Kansas City!!!!

[AmesLandscaping]

Hey guys where can I get some new blades for a 36 inch walk behind lesco mower..... When I look up lesco it takes me to the john deere home page on the internet..... But can anybody tell me where to get some or are the interchangable with any other brands--- like a 36 inch deere????? Thanks gang, Alex

[KCfireman]

Hey guys where can I get some new blades for a 36 inch walk behind lesco mower..... When I look up lesco it takes me to the john deere home page on the internet..... But can anybody tell me where to get some or are the interchangable with any other brands--- like a 36 inch deere????? Thanks gang, Alex
John Deere owns lesco now if you didnt know that. You should probably check out Van Wall or Reynold Lawn and Liesure.

[IN2MOWN]

Hey guys where can I get some new blades for a 36 inch walk behind lesco mower..... When I look up lesco it takes me to the john deere home page on the internet..... But can anybody tell me where to get some or are the interchangable with any other brands--- like a 36 inch deere????? Thanks gang, Alex



http://www.mowmore.com/

[paolaken]

how about lesco in olathe. also if there is a cub cadet dealer by you they have the same machine but in red or yellow. but, the cub dealers are always way higher than lesco. www.j-thomas.com is another option.

[mott413]

John Deere G15 36 in.
15 HP Engine
Pro Slide XT

$1600 for Mower
$1850 for Mower and Proslide
I'm knocking the price down.

$1450 for mower
$1700 for mower and proslide

[paolaken]

Hey guys where can I get some new blades for a 36 inch walk behind lesco mower..... When I look up lesco it takes me to the john deere home page on the internet..... But can anybody tell me where to get some or are the interchangable with any other brands--- like a 36 inch deere????? Thanks gang, Alex

also there is a mower part warehouse in olathe that has about everything. AES on old k c road. just down from lesco

[KCfireman]

also there is a mower part warehouse in olathe that has about everything. AES on old k c road. just down from lesco
Lesco is no longer there. John Deere purchased the company and now that lesco building is a john deere building.

[paolaken]

Lesco is no longer there. John Deere purchased the company and now that lesco building is a john deere building.

yep, but everything inside still says lesco

[cod8825]

turfcobob:

I do applications for both small residential to several seven acre plus yards. I would definitely be interested. I live in Harrisonville MO which is about 20 miles south of KC but would be willing to drive into the city for this. Unfortunately I am not sure of a location.

Matt

[mott413]

I'm knocking the price down.

$1450 for mower
$1700 for mower and proslide
Mower sold, Proslide still for sale for $300.

[br549oicu8]

I have a Kees 48 Dual Hydro that is immaculate with a pro-slide and a bagger for $1800 listed with pics in the for sale section.
Right up here in Leavenworth!!

[mott413]

Proslide XT For Sale.

$300

[paolaken]

alittle more rain would be nice.:clapping:

[mott413]

Proslide XT For Sale.

$300
Sold......

[mowingizbestsport]

Is anyone selling any mowers at the end of the year? I'm wanting to pick up a couple more encore hydros. PM me

[llllllll]

I have a 48" Wright Stander and a 36" Snapper Hydro for sale in the classifieds if anyone is interested PM me

[IN2MOWN]

So who's getting out of the business at the end of the season?

[HazellLawnCare]

If anyone is getting out of the business this seaso let me know. I would like to grow the size of my business for next spring and would be interested in buying some accounts. I am also curious about you Missouri guys that work in Kansas, is there any headache involved with taxes and such for operating "out of state".

[cod8825]

Ya don't do it. JK I run close to sixty residential accounts in Kansas Johnson County and some of them are unbelievable in how paticular they are. Taxes and such are nothing though.

[KCfireman]

I heard there calling for some pretty nasty T-Storms tonight!!!!!!!!! Its been bone dry here for the last two weeks. I guess it hit 102 yesterday out at New Century Airport!!:blob2: Lets hope that we get this heavy rain tonight. BTW when it comes to weather who do you all turn to? I personally like Lezak. Its seems like he is always dead on with the forcast.

[bandbmowing]

Does anyone live mow in Bucyrus, KS? If so are you interesting in being a sub to mow a 5 acre lot? If you are please send me a pm.

thanks

[KCfireman]

Im getting sick and tired of this weather. What happened to all that rain we were getting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!??????? I have lawns that i havent mowed in three weeks! And i dont like the fact like area North of the river are getting pounded by these T-storms every night and getting 2"+ of rain with them and their only 40 mins away!!!! Why are we getting missed so much here in JOCO

[THRIFTY]

Im getting sick and tired of this weather. What happened to all that rain we were getting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!??????? I have lawns that i havent mowed in three weeks! And i dont like the fact like area North of the river are getting pounded by these T-storms every night and getting 2"+ of rain with them and their only 40 mins away!!!! Why are we getting missed so much here in JOCO

I agree, its time for a rain dance! Haha, alot of my yards have been receiving nothing but Khaki stripes lately!! Oh well, this is to be expected this time of year...

[KCfireman]

the entire metro area is now under a tornado watch. maybe we'll get something tonight!

[foggyjr5]

Hey guys,

I know that this is a long shot, but...

I am from Omaha. I have a uncle that lives in Kansas City. He is needing some grading work done and I was wondering if anyone has a skid loader out around the Overland Park/Gardner/Spring Hill area. If you do please let me know I would like to talk to you. Also if anyone has a dump truck there too.

Thanks, Matt

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

As a matter of fact we have both. PM me a number and we can talk.

[paolaken]

Does anyone live mow in Bucyrus, KS? If so are you interesting in being a sub to mow a 5 acre lot? If you are please send me a pm.

thanks

i sent you a pm, did you get it?

[mott413]

I just noticed something on one of my lawns. The grass is dead where my mower tire tracks are. I know it's been dry and the grass is turning brown but is this normal that the tire tracks would stand out that much more?

[KCfireman]

depends. What mower are you using? If you mowed the lawn one time when it was wet that could very well be the problem. I had one lawn that was on a slope and i though i could mow it with the stander. It turned out fine but for some reason it killed the grass where i mowed! Do a new pattern next time you mow that yard.

[mott413]

It was mowed with a stander and it is on a slope. I don't think I mowed it when it was wet. It's almost impossible to mow in different pattern. It's between a pool and a fence and I can make 3 passes with a 36 inch cut.

[robertsturf]

It's called heat stress, very common during the summer months. It should grow out of it with cooler weather (ha,ha) or watering the area in the am's. Try and mow these area's or lawns during the cooler part of the day's. These lawns are usually the driest lawns.

[mott413]

I just switched to a heavier mower and wanted to make sure that wasn't the problem. Maybe I just don't remember seeing it with my other mower.

[Travel'n Trees]

next month we are going to do a plv, topsoil sale. if interested give us a call.

[IN2MOWN]

Keep water handy the next few days. Its going to get HOT.

[carcrz]

next month we are going to do a plv, topsoil sale. if interested give us a call.

plv? care to explain.

[carcrz]

Anyone know anywhere to get mulch down by Bolivar (Pomme de Terre Lake area)? I just need a yard or so for a friend's lake house that we go to on the weekends.

[KCfireman]

7.2" of Rain here at 11032 W. 108th terrace!!!! Finally!!!!!

[vaughnslawns]

polverised

[carcrz]

gotcha. Little tired last night.

[vaughnslawns]

HOT.... but still growing!!!

[cleancutccl]

what kind of blades are people running on their standers. I have a 48 and a 52 running fusion high lifts on the 48" but thinking of fusion mulch blades. anyone with any experience with these in wet grass?

[paolaken]

i'm looking for a used enclosed trailer. 6x12 or so, side door and back doors, not a ramp. aleast 6' inside height. anyone have one or see one let me know. thanks, kenny 913-259-1496

[ffemtmcd]

i'm looking for a used enclosed trailer. 6x12 or so, side door and back doors, not a ramp. aleast 6' inside height. anyone have one or see one let me know. thanks, kenny 913-259-1496

There's one N of 151st on Gardner Rd. - don't know the price but it looks in good shape. Next time I go by I can get a number for ya.

[paolaken]

There's one N of 151st on Gardner Rd. - don't know the price but it looks in good shape. Next time I go by I can get a number for ya.

thanks, i just went and looked at it. it is a beast of a trailer. i'll keep it in mind but will still be looking.

[GFTC]

I have a customer in Stillwell, KS who needs their lawn taken care of while their house is for sale. No hacks please, this is my mother and has already been taken advantage of. I service the Northland only, and it's just too far for me, but I would be happy to throw referals down South for anyone who takes good care of her.
Thanks,
Brandon Grosko
Grosko Family Lawn & Tree Care

[Turf Cutters]

Hey Brandon, I mow in Stillwell, send me a pm. Thanks, scott.

[paolaken]

this thread made it to the second page. can't let that happen. wow what a year for weather. i'll take this every year.

[ffemtmcd]

no kidding - it's been great. How's biz in the big P??

[paolaken]

no kidding - it's been great. How's biz in the big P??

been good, very busy. how about gardner?

[ffemtmcd]

Not too bad - for a "new" guy - do you know anyone who can straighten a mower deck at a reasonable rate??

[vaughnslawns]

zzzzz......

[THRIFTY]

This thread has been too quiet! How everyone season going??? The grass has been pretty good to me this year! Has anyone been out doing aerations yet???

[IN2MOWN]

This thread has been too quiet! How everyone season going??? The grass has been pretty good to me this year! Has anyone been out doing aerations yet???



Decent year. Ill start seeding probably next week and then its into cleanups. Im thinking of buying a plow this winter.

[ffemtmcd]

Getting my schedule ready for aerations now. I hope all's well with everyone. Hopefully this threads been quiet because we're all out mowin in the dough.

[THRIFTY]

Decent year. Ill start seeding probably next week and then its into cleanups. Im thinking of buying a plow this winter.

Didn't you say you plowed for Boresow? If you end up getting a plow and need a grunt to salt walks and do misc. :waving:

[IN2MOWN]

Didn't you say you plowed for Boresow? If you end up getting a plow and need a grunt to salt walks and do misc. :waving:

yes, I have plowed for him for 14 years now but I have enough to do now to where I should get my own. Ill keep you in mind though. I should have about 50 - 60 places to do and right now I have nobody lined up to help me.

[itsallaboutthestripes]

yes, I have plowed for him for 14 years now but I have enough to do now to where I should get my own. Ill keep you in mind though. I should have about 50 - 60 places to do and right now I have nobody lined up to help me.

If you have 50 or 60 places to do you better get more than 1 plow. I have 30 lots and 3 HOA's and it takes 4 trucks 20-24 hours to get through a 2-3 inch storm.

[IN2MOWN]

If you have 50 or 60 places to do you better get more than 1 plow. I have 30 lots and 3 HOA's and it takes 4 trucks 20-24 hours to get through a 2-3 inch storm.



On a 2-3 inch storm I take care of 6 commercial lots and 80 houses with one truck. Takes me about 20 hours.

[Hamons]

Just a quick recommendation of a local fertilizer and turf products dealer. Virgil at ProSource One has always treated me well. However, this week, he went above and beyond and blew me away. I was receiving my order of a couple pallets of seed and fertilizer. He delivers it to my home as usual. Since thunderstorms were in the forecast he hand stacked all of it against my garage door and then covered it with a tarp off his own truck and made sure it was secure. I called my wife to see if the order had been delivered yet because I was going to have run home and get ti inside before t-storms hit. She said I didn't need to because of how well he had taken care of it. His prices will beat Lesco every time and his service is incredible. If you need fertilizer, seed or herbicides -- Call him Pro Source One Virgil Beavan (816)679-1992

[vaughnslawns]

i have heard good things of him. think he lives in raymore?

[carcrz]

I wish. I think Olathe. That's one of the main reasons I haven't used them. I've pretty much just used Lesco/JDL because they are the only ones on our side of town that I'm aware of. On occasion I'll use **** (drawing a blank - off Lackman Rd) if I'm going to be in the area.

[ffemtmcd]

BWI perhaps??

[ffemtmcd]

Where is pro source at - I can't seem to find them in the book.

[robertsturf]

Pro Source is in St Joseph, Mo. The one on Lackman is Helena

[ffemtmcd]

Oh yeah - forgot that one!!

[carcrz]

Helena Chemical. Drawing a blank earlier.

[Hamons]

I don't htink ProSource one has a location that you can go to shop at. I just call Virgil and he delivers it to my house the next morning.

[carcrz]

Does anyone know of a used Skid Steer Grapple Bucket for sale? condition doesn't really matter as long as the steel's good.

[KCfireman]

Does anyone know of a used Skid Steer Grapple Bucket for sale? condition doesn't really matter as long as the steel's good.Check in with Dean Caterpillar. They migh be able to find you one.

[Travel'n Trees]

check with steve Lospietch over at case in belton tell him sent you he is by your house. I might need one too. If they have a good deal. Also there is that place downtown ( I think Budget Equipment) that makes them real good prices if you want new.

[carcrz]

check with steve Lospietch over at case in belton tell him sent you he is by your house. I might need one too. If they have a good deal. Also there is that place downtown ( I think Budget Equipment) that makes them real good prices if you want new.

Long day I take it? I think I deciphered that to possibly mean Rex Spencer in Belton.

[gander54]

I know this is a lawn care site. But I was wondering if anyone knows where I can buy some roadrunner ice melt preferably up north of the river. Hell any ice melt supplier north of the river would be good.

Thanks

[Tom5301]

Call this guy they will deliver to you and they are real reasonable his name is Jack 785-925-0479

[Loy's Home Services, LLC]

If anyone needs a good old plow truck I'm going to sell my old chevy with a 7.5 meyers on it. email for pics loyshomeservices@yahoo.com

[Travel'n Trees]

I always forget their name

[Adam3669]

if there is a Home Depot north of the river, I know they usually carry pallets of the road Runner

[Envision]

Well, we left 19 hangin' due to the rain starting yesterday. I guess we should put the floatation tires and the aqua-blades on to finish up! Too bad it isn't that easy....

[vaughnslawns]

:cry:long week ahead

[carcrz]

nothing new though. I usually end up just toughing it out through the rain, but when I walked out the door & couldn't see the street I just turned around & sat back in my recliner. I ended up mowing a bunch of my residentials w/ the walk-behind this go around. Looked good considering the conditions, but took about twice as long.

[THRIFTY]

Today the stander was looking more like a hydro-plane than a mower! Haha!

[bottlefed89]

I sent you a pm about a grapple bucket I have if you're still needing one. I have a bucket truck for sale if anyone knows anybody wanting one.
bottlefed89@hotmail.com

[carcrz]

still needing one. Sent you a PM

[carcrz]

Stolen sometime mid-day today out of dad's garage on 150 hwy: Stihl BR600 Backpack blower (about 1 yr old), red pressure washer - missing handle grip padding, upright Coleman Air compressor, arc welder, acetylene torch w/ red carrying tote.

[carcrz]

SN on the blower is 268071611

[IN2MOWN]

A buddie of mine just had an $800.00 Sthil quickie saw stolen and 30 gallons of diesel in yellow cans taken.

When will people just go get jobs and buy their own stuff?

[robertsturf]

Does anyone know of an asphalt contractor on the Missouri side? I am building a detached garage for my equipment and need to run a drive to the back.

[Travel'n Trees]

I've lost a red max trimmer, generator,(this Spring) and diesel the other day.

[Travel'n Trees]

anyone know of a good honest John deere dealer that works on skids close to K.C. I have tried VAN WALL they are way bad, HERITAGE was pretty dishonest,but MURPHY seems to be the worst.

[IN2MOWN]

anyone know of a good honest John deere dealer that works on skids close to K.C. I have tried VAN WALL they are way bad, HERITAGE was pretty dishonest,but MURPHY seems to be the worst.

I use Reynolds in Shawnee. I dont know if they work on skids but the 2 owners are the best guys around.

[carcrz]

anyone know of a good honest John deere dealer that works on skids close to K.C. I have tried VAN WALL they are way bad, HERITAGE was pretty dishonest,but MURPHY seems to be the worst.

Have you thought about asking Bledsoe Rentals? I know United has worked on some of my stuff before. I know Bledsoe has John Deere equipment though.

[carcrz]

Who are you guys getting your salt from this year? I think I'm going to order about 25 tons to get me started & go from there. Have to see about getting an enclosed dumpster for storage.

[vaughnslawns]

Dave ..... A 1 truck repair on north scott. across from ... lots of mushrooms lately

[KCfireman]

does anyone know anything about those two KCK Police officers that were killed last night in the line of duty?

[IN2MOWN]

does anyone know anything about those two KCK Police officers that were killed last night in the line of duty?


The only officers I heard about were the 2 that were involved in the wreck. one died because of injuries and the other died from a self inflicted gunshot wound.

[vaughnslawns]

across from medicine shop.. is what i meant!!!!! lots of fungus mushrooms in yards last few weeks

[IN2MOWN]

Got a lead for someone if they want it. Its up near 435 and leavenworth rd near the legends. Its only a 1 or 2 time cut but it might turn into something more.

PM for me details and Ill give you her name and #.

[KCfireman]

bump it up! Nice rain today btw.

[vaughnslawns]

yep! hope to get that seed going!!!!:dancing:

[Green Acres]

Anyone looking for any help with snow removal have two trucks and bobcat with plows.

[br549oicu8]

Anybody else besides me going to Louisville next week????

[KCfireman]

what in the world is the GIE expo??

[ffemtmcd]

It's like the fire expo only for lawncare folks

[KCfireman]

oh. You missed a good truck fire after you left friday.

[Regankc]

Looking to compare notes on leaf clean up techniques.

This task in particular is one that is expensive (time consuming), but yields small amounts of perceived value due since a day later the property looks as if nothing had been done. I’m always looking for better, more efficient methods, so I can create more value for the business and the customer.

The technique we prefer is to blow everything from the beds, curbs, and fence lines edges, into the main part of the yard, and then mow in spirals tossing everything into the center, grinding as we go (gator blades). Then rake the pile(s) on to tarps, empty into the truck/trailer, then mow and bag the remnants. Some of the pulverized debris makes its way to the turf, much is hauled away. The end result is a clean, leaf-free yard.

An average Johnson County lot with mature trees around can take 4-6 labor hours. At times I wonder if would be more efficient to just rake the entire yard onto numerous tarps and take more trips to the refuse center.

What methods have you found to work best?

[IN2MOWN]

Looking to compare notes on leaf clean up techniques.

This task in particular is one that is expensive (time consuming), but yields small amounts of perceived value due since a day later the property looks as if nothing had been done. I’m always looking for better, more efficient methods, so I can create more value for the business and the customer.

The technique we prefer is to blow everything from the beds, curbs, and fence lines edges, into the main part of the yard, and then mow in spirals tossing everything into the center, grinding as we go (gator blades). Then rake the pile(s) on to tarps, empty into the truck/trailer, then mow and bag the remnants. Some of the pulverized debris makes its way to the turf, much is hauled away. The end result is a clean, leaf-free yard.

An average Johnson County lot with mature trees around can take 4-6 labor hours. At times I wonder if would be more efficient to just rake the entire yard onto numerous tarps and take more trips to the refuse center.

What methods have you found to work best?



Thats exactly what I do Regan but 4-6 hours in labor???

I can get an average house done in 1.0 -2.0 hours.

Pick up the pace man!

[wright5223]

I'm going to the Expo leaving thurs morning and coming back Sat.!

[carcrz]

have fun!

As for the leaves, Billy Goat Industries had a post a week or so ago that they were wanting some people to demo some equipment. Might be something you'd want to check in to. They are located off of 291 Hwy, just south of 50 Hwy in Lee's Summit.

I myself am using a Walker mower & then dumping it into the bed of my truck. I am trying to figure out a way to bag nuts though. A leaf vac is the only thing I can think of that might have enough suction to do it though.

[ffemtmcd]

On the leaf subject - Last year I just bagged as I mowed, it was recommended that I mow/mulch yard first then bag (better pick up). I am trying that this year.

how do you all bill for "clean ups" while in mowing season?? Do you just add to your mowing price or is it a whole different billing category?? Any and all help is appreciated. - Thanks

[ffemtmcd]

oh. You missed a good truck fire after you left friday.

I did?? Oh, well - there'll be others - how'd ya do??

[KCfireman]

not bad. We were all at sonic in my pov and left davis and kelley back at the station cause they were sleeping

[IN2MOWN]

On the leaf subject - Last year I just bagged as I mowed, it was recommended that I mow/mulch yard first then bag (better pick up). I am trying that this year.

how do you all bill for "clean ups" while in mowing season?? Do you just add to your mowing price or is it a whole different billing category?? Any and all help is appreciated. - Thanks




When I mow and bag leafs without doing a full leaf cleanup I usually just tack on between $15-$30 depending on the amount of extra time that is spent there.

On the invoice it reads:

Lawn Mowing + Bag Leafs

[Regankc]

IN2MOWN, thanks for the benefit of the doubt. We work at an aggressive pace, I assure you this is not the issue. Can you really clear an average yard with mature trees in 2 labor hours, once the leaves have fallen? The yards I'm thinking of will produce a truck bed (2cy or more) of pulverized debris, which is rather heavy and makes for difficult work.

Our method may not be superb, but it is definitely not the physical effort or speed we exert.

[IN2MOWN]

IN2MOWN, thanks for the benefit of the doubt. We work at an aggressive pace, I assure you this is not the issue. Can you really clear an average yard with mature trees in 2 labor hours, once the leaves have fallen? The yards I'm thinking of will produce a truck bed (2cy or more) of pulverized debris, which is rather heavy and makes for difficult work.

Our method may not be superb, but it is definitely not the physical effort or speed we exert.




How often do you clean them? In the fall when they are really dropping I do every house about every 10 days so Im not stuck at the end of the year doing one giant cleanup.

[robertsturf]

Under commercial mowing section look up my thread "New Leaf Toy". That is how we pick up our leaves. I am making some improvements to it for this season. I will post some pic's when I am finished.

[Jay19LM]

The new Home Depot at 152 hwy & Ambassador Dr has a tool rental dept. Their aereator rents a whole lot cheaper than what I found in Smithville. They have a bunch of other tools & equipment too. Their # is 816-741-2580.

Jay

[Regankc]

How often do you clean them? In the fall when they are really dropping I do every house about every 10 days so Im not stuck at the end of the year doing one giant cleanup.

Generally, in areas with mature trees, we're performing three leaf cleanups (this is in addition to October mowings, which may contain mark ups for bagging small amounts of leaves):
-- early November: ususally a medium to large clean up
-- week of Thanksgiving: usually a large leaf clean up as well as a fall cleaning which includes removing perennials, and other such items that should be cut down)
--the final leaf pick up will be done when all the leaves are off the trees; this may be pushed to the spring, depending on the weather and volume of leaves

[carcrz]

Once the leaves are falling, I start bagging all of my residential lawns. I raise the deck on the Walker as high as it will go so I get as little grass as possible, but still leave a clean cut lawn when I leave. I charge my regular rate for mowing + $7 per hopper load.

[KCfireman]

very high chances of rain tomorrow, wed, and thurs!:cry::dizzy:

[ffemtmcd]

Thanks for the input to date - all sounds good

[carcrz]

very high chances of rain tomorrow, wed, and thurs!:cry::dizzy:

1 - 3" & chance for flurries at the end of the storm! Better get the plows & spreaders ready. There's not much longer until we'll be pushing the white stuff.

[KCfireman]

i know what ya' mean! I would like to purchase something bigger than a 1/2 ton. Probably a 3/4 ton or 1 ton for snow removal.

[Green Acres]

Does anyone need bulk salt for this year?

[paolaken]

1 - 3" & chance for flurries at the end of the storm! Better get the plows & spreaders ready. There's not much longer until we'll be pushing the white stuff.

i hope not. to much work left to do. maybe snow after the new year.

[IN2MOWN]

i hope not. to much work left to do. maybe snow after the new year.



We wont get any snow. They are now lowering the rain chances to 30% for Thursday.

[rjgolfer]

Looking to buy a used Isuzu NPR cabover.....3-5 years old. Tired of the truck/tailer combo:(....Have seen some cabover's being used in KC and looks a heck of a lot easier than using my trailer!!!

[paolaken]

We wont get any snow. They are now lowering the rain chances to 30% for Thursday.

i didn't mean thursday. i was talking about November, December.

[IN2MOWN]

i didn't mean thursday. i was talking about November, December.



I quoted the wrong post. Sorry.

[paolaken]

I quoted the wrong post. Sorry.

no problem

[KCfireman]

this might be enough rain to keep me from mowing till friday, maybe sat!

[carcrz]

Does anyone need bulk salt for this year?

I do. PM me w/ some details.

[KCfireman]

anybody else sick of this rain? I am!:cry::dizzy:

[carcrz]

better than drought I guess. It should be out of here tomorrow I think.

[KCfireman]

thats what its looking like. Ill be watching Lezak tonight

[robertsturf]

Tomorrow? We mowed all day!! Kind of damp but not as bad as I thought it would be. Thank goodness we haven't started leaf clean-ups!!

[KCfireman]

your right. Im gonna go out and mow a couple lawns.

[IN2MOWN]

I think Im going to take another day off Friday and get everything ready for leaf season. Head back out Monday and start my Fall sced. for cleanups.

[robertsturf]

Shoot we have been getting our leaf trailer ready for the last week off and on. We spent 3 days last week-end painting,wiring and getting it ready to suck-em up!!!

[KCfireman]

Temps are suppose to warm up for a little while this week.:rolleyes:

[vaughnslawns]

was a great day. very productive:dancing: lots o leaf dust.:cry:

[KCfireman]

You dont happen to know Alan Vaughn do you?

[vaughnslawns]

negative.:nono:

[KCfireman]

hmmmm....i knew a dirt track racer who was from the belton area and his last name was vaughn.

[THRIFTY]

Feels like spring around here again! Happy Halloween!

[IN2MOWN]

Guys, I have a trailer Im getting rid of soon. Its a 6X12 with plywood walls and its a dual axle.

Im replacing the walls on it, painting it, and putting new lights on. It's a heavy duty trailer that would be great for a leaf loader or for hauling much or dirt.

I will be asking around $1000.00 for it if anyone is interested and you can come by and take a look at it.

[HazellLawnCare]

Anyone have a place to get some good railroad ties? I have a couple walls that they are wanting to redo but don't want to spring for retaining wall blocks.

[KCLandscape]

47 Th and Antioch in Merriam has a bunch of ties, is it J & J Asphalt?

[MSG]

I am a small operator out of south Overland Park, and am in need of a reliable stand-on. Nothing larger than 48". Do you know where I can find one?

[IN2MOWN]

I am a small operator out of south Overland Park, and am in need of a reliable stand-on. Nothing larger than 48". Do you know where I can find one?

Might want to check out Craigslist or call some dealers and see if they have any trade ins or winter deals going.

[THRIFTY]

I am a small operator out of south Overland Park, and am in need of a reliable stand-on. Nothing larger than 48". Do you know where I can find one?

2008 36IN WRIGHT/19HP Kaw/145HR/ORIGINAL OWNER/ WARRANTY/GRASS GOBBLER/ $5K FIRM. PM me if interested.

[paolaken]

i'm looking for a meyers 7.5' or 8' blade. blade only, messed one up last year and looking for another. also have a friend selling his older ford truck with a western salt spreader on the back, $1,200.00 let me know if anyone has a old blade laying around.

[vaughnslawns]

let me check. think i know where a blade is:waving:

[paolaken]

let me check. think i know where a blade is:waving:

cool, let me know. kenny, 913-259-1496

[vaughnslawns]

$200.00 for a westeren blade only. same as myers i think. interested.?

[paolaken]

$200.00 for a westeren blade only. same as myers i think. interested.?

not the same mount. different size pins. thanks though.

[vaughnslawns]

sorry rechecked he said "was a myers blade" but it is red.

[paolaken]

sorry rechecked he said "was a myers blade" but it is red.

ok, now we're talking. what size? where at? condition? thanks

[AmesLandscaping]

I have some stuff for sale...... kcksnowman@yahoo.com or stomperalex@hotmail.com




Meyer's/myer's chevy/gmc-- ez classic 2 frame mount--- Will fit any chevy 4x4 with a solid axle in the front!!!!! WILL NOT FIT ANY IFS TRUCK MADE FROM 1988 OR NEWER!!!!!!!!! $250.00

Western mount and pump with meyer's/myer's blade... needs new hose's and controler cable system... was burnt in a fire....came off a 1986 f-250 4x4.... should fit 100% 1980 to 1997 trucks or bronco's..... $350.00

[AmesLandscaping]

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/stomperalex/snowplowmounts002.jpg

[AmesLandscaping]

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/stomperalex/10-16-08008-1.jpg

[AmesLandscaping]

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/stomperalex/10-16-08012-1.jpg

[vaughnslawns]

ya get it?

[vaughnslawns]

mine r up and ready to go :cool2:

[vaughnslawns]

nice cold morning for clean ups:cry:

[IN2MOWN]

nice cold morning for clean ups:cry:

Probably time to break the thermals out.

BTW, if anyone is looking for company Tee-Shirts check this place out.

http://www.kansastees.com/

I just had tee-shirts and hoodies done for a pretty good price.

[IN2MOWN]

Cold air moving back in boys. Bundle up.

[vaughnslawns]

http://www.kansastees.com/ whats the dealeo

[IN2MOWN]

http://www.kansastees.com/ whats the dealeo



Its only a single page website with his contact info on it if thats what you are wondering.

My wife actually dealt with him so I dont have to much info on him besides he did a really good job inexpensivly...

[IN2MOWN]

Any Chiefs fans here?

I have 2 tickets and a parking pass to the SD game in December. 50 yard line, 2 rows up on the visitors side. Asking $200 for them or make me an offer.

[vaughnslawns]

how much per shirt? just got some up on main street. $12 each

[cod8825]

IN2MOWN:

Sure I will take $200 to go watch the chiefs get clobbered this Sunday.

Matt

[paolaken]

anyone listen to 101 the fox? what happened to the morning show of moffet and franke? if you go to their web site it takes you to a different location now.

[IN2MOWN]

how much per shirt? just got some up on main street. $12 each

$50.00 for setup

T's are $12.00
Hoodies are $17.00
Sweatshirts are $10.00

[ffemtmcd]

IN2MOWN:

Sure I will take $200 to go watch the chiefs get clobbered this Sunday.

Matt

Now that was funny!!!:laugh:

[HazellLawnCare]

Anyone have a cheap place to buy rainbow rock? I would like to buy it in bulk.

[F3Nelso]

2008 36IN WRIGHT/19HP Kaw/145HR/ORIGINAL OWNER/ WARRANTY/GRASS GOBBLER/ $5K FIRM. PM me if interested.

Thats a GREAT deal, where were you when I bought mine in spring...

[vaughnslawns]

Anyone have a cheap place to buy rainbow rock? I would like to buy it in bulk.
travilin trees.

[Travel'n Trees]

Hey Vaughn thanks for the tip on the welder. I let him do it and then some more. This guy justs beefs it up strong.

[IN2MOWN]

Thats a GREAT deal, where were you when I bought mine in spring...

Hows everything going Mike?

[F3Nelso]

Hows everything going Mike?


Hey man,

good to seeya again, Ive been absent here for a while.


Id say things are going pretty well so far, what with all the rain we have had this year, growing season never stopped!!!


How are things on your end, we never did get together yet for those adult beverages. Im pretty sure Ive still got your number, Ill give you a shout when the leaves start to tapper off.

[IN2MOWN]

Hey man,

good to seeya again, Ive been absent here for a while.


Id say things are going pretty well so far, what with all the rain we have had this year, growing season never stopped!!!


How are things on your end, we never did get together yet for those adult beverages. Im pretty sure Ive still got your number, Ill give you a shout when the leaves start to tapper off.

Starting to wind down. I have one more round of cleanups to do which should take most of December and then Ill pack it in for the year.

Gimmie a buzz and we can meet up.

[carcrz]

Any of you guys do Christmas Light installs?

[Tom5301]

I have a friend that installs he is real good and cheap his name is Rick 913-238-1344

[wright5223]

I'm ready for the season to come to a close! It's going to take a few days for these leaves to dry out to do anything with I still have about 20 more clean-ups to do:cry:, Cutting grass is easy compared to dealing with leaves! Well it about time to start my winter program Lifting weights:weightlifter: a waiting for it to SNOW!

[IN2MOWN]

I'm ready for the season to come to a close! It's going to take a few days for these leaves to dry out to do anything with I still have about 20 more clean-ups to do:cry:, Cutting grass is easy compared to dealing with leaves! Well it about time to start my winter program Lifting weights:weightlifter: a waiting for it to SNOW!



Im ready also. I need a month or so off to get some stuff down around the house and wind down.

I still have all my final cleanups to do so I have about 40-50 houses to do. Im hoping to get them done throughout December and then pack it in.

Cutting grass is a piece of cake but there is good money in cleanups.

[IN2MOWN]

Damn snow, not enough to push and to much to cover the leafs.

[wright5223]

Yeah I was ready to spread some salt this morning but no go! better luck next time:cry:

[carcrz]

Yeah I was ready to spread some salt this morning but no go! better luck next time:cry:

Same here. Oh well. I honestly would rather not worry about snow this year. I have other stuff going on I'd rather do this year.

[Travel'n Trees]

Same here. Oh well. I honestly would rather not worry about snow this year. I have other stuff going on I'd rather do this year. Yeah but you are the first one ready for it.

[paolaken]

not ready here. havn't even looked at the snow equipment. too busy.

[cod8825]

Went out and salted one highend account last night we all have A grade accounts this one doesn't want to ever see snow.

[carcrz]

Yeah but you are the first one ready for it.

Because I like to get done sooner rather than later. :sleeping:

[wright5223]

AMEN!!! We mite have some work tomarrow! I'd rither spread then see another leaf!

[Travel'n Trees]

I better get serious tonight and in the morning.

[carcrz]

I better get serious tonight and in the morning.

I'll believe it when I see it. You just need to get up earlier in the morning instead of staying up all night. Can't get anything done in the dark!:drinkup:

[Travel'n Trees]

Now all I have to check and start all of the snow blowers. All 14 of them.

[Green Acres]

Does anyone know of anyone wanting to sell a sod installer for big rolls?

[Adam3669]

Did anyone here get a chance to put a bid in on the Pinehurst Estates HOA?

[wright5223]

What's that?

[Travel'n Trees]

A old subdivision on 103 and antioch it used to be very well off.

[Turf Cutters]

I have seen a lot of different companies taking care of Pinehurst over the last few years.

[IN2MOWN]

Im in the process of putting a bid together this week for Pinehurst. Did you put one in Adam?

[Envision]

Any of you guys on here do residential snow removal? I maintain a handful of accounts with a snowblower, just curious who else does residentials with a blower or with a plow.

[IN2MOWN]

Any of you guys on here do residential snow removal? I maintain a handful of accounts with a snowblower, just curious who else does residentials with a blower or with a plow.

I help the guy out I started with during the winter but we have never used snowblowers. Plows and shovels for sidewalks. Thats it.

[robertsturf]

We have two HOA's we do, 39 driveways and walks. We have found that commercial grade snow-blowers(single stage Toro's) work best for us. 2 Guy's can knock them out very quickly. I tried back-dragging and it leaves packed snow that turn's to ice. We used to do a property with 62 drive-ways and various walks and we ended using blowers on them too. It took 3 guys 3.5 hrs to do.

[KCfireman]

Well, im off to the city works station, gonna get to use the new international plow trucks the city just bought.:weightlifter:

[F3Nelso]

I finally made it to supervisor.............just drive around and point at missed spots!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laugh:

[paolaken]

everyone must be froze up.

[KCfireman]

its cold right now.:cry:

[cod8825]

Cold doesn't even begin to describe what it is out there. I do sidewalk snow removal, my buggers froze my nose shut last night.

Matt

[paolaken]

it's ice time. i hope it doesn't do much. above freezing this afternoon. that will be good.

[ffemtmcd]

What happened to global warming??? I'm freezin'

[Travel'n Trees]

14 snow blowers and never use them 4 wheeler with plow and spreader and shovels.

[wright5223]

14 snow blowers and never use them 4 wheeler with plow and spreader and shovels.
That's the way to go! I would sell some of the snowblowers!

[carcrz]

14 snow blowers and never use them 4 wheeler with plow and spreader and shovels.

Not even once? I've plowed twice now. Once last week & once this week. Then just salted a few times in between.

[JLong]

I know this is not plowsite. I am a member there and have posted this and then some on that board. I am just really stressed right now about not having enough work and this is a more direct conection to people in the area.
Basically I have a 1997 f250 w/ a 7.5' western, I am based out of Lawrence, but am willing to travel. My email is jlong500g@aol.com
Any sugestions on companies to check with on work would also be appreciated.

thanks

[robertsturf]

Try Jeramy at KC Snowmen or True North (as a last resort). I have worked for both and they have plenty of work. I liked Snowmen better. I'm not sure of the phone numbers but I am sure they are both listed. Good luck.

[IN2MOWN]

I have a buddy who subs for Goodwin. You can try and call them. 913-685-1000

I also think Martz Bros subs out out work. 913-789-9333

[E & J Pro Turf]

If anyone needs some help with their insurance please send me a pm. We have about 70 lawn and landscaping companies that we insure. I handle all types of insurance. If I can help you at all let me know.

[carcrz]

I know this is not plowsite. I am a member there and have posted this and then some on that board. I am just really stressed right now about not having enough work and this is a more direct conection to people in the area.
Basically I have a 1997 f250 w/ a 7.5' western, I am based out of Lawrence, but am willing to travel. My email is jlong500g@aol.com
Any sugestions on companies to check with on work would also be appreciated.

thanks

Starting a little late in the season to get new accounts lined up. I'd suggest getting another job during the winter this year & then hitting it hard during the green season. DON"T WAIT UNTIL WINTER to advertise your services. Commercial contracts are already in place by October at the latest.

[JLong]

thanks for all of the help I will give all of these people a call.

Carcrz: You make a very good point and the fact was that before the season I had committed to work for another guy in town who "had a mountain of work" however during the first push, 4 days ago he never called me and would not answer his phone. so now i'm just trying to salvage the season!
thanks again

[wright5223]

thanks for all of the help I will give all of these people a call.

Carcrz: You make a very good point and the fact was that before the season I had committed to work for another guy in town who "had a mountain of work" however during the first push, 4 days ago he never called me and would not answer his phone. so now i'm just trying to salvage the season!
thanks again I was going to look at your website and it's not comin up

[JLong]

yeah, I'm having a dispute with the company that is paid to "host it" the credit card it was on expired. However they didn't contact me until it was 40 days past due and they had already sent it to collections:dizzy:, when i began to complain to the girl on the phone and asked to speak to her manager she said her is the compaint email adress thats all i can give you. WTF I don't want to give them anymore of my money!!!!!

[wright5223]

yeah, I'm having a dispute with the company that is paid to "host it" the credit card it was on expired. However they didn't contact me until it was 40 days past due and they had already sent it to collections:dizzy:, when i began to complain to the girl on the phone and asked to speak to her manager she said her is the compaint email adress thats all i can give you. WTF I don't want to give them anymore of my money!!!!! Yeah I had the same problem with Yahoo!

[IN2MOWN]

I use Hostgator and never have a problem. They send me a monthly invoice VIA email and I pay it. They dont hold credit cards on file or take automatic payments.

[Travel'n Trees]

yahoo got me too Lesco spreader for sale good shape little use $200,

[wright5223]

I have a toro snow blower that I'm trying to sell aking $300 fairly new if interested call 913-789-8572

[IN2MOWN]

Time to finish up all my cleanups this week!

[wright5223]

I'm to close my books for the year, It's time to collect those overdue accounts this week

[Green Acres]

Does anyone buy trees directly from the grower. I'm looking for a nursery chances are going to be out of state to buy directly from.

[wright5223]

Looking to buy any business that someone whats to sell let me know what you have 913-789-8572

[IN2MOWN]

I'm to close my books for the year, It's time to collect those overdue accounts this week



Not me. Im out there barring bad weather. Got lots of work to do! Keep that income coming in.

[wright5223]

I am to But I need to collect what's old before they forget what I've done!

[mowman84]

I am having a hard time collecting the last $1500.00 people owe me. Anyone else having this problem?

[wright5223]

Yeap me to I have out about $2500 some people in P.V.

[IN2MOWN]

I have a few bucks out but I just sent out reminders to the "usual suspects" so I should be collecting here pretty soon.

I still have about 10-15 houses to do.

[wright5223]

That's not bad you sound like me I still have about 20+ left

[gander54]

I had two snowblowers stolen Wed. Dec. 24 at the Sams in gladstone, one was a brand new never started toro 221QR and the other was a toro CCR powerlite that looks new. I know its a long shot but if anyone sees anyone selling anything like this please PM me.
Thanks Kristopher

[robertsturf]

Check craigslist!

[wright5223]

Sorry for your lost! Start calling the pawn shops!

[vaughnslawns]

not a bad season... not a lot of year end renovations as in the past though. gross was good . but my reserve is not where i projected. happy new year fellows.

[wright5223]

not a bad season... not a lot of year end renovations as in the past though. gross was good . but my reserve is not where i projected. happy new year fellows. I had a great year just had some family issues Happy new year! to you too

[grassman177]

hey all, near you guys., speaking of books, my dad collects and does the money thing. he went knocking on doors this past week for the about 15000 i think he said we are owed still. preatty bad thing is it is the folks who you think have the money to affrod you but they are living beyond their means like all the idiots who are taking america down right now!!!!!!!!!

[ccondie]

Lawn co. for sale in overland park - Call 913 485-5501 for details

[IN2MOWN]

not a bad season... not a lot of year end renovations as in the past though. gross was good . but my reserve is not where i projected. happy new year fellows.




I didnt have the renovations either like I did in 07. I did 47 lawn renovations and seedings in 07 and 6 this year. That was quite a hit to my wallet.

[paolaken]

I didnt have the renovations either like I did in 07. I did 47 lawn renovations and seedings in 07 and 6 this year. That was quite a hit to my wallet.

it was a wet year though. things looked good.

[IN2MOWN]

http://www.kctv5.com/news/18416306/detail.html#-


Keep your eyes open guys.

[KCLandscape]

It's that time of year...

[robertsturf]

That's one of the reasons I built a garage behind my house and store everything inside except for my leaf trailer!!

[wright5223]

Lawn co. for sale in overland park - Call 913 485-5501 for detailsI called you yesterday and left you a message when you get a min. call me 913-789-8572

[ccondie]

Hello all, I still have my lawn company & equipment for sale. E - Mail me at ccondie@sbcglobal.net or call at 913 485 5501 and i will send you info.