Caught a lucky break today. An elder gent dropped of a 2011 Craftsman Lawn Tractor at the local transfer station this morning. It's in good shape. He just didn't need it anymore.

It really helped out. The year 2000 Craftsman Lawn Tractor that i bought new finally gave up the ghost a couple of months ago. It just wasn't in the cards to buy a new one this year.

I should be good for another 5 - 10 years with this used one if i take care of it right.