"My understanding is that the high arches restricted the flow."
I don't think that is right.I think a high arch mower is less restricted than a low arch mower for
a greater flow rate of cut grass.(the grass cuttings are discharged at as high a level as possible
to ensure the maximum capacity of the catcher is utilized.
Hi Max and all,
sorry for the late reply here.
Some days, I feel like a rag doll, jumping about the forums
My comparison was not with low-arch mowers but with the
mid-arch jobs
of the 1960s. The chute openings were similar - one wider, the other higher.
My argument was that the cutting efficiency between high-arch and mid-arch
mowers was minimal - if anything.
I guess my argument is that increased airflow accompanied by restricted higher chutes
produced the same result as mid-arch chutes with less restriction.
Max, maybe we agree about this?
Cheers------------------------
Jack
