Ohio Lawn thread

[KGR landscapeing]

not 2 worry the courts will set it right with the kids youll get your just do time with them. Your buddy doesnt know golden rule you dont date friends XS sounds like you need 2 light him up like a lamp

I mean chad the dude is a bottom feeder if hes gotta go for his buddys ex. I mean look at what she did to him what do you think shes gonna do to his buddy. shes a man eater

[joe the lawn guy]

not 2 worry the courts will set it right with the kids youll get your just do time with them. Your buddy doesnt know golden rule you dont date friends XS sounds like you need 2 light him up like a lamp

i dont have him as a friend any more man we had kids. if not i would have been cool

[joe the lawn guy]

I mean chad the dude is a bottom feeder if hes gotta go for his buddys ex. I mean look at what she did to him what do you think shes gonna do to his buddy. shes a man eater

i'm not looking to bash her she will always be my sons mom. thax tho

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well what a boring day now,lol. Edged a few beds and trimmed up some trees at my mom in law's house :rolleyes:

[joe the lawn guy]

i hauled 20 ton of flage stone. love the poor old truck.:weightlifter:only took 5 trips.

[Travis E]

Picked up a new lawn today, but don't start mowing it untill july but i'm still happy. Up to 10 now.

[Travis E]

brock, you may be interested in this... http://cgi.ebay.com/NICE-STIHL-KM110R-KOMBIMOTOR-WITH-EDGER-ATTACHMENT_W0QQitemZ190225135857QQihZ009QQcategoryZ71266QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey felas how is everyone holiday going? Went fishing with the family and in laws. No rain or storms YET.

Hey here are some pics of those chute blockers 1st and 3rd pic is made by trimmer trap 2nd pic is made by trac vac. They work well I have noticed time saved through out the routes daily.

[Travis E]

does the grass clump on the right side when its down?

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Yes but very little when it is dry you dont want to be right next to the bed or area you dont want grass to fly. There is some that comes out

[Travis E]

got a pretty good idea off of another site so i should try to make one this week. I'll put holes in mine though, maybe will help clumping

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Not to sound like a poor ass or ghetto, but does anyone get any of their work pants or shorts at the thrift stores? I went and got 2 nice pairs of abercrombie shorts, with the tags and a pair of old navy shorts for 4 dollars. That is a heck of a deal if you ask me:)

[KGR landscapeing]

Not to sound like a poor ass or ghetto, but does anyone get any of their work pants or shorts at the thrift stores? I went and got 2 nice pairs of abercrombie shorts, with the tags and a pair of old navy shorts for 4 dollars. That is a heck of a deal if you ask me:)

i dont wear shorts:hammerhead: enless i am running and being sick has limited that i wear lee jeans or wrangler but i am gonna have to go to all wrangler the lees just cant take it

[JAX76CJ]

I go to the Thrift store for pants sometimes. I wear BDU and ACU ("Army Fatigue") Pants. They're comfortable, have 6 pockets, durable, tie at the bottom, and you can cut them off and make them shorts if you get holes in the knees. They make GREAT shorts.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Chris, I have 2 pair of the BDU shorts too, LOL. They do have a ton of pockets in them. I will sometimes forget which pocket something is in, lol:laugh:

Well today was an easy day. Cut a little bit and that was all. Could have cut ahead, but said screw it

[Paradise Landscapes]

paradise did u ever get some pics taken of your truck? and who did it

Nobody yet.

[born2farm]

hows it goin guys. no mowing today got some stuff to get dont tommorrow.

im goin to an auction saturday to look at a JD 54in walk behind. any thing i should check out on these mowers before i purchase one?

[born2farm]

brock i have 6 open spots to hire people for full time thou and plowing.

if you were only closer lol

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Hey Brock, if you do get that JD 54" let me know. If it has the old crank up style deck that is yellow with a 16-17 hp kawi, I have manuals for that. I would glady send them to you, free, since I have absolutely no use for them. I had an older 48" JD walkbehind

[born2farm]

thanks tom. how did you like the 48in? this mower is bigger then what i really need but for teh right price i could always use it for trading material or bigger yards.

[Paradise Landscapes]

Far as pants, I wear wranglers. They are the best jeans out there, But, sometimes I'll wear my EMT BDU's there are just as durrable as wranglers.

Sydenstricker, Did you see the Zipper BDU's that are long pants that unzip to become shorts? I think they're great for little chilly mornings- to- warm afternoons.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Brock, it was a great mower. I started out with it an was great. Beat the total snot out of it, and dropped it out of the back of my truck 3 times, lol. Didnt bend or break, and cut pretty well. Made me some very, very good money for very cheap. If I remember right, I paid 200 bucks for it back in 1999.

Paradise, I had a pair of shorts similar to that. Lost the bottom part, so they just became shorts. I wear Wrangler and Levi's. Those have help up the longest in this line of work. Carhartt is always very good too!!!!

[JAX76CJ]

I only use Standard Issue BDUs (I have Police Blue and Black as well). I don't like the "Zip-Off" ones. They're flimsy and don't tie at the bottom. Tom, I also LOVE Carhart. I have the Artic (Insulated) Bibs, and Artic Coat. I SWEAR BY THEM! Nothing better for working outside in the Fall and Early Spring (Or days like today ;)... man, it was cold). I wear "Standard issue" ECWS (Extreme Cold Weather System) Pants for rain gear. Just the outer shell tho, it's made of Gore-Tex.... Which is nice, because you don't get too hot in the summer when it rains. I buy all of it on E-Bay, and in surplus stores that I find while traveling.

[JAX76CJ]

Man, I paid $4.13 per Gallon today for 46 Gallons! Let me know if anyone finds a bank to rob ;) JK. It's not that bad.... Yet!

[JAX76CJ]

We're moving right along so far this week. We raised the decks from 2.50"-2.75" to 2.75"-3.00" today for the "Dry" summer season (that's where they'll stay till late Oct.). It's nice, there's nothing to trim. :). Just Cut em, edge em, Blow, and go! We didn't work over the Holiday, so we were a day behind..... So far, we're on gaining a lil ground. By Friday we should be all caught up.

[CLARK LAWN]

hey paradise are you intreasted in a commercial account in niles

[Travis E]

It was a bad dad for me today.

First off, i load the trailer and go down the road about a mile to mow. I unloaded the Deere and started mowing the ditch part and i noticed that my left front tire looked weird...Completely flat. Took it home and put air in it and found a hole so i had to go up to the tire place and pay 7 bucks for a kid in my class to fix it which took him a whole 2 mins.

Got rained on when doing a mow job for a friend.

Then went to get gas in the truck, locked the nozle and sat in the truck looking at my phone, next think i hear is the sound of water falling. Nope, just the pump not shutting off automatically and gas pouring down the side of my truck:dizzy: then it didn't spit out a receipt so i went in and they gave me 3 bucks back which it probably didn't even spill that much.

And then also a important text message that took frieken 2 hours for me to receive with alltel.(long story about alltel that pizzed me off on monday too but its long lol)

And to top it all off, my fan in my laptop is taking a crap and is really loud.

Its been a long day!

[born2farm]

hey guys. what are some things i should check on used WB's before purchasing?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

I wear the military fatigues, a few of them were my dad's from desert storm (the first one, lol) They also double as hunting gear too. I have went to a few surplus stores, but that one in Ashtabula is overpriced, imo. Too bad that little one in Eastlake closed. I have the arctic coat, but wear unlined bibs. I just do the layer method, that way I can always be comfortable. I thought I would be smart and wear shorts today. Come to find out while riding the Z at Hardee's, I was so wrong. Had to run to the truck and put my bibs on. That cold wind blowing off rt.2 right there sucked!!! You cut your lawns that short?? I keep them at 3" till now, then 3.5-4 on some till September. The final cut is at 2"-2.5" I wish I did not have to weedwack, but dont have that luxury. Hopefully next month that will change. When it is nice and hot out, I dont do the rain gear thing. Pending where I am, the shirt comes off and just get soaked, lol. Otherwise I use that rubber style camo rain gear. Sux, but I stay dry, and it is cheap, so I dont feel bad when they get a hole. I just grab the duct tape and they are back to normal:laugh:

Travis, that does sound like a poop day. Time to invest in a plug kit and a little cigarette lighter air compressor. Saves a buttload of time on the job and keeps you in the field.

Brock, always first and foremost the engine. Make sure it isnt seized up. Check the oil, see if it is burnt, feel it with your fingers and make sure it isnt gritty. Check the trans to make sure it is in decent shape and works in all the gears. If it is hydro, check the oil and make sure it isnt burnt, has water in it, etc. Check the belts for breaks, cuts, abrasions, etc. Make sure the spindles arent shot, and the idler pulleys are good. And of course, make sure nothing is bent or broke or rusted out

[Travis E]

man i'm cutting high then...cutting my smaller lawns at 3.25 because it looks better and thats what i start all my lawns out at. Most of my other are 3.5 but at my house i'm up to 3.75 becuase its so thick.

Tom, i'm going to have him take one from the place for me, he has several of them because he has them at school to fix peoples tires for them.

[born2farm]

Brock, always first and foremost the engine. Make sure it isnt seized up. Check the oil, see if it is burnt, feel it with your fingers and make sure it isnt gritty. Check the trans to make sure it is in decent shape and works in all the gears. If it is hydro, check the oil and make sure it isnt burnt, has water in it, etc. Check the belts for breaks, cuts, abrasions, etc. Make sure the spindles arent shot, and the idler pulleys are good. And of course, make sure nothing is bent or broke or rusted out


thanks man i want to check it out good before i buy it. im hoping it will go cheap enough i can ditch my rider.lol

[hole in one lco]

thanks man i want to check it out good before i buy it. im hoping it will go cheap enough i can ditch my rider.lol

just dont over bid it

[jpp]

Well only worked a half a day on Monday so we have to play a little catch up today and on Wednesday. Did 25 today and for Weds we have 27 to do. Then we will be right back on schedule with our routes.

Started out hot today and then the cold front came through and the temps dropped like a rock. We had rain showers most of the day as well and that even made it colder out. I am just glad that the month of May is about done. Once June hits the craziness will slow down a little bit.

JP

[hole in one lco]

well had a good weekend the old lady got me a new camera 10mp youtube ready . I got myself kaw hedge trimmers 24 pack of miller lite so this could be a good night. the old lady says she aint old shes 27

[hole in one lco]

Well only worked a half a day on Monday so we have to play a little catch up today and on Wednesday. Did 25 today and for Weds we have 27 to do. Then we will be right back on schedule with our routes.

Started out hot today and then the cold front came through and the temps dropped like a rock. We had rain showers most of the day as well and that even made it colder out. I am just glad that the month of May is about done. Once June hits the craziness will slow down a little bit.

JP

dont feel bad i did pond maintenance no shirt shoulder deep in water all day

[jpp]

dont feel bad i did pond maintenance no shirt shoulder deep in water all day


Don't take this the wrong way, but you are one crazy guy to be doing that today. Hopefully it was in the morning. :waving:


JP

[hole in one lco]

Don't take this the wrong way, but you are one crazy guy to be doing that today. Hopefully it was in the morning. :waving:


JP

it was cold as balls all day in my neck of the woods crazy yes

[jpp]

it was cold as balls all day in my neck of the woods crazy yes

I am chilled to the bones just thinking about it.

[Polgar Landscaping]

Hey guys, some what new to lawnsite, and I read your thread alot. I work for a company part time, and we mow in Toledo.. Thought i would drop in and say hello, and share some pics of my equipment and some other randoms.. I also have a of of my old plow rig before i started in with my dad. I also threw me and my GF up, obviously i'm the goon on the Left...

[hole in one lco]

jp this is what i was sloshing around in all day. they had a hole in the copper pipe about 7 in from the top not fun

[jpp]

Kash, I would have needed scuba gear for that, since I am so short. :laugh::laugh::laugh:

[KGR landscapeing]

Hey guys, some what new to lawnsite, and I read your thread alot. I work for a company part time, and we mow in Toledo.. Thought i would drop in and say hello, and share some pics of my equipment and some other randoms.. I also have a of of my old plow rig before i started in with my dad. I also threw me and my GF up, obviously i'm the goon on the Left...

hmm nice gf cool stuff hows that 150 pull around the tractor

[hole in one lco]

Kash, I would have needed scuba gear for that, since I am so short. :laugh::laugh::laugh:

my guy didnt think it was that deep till he put the axe in and didnt touch bottom

[Polgar Landscaping]

Thanks, for the positive comment on my GF, I Love Her, The 150 handles her well little hard breaking and accelerating... That trailer not so much. It's pushing it, but it's much easier that using the tandem I have

[jpp]

my guy didnt think it was that deep till he put the axe in and didnt touch bottom

It doesn't look like it is that deep but after how you describe it I knew better.

[KGR landscapeing]

my guy didnt think it was that deep till he put the axe in and didnt touch bottom hey how are the kaw hedge trimmers i am gonna get a set i think

Thanks, for the positive comment on my GF, I Love Her, The 150 handles her well little hard breaking and accelerating... That trailer not so much. It's pushing it, but it's much easier that using the tandem I have

i drag all kinds of stuff with my 04 f150 and its a tank for what it is, it a joke compared to truck that got traded for it. my dad had a 2000 f350v10 that was a monster

[Polgar Landscaping]

Yeah, I love the truck, it even plows great too.. Just a little sag, nothing wrong with that...

[joe the lawn guy]

hay fellas, dont have much time but ya that dude dose have a hot g/f. keep her close man. not trying to bring you down mine just left :cry:well did good today got 26 done now its time to change blades. got 24 wednesday . & i have to fin my patio. at my house anyone wont to buy it ?? i'm moving just can't live here

[hole in one lco]

hey how are the kaw hedge trimmers i am gonna get a set i think



i drag all kinds of stuff with my 04 f150 and its a tank for what it is, it a joke compared to truck that got traded for it. my dad had a 2000 f350v10 that was a monster

well for 240 its the best money i spent so far. the guy told me 240 i said you got 3 he gave me them for 220 a piece. lighter then my old echo 150s

[Polgar Landscaping]

Hey man, sorry to hear about that, I love her so much, and hope to one day marry lol

[KGR landscapeing]

Hey man, sorry to hear about that, I love her so much, and hope to one day marry lol goodluck one day i might get there. i dont have to great of luck with girls.

well for 240 its the best money i spent so far. the guy told me 240 i said you got 3 he gave me them for 220 a piece. lighter then my old echo 150s haha heck ya cant beat that.
and that was my selling point my kaw trimmer is light and sweet. so i thought the hedge trimmer would be good too

[hole in one lco]

hay fellas, dont have much time but ya that dude dose have a hot g/f. keep her close man. not trying to bring you down mine just left :cry:well did good today got 26 done now its time to change blades. got 24 wednesday . & i have to fin my patio. at my house anyone wont to buy it ?? i'm moving just can't live here

im selling 2 400,000. had 1 offer for 250,000. told the guy2 go pound mines payed for so i can sit on it the old ladys looking for bigger im just looking for land 2 billed on

[hole in one lco]

goodluck one day i might get there. i dont have to great of luck with girls.

haha heck ya cant beat that.
and that was my selling point my kaw trimmer is light and sweet. so i thought the hedge trimmer would be good too

they are real happy guys seam 2 like them 2 echos are back ups now . gave 2 pair of the echos 2 a guy just starting out he was happy .

[Polgar Landscaping]

goodluck one day i might get there. i dont have to great of luck with girls.

haha heck ya cant beat that.
and that was my selling point my kaw trimmer is light and sweet. so i thought the hedge trimmer would be good too

She's the only one i've ever had, so I don't have great luck either, had some bad times.......

[hole in one lco]

ok guys i going 2 mess with some ppl on tagged

[joe the lawn guy]

goodluck one day i might get there. i dont have to great of luck with girls.

=

girls aren't easy if they are than u dont wont them. but i think i found out how to fix them. they always wont what they cant have so make yourself a jerk they love it :hammerhead::dizzy: go out have a good time call me i'll take you some where there is always a better fish !!!!!:laugh::laugh::laugh:

[joe the lawn guy]

sorry i feel good tonight whiskey makes me happy:cool2:

[Paradise Landscapes]

hey paradise are you intreasted in a commercial account in niles

Please Pm Me!

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well guys chopped some grass today. Everything was taking stripes very, very well. More cutting tomorrow

[Clapper&Company]

Mow today then took the buggy out tonight

[JAX76CJ]

Mow today then took the buggy out tonight

....Says Clapper in a voice much like "Chunk" from Goonies. ;)

[born2farm]

well cut the green stuff and made the green stuff today. long day. the rider aint cuttin rite so i finished the day of shoving the ole 21in around. my weedeater and blower are about ready to take a crap. hopefully they will finish the year out but who knows.

[jpp]

Well, we got caught up with everything today. I more day of cutting and I will be done for the week for lawn cuttings. Maybe just maybe I can clean up the trucks on Friday, change the blades, change the oil on mowers, and do a little more blade sharping. Oh yea, it is time to invoice the customers too. I love the end of the months and billing the customers.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Chris, did that fuel treatment help the truck at all?? It was good meeting you finally!!!:waving: We will have to hook up for a beer or two

[KGR landscapeing]

well cut the green stuff and made the green stuff today. long day. the rider aint cuttin rite so i finished the day of shoving the ole 21in around. my weedeater and blower are about ready to take a crap. hopefully they will finish the year out but who knows.

brock run better gas in your 2 stroke stuff. i am starting to run mine a little leaner now. But the other crew is using over 3 gallons of mix a week those 4 mix weedeaters drink gas.

[Travis E]

mowed some today, grass is sure slowing down here. Had to build a step off of a deck for a guy so that he can have a buddy from columbus come up and pavers this weekend, i hate deck work!

[KGR landscapeing]

mowed some today, grass is sure slowing down here. Had to build a step off of a deck for a guy so that he can have a buddy from columbus come up and pavers this weekend, i hate deck work!

why i can build whole decks in a couple hours with a nailer. thats if the posts r set and r square

[hole in one lco]

Chris, did that fuel treatment help the truck at all?? It was good meeting you finally!!!:waving: We will have to hook up for a beer or two

i get no no call for the meet

[Travis E]

why i can build whole decks in a couple hours with a nailer. thats if the posts r set and r square

I spent probaby 4 hours on a 6' two stet plus two 3" railings. I had to cut the risers and make sure the height was level though. still not done either, have to put the boards on the steps tomorrow

[KGR landscapeing]

I spent probaby 4 hours on a 6' two stet plus two 3" railings. I had to cut the risers and make sure the height was level though. still not done either, have to put the boards on the steps tomorrow

get a good framing square. measure the hight you have to cover then and boom set your rise and run and work with that. stairs r one of my things i took construction for vocational and i workd at my landscaping pace and didnt have enough work during the day.

[KGR landscapeing]

travis were you cutting the triangles out or just putting boards on it to make the run?

[Travis E]

travis were you cutting the triangles out or just putting boards on it to make the run?

he had the risers but they were not all the same so they had to me modified to work

[JAX76CJ]

i get no no call for the meet

No worries Kash. I had to chase him down on the road to meet him. ;) Tom, I'll let you know after today.... I need to run that stuff in the tank for a while first.

[Paradise Landscapes]

Elwer, Why do you hate decks?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Chad, never said I wouldnt call you, lol. We gotta get the Clap and the rest together too!!!

Chris, I hope that does work for you. Would suck if it was that injector pump thing. That would cost some $$$$:cry:

[Paradise Landscapes]

Lemme know when you guys want to get together.

[Travis E]

got out of school early because i have no real classes left for the day, school is on a different schedual because we get out at 1 anyways for our baseball team to go compete ...i'm not complaining, because i'm makeing money off this deal.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Whats up guys?? Cut some more grass today. I like this time of year. Grass isnt growing as insanely and doesnt need bagged. Or even double cut for that matter. Roll in and roll out. That is how I like it:) Next week begins the craziness for me. Ugh I wont have any energy to type much after that, LOL:laugh:

[Travis E]

Next week begins the craziness for me. Ugh I wont have any energy to type much after that, LOL:laugh:

i'm sure it won't hold you down too much, your not that old...yet:laugh:

[hole in one lco]

got 2 use the new cam 2day see i even make the shyt lawns look tiddez

[Travis E]

looks really good!

Had some like that today especailly after putting a brand new set of blades on

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Wow I just got off the phone with the place I am getting the truck re-lettered. ALOT less than I was expecting. I am getting the whole truck lettered with logos and it is only $225 including the designs. Not too shabby if you ask me!!!

The lawns looks good Chad. I will have to get off my lazy arse and get the cam out of the truck so I can share pics too, lol

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Here are a couple from today:

[JAX76CJ]

The "Wave Cut" looks sweet!
I wish that I was a better Mechanic. I ran my truck on the front tank today and it didn't stall at all. I think that my Klutch is on the way out tho. The botton of the shroud that covers the the front side of the Transmission has been rusted away for years (No problem there tho), so I can see right in there. There's a large gear there (I'm assuming that's is where the Clutch is), this is the area where the slave meets the Clutch-Plate. Well, I've been hearing a ticking noise coming from down there, so I crawled under there while it was running. I can see the gear inside spinning..... But it's got a bit if a "Wobble" to it, and makes that ticking noise from there. Also, My Tachometer does a little dance then drops to zero. I've heard that this can also be a hint that the clutch is going bad. I guess I'll just run it till it goes. I've got a bunch of jobs lined up and I need to have my dump. If anyone has any suggestions as to what to look for or has come accross this before please let me know.

[chevydump03]

:drinkup:Jax, the cover you're missing is called an inspection cover. The gear you see is the flywheel. It is attached to the crankshaft. The clutch is attached to the flywheel. As far as the ticking is concerned, it's hard to say, but I would assume that your flywheel is warped and needs replaced, along with pressure plate, clutch disk and throwout bearing. As long as you're in there, replace the pilot bearing as well.

You should be able to get a parts estimate from Ford, Auto Zone, etc.

Have a party, invite some friends, tell them to bring their tools. LOL :drinkup::drinkup:

[JAX76CJ]

Gee.... Sounds like fun! I'm so skrewed!

[chevydump03]

Jax, other than the $$$, it's not that bad. The worst part is getting the tranny down and back in. It's a heavy mother. The last time I did one was in a 1968 Chevy. It was a 4-speed w/creeper 1st gear.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Thanks Chris!!! I thought they looked pretty good myself, lol. Helps change it up a lil from the ole straight lines. Yeah, I agree with Gary. Sounds like the flywheel has a tooth or 2 missing and could be cracked/warped along with the rest of the mess. Run it till it dies I guess. If you arent going to have the mechanic do it, I would be willing to lend a hand. As long as the beer is cold and there!!!!:drinkup: I am pretty good with mechanic work so I think it would be doable.

[chevydump03]

I should have said, the last time I did one in a truck. I've done the one in my race car several times.

[born2farm]

got a quick question for you guys.

got a few potential homes that might need some new mulch installed

do i take the old out first?

how thick do i lay it?

if i redo it next year do i take the old out?

[JAX76CJ]

Thanks guys. I'm not sure what I'll do with that truck.... Run it till it goes... I guess.
Brock, no need to take out the old mulch. Just clear the bed of weeds, grass, etc. You can turn over the beds (Cultivate them) first. Then cut in your edge... Then Mulch it. Make sure that you get an even base of at least 2" of Mulch all the way around. I charge Hourly for the labor that is involved before-hand (Cleaning the beds out, hedges, cutting in the beds) Then I charge $50 per yard INSTALLED for double-processed hardwood mulch (the Cheap stuff).

[JAX76CJ]

I also put down a Pre-M before I mulch it. I use a product called "Snapshot"

[JAX76CJ]

This sux, I just looked up parts for my truck.
Flywheel = $769
Heavy-Duty Sachs Clutch = $329
Labor = Don't even want to know ;)

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Labor: How many cases of beer can you afford???? LMAO:laugh: My guess is it will not be cheap in the least. Run it till it dies, but you should get it fixed before the favorite time of year............plow season;)

[JAX76CJ]

I'm good at fixing things that I've fixed before, but this one is way over my head. I just don't have the "Know-How" to pull this one off in my driveway. Maybe if I had a Ford Mechanic looking over my shoulder and telling me what to do.... But short of that.... I don't trust myself. Man, I don't even trust myself to order the CORRECT parts. There's so many variations of this truck.... It sux.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well........my best friend of 16yrs is MR.Ford. He has all the alldata crap regarding Ford trucks, including yours and his uncle is a head mechanic at Mullinax. If you were to tackle this yourself, I got the guy that has the Ford knowledge and took 2 years of auto tech at Auburn. He is no schmuck. Just something to keep in mind

[JAX76CJ]

Thanks man, definately some food for thought ;)

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

No problem and I dont mind helping a friend out. It is nice to be busting knuckles and turning a wrench sometimes rather than landscaping. If you have any questions or what not, you know the number:waving:

[Travis E]

that step kicked my...drill tonight. Somehow the drill screw uped and instantly killed a battery so i put another in, dead instantly, now i have 2 junk batters and a frozen up drill. Its going to cost more than what i'll make.

[born2farm]

Thanks guys. I'm not sure what I'll do with that truck.... Run it till it goes... I guess.
Brock, no need to take out the old mulch. Just clear the bed of weeds, grass, etc. You can turn over the beds (Cultivate them) first. Then cut in your edge... Then Mulch it. Make sure that you get an even base of at least 2" of Mulch all the way around. I charge Hourly for the labor that is involved before-hand (Cleaning the beds out, hedges, cutting in the beds) Then I charge $50 per yard INSTALLED for double-processed hardwood mulch (the Cheap stuff).

thanks for all your help. it seems there is really no locals to ask these questions so i turn to you guys here. thanks again.

[KGR landscapeing]

that step kicked my...drill tonight. Somehow the drill screw uped and instantly killed a battery so i put another in, dead instantly, now i have 2 junk batters and a frozen up drill. Its going to cost more than what i'll make.

travissssss you and those steps man.:hammerhead:

[Travis E]

travissssss you and those steps man.:hammerhead:

ya i know.. and i'm good at woodworking projects.. atleast its finished!

[jpp]

Well, got to load up for one lawn on Friday. Chemlawn was squirting right when I pulled up today. Thankfully it is only 3 minutes from me. Got to go pick up some brush and take out some rose of sharon too. Then I am off till Monday.

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

JPP
Must be nice to off all weekend. ;)

[jpp]

JPP
Must be nice to off all weekend. ;)

Yep, got a couple of graduation party to attend on Saturday afternoon and evening. Going to help one of them get setup and probably have to help tear it down as well. But at least the :drinkup::drinkup: will be close by.

JP

[Paradise Landscapes]

This sux, I just looked up parts for my truck.
Flywheel = $769
Heavy-Duty Sachs Clutch = $329
Labor = Don't even want to know ;)

Jax, I used to have a 1989 Chevy 1500 4.3 manual. Go to the junk yard for the flywheel. I took the truck to a shop for the work that needed done. They replaced the flywheel, and everything else mentioned. Cost was 900.00.

[hole in one lco]

well my guy throwing them down with the 33

[hole in one lco]

i throw the V down

[KGR landscapeing]

i throw the V down

chad i got the same wally world gas cans they were on sale and dont spill there nice for 8 bucks not gonna lie

[hole in one lco]

chad i got the same wally world gas cans they were on sale and dont spill there nice for 8 bucks not gonna lie

you cant beat them with MC HAMMER

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

MC Hammer, LOL. You cant touch this.........lmao:laugh: Looks good there Chad. I was going to take some pics today, but was too lazy. Took a nap in the truck for 20 minutes today. I finished cutting 2 houses that are next door, didnt edge or blow off yet, sat in the truck and napped. I like easy days like that. Havent been sleeping too well lately because my shins have been killing me lately. Prolly those stupid shin splints or what ever they are called. A good 6 pack or so of beer helps numb the pain:) Got a tiny bit of cutting on schedule for tomorrow, unless it is crappy out like they are saying. Then got to clean up a big brush pile from my dad's place Sunday (you bet your arse he is paying me too!!!) Then begin the craziness for the rest of the season.

[Travis E]

Mowed my grandma's today and ran out of gas so i took her can and put some in it, welll i didn't put enough in it an ran out again lol. $38 to fill the deere up today!

Then i went two for two. Got a new phone what another place said it had been wet, and the phone looks better not a nasty color. Then took my crapsman drill back and got a new one even though i think the extended warranty was out. O well all in all a good day have to pick up some fire wood tomorrow.

[KGR landscapeing]

Mowed my grandma's today and ran out of gas so i took her can and put some in it, welll i didn't put enough in it an ran out again lol. $38 to fill the deere up today!

Then i went two for two. Got a new phone what another place said it had been wet, and the phone looks better not a nasty color. Then took my crapsman drill back and got a new one even though i think the extended warranty was out. O well all in all a good day have to pick up some fire wood tomorrow.

craftsman stand behind there tools no questions askd you break a brench or your socket quitds working. thats why i spend my money on there tools.

Ok but i am really really pissed so finally start seeing the draft for the contract from that guy. what BS that is. Umm you will work at this rate for so long if you decide to void the contract you will owe back 5 dollars of every hour you workd blah blah BUll

[hole in one lco]

craftsman stand behind there tools no questions askd you break a brench or your socket quitds working. thats why i spend my money on there tools.

Ok but i am really really pissed so finally start seeing the draft for the contract from that guy. what BS that is. Umm you will work at this rate for so long if you decide to void the contract you will owe back 5 dollars of every hour you workd blah blah BUll

thats Y partners are no good ............................................ trust me bud i own 3 lawncare/landscaping comps i am partners with my wife mom i think you know how that gos

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

That is why I stick with me and myself for running the business. Too many times I have heard of partnerships souring very very quickly!!! You should have a lawyer or someone that knows contracts look that thing over before you are stuck with a turd:nono:

[born2farm]

well the auction company sent me some pics of the mower im going to go look at tommorrow. they say its got 360hrs. it looks kinda ruff from the pics but idk. from shear looks what is it worth?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Nice, that is the same exact one I had when I started!!!! I would give prolly no more than 500-600 bucks, pending how it runs, etc. Needs a good paint to start with

[born2farm]

ya tom im stopping at 500. my uncle is a great painter so he can lay me down some nice color. aint this the kind you can get a diff size deck for?

[KGR landscapeing]

o my moms human resource buss law person is going to look it over but i am just uterly pissd.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Brock, I couldnt tell ya about the deck thing, I got no clue. If you do get it, let me know and I can send you the manuals for it.

Kevin, good have someone look it over. Doesnt sound like this is going to last much longer!!

[born2farm]

Brock, I couldnt tell ya about the deck thing, I got no clue. If you do get it, let me know and I can send you the manuals for it.

Kevin, good have someone look it over. Doesnt sound like this is going to last much longer!!

thanks tom. m gonna look it over and home to come home wit it ...im also going to look at a few used 48in z that the local case ih dealers has on trade

[KGR landscapeing]

tom it probably wont i dno if it will end befor or after i strangle him. That was joke i think:cry:

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Man Brock, sounds like you will have some good mowing equipment soon enough. If you are getting a Z, dont get one smaller than a 52". A 48" Z is well, kinda small if you ask me. But if it works for you, then git r done!!!

Kevin, doesnt sound like this guy is worth your time to work for or strangle for that matter. I would say get out now while you still have a chance!!!

[joe the lawn guy]

just stoppen in to say hi . i got so much to do even working in the rain today . then change oil& blades tonight . got to keep my self busy have a good one you all

[KGR landscapeing]

Man Brock, sounds like you will have some good mowing equipment soon enough. If you are getting a Z, dont get one smaller than a 52". A 48" Z is well, kinda small if you ask me. But if it works for you, then git r done!!!

Kevin, doesnt sound like this guy is worth your time to work for or strangle for that matter. I would say get out now while you still have a chance!!!

ya i am just trying to get my money and whatever i just feel bad because the guys i am working with i know. and were swampd but the boss is a jerk so i feel bad for them the only reason i go is to hlep those guys and roll alittle bank

[born2farm]

Man Brock, sounds like you will have some good mowing equipment soon enough. If you are getting a Z, dont get one smaller than a 52". A 48" Z is well, kinda small if you ask me. But if it works for you, then git r done!!!

Kevin, doesnt sound like this guy is worth your time to work for or strangle for that matter. I would say get out now while you still have a chance!!!

well im hoping that i can get this walk behind for a steal then maybe trade it towards a z. im looking at some cubs that the dealer has. my dad said that when he talked to him he had some nice used 48in for under 3 grand

[KGR landscapeing]

well im hoping that i can get this walk behind for a steal then maybe trade it towards a z. im looking at some cubs that the dealer has. my dad said that when he talked to him he had some nice used 48in for under 3 grand

hey brock i went out the door with my redhawk 48in hydro walk for 3grand with a 2wheeld sulky and a case of oil and filter

[Paradise Landscapes]

How do you like te red hawks?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Question for yall. Do or have any of you used some sort of a route mapping program to sort and make a good route, or sit for hours with a map?? I got 90 places now and no clue where to begin:dizzy: And with the calls comming in again, will prolly have over 100 by the time the smoke clears some:) So any form sort or type of help will be great!!!!!!!

[KGR landscapeing]

Question for yall. Do or have any of you used some sort of a route mapping program to sort and make a good route, or sit for hours with a map?? I got 90 places now and no clue where to begin:dizzy: And with the calls comming in again, will prolly have over 100 by the time the smoke clears some:) So any form sort or type of help will be great!!!!!!!

i just sit down and figure it out. tom if you want some help i can look at a map and help you out.

and paradise my redhawks are pretty nice, when i first got my 32 it was hard to start. the choke wasnt adjusted right so once i fixed that it was sweet and the 48 has been problemless but it needs an oil change ill have to do that tomorrow.:cry:

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Cool thanks Kevin, I will keep you in mind. I think I may surf the vast internet to see if there are any programs out there

[KGR landscapeing]

just a couple things to think about. one day your gonna need to either start or end by the gas station. you dont wanna put that out of your way. and you always want to start at the furthest point from your house or shop. so you dont have a long drive home at the end of the day. Dragging a trailer in rush hour traffic is no fun morning or night but worse at night when your tired

[hole in one lco]

well the old lady had a cook out for my bday sorry ron tom my old lady didnt have my phone 2 get your guys number

[hole in one lco]

after a few beers skipping rocks seemed like a good idea

[hole in one lco]

the old lady got a pic 2

[corbster]

Cool thanks Kevin, I will keep you in mind. I think I may surf the vast internet to see if there are any programs out there

Please post your findings, Sydenstricker where did you get your logo (the circle with grass blades) ?

[Travis E]

Worked on my chute closure today http://www.lawnsite.com/showthread.php?t=232983 Ended up getting it all finished and painted. Just have to hook it all back up tomorrow and try her out and pray that it works good. Only had less than 20 bucks in it total!

[born2farm]

no new mower for me. it was in to rough of shape for 650 and the guy bidding against me didnt seem to be stopping when i did lol.

[Travis E]

There will always be more mowers to buy! Just like looking for a truck, you will pass up many deals before you find the right one for the right price.

[born2farm]

There will always be more mowers to buy! Just like looking for a truck, you will pass up many deals before you find the right one for the right price.

ya i said i was stopping at 500 went to 600 and said to he$$ with it. didnt feel like driving home to get a trailer ne ways.lol

[Travis E]

ya i said i was stopping at 500 went to 600 and said to he$$ with it. didnt feel like driving home to get a trailer ne ways.lol

so you went to an auction to get a mower and didn't even bring a trailer? come on brock lol

[born2farm]

lol we coulda just put it in the back of my dads truck. o well.
i would rather get a 48in z ne ways

[Travis E]

lol we coulda just put it in the back of my dads truck. o well.
i would rather get a 48in z ne ways

go big or go home i guess

[born2farm]

ya just not big enough to go get a 60in z like some people:hammerhead:

[Travis E]

now who here has a 60??

[born2farm]

now who here has a 60??

hmm idk. i guess there is some idiots who spring for kombi to..lol just messin wit u man

[Travis E]

hmm idk. i guess there is some idiots who spring for kombi to..lol just messin wit u man

ya those people are really weird that buy 'junk' like that. The 'ol deere is letting me down thought, burnt cluth and flat tire in less than a week:nono: I bought a plug kit so next time i'll fix them myself or charge people to fix there tires to make a little extra cash.

[born2farm]

ya those people are really weird that buy 'junk' like that. The 'ol deere is letting me down thought, burnt cluth and flat tire in less than a week:nono: I bought a plug kit so next time i'll fix them myself or charge people to fix there tires to make a little extra cash.

u can give it to me when u get tired of her

[Travis E]

u want it? come get it! you have to figure out where i live first!

[CLARK LAWN]

Brock ive got a redhawk sitting in storage that needs a little bit of work but overall its in good shape. needs a carb and i think the trans belt is worn out. i am the second owner the guy that bought it first and he only lasted about a month with only about 5 yards i used it as a back up til i stole the carb off it last year.

[Paradise Landscapes]

Hey guys, Has anyone seen or heard from Kurt (aka kc2006) ?

[KGR landscapeing]

Hey guys, Has anyone seen or heard from Kurt (aka kc2006) ?

he was just on the other day call him up i wanna see that finish patio

[KGR landscapeing]

And if any of you guys heard about the Kid tim who died friday night in the oil tank. My sister and her friends knew the older brother whos still in the burn unit. And my sisters friend was the lead fire rescue and emt to go in the tank and pull them out. Tough stuff i cant imagine pulling your friends out of something like that. Always guys think about safty never let it take a back seat never. no matter how many times you have done it.

[born2farm]

Brock ive got a redhawk sitting in storage that needs a little bit of work but overall its in good shape. needs a carb and i think the trans belt is worn out. i am the second owner the guy that bought it first and he only lasted about a month with only about 5 yards i used it as a back up til i stole the carb off it last year.

thanks i might have to get ahold of you if i dont have any luck. im gonna go look at some red hawks today

[Travis E]

mowed my lawn today with the chute closure that i made and i don't know how i would ever go without it again. So much easier around treees and such.

Brock, you going to come get the mower?

Hows everyones weekend, working on billing now and record books for ffa. Have been in and out of the pool all day just not quite warm enough yet.

[CLARK LAWN]

thanks i might have to get ahold of you if i dont have any luck. im gonna go look at some red hawks today
i forgot i have a bagger for it to

[CLARK LAWN]

Hey guys, Has anyone seen or heard from Kurt (aka kc2006) ?

i talked to him on thursday or friday

[CLARK LAWN]

man i just realized i had $200 fall out of my pocket today. i was at walmart and lowes so im sure its long gone.

[born2farm]

hey guys.

travis give me ur addy and ill take it off ur hands.

anyone have any info on landpride zero turn mowers. i know they make some tuff farm equipment and looked at a z from them today and it looked pretty nice.

[Travis E]

Don't you guys wish you had trucks this clean :weightlifter:

[redoak77]

Hey ohio guys, hows it going? I was just wondering if you guys know if you need to charge sales tax on fuel surcharges. I can't seem to find anything online in the tax documents. Just thought id ask.

[SilkKnitter]

Hey ohio guys, hows it going? I was just wondering if you guys know if you need to charge sales tax on fuel surcharges. I can't seem to find anything online in the tax documents. Just thought id ask.

NO! not a good idea!

[SilkKnitter]

Don't you guys wish you had trucks this clean :weightlifter:

Photoshop FTW!!! :)

[Travis E]

Photoshop FTW!!! :)

photoshop my *$$! lol thats the real deal

[corbster]

photoshop my *$$! lol thats the real deal

If it was the real deal.....it would be a picture of a Ford:waving:

[Travis E]

If it was the real deal.....it would be a picture of a Ford:waving:

a ford 250 is in my wish list for next year

[corbster]

man i just realized i had $200 fall out of my pocket today. i was at walmart and lowes so im sure its long gone.

That sucks, this happened to the wifey last year. Contact both places and report it because their are still honest people out there. My wife got her money back, it was found on the floor by a customer at Kohles.

[corbster]

a ford 250 is in my wish list for next year

after I posted that I said he might be a die-hard bow-tie man. Glad you didn't take affence.

[Travis E]

no, my parents used to be chevy people but have had trouble with them so they are honda/toyota because my mom used to work for a dealer. THey say a ford is better than a dodge!

[CLARK LAWN]

if you knew the walmart around here you would understand it would be a waste of time to report it. lowes is right next door. the police have to sit in the parking lot 24/7 becuase of all the trouble it attracks

[corbster]

if you knew the walmart around here you would understand it would be a waste of time to report it. lowes is right next door. the police have to sit in the parking lot 24/7 becuase of all the trouble it attracks

Wow, now that is a bad area. It don't cost anything to report it:)

[KGR landscapeing]

a ford 250 is in my wish list for next year

travis ask ronnie if he would ever go back to chevy after driving around in the ford hes got now

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well I am driving a 2002 F250 today with the 5.4 and my 6.0 in the Silverado would kick this thing's arse any day of the week. Was pulling the trailer with the Z and the Walker on it. Seems to have less power than my truck. I will stick with Bow Ties any day of the week:weightlifter:

[Travis E]

I will stick with Bow Ties any day of the week:weightlifter:

Budwieser?

[KGR landscapeing]

Well I am driving a 2002 F250 today with the 5.4 and my 6.0 in the Silverado would kick this thing's arse any day of the week. Was pulling the trailer with the Z and the Walker on it. Seems to have less power than my truck. I will stick with Bow Ties any day of the week:weightlifter:

tom i have the 5.4 in my 150 and it will out pull that jerks 8.1 2500 avalanche a 3/4ton is to big for the 5.4 IMO get the the v10 and see what that pulls like

[born2farm]

hey guys hows the biz treating you. knocked out a good chunk of mowing. got 3 to do friday. wish i had 5 days a week worth of work. o well it will come.

what weight and brand of oil do you guys run in ur mowers. i need to change oil saturday and thinkgin deere sae 30

[joe the lawn guy]

hey guys hows the biz treating you. knocked out a good chunk of mowing. got 3 to do friday. wish i had 5 days a week worth of work. o well it will come.

what weight and brand of oil do you guys run in ur mowers. i need to change oil saturday and thinkgin deere sae 30

i wish i had two days of mowing but money talks.:cool2:


i run 10-30 in my 23 kol ase 30 in my kaw ( jd ) 10-30 in my 12.5 kol
it dose not make that big of a difference to me tho :laugh: all my stuff is junk, but runs and makes $$$$$$$$$$$$ . profit thats why we all work. but its ok to like what u do and have worked for. its treating me good thanks

[jpp]

hey guys hows the biz treating you. knocked out a good chunk of mowing. got 3 to do friday. wish i had 5 days a week worth of work. o well it will come.

what weight and brand of oil do you guys run in ur mowers. i need to change oil saturday and thinkgin deere sae 30

I just use 10w-30 sae approved. Used the Kohler oil the first time I changed it on the new z though. Just changed it again this past weekend and use napa brand of the 10w-30

[jpp]

Budwieser?


I believe he means he is going to stick with the Chevy's.*newusflag*

[born2farm]

thanks guys ill prolly just get the napa or true value stuff. should i change the filter to why im at it every time i change oil?

[Travis E]

thanks guys ill prolly just get the napa or true value stuff. should i change the filter to why im at it every time i change oil?

just get the napa brand, will be a heck of a lot cheaper...yes change filter at the same time. and then mark on the filter how many hrs you changed it at so you know when to change it next.

[Travis E]

I believe he means he is going to stick with the Chevy's.*newusflag*

Ya i know, i was being a smart a$$

[born2farm]

just get the napa brand, will be a heck of a lot cheaper...yes change filter at the same time. and then mark on the filter how many hrs you changed it at so you know when to change it next.

well if i had an hour meter that would be a good idea lol. i have just been changing them before summer then again before plowing with it.

i hope to get rid of this mower soon.

been looking at a land pride razor but i dont think its a commercial mower

[Travis E]

well if i had an hour meter that would be a good idea lol. i have just been changing them before summer then again before plowing with it.

i hope to get rid of this mower soon.

been looking at a land pride razor but i dont think its a commercial mower

if the price is right, get it and you can always trade it when you get bigger

[born2farm]

ya idk i might just look for a nice used commercial z.

[Travis E]

we might need to invent a floating mower soon, calling for possibly over 2 inches of rain again for tomorrow+/night. Then 90 thursday.

Brock, are you out of school yet? We get out Wednesday.

[born2farm]

we might need to invent a floating mower soon, calling for possibly over 2 inches of rain again for tomorrow+/night. Then 90 thursday.

Brock, are you out of school yet? We get out Wednesday.

we get out monday. got finals wednesday thursday and friday then a fun day monday. have to make up all the days i got out to plow..lol

[Travis E]

we get out monday. got finals wednesday thursday and friday then a fun day monday. have to make up all the days i got out to plow..lol

ya we should of been out last thursday but o well. I have 2 finals and they have to do them on the last day...stupid if you ask me.

[born2farm]

ya..ive only got two to take just get 3 days to take them

[Travis E]

I'm excited to be out for the summer but i wish i had more work to keep me busy. Planning on goin to the sign shop that did my magnets to get some lawn signs made up. one of the plowsite guys that started his own up in my town had some done and look good, it might be too tempting to take his signs though to screw with him lol

[born2farm]

u aint the only one that wants more work

[Travis E]

more accounts and a part time job

[born2farm]

more accounts and a part time job

ya im gonna get a job this summer on top of mowing prolly. i put in so many hours at the farm but dont get paid for it so it sux.

next year ill proly work with another lco and run my own show hopeuflly

[jpp]

we might need to invent a floating mower soon, calling for possibly over 2 inches of rain again for tomorrow+/night. Then 90 thursday.

Brock, are you out of school yet? We get out Wednesday.

I won't complain on getting some rain. Things are getting dusty and the yards with no sun are showing signs of stress and are heading downhill fast. Especially with those 90's coming later this week.

JP

[Travis E]

I won't complain on getting some rain. Things are getting dusty and the yards with no sun are showing signs of stress and are heading downhill fast. Especially with those 90's coming later this week.

JP

we had 2 inches the other night too

[jpp]

we had 2 inches the other night too

I am not sure what we got overnight Friday into Sat am but I don't think it was enough. Not much water in the bed of the truck that is for sure. But enough to make some puddles on the roadways and lots. I think the wind blew alot of it around.

JP

[Travis E]

I am not sure what we got overnight Friday into Sat am but I don't think it was enough. Not much water in the bed of the truck that is for sure. But enough to make some puddles on the roadways and lots. I think the wind blew alot of it around.

JP

it got nasty here, tornado's north of use around midnight friday night but i slept through it all. Some places had 2.5 inches but not much water laying around anymore.

[jpp]

it got nasty here, tornado's north of use around midnight friday night but i slept through it all. Some places had 2.5 inches but not much water laying around anymore.

I heard that about the tornado's. I have a weather radio and the darn thing went off at 1 am with the tornado watch, then at 4 am with a tornado warning for Madison county, then at 4:30 am with a t'storm warning for us. Was a long night that is for sure.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Beleive me, the V10's arent worth getting excited over. I was in/drove F350 SD's FX4's reg cab srw with 16 foot enclosed with a Scag TT and a Scag walkbehind inside and they werent that good either. They were all 03-06 too. The V10 is only .8 liters bigger than my 6.0 V8. Ford is a decent truck, but I think I will stick with something that I can still sit and work on like a normal person and can see where the plugs are. Kevin, I highly doubt your 5.4 is gonna outdo a 8.1 496 with the Ally behind it. Maybe they are neutered in the Avalanche, but the Silverados sure arent. I would be more than happy to show you how the 6.0 can out pull the 5.4 Heck, I can get my buddy's 2500 with a 350 in it and do circles with the 5.4 all day. And yes I can say these things since I have driven each of them, loaded and unloaded all with the same weight and trailer involved!!!!!!

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Ok who is knocking the FORDS LOL mine pulls pretty good. It will pull anything I need. LOL.

[Clapper&Company]

Hey guys!

Lay 12 yrds of mulch today!

Got about 2 weeks of work left on the book
and about 20K worth on the desk im working on pricing up

i think were going to tAKE A BIG hit the end of June, The bottom of the market will fall out thill fall I think any one else see this?

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Josh, your truck is also a powerstroke, LOL:)

Ron, I dont know. Seems like people are still spending up around here, even with the fuel prices at 4 bucks or more. If they keep spending, I will keep working.

Well today stinks. Woke up all ready to go, and it is raining. I think I will have to go out and cut anyways though. I dont want to be too far behind. Gotta call the helper and tell him to stay home.

[CLARK LAWN]

not raining here yet but on the radar its only a few minutes out

[Clapper&Company]

Raining like H#$$ here

People alway spend money just seems like the calls are slowing down

[joe the lawn guy]

Raining like H#$$ here

People alway spend money just seems like the calls are slowing down

ya its raining here .

Friday i will sale this 18 x 7 trailer. ( if this guy dont give me $$$ )anyone wont one pm me i give my #

the phone has slowed here but it always will for 2-3 weeks after the holiday then picks back up.

[KGR landscapeing]

Beleive me, the V10's arent worth getting excited over. I was in/drove F350 SD's FX4's reg cab srw with 16 foot enclosed with a Scag TT and a Scag walkbehind inside and they werent that good either. They were all 03-06 too. The V10 is only .8 liters bigger than my 6.0 V8. Ford is a decent truck, but I think I will stick with something that I can still sit and work on like a normal person and can see where the plugs are. Kevin, I highly doubt your 5.4 is gonna outdo a 8.1 496 with the Ally behind it. Maybe they are neutered in the Avalanche, but the Silverados sure arent. I would be more than happy to show you how the 6.0 can out pull the 5.4 Heck, I can get my buddy's 2500 with a 350 in it and do circles with the 5.4 all day. And yes I can say these things since I have driven each of them, loaded and unloaded all with the same weight and trailer involved!!!!!!

tom i drug 7yrd from chagrin pet to just down the street from beachwood mall and croker park. we had to jobs to do there one day we pulld with my truck 65mph down the freeway 15mpg in my 5.4 trailer was dacing around alittle bit but youll get that with just under 6k on it. then we drug it with the avalanche now that was scary just under 9mpg all the time now you tell me which you would rather drive. dont omit the the fact i have a grass chatcher 2 wheelboros 15 gallons of gas in the bed and 30 some gallons in the truck

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Sure you do have a nice truck and the 5.4 prolly has more go go juice in the 150 than the SD's due to it being lighter. An Avalanche is just a glorified Tahoe with a truck bed, trying to resemble the K5 Blazers of the 80's, poorly. A good friend of mine has a 04 Avalanche 2500 with the 8.1 in it. He pulls his travel trailer everywhere, and it weighs roughly 14,000 or so. It handles it like a charm. Of course the 5.4 will get better fuel economy than the 8.1 But that is like comparing apples to oranges. Small block versus big block V8 will always have worse mileage. You dont buy something with a big block V8 for fuel economy, LOL:laugh: Why do you think I have the 6.0 instead of the 8.1?? It is somewhat better on gas. Also your F150 has a 8800 GVWR, which is the same as the old F250's of before so it was meant to pull and carry that kind of weight. Your 150 is more or less a light duty 3/4 ton in 1/2 ton badges

[jpp]

Well, got rained on 3 times today. After the 3rd time I called it quits. Got 6 left off of todays routes to finish on Weds then do the Weds route. But we needed the rain so no complaints here.


JP

[KGR landscapeing]

Sure you do have a nice truck and the 5.4 prolly has more go go juice in the 150 than the SD's due to it being lighter. An Avalanche is just a glorified Tahoe with a truck bed, trying to resemble the K5 Blazers of the 80's, poorly. A good friend of mine has a 04 Avalanche 2500 with the 8.1 in it. He pulls his travel trailer everywhere, and it weighs roughly 14,000 or so. It handles it like a charm. Of course the 5.4 will get better fuel economy than the 8.1 But that is like comparing apples to oranges. Small block versus big block V8 will always have worse mileage. You dont buy something with a big block V8 for fuel economy, LOL:laugh: Why do you think I have the 6.0 instead of the 8.1?? It is somewhat better on gas. Also your F150 has a 8800 GVWR, which is the same as the old F250's of before so it was meant to pull and carry that kind of weight. Your 150 is more or less a light duty 3/4 ton in 1/2 ton badges

tom i give you alot of credit you know your stuff. I think i am more mad about his truck having leather seats and smelling like feet. Its just not a landscape rig.

[kc2006]

Whats up guys?

Clappy, I hear ya about the market slowing down. They keep saying $6 fuel by july 4th, thats gunna hurt everyone. I have a month and a half of work backlogged, so I'm signing contracts and getting deposits now, just to lock them in. Been selling stuff like mad this year, and I'm no where near the cheapest either, i love that.

[born2farm]

hey guys. sorry for all the questions but i got another...lol.

its at the point where i dont think my trimmers and blowers are being very profitable. im constantly either fixing them or they wont start. im looking to get a new blower trimmer and edger. here is what im looking at. how do these sound price wise and is this a good route to go.

Blower

BG 85- $219.95

Kombi Motor

KM 110R- 329.95

FS Trimmer Attachment- $89.95

FCS Straight Edger Attachment- $169.95

all in all $809.80 for a new set of handlhelds

[Clapper&Company]

The 110 Motor, is over kill, you could go with the 90 :D

If you get a handblower go with the Home owner one

[born2farm]

The 110 Motor, is over kill, you could go with the 90 :D

If you get a handblower go with the Home owner one

see i thought i read somwhere that the 90 was short on power if needing to cut in a new edge.

why would u go with the homeowner blower?

[jpp]

hey guys. sorry for all the questions but i got another...lol.

its at the point where i dont think my trimmers and blowers are being very profitable. im constantly either fixing them or they wont start. im looking to get a new blower trimmer and edger. here is what im looking at. how do these sound price wise and is this a good route to go.

Blower

BG 85- $219.95

Kombi Motor

KM 110R- 329.95

FS Trimmer Attachment- $89.95

FCS Straight Edger Attachment- $169.95

all in all $809.80 for a new set of handlhelds

R U doing leaves this fall? If so you will need a backpack for them. BG 85 is a good handheld. I have one and love it. But I find myself using the bp's more to get done faster even in the spring/summer.

[born2farm]

yes i will be doing leaf cleanups on all my properties this fall but i dont know if i can justify a 500 plus dollar packpack for 5 lawns

[Clapper&Company]

YGH, If your buying Sthil Handheld blower, their homeowner ones are lighter and work just fine.

But Like JP said if you need BP go with the BR

[jpp]

Brock just price the different models out. You don't need to spend 500 on a bp. Echo makes a small one that is pretty good. Can't remember the model or size right off hand but will try and get it for you.

[born2farm]

What is your guys opinion on a BR 380 D. it has about the same power as the 85 but its a back pack and probably better for cleanup

[jpp]

Here is a link for the echos: It is pb 413 is what I was talking about.

http://www.echo-usa.com/prods_list.asp?Category=POWERBLOWER

Can't answer on the br have never ran one.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Yep the BG85 is a fine blower. My grandpa has one and it has plenty of power to do what he needs it for, which is nothing now, LOL:) But you really wont need a 110 for now. The 90 will perform just fine for you. If you get a stubborn, overgrown edge, just go slower and take your time. As for Echo, I do have a PB620 backpack and it has a ton of power. Cost me like 365 out the door, but that was last year. I wont ever buy another Echo again though as long as I live. This piece of shyt has been in the shop too many times for a new blower. I will be getting a BR600 very soon. Stick with Stihl and be happy!!!!

Kevin, yes I try to keep up on my info, LOL. I would be mad too if I had to ride around in something that smelled like old dirty feet. I dont blame you a bit, lol

[born2farm]

thanks for the info tom. the 85 looks and sounds like a nice blower so ill have to make my mind up between that and the br 380. the back pack is deffinitly more comfortable so if the money is there i will look towards that.

i have thought about re sending flyers and stuff for some more lawn acounts and for some leaf cleanups this year to pay for all this stuff.lol

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

If there is only a few dollar cost difference between the 380 and the 85, get the backpack and be much happier. Dont forget, since you are buying new, buy stuff you can grow into over the next few years rather than buy crap that will become useless to you in a year or two. Save up and spend the extra $$$. You will be happier and more profitable in the long run

[Travis E]

The 90 will suit you fine. I havn't had a problem yet with mine, had to slow down a few times but nothing major.

Do you have any sign shops in your town? If so go have them make up a yard sign or two. I am having 5 made up, 3 color on white back for 25 bucks each. Just an idea that might work for you since you don't have a truck to letter up.

[Clapper&Company]

Good Ideas Elwer!

Im off to find food, but will be back soon!

Tom Im going to be calling u

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Okay Ron, I will be awaiting your phone call anxiously, LOL j/k:rolleyes::laugh:

[Travis E]

The weather reports lately have been making me think that it is winter again. Called for a slight chance of a shower last night- got 7 tenths. Called for rain all day and only rained for say a half hour. Were calling for 1-2 of rain tonight- now only a quater to a half.:dizzy:

[jpp]

Hey guys, looks to be a long night down this way. We have numerous tornado warnings just to the south of me. you guys up north be ware more storms on the way.

JP

I am on skyeye trying to keep up with all of this.

[born2farm]

thanks for all the help guys. by cutting back to a 90 and upgrading to a back pack it costs me about 40 dollars more.

where are you planning on placing ur signs elwer?

[Travis E]

thanks for all the help guys. by cutting back to a 90 and upgrading to a back pack it costs me about 40 dollars more.

where are you planning on placing ur signs elwer?

My house and one of my grandma's for sure for right now. Both are corner lots to 2 main ways into town. So i could use 4 signs for the two houses if i wanted to but i think my grandma will get tired of the sign real quick. I will also use them when mulching and such. Maybe switch some signs with other guys too:nono:

[jpp]

Okay Ron, I will be awaiting your phone call anxiously, LOL j/k:rolleyes::laugh:

Ron is wanting to know why you did not answer his phone call? He just hung up and is eating now. lol

JP

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Well, it is kinda hard to answer my phone while I am in the bathroom, lol. Im not one to go to the bathroom and talk on the phone. LOL:laugh:

[joe the lawn guy]

whats going on people ?
i said my phone stopped ringing to you all and today got 22 calls did 12 est. got 12 jobs i think i will raise my prices for the other half . but i do good work so 5 didn't need an est just can you do this if so do it jobs :):) next time i slow down i'll just tell you so it picks up :cool2: thanks

[joe the lawn guy]

Well, it is kinda hard to answer my phone while I am in the bathroom, lol. Im not one to go to the bathroom and talk on the phone. LOL:laugh:

o s**t i should not do that ?

[jpp]

Well, it is kinda hard to answer my phone while I am in the bathroom, lol. Im not one to go to the bathroom and talk on the phone. LOL:laugh:

That is all to funny. Did everything come out ok. :waving::waving::laugh:

[WALKER LANDSCAPE]

Hey felas how is everyone the storms have been crazy in OH today. Took the day off and fixed what needing to be fixed.

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Yes everything cam out fine JP, thanks for asking:laugh: Shouldnt have eaten those hot ass wings before I went to bed last night though:cry:

Joe, sometimes the ole #1 is fine on the phone, but I think all the grunting while dropping a stink pickle isnt too good for talking on the phone:laugh:

Josh, whats up old man?? Got rained on till 9:30am, then cut grass. Started raining again at 6pm

[jpp]

Hey felas how is everyone the storms have been crazy in OH today. Took the day off and fixed what needing to be fixed.

Josh,

You need to check out skyeye, that place is going nuts. Heading back over to it now.


JP

[KGR landscapeing]

ya i put a coat on for like 5 mins but i had to hand trim a bunch of hedges that fools stihl hedge trimmer is full of carbon. cant excpect much from him he dosent maintain anything. Brock you can go to lowes and get a 50cc husky backpack for 299 just a thought thats a big SOB thou. I dont recall what i payd for the little 125bt i have in the trailer now. but i will be buying a bigger backpack with in a week, and a kaw hedge trimmer my arms r upset with him. and my phone quit lastnight wont turn back on great so i woke up late

[Sydenstricker Landscaping]

Kevin, how much longer are you going to keep working with that fool?? Take your loot that you hopefully saved by working with him and do some good advertising and get your arse back in gear!!!!!!!!:weightlifter: I gotta ask, how did that whole contract fiasco go?

[KGR landscapeing]

Kevin, how much longer are you going to keep working with that fool?? Take your loot that you hopefully saved by working with him and do some good advertising and get your arse back in gear!!!!!!!!:weightlifter: I gotta ask, how did that whole contract fiasco go?

today was the last day or friday i am back mowing my stuff tomrrow actually i might be doing something friday with his guys just to round up alittle more cash. basicly my mother threw the book at him it was pretty funny actually

[Travis E]

Good for you kevin, the way you talked, it sure sounded like you worked for an inconsiderit guy.

[KGR landscapeing]

Good for you kevin, the way you talked, it sure sounded like you worked for an inconsiderit guy.

ya travis its a joke the worst part is i wish i had his work because id just steal his guys. they bust there butts for peanuts. if you actually gave them alittle it would be heck of a crew

[Travis E]

ya travis its a joke the worst part is i wish i had his work because id just steal his guys. they bust there butts for peanuts. if you actually gave them alittle it would be heck of a crew

gives you something to shoot for

[KGR landscapeing]

gives you something to shoot for

i know how it feels to work for a well oild company. i did that for 6 years then when i got realy sick i had no choice. i still have a job there but i cant give him the commitment that i personaly stand by. I am an all or nothing person and if i cant leave it all on the table. i wont leave any of it. so i tryd acouple other things golf course stuff and feild stripping building stuff, roofing. Got to know alittle of everything. so i went out on my own plowing is where i get my money right now i just save it all away. But as soon as i get the accounts i know a few good guys who will be getting some good offers. you gotta treat them right

[Clapper&Company]

well dinner was good.

Tom, u coluld of called me back :(

I Poop and Text all the time lol

[born2farm]

ya i put a coat on for like 5 mins but i had to hand trim a bunch of hedges that fools stihl hedge trimmer is full of carbon. cant excpect much from him he dosent maintain anything. Brock you can go to lowes and get a 50cc husky backpack for 299 just a thought thats a big SOB thou. I dont recall what i payd for the little 125bt i have in the trailer now. but i will be buying a bigger backpack with in a week, and a kaw hedge trimmer my arms r upset with him. and my phone quit lastnight wont turn back on great so i woke up late


i might have to check them out. the biggest reason for going with stihl is that there is a good dealer close. if i go with one from lowes im stuck basically taking it to any small engine shop. i figure by keeping all my equipment through the same dealer ill get better support especially when i go to buy a new mower from them.


is it still raining in everybodys neck of the wooks. we got enough rain last night that i wont be able to mow today. we have gotten all most 4.5in in the last 2 days

[Clapper&Company]

Its a great day to be a duck!

[StoneDevil]

i think a frog could drown is this rain

[KGR landscapeing]

i might have to check them out. the biggest reason for going with stihl is that there is a good dealer close. if i go with one from lowes im stuck basically taking it to any small engine shop. i figure by keeping all my equipment through the same dealer ill get better support especially when i go to buy a new mower from them.


is it still raining in everybodys neck of the wooks. we got enough rain last night that i wont be able to mow today. we have gotten all most 4.5in in the last 2 days

well brock my dad put 15 years in with toro right after highschool then spent 10 years as a small engine mechanic for the city here. so if i cant fix it from what i have learn and he cant then its junk. but actually my little backpack even cold in the morning full choke couple primes and one pull its running. But then again its my job to keep up on my equipment. stroke stuff is pretty fool proof for the first little bit enless you got lots of carbon

[Paradise Landscapes]

Going out fishing next few days, this and next few weekends. Who's with me?