Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.
Glad you made this one. IMO, mowers that wide should have caster front wheels and the ability to lock at least one of them out in the straight ahead position for doing hills and ditch banks. That thing sure sounds great cutting. I'd like to see a 305 (ish) CC engine option for them as well.
I think that way about my Toro Timemaster. But I feel like i would have problems with casters with I'm mowing tall thick grass uphill, but that's my thinking.
Good thoughts guys. I think that casters would be a great idea for this mower. I have to compare it to my Cub Cadet 33. That's a heavy mower. It has casters so it's easy to steer. Same with my Cub Cadet 21. Also has casters. Not a heavy mower but the casters make it a dream to mow with. This DR is 117 lbs I think. Noticeable when you have to raise it up to turn. Casters would be nice.
@@daflea66 I've owned the Timemaster since 2018 and consider it one of the best push mowers available, homeowner or commercial. I consider it "Pro-Consumer" grade. It has its drawbacks (like every mower). I use mine commercially as a solo operator. I haven't personally seen a DR SP30 up close.
@@gls3894 Ditto. I have 4 Timemasters. original 2 have easily over a thousand hours each, probably 1500 or so, and are only now in need of a engine swap.
@@kennethcastaldo7239 I love my 28in cub the balance and how easy it is to turn compared to a time Master made it my go to I got mine used off a curb back rims lost the tires so was used allot I fixed it used it so much the spindle for the blade engagement is wallowed out and needs replaced but was looking for a more commercial replacement for it because I mow commercially
Warning! This mower has problems. I have had mine for almost two years, the blade drive belt had to be replaced at 6 hrs, Napa has a extreme duty belt for $30 that lasted 8hrs I have found that turning the mower off when it is engaged helps I get 15 to 20 hrs out of a belt now. The lever to adjust the deck height broke off the second time I used it. The front wheels are bolted in from the bottom and have been coming out even though I use loctite . The freaking gas tank is tiny, could have been twice the size. 40 to 45 minutes run time max.
The pulley control arm is installed in the wrong position. (You can see this in the video.) This seems to be a consistent problem with this machine. DR makes this unit in two sizes. If you look at the left side of the mower deck, there are two holes; one marked with 26 and the other one marked 30. The control arm needs to be installed in the one marked 30 (for the 30" mower).
Verified with DR the control arm bolt is in the correct hole (which is 26). My SP30 is an awesome mower and has no issues. Unless some people are abusing these mowers..they are excellent machines.
You have a nice variety of mowers. I just purchased an Exmark 30 & I think it was kind of over priced. It's real heavy and kind of hard to turn in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, with time I may fall in love with that mower. But the one you are using seems a lot lighter. And my brother I enjoy all your videos. It's light sitting through lawn mower college.
This one is 117 lbs, which is pretty heavy and it is noticeable when you're turning, but fine in straight lines of course. I don't know what the timemaster weighs?
I got a question for you I have an opportunity to do property maintenance at a couple motels one has a total of 8 acres and the grass is 2 1/2 to 3 feet high and the other had 5 acres and 4 acres is at a steep soap what kinda money should I charge for a job like this?
Well, I can tell you that I'd get about 100 bucks for 1 acre. So basically $800 for 8 acres. No, no discount for being multiple acres. On the slope one, same thing but make sure that the slope is mowable with a mower. You don't want to end up having to weed whack all that.
@@leadnsteel1428 Used mine today. I have one yard I do that has a really steep incline and I found you need to give it a little push yourself going up those really steep inclines. But smaller inclines it does fine.
Does it still work fine without any problem? I had the Scag 30" it lasted 105 hours. They have a factory problem with the clutch and this machine looks very good, how is the transmission?
It's still working fine. Still no problems. The transmission could be stronger, it pulls good but not quite at a commercial level. Of course it's not claiming to be a commercial mower. but it can cut thick grass well! Amazing mowing ability.
I enjoyed the very slow motion clip. I like this Mower, but when I looked up the reviews. The buyers where not happy. Too many issues. How long have you had it? Also, did you encounter and issue yet? Thanks. I'm looking to get the 30 in. (76cm) TimeMaster® w/Personal Pace® Gas Lawn Mower.
Yea, I've heard all that too. I've had mine for about 2 years now with no problems at all. I really love this mower and I'm looking forward to another year mowing with it. I've never had any other mower with a blade speed this fast. It's an animal! But yea, for things like peace of mind to find repair parts, go with the TimeMaster. :)
I wish I had ever used the Timemaster so I could compare them, but I haven't. And no, never seen a line left in the middle of the cut path. This is really a great machine.
Holding the spring flap open with a rubber strap? Where's the (flimsy) side discharge deflector? Just kiddin'. After 1+ years of heavy use my few quibbles with the DR30 are with the comically small gas tank (good for only 1/2 an acre in one fuel-up), not shutoff petcock, the aforementioned cheap side deflector assembly which breaks off easily (they sent me a free warranty replacement after mine broke last year), today the height adjustment handle broke in half at a weak point (I am contacting them today for a warranty replacement part), the tendency for wet grass (the only kind in my swampy Mid-Atlantic region) to cake on the underside of the deck in all the crevices, and noise like a jet plane taking off. The pluses are the ample power, variable speed rear drive, aluminum deck, blade brake feature (with engine still running). The bagging action is really good- detaching and re-attaching the bag is quick and it really stuffs the grass in there, and with no clogging. The mulching action is superior. The 2 year warranty on the mower and the lifetime warranty on the deck is tops; they stand behind the product. In all I am very satisfied with this mower. I installed a fuel filter and petcock, and also an auxiliary gas tank with petcock on it, which I had saved off a 1980 2-stroke Lawn Boy Commercial. So the stock tank is now usually shut off, and serves as simply a reserve tank. Keep a full complement of spare belts handy. So fare only one broke, the main drive belt. One can run this thing with the belt cover off, gives it a cool steampunk look. An under-deck grass scrape-out is best achieved by locking the push handle in the upright position and tiling the whole mower 90 degrees back so the front of the mower is pointing skyward. Cost-wise, This unit goes on sale regularly and the used units go on sale for one hundred bucks cheaper than that, so wait for a sale if you're going to get one, be it new or refurbished. When I bought my "newsed" one and shortly thereafter new ones went on sale for the same price I paid, DR was willing to credit my card an extra hundred bucks. The refurbished model I received was super-clean and arrived drained of oil and a new quart bottle supplied, so it was like having a nearly-new machine but with the first oil change already performed. So I don't regret going for a refurbished unit.
Great comment! I think I will also put in a fuel filter and a cutoff. I actually really like the jet noise it makes! I strapped the mulching door open so that the grass could fly freely with no obstruction. This allows it to lay down smoothly on the yard too. Indeed, the gas tank is too small. It can be dealt with though. Very happy with it.
@@Something2LookAt The reason I wanted a cutoff is because I tilt the chassis to scrape out the underside of the unit with a plastic putty knife when I'm done mowing, and carb floats don't tend to operate properly to shut off the flow of gas when they're not reasonably plumb. It's also a "peace of mind" thing when the unit is in storage, that gas isn't leaking past a dirty float pin and flooding the engine and crankcase. I think all mowers should have a cutoff. Yes, I'm happy with this mower!
@@paulh6591 Indeed. They should all have fuel cut off valves. For us commercial guys it's because of bouncing around on the trailer while in transport. As it's bouncing that pin is letting gas through and so on. The bigger engines with a battery have a solenoid on the carb. Fuel valve opens with the solenoid when you turn the key.
Yes, I still have it. And it still runs great! It's one of my favorites. I'll have to make another video with it this year. I've had no problems, and still amazed at the blade speed. I've never encountered a blade speed that fast. What is it now, about $1500? Yea, it's worth it. It is heavy. About 125 lbs I think and very awkward to lift into the truck bed, if that's what you're wondering about. It's just hard to find places to hold on to it.
It is not long. The gas tank is on the small side. In thick grass you will only get a regular size 1/4 acre yard. This video was pretty much a full tank.
Now that is a real curiosity. I wonder if they were able to achieve this ridiculous blade tip speed with that attachable deck. I still haven't looked under the deck cover to see how they did it on this machine. I mean, the engine isn't revving that high. Got to be something in the pulleys... Reminds me of the Chuck and Duck chippers. Ever seen those? ruclips.net/video/1jkOb5wqHqw/видео.html
It does not have as much pull as it should, correct. Haven't tried it on hills but if it can't be adjusted to pull tighter, it would have trouble on hills, yes.
Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.
Glad you made this one. IMO, mowers that wide should have caster front wheels and the ability to lock at least one of them out in the straight ahead position for doing hills and ditch banks. That thing sure sounds great cutting. I'd like to see a 305 (ish) CC engine option for them as well.
I think that way about my Toro Timemaster. But I feel like i would have problems with casters with I'm mowing tall thick grass uphill, but that's my thinking.
I've owned the Timemaster since 2018. I would never consider putting castors on it
Good thoughts guys. I think that casters would be a great idea for this mower. I have to compare it to my Cub Cadet 33. That's a heavy mower. It has casters so it's easy to steer. Same with my Cub Cadet 21. Also has casters. Not a heavy mower but the casters make it a dream to mow with. This DR is 117 lbs I think. Noticeable when you have to raise it up to turn. Casters would be nice.
Perfect timing!!
I was just thinking about what to look at.
I like the slo-mo mower start. 👍
lol, exactly. That is why my channel has the name! Something to stare at...
Looks like the Timemaster may have some competition!!!
Looks like a better copy of the cub cadet/ troy bilt & craftsman 28" cut mowers
That deck isnt nearly the build of the timemaster, but it is also lighter. Propel is good only for flat terrain.
@@daflea66 I've owned the Timemaster since 2018 and consider it one of the best push mowers available, homeowner or commercial. I consider it "Pro-Consumer" grade. It has its drawbacks (like every mower). I use mine commercially as a solo operator. I haven't personally seen a DR SP30 up close.
@@gls3894 Ditto. I have 4 Timemasters. original 2 have easily over a thousand hours each, probably 1500 or so, and are only now in need of a engine swap.
@@kennethcastaldo7239 I love my 28in cub the balance and how easy it is to turn compared to a time Master made it my go to I got mine used off a curb back rims lost the tires so was used allot I fixed it used it so much the spindle for the blade engagement is wallowed out and needs replaced but was looking for a more commercial replacement for it because I mow commercially
Warning! This mower has problems. I have had mine for almost two years, the blade drive belt had to be replaced at 6 hrs, Napa has a extreme duty belt for $30 that lasted 8hrs I have found that turning the mower off when it is engaged helps I get 15 to 20 hrs out of a belt now. The lever to adjust the deck height broke off the second time I used it. The front wheels are bolted in from the bottom and have been coming out even though I use loctite . The freaking gas tank is tiny, could have been twice the size. 40 to 45 minutes run time max.
Yes ive heard these 30 inch mowers all seem to have belt problems wether its the Scag, Toro , Exmark or this one.
The pulley control arm is installed in the wrong position. (You can see this in the video.) This seems to be a consistent problem with this machine. DR makes this unit in two sizes. If you look at the left side of the mower deck, there are two holes; one marked with 26 and the other one marked 30. The control arm needs to be installed in the one marked 30 (for the 30" mower).
Verified with DR the control arm bolt is in the correct hole (which is 26). My SP30 is an awesome mower and has no issues. Unless some people are abusing these mowers..they are excellent machines.
Great video and i'm subscribed to your channel
You have a nice variety of mowers. I just purchased an Exmark 30 & I think it was kind of over priced. It's real heavy and kind of hard to turn in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, with time I may fall in love with that mower. But the one you are using seems a lot lighter. And my brother I enjoy all your videos. It's light sitting through lawn mower college.
This one is 117 lbs, which is pretty heavy and it is noticeable when you're turning, but fine in straight lines of course. I don't know what the timemaster weighs?
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Do you have any experience/thoughts on the Ferris FW15? I am looking into buying one because of the hydro and massive Honda motor
I got a question for you I have an opportunity to do property maintenance at a couple motels one has a total of 8 acres and the grass is 2 1/2 to 3 feet high and the other had 5 acres and 4 acres is at a steep soap what kinda money should I charge for a job like this?
Well, I can tell you that I'd get about 100 bucks for 1 acre. So basically $800 for 8 acres. No, no discount for being multiple acres. On the slope one, same thing but make sure that the slope is mowable with a mower. You don't want to end up having to weed whack all that.
I wish wide cut mowers like these were awd not just rear drive. This would make going uphill smoothly.
Oh yes, AWD would be nice.
I heard that these suck on hills how have you found it?
@@leadnsteel1428 Used mine today. I have one yard I do that has a really steep incline and I found you need to give it a little push yourself going up those really steep inclines. But smaller inclines it does fine.
Very satisfying watching it suck up and shred all the leaves and debris. It's like vaccuming a lawn.
Exactly! Love this thing!
Does it still work fine without any problem? I had the Scag 30" it lasted 105 hours. They have a factory problem with the clutch and this machine looks very good, how is the transmission?
It's still working fine. Still no problems. The transmission could be stronger, it pulls good but not quite at a commercial level. Of course it's not claiming to be a commercial mower. but it can cut thick grass well! Amazing mowing ability.
I enjoyed the very slow motion clip. I like this Mower, but when I looked up the reviews. The buyers where not happy. Too many issues. How long have you had it? Also, did you encounter and issue yet? Thanks. I'm looking to get the 30 in. (76cm) TimeMaster® w/Personal Pace® Gas Lawn Mower.
Yea, I've heard all that too. I've had mine for about 2 years now with no problems at all. I really love this mower and I'm looking forward to another year mowing with it. I've never had any other mower with a blade speed this fast. It's an animal! But yea, for things like peace of mind to find repair parts, go with the TimeMaster. :)
@@Something2LookAt Yes, I think the Timemaster would be best for me since I'm in Canada. I love yours though. It's a Beast, eh! Thanks for the tips.
Great video with awesome shots! Tell them to send me one and I’ll stress test that son of a gun lol
he he he, I know you would. :)
New subscriber here. Is this better than the Timemaster? Also, does it ever leave a line in the middle of a path? I love your channel.
I wish I had ever used the Timemaster so I could compare them, but I haven't. And no, never seen a line left in the middle of the cut path. This is really a great machine.
@@Something2LookAt Thanks for the reply.
Holding the spring flap open with a rubber strap? Where's the (flimsy) side discharge deflector? Just kiddin'. After 1+ years of heavy use my few quibbles with the DR30 are with the comically small gas tank (good for only 1/2 an acre in one fuel-up), not shutoff petcock, the aforementioned cheap side deflector assembly which breaks off easily (they sent me a free warranty replacement after mine broke last year), today the height adjustment handle broke in half at a weak point (I am contacting them today for a warranty replacement part), the tendency for wet grass (the only kind in my swampy Mid-Atlantic region) to cake on the underside of the deck in all the crevices, and noise like a jet plane taking off. The pluses are the ample power, variable speed rear drive, aluminum deck, blade brake feature (with engine still running). The bagging action is really good- detaching and re-attaching the bag is quick and it really stuffs the grass in there, and with no clogging. The mulching action is superior. The 2 year warranty on the mower and the lifetime warranty on the deck is tops; they stand behind the product. In all I am very satisfied with this mower. I installed a fuel filter and petcock, and also an auxiliary gas tank with petcock on it, which I had saved off a 1980 2-stroke Lawn Boy Commercial. So the stock tank is now usually shut off, and serves as simply a reserve tank. Keep a full complement of spare belts handy. So fare only one broke, the main drive belt. One can run this thing with the belt cover off, gives it a cool steampunk look. An under-deck grass scrape-out is best achieved by locking the push handle in the upright position and tiling the whole mower 90 degrees back so the front of the mower is pointing skyward. Cost-wise, This unit goes on sale regularly and the used units go on sale for one hundred bucks cheaper than that, so wait for a sale if you're going to get one, be it new or refurbished. When I bought my "newsed" one and shortly thereafter new ones went on sale for the same price I paid, DR was willing to credit my card an extra hundred bucks. The refurbished model I received was super-clean and arrived drained of oil and a new quart bottle supplied, so it was like having a nearly-new machine but with the first oil change already performed. So I don't regret going for a refurbished unit.
Great comment! I think I will also put in a fuel filter and a cutoff. I actually really like the jet noise it makes! I strapped the mulching door open so that the grass could fly freely with no obstruction. This allows it to lay down smoothly on the yard too. Indeed, the gas tank is too small. It can be dealt with though. Very happy with it.
@@Something2LookAt The reason I wanted a cutoff is because I tilt the chassis to scrape out the underside of the unit with a plastic putty knife when I'm done mowing, and carb floats don't tend to operate properly to shut off the flow of gas when they're not reasonably plumb. It's also a "peace of mind" thing when the unit is in storage, that gas isn't leaking past a dirty float pin and flooding the engine and crankcase. I think all mowers should have a cutoff. Yes, I'm happy with this mower!
@@paulh6591 Indeed. They should all have fuel cut off valves. For us commercial guys it's because of bouncing around on the trailer while in transport. As it's bouncing that pin is letting gas through and so on. The bigger engines with a battery have a solenoid on the carb. Fuel valve opens with the solenoid when you turn the key.
Do you still have this lawn mower if so is it worth the money and how much does it weigh
Yes, I still have it. And it still runs great! It's one of my favorites. I'll have to make another video with it this year. I've had no problems, and still amazed at the blade speed. I've never encountered a blade speed that fast. What is it now, about $1500? Yea, it's worth it. It is heavy. About 125 lbs I think and very awkward to lift into the truck bed, if that's what you're wondering about. It's just hard to find places to hold on to it.
dr is king brush mower
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Any idea what the runtime is on a full tank of gas?
It is not long. The gas tank is on the small side. In thick grass you will only get a regular size 1/4 acre yard. This video was pretty much a full tank.
Wonder how it compares to the 42" finish mower that fits the DR brush mower.
Now that is a real curiosity. I wonder if they were able to achieve this ridiculous blade tip speed with that attachable deck. I still haven't looked under the deck cover to see how they did it on this machine. I mean, the engine isn't revving that high. Got to be something in the pulleys... Reminds me of the Chuck and Duck chippers. Ever seen those? ruclips.net/video/1jkOb5wqHqw/видео.html
@@Something2LookAt I wonder if we could convince DR to send you one for comparison :)
@@Boodieman72 Oh, they may offer. Their campaigns come in waves. I'm not hearing of a 3rd one...
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Shit's getting deep bois
11:36 grass go BRRRRRRRRRRRRRT
I got to get myself one of these
I heard it sucks on hills how did you feel about it?
It does not have as much pull as it should, correct. Haven't tried it on hills but if it can't be adjusted to pull tighter, it would have trouble on hills, yes.
What engine?
It just says DR. I think we estimated it's horsepower to be 7.5
@@Something2LookAt how fast can this mower go?
@@emmanuelgonzalez9602 That's a good question. If it were mowing thin grass grass you could mow as fast as it could go. I never really did try that.
Does it have a reverse ?
How many hours do you have on that and what issues have you had with it. I haven’t seen many good reviews but thinking about getting one anyways.
It doesn't have an hour meter, but I would guess only about 10-15 hours. No problems with it so far.
😑Man you had me trippin at the end!🤘🏽🔥🔥🔥
I get the impression Mike that you really enjoy your new lawnmower that is a sweet machine
I'm loving the blade tip speed!
Does it have a REVERSE
No reverse.
How's the metal thickness for the deck?
It is thick. Cast aluminum. See the review I did on it - ruclips.net/video/bQtPOk_DBEE/видео.html
@@Something2LookAt I will watch it, Sir. Thank you for posting.