Backlap Reel Mower

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  • Опубликовано: 30 окт 2024

Комментарии • 77

  • @tomkrueger6245
    @tomkrueger6245 5 лет назад +5

    Doc, Your video is the first one I've ever seen on backlapping a Tru-Cut mower . Thanks for doing that the tips were especially helpful .thks again

  • @CrispusAttucks2315
    @CrispusAttucks2315 3 года назад +1

    Doc you helped me out a ton with this video! Bought a used Tru-Cut and the adjustment screw info made all the difference. Cuts like a ginsu knife.

  • @rickyfuentes
    @rickyfuentes 4 года назад +1

    I've searched the net far and wide looking for a video as thorough as this, THANK YOU so much. I have the same mower and it was starting to cost too much money taking it in for this minor maintenance runs. I appreciate the knowledge being shared here.

  • @MrJohnnycearley
    @MrJohnnycearley 3 года назад

    Excellent video Doc!!! I've been binge watching your channel for 2 days now. AWESOME!!

  • @jeffsmith825
    @jeffsmith825 4 года назад

    You're very correct it doesn't take much. I watched the mechanic at my country club backlap all his Toro GreensMaster machines and it took him less than a minute, probably 30-45 seconds per reel. It was a learning experience for sure for my own GreensMaster. Many RUclips videos show people backlapping for minutes.

  • @jasongetsit
    @jasongetsit 5 лет назад +12

    Hey Doc, just a couple recommendations I've learned by experience. 80 grit compound is pretty aggressive and will wear into your bedknife quickly. I use 120 grit compound for my typical backlapping. If I have any major blade dings then I would use an 80 grit at the beginning to knock down the defects fully clean the compound off and then transistion to 120 grit compound. You will end up with a much finer edge. Also, I completely clean all the grit off before I run the blades in the cutting direction. You ran your blades while you were rinsing. You can dull the cutting blades and bedknife if you have any compound left on the blades when operating the mower.

    • @rross5843
      @rross5843 4 года назад

      Where do you by the grit compound?

  • @buythedip6130
    @buythedip6130 5 лет назад

    Finally a Tru-Cut video that takes the mystery and misery out of how to keep the mower cutting sharp....p.s.waiting for your mower to start needing clutch plate adjustments on either reel side or drive side. Headed to the garage - Thanks Doc

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      lol... a LOT of research and testing went into this silly video. Most won't understand... but if you own a trucut, you will.

  • @bryanschrum1542
    @bryanschrum1542 5 лет назад +1

    Finally a tru cut backlap video. Thanks Doc!

    • @BudgetLawns
      @BudgetLawns 5 лет назад +1

      You can always count on Doc!

    • @bryanschrum1542
      @bryanschrum1542 5 лет назад +4

      Doc, one thing to call out is that you don’t have to remove the chain in order to backlap or make reel/bedknife adjustments on the Tru-Cuts. I’m by no means an expert on Tru-Cuts but I do own one and have been doing this for years. Might save you a little time on your next backlap by not removing and reinstalling the chain. All bolts are accessible with the chain still on.

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад +3

      True... but for safety doing it with a handheld drill, I think people should remove the chain. I can see a shirt getting caught in it.

    • @bryanschrum1542
      @bryanschrum1542 5 лет назад

      @@HowTowithDoc Excellent point. Good call Doc!

  • @johni4213
    @johni4213 4 года назад

    Just picked up the summer attachment "reel mower" for my 72' ariens snowblower! So here i am!

  • @matthewdupont3969
    @matthewdupont3969 5 лет назад

    Thanks Doc, I just bought a True-cut a week ago. Very helpful!!!

  • @Lawn_father
    @Lawn_father 5 лет назад

    Thanks Doc, I've been needing to see how to backlap a tru-cut for a while!

  • @Bill-qc4yd
    @Bill-qc4yd 4 года назад +1

    Doc, Great videos, to the point, informative and enjoyable! Can you answer for me: I'm in the middle of Utah, can't find anyone to sharpen the blades of a reel mower and I have looked. Don't have a mower yet, but doing my due diligence before buying one and can't see getting one if I can't get it sharpened when needed. Many say blades on a reel mower should be sharpened once a year or more, what exactly does back lapping accomplish? If it's done several times a year does it or can it replace sharpening?

  • @marknye51.thefixitguy
    @marknye51.thefixitguy 10 месяцев назад

    question: there are two slotted screw bolts with jam nuts on them on both sides of the frame up behind the reel. the left side is hard to get to because of the motor chain to the drive system but the right side is very visible and easy to get to. i have looked and looked in manuals and onlne to see what these screws are for and what they adjust. any idea what they are for . ? you help would be greatly appreciated

  • @chadriddle3517
    @chadriddle3517 5 лет назад

    Keep them coming doc!

  • @philipsuter5461
    @philipsuter5461 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks for the backlapping video. Please remember to wear hearing protection when using the Trucut..... Tinnitus will be on the horizon......

  • @georgealmeida7382
    @georgealmeida7382 4 года назад +2

    you can get that compound at an outo parts store.. ask for valve grinding compound

  • @jdoldham1348
    @jdoldham1348 5 лет назад

    One day... ill have one lol Thanks Doc

  • @kevinhair8373
    @kevinhair8373 4 года назад +1

    Doc, can you do a detailed video on adjusting the height on the McLane? Thanks

  • @CH-xo8ss
    @CH-xo8ss 5 лет назад

    Yes PLEASE don’t buy from the robber who is hogging PFG and trying to sell it for $80!!!! Thanks for the great tips Doc!! They say you need to learn something new everyday, I just did!!! PFG is the best hands down !!! After 2 stacking treatments and 4 weeks our Bermuda has overcome the summer burnout and looks great!!!

  • @nickskudlarek1
    @nickskudlarek1 4 года назад

    So that third bolt on the bottom doesn't get torqued down the same as the others? It's just finger tight and then turned as needed for finer height adjustments?

  • @matthewgeiger5149
    @matthewgeiger5149 4 года назад

    Do you have any advice to back lapping a McLane reel mover? It doesn't have a nut to turn the blade but just the sprocket that the chain goes on.

  • @henrikjonsson4340
    @henrikjonsson4340 4 года назад

    Thanks being really informativ. You tell that it should be adjusted several times and how much. One Q? How about the other blade nr 2 down at the bottom, is it something you have to considering about?

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  4 года назад

      Not really sure or clear on your question. I don't worry about the bedknife but maybe once every 2 years.

  • @richardb.4487
    @richardb.4487 3 года назад

    Great, helpful video. Insane how hard it is to find good info on blade adjustments for Trucut. Hate to criticize, since it's the best vid out there on it. But I would love if you did a shortened version, start to finish, showing each adjustment you make. It's already my spring primer vid, but I've had to make a cheat sheet with time stamps of the steps. But I do thank you for this one!

  • @jmxela9058
    @jmxela9058 4 года назад

    Good afternoon how are you nice video
    Let me ask you where you buy the black lapping compound thanks you

  • @JoNathanB1976
    @JoNathanB1976 5 лет назад

    I remember it was Blackjack seed that you used for the miracle plot.

  • @rabit7538
    @rabit7538 3 года назад

    How do I know if the bed knife needs to be replaced.

  • @B.Arnold-22964
    @B.Arnold-22964 4 года назад

    Do you back lap a brand new blade wheel? I have one i just put on it has so much resistance when I spin by hand but it the only position it will do the paper cut test.

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  4 года назад +1

      Don't worry too much about the paper cut. It will cut fine. Watch the new video.

  • @jarredharbison6705
    @jarredharbison6705 5 лет назад +1

    First Aussie 🤣 got ya Trevor taking me a month to get you.

    • @trevormuggeridge4560
      @trevormuggeridge4560 5 лет назад +1

      Jarred , great work, have a great day😎

    • @jarredharbison6705
      @jarredharbison6705 5 лет назад

      trevor muggeridge you watch the same RUclips channels as me mate. What area do you live? I’m in Geelong. Got to wait another month before I start a Reno, bloody cold down here

  • @tacocin
    @tacocin 5 лет назад +1

    Very informative! Thanks!

  • @RioTheHitman
    @RioTheHitman 2 года назад +1

    You didnt show us how to grease the fittings

  • @bigboostable
    @bigboostable 5 лет назад +1

    does it already need to be backlapped or is it just a how to video? Thought you just purchased that this year.

    • @BudgetLawns
      @BudgetLawns 5 лет назад

      Great question! I've been wondering how often it needs to be done!

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад +2

      Yes, Deep cutting and multiple yards. It's only a 15 min process so good to do when you feel any rounding.

    • @bigboostable
      @bigboostable 5 лет назад

      @@HowTowithDoc wow...I've had mine for 3 years now and cut about 3 times a week and still dont need to back lap. I check to make sure its cutting every week using a piece of paper. I guess how tight the reel is to the bedknife and rpm is a factor when it comes to wear.

  • @steelecary9077
    @steelecary9077 3 года назад

    What size is the drill bit you use for this?

  • @ICT-BRK-MMXM
    @ICT-BRK-MMXM 4 года назад

    Great video! Easily understood and will use that knowledge with mine moving forward. Where do you recommend to get a backlap kit?

  • @brucebonkowski3037
    @brucebonkowski3037 3 года назад

    do you have a driver to sharpen a locke mowers reels

  • @debgray4576
    @debgray4576 5 лет назад

    Hi Doc, really like your videos and products, but wanted to know the price difference from July to now for the PGF Complete? Is there a way to contact you?

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      It's a third party seller being stupid on Amazon. Wait about 6 days and it will be back in stock for the $31

  • @ajrabon12
    @ajrabon12 5 лет назад

    Doc, do you have the speed reducer kit on your TruCut or do you just control ground speed with your thumb?

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      I really could not see the need for one unless I'm missing something.

  • @matthewgeiger5149
    @matthewgeiger5149 4 года назад

    Have you back lapped your Mclane 25in yet?

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  4 года назад

      Keep putting it off.... this week probably

    • @matthewgeiger5149
      @matthewgeiger5149 4 года назад

      @@HowTowithDoc I would love to see it. I have a 20 inch older mclane and have been using the duct tape around the sprocket method with some success. reel rollers sells an adapter now.

  • @brucebonkowski3037
    @brucebonkowski3037 3 года назад

    what size is your driver nut

  • @dkmanley54
    @dkmanley54 4 года назад

    Doc. Really good tutorial on back lapping. Now I'm looking for a front roller. I've looked all over various lists for a used one because new is about $160 plus. Do you know where I can pick up a used one in decent shape for a 27" Tru-cut? Thanks.

  • @willdwyer6782
    @willdwyer6782 5 лет назад +1

    If your clippings won't sink in, then why don't you use a bagger?

    • @TNKHART
      @TNKHART 5 лет назад

      I was wondering the same thing.

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      The honest answer... because the front catcher was 200 yards away in my shed and I was hot as hell. lol.... That area does not have good thatch so I like to leave them on.

  • @Lawn_father
    @Lawn_father 5 лет назад

    Did you have to use the special wrench?

  • @andyvaldez7714
    @andyvaldez7714 5 лет назад

    How did you kill off those weeds?, nice lawn by the way.

  • @WhittyPics
    @WhittyPics 5 лет назад +1

    I seen that guy on Amazon selling that PGF for 3 times the cost.

  • @MrGermany18
    @MrGermany18 5 лет назад

    Sorry for the off-topic question, but any idea when PGFC will be for sale again? Amazon only shows third party seller selling it for $85 with an arrival date of October. Clearly a BS posting.

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      Truck leaving for Amazon today.... will take about 5 days to be in stock. Then another truck leaving next week as well. Should be all good soon.

    • @MrGermany18
      @MrGermany18 5 лет назад

      How To with Doc thanks for the reply! Very anxious to try it out. Hope I don’t miss my window of opportunity!

  • @MowersNBlowers
    @MowersNBlowers 3 года назад

    You call this a simple process? Holy cow, looks like a lot of work! What is sharpening the blades? Rubbing on the rear back cover? Doesn’t that eventually run away so future backslapping is impossible since it rubbed away?

  • @boostedfools
    @boostedfools 5 лет назад

    Did you rinse your mower off spinning forward when there was still backlapping compound on there? That's not a good idea... Seems much more complicated to do the backlapping process on this mower than on a Greensmaster but I guess they all are a bit different. It's amazing what backlapping can do for the sharpness of the reel, as well as aligning the reel to bedknife surface up.

  • @nimrodquimbus912
    @nimrodquimbus912 5 лет назад

    Great channel, I need answers to some Bermuda Lawn questions that I have, can they be asked here ? Thanks !

  • @mikefitzpatrick5209
    @mikefitzpatrick5209 4 года назад +1

    Doesn't the fact that you're re-cutting your clippings on each pass, reduce the performance of the cutting capability of the mower?

  • @ryanrogers3610
    @ryanrogers3610 5 лет назад

    Is taking the chain off necessary? Very thorough video. Thanks!

  • @1k9trainer
    @1k9trainer 5 лет назад

    What back lapping compound do you recommend?

    • @HowTowithDoc
      @HowTowithDoc  5 лет назад

      I use 80 grit but many go with 120. www.amazon.com/s?k=reel+backlap+compound

  • @zacharycoffman7002
    @zacharycoffman7002 4 года назад

    thanks for video, only thing is that drill goes way too fast for backlapping. Need to get a backlapping machine that goes a significant amount slower. 4-5 minutes and let it slowly work.

  • @chrisg2163
    @chrisg2163 5 лет назад

    How to replace a blade on lawnmower

  • @dudleycornman1624
    @dudleycornman1624 4 года назад

    Master link...