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#21 ·
Brucey said:
Is she thirsty? Obviously still far more productive than an employee.
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Not real thirsty. More than our mowers. Like 1.5 gal per hour is what they claim. Think our mowers are only 1 gal per hour?

Ventrac doesn't need to take multiple bathroom trips to a gas station because of "Hey boss, I'm bubbling bad bro".
 
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Cut n Strut said:
I’ve never tore up a lawn going fast on my tractor and that’s with Ag tires.

You can push a wheelbarrow all you want. If you charge enough, you can afford those fancy toys.

I highly doubt you’ll take any of my customers just cuz you’re cheaper and if somehow you or someone with alike thinking did, you can have em, no worries.

Quit trying to justify why you’re a lowballer. You don’t need to justify it. Just say you use low pricing to get customers instead of your quality. Every business is different and that’s ok.
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LOL maybe you're just lazy.
 
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sidemouse said:
LOL maybe you're just lazy.
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Or maybe you’re just not as smart as you think you are? I mean you’re the one who mows lawns with beer bottles, sharp objects, etc. in them, cutting 1 click lower than transport mode thinking it’s the “right” way and pushing a wheelbarrow full of mulch/materials around.
 
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Cut n Strut said:
Or maybe you’re just not as smart as you think you are? I mean you’re the one who mows lawns with beer bottles, sharp objects, etc. in them, cutting 1 click lower than transport mode thinking it’s the “right” way and pushing a wheelbarrow full of mulch/materials around.
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Well don't come off all butthurt then.
 
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Cut n Strut said:
Haha, I’m not. You seem to get that way as soon as someone has a differing opinion than yours. Kinda common denominator with you.

When it seems like it’s everyone else, it’s usually just you. Good luck with your endeavors.
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Because when I charge what you charge I am accused of being a thief, and when I charge less I'm called a lowballer and your initial reply wasn't exactly devoid of jabs and insults either; I thought we were supposed to be respectful of one another here.
 
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Mark that Ventrac is sweet... How quick is it to switch to dually mode? OP I've found that for mulch, its faster to buy bags and move the pallets around. The savings in time outweighs the savings in material on bulk, especially if in a tight area/ lots of plants. Moving the pallet will also cause less turf damage than if you're dumping every couple feet.
 
#33 ·
sidemouse said:
Because when I charge what you charge I am accused of being a thief, and when I charge less I'm called a lowballer and your initial reply wasn't exactly devoid of jabs and insults either; I thought we were supposed to be respectful of one another here.
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Not insulting you, just calling it how I see it and sharing my experience. A lot of what you come one here and say just isn’t accurate. It’s not an insult when someone calls your info out.

If your being called s thief then your quality doesn’t match your price. Try learning and doing better. Then maybe you can demand a higher rate without being called a thief.
 
#35 ·
I use a Kubota BX25 to move mulch as well as a MX5100. The BX does no damage to the yard, if it is dry and I take shallow turns the MX can go through the yard without damage. This year I put out about 400+ yards without any issues. A BX size is light and nimble and with turf tires glide over grass - I'm sure the small Deers/MF/etc would all do the same.
 
#37 ·
Mark Stark said:
Yea some attachments are 54" like the power rake. That's why we currently have the dually kit removed. Save some width.
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Need to figure a way to rig a mulch blower up to the rear of that Ventrac(pto maybe?). Get the loader attachment and fab up a funnel into the mulch blower. You’d be able to load and spread mulch practically from the seat.

The Ventrac is just insane. I love my little tractor and all it’s attachments but when it comes to turf care/property maint - the Ventrac is far more versatile. Awesome machines and I’m jealous.
 
#38 ·
Mow Money Lawn Care said:
More lift would be good. It looks like the 1023e can lift 758lbs.
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I Googled that and see where you got that number. But it's not true.
From my real world experience of owning a 1025r.
My tractor will only lift about 500# with the 120 loader,the same one used on the 1023e.
Here's a link showing a more accurate number.

D120 Loader • C & B Operations • John Deere

The versatile D120 loader by John Deere can attach to the 1023E and 1025R model of sub-compact tractor, which are both for sale at C & B Operations.
deerequipment.com deerequipment.com
 
#39 ·
jonniesmooth said:
I Googled that and see where you got that number. But it's not true.
From my real world experience of owning a 1025r.
My tractor will only lift about 500# with the 120 loader,the same one used on the 1023e.
Here's a link showing a more accurate number.

D120 Loader • C & B Operations • John Deere

The versatile D120 loader by John Deere can attach to the 1023E and 1025R model of sub-compact tractor, which are both for sale at C & B Operations.
deerequipment.com deerequipment.com
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The 120R loader with MSL has about 200 lbs more lift capacity:

120R Loader • C & B Operations • John Deere

For incredible versatility without having to deal with a large attachment, look for the 120R loader from John Deere, for sale at C & B Operations.
deerequipment.com deerequipment.com
 
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