According to the shop my JD L110's transaxle is on its last legs. I can still mow on the flat but it can't make it up a hill. The mower deck has see a lot of abuse and minimal care is coming to the end of its life too. Had it for at least 12 years. Mow up to 2 acres of lawn until early summer and then only mow about an acre's worth after that. It saw a lot of use as a trailer puller too, some of which I'm certain contributed to its demise.

The cost to get it running again with a new deck is over a $1,000 so I'm thinking a new tractor makes sense. The JD gave me 12+ years of mostly trouble free service - the only issue I ever had was a sheered flywheel key that was easy to fix myself - just blades, a couple of batteries and a few oil/filter changes. That being said I'm open to other brands models. I'd prefer to stay under $2,000 but would consider spending more if there was some more value in doing so.

Preferences are for a 42" ish deck for easier maneuvering and gate access. I don't bag so that isn't a feature to me.

Any suggestions and recommendations are appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mo