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Terry

05-06-2003 20:51:14

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Can anyone tell me the advantages and disadvantages of using a belly mower. I own an uneven lot that used to be pasture ground. I thought that buying a small tractor, like a farmall A with a belly mower might make more sense then purchasing a new riding mower.

One problem is there are a few rocks, most of which I have picked up, but as you know, they keep slowly appearing. Would a belly mower work in this type of application?? If I happen to hit a rock that was sticking 4 inches above ground, would it do serious damage?

One guy told me that belts were a constant problem.

thanks for any advice you may have.

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tiny

05-07-2003 16:12:02

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Re: belly mowers in reply to Terry, 05-06-2003 20:51:14

You can use a three point mowwer on an "A" if you figure a way to hook it up they work fine. The only problem is getting close to some things.

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Pete - IN

05-07-2003 10:58:11

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Re: belly mowers in reply to Terry, 05-06-2003 20:51:14

A disadvantage of a belly mower is that it is usually in the way if you want to use the tractor for other uses. They are not easy to put on and take off. One option is the finish mower which does about as good a mowing job as a belly mower. They install on the 3 point hitch. If going the finish mower route, you would need an N style Ford or a newer tractor than an A Farmall that has the 3 point hitch.

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Evan Bellville

03-25-2004 16:45:05

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Re: Re: belly mowers in reply to Pete - IN, 05-07-2003 10:58:11

I agree. My vote is for a finish mower over a belly mower. I have a JD 790 with a belly mower. Although decent mowing, it is a real pain to dismount, disconnect the front PTO and reconnect, replace the belt, blades and about every other common function. The required attachment to the 3 point hitch also greatly restricts the lifting capacity and height for other attachments such as box blade, auger and others.

The finish mower has a couple of drawbacks. First is the swing of the unit out of line with the wheel tracks in turns, and if you are not careful, you will clip trees and buildings. Second, it is slightly more tricky to get close to obstacles as it is behind you and not directly under you.

All things considered, buying a tractor with a belly mower, the additional cost of a front PTO, and the restricted use for other attachments just doesn't make sense. You will end up with one very expensive lawnmower. Better to purchase finish type mower and use the tractor as a real utility machine.

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Steve

05-07-2003 06:36:35

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Re: belly mowers in reply to Terry, 05-06-2003 20:51:14

15 years of belly mowers on Farmall super A and Farmall 130, mowing on rocky ground. The tractor hydraulics are fast enough to raise the mower to skip over rocks and go back down and keep mowing without missing a lot of grass. You will get good enough to skim the tops of dirt mounds and rocks making an even looking cut that is presentable. Using the correct belts and adjusted right they last a long time-years, I haven't had a problem with mine jumping off. Woods makes a good product.

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TimV

05-07-2003 06:24:28

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Re: belly mowers in reply to Terry, 05-06-2003 20:51:14

Terry: I own a '58 Cub with a 5' belly mower, and I love it. However, it's a proven fact that the magnetic field generated by the rotating blades of the mower will pull the entire mower irresistably toward the nearest rock, even ones you didn't know existed! I've dinged up a couple of blades, and had to weld one of the supports back together after hitting a stump I didn't know was there. Other than these fairly minor inconveniences, I've had no trouble at all with my mower in 2 years of operation. If your belts are installed and tightened correctly they're no more trouble than any other belt-drive piece of equipment. Considering that my Cub is 45 years old and still going strong, I figure I'll run it for a couple more decades and then trade it in for something that will last.....:-)

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rustyfarmall

05-07-2003 04:57:16

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Re: belly mowers in reply to Terry, 05-06-2003 20:51:14

I have a Farmall H, equipped with a Woods 5ft. belly mower.
I have been using this rig for about 5 years now on land that was once pasture.
No, I do not have any rocks to contend with, but I do have sidewalks that the mower will sometimes scrape across, and doing that will dull the blades, but not enough to stop me from finishing the job, no different than any other mowing machine, the blades on this mower are mounted with friction discs, which will allow the blade some protection if it hits something solid.
The only problem I have encountered with the belt is when it comes off, because I failed to keep the tension correct, it is rather tricky to get it threaded back through correctly, but once it is installed, and given the proper tension, no problems.
An outfit like this made a whole lot more sense than an over priced riding lawn mower that would be totally worn out in 5 years, not to mention a whole lot less money.
I really enjoy my outfit!

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