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From: Frank Krygowski <frkrygow@sbcglobal.net>
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Subject: Re: rec tech mower
Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:03:30 -0400
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On 4/15/2025 1:42 PM, Jeff Liebermann wrote:
>  
> If you don't like the engine noise from gasoline powered lawn mowing,
> I suggest hearing protection:
> <https://www.homedepot.com/b/Safety-Equipment-Ear-Protection-Ear-Muffs/N-5yc1vZclh9>

I've done that for years. Part of my responsibilities as  a plant 
engineer were reducing plant noise levels. This was when OSHA 
regulations were new, with new limits on in-plant decibel levels. That 
made me very aware of hearing damage due to noise. But I don't even like 
the effect of mower noise on neighbors.


> Or, my might switch to a utility powered mower and a long 100ft
> extension cord 

As I mentioned earlier, I don't think that's practical due to the large 
number of "islands" of landscaping, among other things.

I think I need to find someone with a battery electric mower that's, 
say, five years old or more to see what their experience is like. In 
online forums I've seen complaints about full-charge range decreasing 
pretty quickly, and some complaints about needing batteries replaced as 
soon as three years.

BTW, the Kia EV, OTOH, reputedly suffers less than one percent drop in 
range per year, according to diagnostic tests that people have run. I've 
not noticed any drop at all, so far. It turns three years old in a 
couple days.


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- Frank Krygowski