Re: a rototiller question for all those gardeners out there
- To: pumpkins@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: a rototiller question for all those gardeners out there
- From: b*@pacific.net (Vickie Brock)
- Date: Sun, 1 Mar 1998 19:04:02 -0300
>As tillers go, the Mantis is not really all that expensive. Whether or not you
>need a tiller depends on how big your garden is nad how young and tough you
>are. A front tine tiller is cheaper than a rear tine but harder to operate, I
>have never heard of the brands you mention but it doesn't make a lot of
>difference. I'd ask about the availability of service. No matter how good the
>tiller, it will need service. Also you might be able to pick up a good used
>tiller for much less than a new one and maybe even bigger and better. Also
>they are very cheap to rent. You might want to try one out by renting it
>before you buy. If your garden is new and the ground has never been tilled
>before I'd rent a bigger tiller to do it the first time. Hope this helps. I
>rent now because it is much cheaper than owning for me. I can rent a $1500
>tiller for $40 a day. Check it out.
>
>Marv in Altoona PA
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Marv is making some good points here........My experience is that the
mantis works well in very well worked soil with out any rocks or clay....
real...loose and if its not loose.......... its a jumping bucking jack
rabbit...... renting is a better option because they keep up on the
maintenance.......but its not always available we you need
it..........there are times and conditions that trigger everybody and there
bother to rent.......which tells you it a good idea........but also check
out going together with neighbors ,friends or family...so you can share the
cost and use......if you use it one day a year rent ....4 times a
year.....try and rig up something better than renting ....more than that
pick up a tiller.....as George states those troybilt ponys are
awesome..........brock
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