Cordless lawn mowers?
Originally Posted by pjames
actually, you'd be surprised about small engine emission regulations, while not as strict as cars (i think), they're starting to have to meet the same requirements, it won't be long before you'll be seeing catalytic converters on small engines, not to mention stratified charge two strokes (now that's pretty neat)...
as for cordless mowers, i agree, not practical for a larger yard, at least not till batteries advance further.
i used to repair mowers when i was a kid, probably the best were the old two-stroke lawn-boys. were quieter and smoother than most 4 strokes, not to mention torquier, (had a neat clutch for the blade too, if it were to bog down, the blade would stop turning without stalling, just had to whack the mower to get it going again)
as for cordless mowers, i agree, not practical for a larger yard, at least not till batteries advance further.
i used to repair mowers when i was a kid, probably the best were the old two-stroke lawn-boys. were quieter and smoother than most 4 strokes, not to mention torquier, (had a neat clutch for the blade too, if it were to bog down, the blade would stop turning without stalling, just had to whack the mower to get it going again)
Back on topic...Sam let us know if you get one and what your thoughts are.
Originally Posted by Sylvan Lake V35
I have a cordless (Black & Decker)I love it and wont buy a gas push mower ever again(I have a gas ride on) the cordless is light and quiet. The only issue would be battery life if you had a huge lawn you would not get it done in one charge. In my old house I did the front lawn in the morning and the back yard in the evening or the next day.
Originally Posted by SwivelMan
Will it do all of yours, Gord? You have a lot of hay in the back 40 there! I'm thinking of an electric myself, feeling a bit guilty about all the emissions.
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LOL I've only got daughters, and they don't mow 
Originally Posted by Sylvan Lake V35
I have a cordless (Black & Decker)I love it and wont buy a gas push mower ever again(I have a gas ride on) the cordless is light and quiet. The only issue would be battery life if you had a huge lawn you would not get it done in one charge. In my old house I did the front lawn in the morning and the back yard in the evening or the next day.
B&D CM1200 19" 24V looks like the top contender. ($400) There is one that uses a car like lead battery that's 48V for $500. I'll bite the bullet this weekend.
Originally Posted by Sylvan Lake V35
I have a cordless (Black & Decker)I love it and wont buy a gas push mower ever again(I have a gas ride on) the cordless is light and quiet. The only issue would be battery life if you had a huge lawn you would not get it done in one charge. In my old house I did the front lawn in the morning and the back yard in the evening or the next day.
B&D CM1200 19" 24V looks like the top contender. ($400) There is one that uses a car like lead battery that's 48V for $500. I'll bite the bullet this weekend.
Last edited by whatacar; Jun 18, 2008 at 06:54 AM.
Originally Posted by whatacar
LOL I've only got daughters, and they don't mow
Originally Posted by Sylvan Lake V35
I have a cordless (Black & Decker)I love it and wont buy a gas push mower ever again(I have a gas ride on) the cordless is light and quiet. The only issue would be battery life if you had a huge lawn you would not get it done in one charge. In my old house I did the front lawn in the morning and the back yard in the evening or the next day.
B&D CM1200 19" 24V looks like the top contender. ($400) There is one that uses a car like lead battery that's 48V for $500. I'll bite the bullet this weekend.
Originally Posted by Sylvan Lake V35
I have a cordless (Black & Decker)I love it and wont buy a gas push mower ever again(I have a gas ride on) the cordless is light and quiet. The only issue would be battery life if you had a huge lawn you would not get it done in one charge. In my old house I did the front lawn in the morning and the back yard in the evening or the next day.
B&D CM1200 19" 24V looks like the top contender. ($400) There is one that uses a car like lead battery that's 48V for $500. I'll bite the bullet this weekend.
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Originally Posted by whatacar
LOL I've only got daughters, and they don't mow
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I have 2 daughters & have yet to cut a blade of grass this year.
Originally Posted by InTgr8r
tsk, tsk,..... Sam! I expected more from you.
I have 2 daughters & have yet to cut a blade of grass this year.
I have 2 daughters & have yet to cut a blade of grass this year.
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Originally Posted by RBull
Yeah, okay. Rub it in. Probably explains why I'm cutting mine and my dad's now.
If they wanted to drive; driving the lawn mower was part of the deal.
My problem now is, one has finished school & the other isn't far behind.
Once they abandon ship, yours truly will once again be on yard duty
Originally Posted by ChristianN
You're going to replace your son with an electric one?
Originally Posted by InTgr8r
LOL... with mine it was part of drivers ed.
If they wanted to drive; driving the lawn mower was part of the deal.
My problem now is, one has finished school & the other isn't far behind.
Once they abandon ship, yours truly will once again be on yard duty
If they wanted to drive; driving the lawn mower was part of the deal.
My problem now is, one has finished school & the other isn't far behind.
Once they abandon ship, yours truly will once again be on yard duty
I no longer have a ride on although my dad's place could use one.