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So what happened with the contract negotiations? How much of CNH does Fiat own? I haven't found that info on their web site yet.

Possible strike
New Holland Tractors
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I have a Craftsman mower with a 19.5 hp engine and 42" deck. I'm not happy with the cutting performance of the unit and I've thought about increasing the blade speed by changing the pulleys. Has anyone here ever done this? I know back in the early '80's congress choked down the blade speeds of residential mowers to help prevent injuries from thrown objects. I have about 1 ac of grass in 17 ac of woods so that's not a problem for me. As I recall the blade tip speed is around 10,000 fpm, while commercial mowers usually run 14,000 to 18,000 fpm. I of course have already done the usual things like adjusting the governor up and keeping the blades sharp. I would appreciate any input.

lawn mower blade speed
Garden and Landscape
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