a 2013 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW! Archive

Flipout Tantrum – You are going to like this tool!
I don’t usually put tools on this site, but Tools In Action showcased a tool this morning that I think is a HUGE step forward in the compact drill/driver market. I want one! After trying to replace a car speaker on a cold snowy day, Joel Towsan decided to

Lawn Tractor Ignition Systems and How They Work.
From OPE (Outdoor Power Equipment Magazine) Issue Date: May OPE 2013, Posted On: 5/10/2013 Tech2Tech: Electrical Troubleshooting – Where there is smoke Tech2Tech: Electrical Troubleshooting – Where there is smoke By Dave Worden For years, technicians have often struggled with electrical systems and troubleshooting them. Today’s electrical systems appear to

Google Person Finder May Help You Locate Missing After Boston Marathon Explosion
It’s on everyone’s mind this morning and you may not know Google has a tool to help you locate loved ones and people affected by yesterday’s explosion. Google Person Finder, has been activated for use following the deadly Boston Marathon explosions Monday afternoon. Google developed this tool after the 2010

Do you really need a zero-turn mower? 16 reasons why you may not want one.
If you don’t know how to drive a small zero-turn your lawn may end up looking like wild hogs played golf on your lawn. In this article on zero-turn mowers I am going to: Help you determine if a Zero-Turn is what you need. Help you determine

I Want A Riding Mower/Zero Turn But I Don’t Know Where To Start!
This website is about reviews of lawn tractors but I have noticed that many of you are looking for your first riding mower. Here is a list of articles that I have written on the different features of lawn tractors. These articles will help you decide what

Palm Harbor Father Backed Over Daughter While Cutting Lawn
After a tragic accident in Tampa last night I need to remind all of you to be careful and never allow children around you when you are mowing your lawn. Just remember. It can happen to YOU! Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert

Country Clipper Mowers Surprises Wounded Warrior
From: Outdoorpowerequipment.com Sergeant Jordan Brown faithfully served the United States for seven years. During his second tour of duty in Iraq, Jordan broke his left arm. He later learned that the underlying cause of the break was cancer. The cancer is now gone, along with his left arm.

8 Bolts On Your Lawn Tractor You Need To Check Now.
Lawn Tractors are mechanical devices. They vibrate and stuff comes loose and will eventually wear out or break. You and I both read reviews about lawn tractors. We listen to our friends and neighbors brag about their favorite and complain about the last piece of junk they owned.

What’s The Best Lawn Tractor Deck Size For Me and My Yard?
What’s The Best Deck Size For Me and My Yard? I know my grammer is a little off but I wanted you to understand that finding the right deck size for your lawn is both a practical choice and a personal choice. There are many factors that

6 Tips from OPEI on Preparing Your Lawn Tractor and Mower for Spring
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute cautions consumers to avoid putting 15 percent ethanol fuel in any lawn and garden equipment. My comments are in italics by: Paul Sikkema Alexandria, VA – March 20, 2013 – Spring has sprung, and that means the annual cleaning and preparation of lawn and garden

Gas Powered Equipment Returns and Warranties and How To Deal With Them
I received this review on the Craftsman PTY 9000 Model 28970 24 HP 42 inch Professional Yard Tractor a few days ago and it reminded me that I wanted to write a new article about return policies, warranties and how to get your gas-powered lawn, yard or

Deere to sell stand-on mowers from Wright Manufacturing
I normally don’t write about commercial mowers on this blog, but standon mowers are the future of mowing so when I read news like this I want to share it with everyone. by: Paul Sikkema Why are standons the future of mowing? 1. They are easier on your

Make it in America Challenge: Stihl Hosts Announcement
From:ApplianceMagazine.com October 4, 2012 United States Acting Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank was at Stihl Inc. in Virginia Beach, VA, on Tuesday this week to announce a $40 million, multi-agency competition, the Make it in America Challenge, to accelerate the trend of insourcing. Insourcing companies bring jobs

JOIN THE CRAFTSMAN BRAND TO VOICE SUPPORT FOR A HOUSE UNITED
JOIN THE CRAFTSMAN BRAND TO VOICE SUPPORT FOR A HOUSE UNITED As part of Craftsman House United, national TV personality and DIY expert Ty Pennington will lead the charge to build one half of a home during the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL. on Tuesday, August

Tractor Supply Co. to Build New Headquarters
Tractor Supply Co. to Build New Headquarters BRENTWOOD, Tenn., August 8, 2012 — Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch supply store chain in the United States, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase an undeveloped parcel of land in the Maryland

Consider the warranty when buying a new lawn tractor – From ConsumerSearch
The following article is from: consumersearch.com I would like to preface it with my own viewpoint. Are extended warranties and protection plans worth it? It depends on you, the customer. If you have had the same lawn tractor for 15 years and do all your own maintenance you