Brad, if this unit has the straight frame forks leading out to the caster wheels (not curved at the end) and vertical height adjust pins then this is the design I had. I would advise rethinking the purchase since there are better mowers out there that don't cost a lot more.
1. The design was inherently front-heavy, rear wheels spun easily. Would get stuck in muddy conditions very easily.
2. If it's a T bar I believe it only comes with a 15hp kohler, and I found it bogged bad in heavy stuff. Adequate, but that's all.
3. If it is the T bar, I think it's ok, but not nearly as fine a touch as other steering systems, including belt drive T bars.
If it's a pistol grip unit with more power, or a "classic deck" 44" then the above doesn't apply.
The price was average, nothing special.