bucks more, just go with that? Or being a business that will grow should I spend the extra couple thousand on a ZTR. 48" (5799). I just dont want to get a WB now and sell it in a year because I need the rider.
Thanks for responses. the 48 inch Lesco Hydro Floating deck is tops on my list now so any reviews will be appreciated. Thanks

[Dstosh]

My 48 float deck hydro, is pretty good, sometimes it bottoms out, and it is a little top heavy. Where are you in new york? I dont think you can go wrong with lesco for the price. Good luck

[daveintoledo]

great mower for the price, but just a thought how many clients are you going to get with 4 to 6 weeks left in the mowing season......maybe some fall cleanups.....

[JCee]

Thanks for the responses. I am in the Albany Area of NY. Yes, it is a tough time to get into the business, and yes I am planning on doing mostly fall clean ups for this year. I have a few family/friend start up accounts, and am hoping to maybe get some accounts in the area around them by being around and talking to neighbors. Hopefully if I do the fall cleanups, I can possibly persuade them for lawn care next year.
Also I just made a quick website for my LCO. It is http://residentiallawncare.tripod.com. Check it out and let me know what you guys think. Any other opinions on lesco or the rider question please let me know.

JCEE