Hi Nick and Norm

A spacer sounds like the easiest path to lower the blade plate .

The tighter turns are a bit of a workout with a heavier mower.

Yes I've also got a a bugger of a property to mow on a slope but the good
thing about the quad bike mower is you can still cut the grass on a hot day
and it's especially easy to use when a lot of turning is involved.

Cheers
Max