A lawn mower is made up of so many parts, most of which we can’t see. They all play a role in allowing us to use the mower to take care of our lawn, but some are more important than others. So what about the humble two-dollar (give or take) … Read more
Maybe you are looking to earn a little bit of extra cash mowing a friend’s lawn? Maybe you bought a new property nearby and want to drive your mower there rather than transporting it in a van? There could be a number of reasons you want to take your mower … Read more
If you are asking the question ‘how hot does a lawn mower engine get?’ it could be for one of two reasons. The first is out of pure curiosity as your mind wanders whilst you cut your lawn, the second is because you are genuinely concerned that your mower might … Read more
Once an engine deteriorates on a lawn mower, it makes cutting your lawn much more difficult. There are a few things you can do to prolong the life of a mower, but eventually, it will reach the point of no return. And is buying a new mower always necessary? Or … Read more
If you are thinking about buying a cordless mower, there might be one question that is of more importance to you than any other. How long do electric lawn mower batteries last per charge? After all you don’t want to have to keep stopping to charge the battery up midway … Read more
So you want to know can you use bar and chain oil in a lawn mower? Maybe you have some engine oil left over from your chainsaw and your lawn mower needs a top-up before you can cut your grass. Are the two compatible? We take a closer look in … Read more
When you are all set to mow your lawn, there is nothing more frustrating than a non-functioning mower. Especially if it is a riding mower. So can you push start a riding mower? We will explore the best way to get your mower working again if your lawn is in … Read more
Sometimes the answer ‘pretty darn quickly’ just isn’t good enough! So how fast do lawn mower blades spin? Is there a limit on their speed? What would happen if they spun faster? We take a closer look at the issue here and establish why blade speed is so important. So… … Read more
Buying a riding lawn mower is a big investment no doubt about it. That is why you want to know how long you can expect it to last when you buy one. After all, you don’t want to pay thousands of dollars for something that will need replacing within a … Read more
Even the most organized person can sometimes find themselves out of their regular lawn mower oil without realizing it. That is why sometimes people ask the question, can I use 10w40 oil in my lawn mower? Because a multigrade oil like this is often something they have to hand. But … Read more