[Scott Douglas]

Some time ago (10+ years?) I got hold of a Snapper Hi-Vac mower sans engine. I went out and bought a cheap sidethrow mower with a B&S on it and transplanted the engine. Wore that sucker out in about 3 yrs. So, I went out and bought the cheapest Sears rear bagger with a Honda on it I could find and did the same thing over again. I've been trying to wear it out for the last 6-7 yrs now. That Hi-Vac does a good job 'cause if I do it right, I don't have the sweep up when I'm done. I priced a new Snapper w/Honda and it was about $700 a couple of years ago so I figure I'm ahead of the game even if I have to buy another engine before the deck gives up.