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A Zero-Turn For Every Homeowner And Every Yard!
Craftsman's new & exclusive Turn Tight Technology gives Craftsman tractors the tightest turning radius of any yard or garden tractor in the industry. For 2011 Sears will beat the turning radius on ALL other brands of yard and garden tractors, even the Cub Cadet! This new technology is close to the practical limits of all the residential zero-turn mowers on the market today at a much better price.
This exciting new technology can only be found at Sears.
I personally like that this new feature will be offered on not just the higher priced tractors, but will be available on models ranging from 99 to 99. Almost everyone will be able to buy a tractor with Turn Tight Technology if you want.
Here are some of the things you should know about Turn Tight Technology.
Turn Tight Technology Definition:
Turn Tight enables a tractor to cut around small landscape objects. The new steering has an industry leading 8 inch radius on 2011 Craftsman Yard and Garden tractors.
Turn Tight Technology Explained:
"Turn Tight utilizes an innovative steering system accomplished through a patent pending control system that allows the front wheels to increase their turning range without contacting the mower deck or tractor chassis. With this technology, the wheels turn to match their corresponding radius, i.e. the inside wheel matches the inside radius and the out side wheel matches the outside radius of the turn." (This means the inside wheels have the same track and the outside wheels have the same track around an object.)
It is the tightest turning radius available on a non-zero turning tractor. The turning radius on Craftsman Yard and Garden tractors now exceeds their closest competition by over 30%. (Craftsman's 30% improvement represents an 8" turning radius on a Craftsman YT vs. a comparable Cub Cadet with a 12" turning radius)
Here is a quick list of the turning radius for other tractors as posted on these manufacturer's websites for 2011:
2011 Craftsman Yard & Garden Tractors: 8 inch. 2011 Cub Cadet Series 1000: 12 inch. 2011 Snapper, Husqvarna, and Poulan Pro: 14 inch. 2011 Toro LX series: 15 inch. 2011 Ariens Lawn Tractors: 16 inch. 2011 Troy-Bilt: 18 inch. 2010 Simplicity Broadmore: 18 inch. 2011 John Deere 100 Series: 18 inch. (Yes, that's what they list on johndeere.com!)
Turn Tight Facts:
A tractor's turning radius is measured at the rear wheel when a tractor steering wheel is turned as far as possible while the tractor is moving. The smaller the radius, the easier it is to mow around obstacles and corners. 20 years ago 18 inches was considered quite good for a lawn, yard or garden tractor.
For the open areas, a tight turning radius allows you to quickly turn around and mow parallel to the last mowed swath in the opposite direction. (If you are one of those people who likes a perfectly striped lawn this is a big advantage!) This is a big improvement from a tractor with a larger one. The larger turning radius requires more time to turn around and many times you have to use reverse to get lined back up for the next parallel mowing path.
A tighter turning radius indicates a smaller turn. As a result the tractor is able to mow around smaller obstacles without having to back up. This can save you a considerable amount of time when mowing a yard like mine with a lot of trees and landscape beds. Since radius is 1/2 of a circles diameter, an 8" turning radius will allow you to completely mow around a 16" obstacle without backing up or making a second pass.
Tighter turning allows you to get around mowing obstacles like sheds, landscape beds and bird baths easier. In many cases, you may not even need trim mower.
The Craftsman Mowers that feature Turn Tight!
These new 2011 models feature Turn Tight Technology: Craftsman YT 3000 46'' Briggs & Stratton 21 hp Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman YT 3000 46'' Kohler 22 hp Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman YT 4000 46'' Briggs & Stratton 24 hp Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman YT 4500 54'' Briggs & Stratton 26 hp V-Twin Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman YT 4000 42'' Briggs & Stratton 24 hp Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman YT 3000 42'' Briggs & Stratton 21 hp Gas Powered Riding Lawn Tractor, Craftsman GT 5000 54'' Kohler 26 hp Gas Powered Riding Garden Tractor.
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Weed eaters are usually used in house environments and for landscaping purposes. Weed eaters should be used within the recommendation of manufacturers. They are designed to trim hard to reach areas like around and corner fences or posts where mowers cannot reach. It also used to cut down overgrown grasses and plants.
Weed eaters all basically function the same way but just differ mainly in power sources. It also comes in different sizes, power ranges and prices.It can be electric powered, running on batteries, or powered on gas/oil.
Those powered by batteries have become popular since modern technology has greatly improved the life of batteries. Battery weed eaters reduce air and noise pollution. It is easy to use and more flexible in small areas or tight spaces. The lack of power cords makes this equipment easier to manipulate and handle.
An electric weed eater is great for lesser weeding tasks. Corded electric weed eaters are popular for people who have small areas or yards. It does not need high maintenance and is not irritating to the ears as compared to gas weed eaters. These machines are plugged to a power outlet.
The "walk" behind is usually used for trimming and mowing landscaped lawns. It is great for areas that usual weed eater cannot handle. "Walks" behind weed eater are design to reduce back stress. Commonly, "walks" behind weed eaters are equipped with six horsepower engines for manicured lawns and in order to maneuver rugged landscapes with ease.
There are numerous manufacturers of weed eaters such as Echo, Poulan, Toro, Homelite, Shindaiwa and John Deere as well as Honda, Feather Line, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Ryobi and Husqvarna. Echo is one of the top manufacturers of weed eaters. It features a full line of equipments from brush cutters to Edger's and chain saws, along with a complement of products such as QuickVent saws, sprayers, Power Pruners, Shreds 'N' Vac. Echo manufacturers are deemed as the world best commercial-grade trimmer.
There are also discounted stores that sell at reasonably prices. You can also obtain at reasonable prices from manufacturers that have old stocks. You can also visit some online sites that sell it.
Use it properly always. Determine the type of weed eater that suits your requirements and work setup. There is no type superior from the other. It is just a matter of what will work better for you. If a power outlet is nowhere near your work area, then it might be better to get a battery powered or gas powered unit.
For sculpting, landscaping and small yards around flowerbeds, consider a battery-powered or electric. Gas weed eaters provide excellent power and works well with any project, either small or large types.
Outline on a plan for using weed eaters. If you have a large yard, decide where you are going to start with your weed eating task. For contouring and flowerbeds, use chalk to outline the perimeter.
Protect yourself before you start the project by using the weed eaters. This is since have a tendency to throw debris and objects back to you. Wear the right protective clothing like long pants, long-sleeved shirts and safety eye goggles.
Start your weed eater. For battery-powered, make sure you have extra batteries or the battery is fully charged. For electric, find an accommodation of electrical outlets and utilize an extension cord to the entire project. This is in order hinder any delay or stoppage of the work in progress. With gas-powered, use the right blend of oil and gas, as required by numerous manufacturers.
Make equal sweeping movements with your weed eater to get a more or less uniformed result.
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Landscaping Equipment - How to effectively choose
Landscaping equipment can make all the difference in the world. The right equipment can make a landscaping job look professionally done even if done on your own. However, the opposite is also true. If you do not use the proper landscaping equipment it is more than possible to ruin your landscaping all together. With the equipment being such an important part of landscaping, it is important to know the difference and what equipments are right for the particular job you are doing.
There are all different sizes and kinds of landscaping equipment. There are the larger and smaller pieces but they need to be used for the particular job they are made for.
Among the large pieces of landscaping equipment is the chain saw. This can make many changes possible - such as the difference between a nice job and a great job. With a chain saw, a landscaper can cut out big pieces of vegetation that might be ugly or unruly. This piece of landscaping equipment can trim back pieces of vegetation to get them out of the way to make room for more interesting pieces. The trees that are trimmed back with this great piece of landscaping equipment will probably look much better in the scheme of things.
Landscaping Equipment Can Make any job easier and faster
Another great piece of equipment is a ratchet pruner. This is used to cut back branches to clear out unwanted greens and vegetation. This can easily cut back branches to clean up and clear out unwanted vegetation. The ratchet pruner is designed so you do not have to exert a lot of energy to get the job done. This equipment does the job for you. Hedge trimmers are great equipment for a landscaping job. These will help anyone keep the hedges looking great. These come in electric or gas powered models so each consumer has a choice of trimmer.
Alligator loopers are a much more manageable tool. They can do many of the jobs left for the chain saws. These are great for trimming the vegetation that makes an area unsightly. Weed whackers come in both electric and gas powered models, and these can keep a lovely landscape in perfect shape. These can be used to trim in the corners where the lawnmower, another great piece of equipment, cannot reach. No matter what task you have in your yard, there is a tool or piece of equipment for that particular job.
Hand pruners come in handy when working with roses and other plants to keep them trimmed. The savvy landscaper will never want to be far from a small pruner. All home improvement stores and many department stores have a great selection of equipment to help each and every landscaper inch closer to his or her dream garden. Learn what you can about landscaping equipment and use it well.
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Checking chainsaw reviews is a natural thing to do when you are in the market for a new saw.
This article is designed for new users with little experience in chainsaw use and looking for a guide which will direct them in the right direction.
The first thing to consider when buying a chainsaw is whether there is an after sales service available following the purchase. Buying a saw online or a budget model at a discount store is fine but be warned, if there is no course for follow up service then be wary.
Reading chainsaw reviews can help you a lot in tracking down a machine suited for your intended use. They can also leave a prospective buyer feeling a little confused.
Why?
Chainsaw reviews are published with good intentions and are a fantastic resource to be able to turn to particularly online however, unless you really understand anything about chainsaws, then they can present the reader with more questions than when they started to scan the review.
In the chainsaw world lies great loyalty among users; you have Stihl fans and Husqvarna fans. Then there are those who love the Echo brand and others who swear by Poulan models. In the end, a novice is torn many different ways and left confused and bewildered.
Take A First Hand Look
For relative rookie saw users, going to a dealer's showroom and actually handling a chainsaw is a number one priority. Here are four things you'll want from a chainsaw:
- Good design
- Good center of gravity
- Strong safety features
- Light and powerful
These are basically standard features on any saw today but unless you have a machine in your hands and give it a quick test run then you are "buying blind."
So as far as chainsaw reviews are concerned, yes, read them but always see and handle a chainsaw before you buy. If you are still not sure whether it's the machine for you join a couple of online forums and pose the question..."I'm am a first time chainsaw user etc. etc..."
By mentioning the make and brand of the machine you're interested in and the level of use you intend for it, you'll find you're likely to get a much better level of chainsaw review from other members in their response. And most of them will be very experienced or professional lumberjacks.