I am seriously considering a 3pt aerator and would like to know what your results are. Is it a tool you use or is it one that just sits in the shed? Does it actually improve the lawn or are you just out for a tractor ride? I am looking at the one from Everything Attachments. It looks very well built and heavy at 650lbs. I am considering the 60 inch model. So, tell me if your yard likes it or doesn't care. I need your feedback. Thanks.
Aerators, are they worth the investment?
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So, what is stopping ya?
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Drum type is just that, a single rotating drum that the spoon are mounted to. Requires more straight line running, slight deviations are tolerated.
Independent is where the spoons mount to separate discs to allow for better turning. Independent tend to cost more also.
With a 3pt hitch you can lift the attachment for transport and turning.
With a pull behind, you'll need wheels to move over areas not wanting holes. Tow behinds are also longer.
You can check out the differences here. Everything Attachments
Hope this helps.
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Debating whether or not the independent model is really necessary. I'm thinking that the drum model will do just fine?
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My 1026R. The 48" drum version will be lighter than the independent model so that would be a plus and I can add weight to the drum if needed.
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I kinda figured it would be the bigger machine, but I am not one to assume things.
Some of the drum models are pretty heavy. The drum model will be cheaper also. :thumbup1gif:
What brand and model of aerator are you looking at?
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I love EA products, so I'm only considering the EA aerators at this point.
Considering:
ETA-PLUGGERV2-48 Drum Style Lawn Aerator V2.0 48'
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EA-XD-LA-36 Everything Attachments XTreme Duty Lawn Core Aerator 36 Inch V2.0
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Those that have the independent wheels aerators, how much and what type of turn can you make without tearing the grass or bending spoons? When I spoke with EA, they said that only very gradual turns can be made with a slight edge going to the independent wheel aerator, but they will both tear the grass and bend spoons with any noticeable turn.
I still need to buy an aerator....like now
Ea has their independent wheel 36" aerator on sale for $1459
Tractor Lawn Aerator and Core Plugger
But the 36" is actually 30" which concerns me as I have 5 acres to aerate.
So then there is the drum aerator that is 60" (50" actual) for $1475.
[http://www.everythingattachments.com/Drum-Lawn-Aerator-p/eta-pluggerv2.htm]Tractor Lawn Aerator and Core Plugger[/url]
The 36" weighs 650 the 60" drum weighs 620. I would think penetration would be better with the 36" but would it be good enough on the 60"?
Any idea how much time it would take to aerate 5 acres with either unit?
Ea has their independent wheel 36" aerator on sale for $1459
Tractor Lawn Aerator and Core Plugger
But the 36" is actually 30" which concerns me as I have 5 acres to aerate.
So then there is the drum aerator that is 60" (50" actual) for $1475.
[http://www.everythingattachments.com/Drum-Lawn-Aerator-p/eta-pluggerv2.htm]Tractor Lawn Aerator and Core Plugger[/url]
The 36" weighs 650 the 60" drum weighs 620. I would think penetration would be better with the 36" but would it be good enough on the 60"?
Any idea how much time it would take to aerate 5 acres with either unit?
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I too have been considering an aerator and have looked at the EA attachments units. I just have not pulled the trigger yet.
Now, how may hours to aerate 5 acres. Quite a few!! :lol:
Seriously..... using basic math, an acre has 43,560 sq. ft., 5 acres has 217,800 sq. ft. If this piece of ground is square, it would be 467' x 467'.
So, with the 36" aerator, you will travel about 13.7 miles; with the 60" aerator, you will travel about 8.3 miles to aerate 5 acres. Depending on how fast you can drive, figuring 5 MPH, 2.7 hours with the 36" and 1.7 hours with the 60".
Now, this number doesn't account for turning around at each end or working around obstacles, so you will have to consider extra time for all these "other things". :thumbup1gif:
An all day affair it sounds like...:lol:
I'll be buying one by day's end just have to decide
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Get the widest version you can afford. In addition to the reduced width you'll be overlapping each pass so the effective width is further reduced.
I don't believe you overlap with an aerator. That is why a 30" aerator is classified as a 36"
But I do agree wider is better and that is the way I am leaning
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The EA aerator is way too much for my X738, so I opted for a lighter duty unit. I just took delivery of this 48" plug aerator last week. They are really hard to find in the spring, so I went ahead and purchased it now. I took advantage of the seller's free gift card on purchase, which effectively knocked $100 off the price (not really, as I have to spend it after the purchase). They also have a 60".
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This one weighs under 200 pounds, but of course will need added weight in use. But i can adjust that total weight based on penetration, and will be far under the 800 pound load of the EA aerator. That said, this is not an apples-to-apples comparison. The EA unit is far better than this one in build quality, features, etc, but way beyond my weight capacity, and frankly, my price point. Both are a heck of a lot better than using the small walk-behind units.
This one weighs under 200 pounds, but of course will need added weight in use. But i can adjust that total weight based on penetration, and will be far under the 800 pound load of the EA aerator. That said, this is not an apples-to-apples comparison. The EA unit is far better than this one in build quality, features, etc, but way beyond my weight capacity, and frankly, my price point. Both are a heck of a lot better than using the small walk-behind units.
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For 5 acres it is going to take you all day and then some. With my 60 inch it takes me about 4 hours to do my 3 acres. Now, it also depends on how many obstacles you have to go around. The time is just a little more than mowing time with your tractor. I also find in some places I double up on the holes just due to the pattern I use. In all it isn't too bad when you consider you only do this operation twice a year at most. I aerate spring and fall.
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Well, the way I figure it the more cores you pull the better. I usually overlap at least a foot with each pass. I have a Lesco 60RT / John Deere LA60 / Classen 60RT that has a 52" aerating width. Purchased it used and it's been fine. It has two rotating gangs and 60 tines. Weighs-in at ~ 350# and I usually add another ~200# of weight to it. Lesco and JD no longer carry this model but Classen still sells it. Here's a link: Classen Aerators – Full Line - Classen
The three-point mount is the way to go as you can raise & disengage the tines when maneuvering.
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