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    Default Zero turn suspension

    Anyone got a DIY way that works cheap to fix the hard suspension on a zeroturn mower?
    The suspension kitts cost a bit so looking for a cheaper DIT way.
    Was thinking changing the springs under the seat???
    Read on the net Simeone used a wheel barrow inner tube sitting under the seat???
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    Default Re: Zero turn suspension

    l put one of those bolt-on under seat suspension ones on, a bit underwhelming TBH.......keep us informed




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    Default Re: Zero turn suspension

    Quote Originally Posted by imoww View Post
    Anyone got a DIY way that works cheap to fix the hard suspension on a zeroturn mower?
    The suspension kitts cost a bit so looking for a cheaper DIT way.
    Was thinking changing the springs under the seat???
    Read on the net Simeone used a wheel barrow inner tube sitting under the seat???
    lower ya tyre pressure easy fix.

    first get a tyre gauge that will do low preasures $25 so your accurate, let your rear tyres down to 8 psi ,

    you may have to adjust your deck pitch, at 8psi the rear end will be lower with the driver onboard.

    Amazing how smooth the ride is at 8psi, worth the effort a little deck adjustment, easy fix have a play around with preasures you wont be disapointed.

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    Default Re: Zero turn suspension

    Quote Originally Posted by imoww View Post
    Anyone got a DIY way that works cheap to fix the hard suspension on a zeroturn mower?
    The suspension kitts cost a bit so looking for a cheaper DIT way.
    Was thinking changing the springs under the seat???
    Read on the net Simeone used a wheel barrow inner tube sitting under the seat???
    Tyre pressure definately helps.

    Maybe try some memory foam seat cushions? I use some on a very old machine with a very worn seat when going on rough ground-helps a little.

    My old Ferris had a small hard spring maybe 2 inches at rear of seat. It was basic but provided some level of suspension. Options for more or harder or softer springs there?
    Will ask my mate to take a photo of it as he has the machine now

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