Thunderhead
08-09-2009, 01:52 PM
Hello everybody,:waving:
I demoed the Super Z 60" with the 31 HP Kawasaki the other day, for a whole day. Awesome machine but I found it too "bulky" for me and I don't need to go 15 miles per hour.
I also cut with my buddy's new FasTrak the other day. It has the 21 hp Kawa with the 54" cut. I was on it for about 30 minutes. After getting off of it, thats what made me decide to take a look at the Hustler brand.
I am looking at the Hustler Z 60" and the new Z4 60". If I go with Hustler, these are the 2 models I am deciding between. I like the size of the Z4, but think it is priced too high because it don't have the XR-7 deck...I am curious and have some questions.
1) Is the 25 hp Kawasaki is enough engine for the Hustler Z 60, or should I go with the 29 HP Kawa ??
2) How many trouble free hours should I expect out of a Hustler mower, with performing the proper care and maintenance right at, or before, the recommended service intervals (changing fluids, filters, sharpening the blades, greasing machine, etc...)? I take Great Pride in taking care of and doing the "up-keep" on my equipment.
3) Do ya'll think the Z4 is really worth the money, compared to the regular Hustler Z ?
If I buy Hustler, I would want the steering extension kit, the best seat and suspension made for that particular model, the mulch kit, and the light kit. I do not think I would want the flex forks because of the scalping issues I've heard about.
Along with stopping by the local dealer about 3 times a week, I have been talking to Pj through many e-mails. He has been very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. I just wanna say "Thank You" for putting up with me and all my questions that I've had. I sure hope I haven't aggravated you too much. Its just that I am fixing to spend a lot of money and have to make damn sure I know what I'm getting into. I will either be buying a Hustler or Exmark within the next 6 days from today, and I'm kinda leaning alittle more towards the Hustler brand...Either way I go, Thanks again, Pj.:)
Thunderhead
I demoed the Super Z 60" with the 31 HP Kawasaki the other day, for a whole day. Awesome machine but I found it too "bulky" for me and I don't need to go 15 miles per hour.
I also cut with my buddy's new FasTrak the other day. It has the 21 hp Kawa with the 54" cut. I was on it for about 30 minutes. After getting off of it, thats what made me decide to take a look at the Hustler brand.
I am looking at the Hustler Z 60" and the new Z4 60". If I go with Hustler, these are the 2 models I am deciding between. I like the size of the Z4, but think it is priced too high because it don't have the XR-7 deck...I am curious and have some questions.
1) Is the 25 hp Kawasaki is enough engine for the Hustler Z 60, or should I go with the 29 HP Kawa ??
2) How many trouble free hours should I expect out of a Hustler mower, with performing the proper care and maintenance right at, or before, the recommended service intervals (changing fluids, filters, sharpening the blades, greasing machine, etc...)? I take Great Pride in taking care of and doing the "up-keep" on my equipment.
3) Do ya'll think the Z4 is really worth the money, compared to the regular Hustler Z ?
If I buy Hustler, I would want the steering extension kit, the best seat and suspension made for that particular model, the mulch kit, and the light kit. I do not think I would want the flex forks because of the scalping issues I've heard about.
Along with stopping by the local dealer about 3 times a week, I have been talking to Pj through many e-mails. He has been very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. I just wanna say "Thank You" for putting up with me and all my questions that I've had. I sure hope I haven't aggravated you too much. Its just that I am fixing to spend a lot of money and have to make damn sure I know what I'm getting into. I will either be buying a Hustler or Exmark within the next 6 days from today, and I'm kinda leaning alittle more towards the Hustler brand...Either way I go, Thanks again, Pj.:)
Thunderhead