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1. Gary Huber says:

   February 27, 2010 at 8:54 am

   I’ve been reading your website and thus far have found it quite helpful! Anyway, I recently bought a home with about 1/2 acre land. The property appears too big (well to me at least!) to mow with a walk behind mower so I’m considering the purchase of a ride-on mower. My property is fairly flat, but there are few places around the yard to dump clippings — I think I’m going to need a good mulching mower. I don’t think I use this tractor for anything else other then a little light pulling. I want to go with Craftsman, and I’m on a bit of a budget. I don’t really want to buy more mower than I need. Suggestions?

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   • Paul says:

     February 27, 2010 at 8:10 pm

     @ Gary,

     1/2 acre, fairly flat, and few beds to mow around, mulch. I would look at three mowers.

     My first pick YT 3000 Model 28922 This has an excellent cut and can easily be converted to a good mulching mower. Hydro, cast iron front axle. Either a 2009 model or a 2010 model is a great value.

     Second, LT 2000 Model 28908. This one has an “automatic trans” and it the cheapest. You can still find these 2009 models around and can order it online. You can also make a good mulching deck out of this one.

     Third, Model 28034 Rear Engine If you are looking for a small, agile mower to just cut the grass this mower is new to Sears but has been around for 30 years or longer. It’s simple, will cut well and is going to be one of my top picks when I finish the reviews.

     All three of these can accept baggers. Let me know if you buy an LT 2000 or YT 3000 and I’ll help you with a good mulching system.

     Paul

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     • Gary Huber says:

       February 28, 2010 at 9:49 am

       Paul,

       Great advice, thanks! Prior to sending you a message, I was seriously considering the YT3000. It seems like it’s to the way to go! What mulching system do you recommend for this tractor?

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       • Paul says:

         February 28, 2010 at 8:46 pm

         Gary,

         Instead of buying the “mulching kit” that Sears offers, I suggest you buy the advanced mulching blades and mulch cover. I wrote an article on them here: http://todaysmower.com/2009/cr.....g-bagging/

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2. Marty says:

   October 7, 2009 at 2:04 pm

   I’m looking at buying a craftsman DLS3500 (model 28812). I havent been able to find a lot of information about this lawn tractor. If I had to guess its discontinued and maybe thats why its such a good deal. Do you think it will be hard to get replacement parts if it is discontinued? Also do you know if there selling it under a different model number or name? I will be mowing appx 1/2 ac of land does this seem to be a good mower?
   Thanks for any info you can provide on this model.

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   • Paul says:

     October 7, 2009 at 4:18 pm

     @Marty, The DLS3500 is very similar to the 2009 LT2000 Model 28910. For 2009 Sears simplified the line-up and this model is now gray in color. Sears also upgraded the deck on the 2009 to have the same cut qualities as the 46 deck Consumer Reports gave a best buy.

     All that said the 28812 is a good basic lawn tractor and will do a good job for you for years to come. Parts will not be a problem because the 2009’s use many of the tractor’s parts.

     I would consider a good deal for this mower about $800. You can get the 2009 version (Model 28910) for $1299 on sale and a lot less if you can find a reconditioned one.

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