How low to mount the striping roller?

[Esby]

I was wondering how low you recommend mounting your new striping roller? I purchased one last week for my 52" Lazer HP and we normally cut between 2.5 and 3 inches. Obviously you wouldn't want to mount it too low as it would dig on the turns, yet not too high because you want it to actually make a difference? Thanks for your adivce.

[eXmark]

Esby,

Sorry it took me so long to answer. The best result is to have the roller 1/2" to 3/4" of the ground. You don't want the roller on the ground when striping.

Thanks, Fred.

[Esby]

Have you had problems with it digging in on the sides when making sharper turns at that hieght?

[TLS]

Esby,

I cut at 3 1/4", the back edge of the deck is at 3" and the bottom of the roller is at 1 1/2" . Any lower and I find that I am digging in on a few lawns that I do at 2 3/4". Get a lock on your cutting height, and make sure the roller is at least 1" to 1 1/2" off the pavement or concrete floor. This will create beautiful stripes, and eliminate any gouging while turning into a berm.

Hope this helps!