12 Reasons Bad Boy Lawn Mower Cuts Uneven

Purchasing your new Bad Boy mower was an exciting experience for you. Mowing your lawn every week keeps it looking great. Now you’re disappointed that you’re no longer getting a good cut from the mower you invested in.

If you have a bad cut on your mower, you cannot continue to run it. Identifying what causes uneven cuts is the first step.

Alignment, transaxle problems, hydraulic problems, mowers not starting, uneven cutting, fast-draining batteries, and shaking decks are common Bad Boy lawn mower problems.

Wear and tear, the wrong way of using it, and an absence of regular maintenance will result in most of the problems you encounter. Make sure these problems are fixed and proper maintenance is performed if you wish your lawnmower’s powerful horsepower engine to continue producing fine cuts and lasting performance.

Most Common Causes of a Lawn Mower Cutting Uneven

Bad Boy Mower Blades That Are Worn or Dull

It is possible to have uneven or bad cuts if the mower blades are dull or worn. Mower blades can become extremely worn if they are not sharpened and replaced regularly. It is possible for the blade ends to round off, leaving uncut grass between them.

It is also possible for the sail of the blade to wear out. Sails are used to create air movement under the deck by lifting the high side of the blade.

Grass stands taller for a nice cut if the sail can create suction under the deck when it becomes worn.

A blade will wear out regardless of how you care for it. Sand swirls under the deck under normal conditions, causing this to happen. Besides keeping the grass tall, your blades and deck draw in a lot of dirt that wears down the blade edges and sails.

The first set of blades I use each season are new, and the ones I use throughout the season are regularly checked and sharpened. It is important to take good care of your mower blades in order to keep them in good shape.

The blades that are round at the tip or whose sails are thinner than their center should be replaced when you realize they cannot be sharpened any longer.

There are Different Heights for The Wheels

A lawn mower’s wheels must be adjusted according to their height. Having one wheeled higher or lower than the others can cause your lawn mower to cut unevenly. This is because it is just one notch higher or lower than the rest. Some cheaper mowers have very flimsy height adjustment systems that can be damaged even if you initially set all wheels to the same height. A corner of your shed or a fencepost can easily cause one of the wheels to drop.

Solution: Your lawn mower’s wheels should be set to the same height on all 4 wheels. If it is set differently, adjust it.

A lever-based height adjustment system is less likely to cause this problem since it usually adjusts all four wheels together, or one lever adjusts the front two wheels and another the back two.

Your Bad Boy Lawnmower has Low Tire Pressure

The first thing you need to do when checking why your Bad Boy mower is cutting unevenly is to check the tire pressure. Your deck won’t sit level if you have a low tire.

This step should not be skipped. When you realize your tire pressure is low, you may have to reverse the changes you have made to your mower.

Make sure your tires are properly inflated using a tire pressure gauge. Your mower’s tires should be inflated to the same pressure on both sides. You may need to adjust your tire pressure if necessary. On the sidewall of the tire, you can find the manufacturer’s recommended tire pressure.

The Spindle or Bearing on the Bad Boy Mower is Damaged

You may notice your blade wobbling when rotating due to a damaged spindle or bad bearing. At high speeds, you may experience significant vibrations and uneven cuts.

Grasp each end of the mower blade, while it is still attached to the spindle housing, to check for damage. Make sure it doesn’t move by rocking it up and down. Additionally, your blade will knock as it moves up and down.

If your mower blade moves or knocks, remove your spindle housing and take it apart. Any parts that are damaged should be replaced.

A Wheel is Damaged or Damaged More Than One

A well-functioning set of wheels is essential for any kind of mower, whether it is a walk-behind or a riding lawn mower. You’ll likely see an uneven cut if your mower deck dips on either side of a broken/damaged wheel, which is not just hard to push or drive.

Solution: As the lawn mower moves, you will need to keep an eye on all of the wheels. Is there anything wobbly about them? Wheels that have been damaged show this clear sign. There is usually only one solution to a damaged wheel: replace it. Ensure that the replacement is the same size as the original.

Shaking/vibrating of the Mower Deck

Bad Boy owners often complain about the vibration or shaking of their mower decks. Decks with loose bolts and hardware usually experience this problem.

When hardware is loose, the deck can suffer undue stress, which could cause cracks or breaks.

Check all the fasteners and bolts of your mower to make sure they are tight before operating it again if you notice the deck shaking or vibrating excessively.

There is a Pull to One Side of The Mower

Your Bad Boy Mower could have alignment problems if it starts derailing from the mowing track. A defective shock absorber or poor adjustment may be the cause of this problem, according to our lawnmower experts. 

It isn’t as hard as you think to fix this if it doesn’t involve hydraulic leaks in the transaxle or mechanical issues with mower components. Check your tires’ pressure first. 

If you have a Bad Boy mower, make sure the tires are not underinflated. Prior to every mowing operation, ensure that all tires are inflated to the recommended pressure. Whenever you need to change the tires on your lawn mower, make sure you use a reliable lift so that your safety is not compromised. 

The leakage of hydraulic fluid can also lead to misalignment and poor adjustments. Your mower should go in the right direction if you replace the seal kits.  

Your Lawn Mower’s Deck is Plugged

Your mower blade’s sail is important, as I mentioned earlier. The purpose of this device is to create a suction beneath the deck by creating air movement. A good suction is created by maximizing the area under the deck for air movement.

Grass clippings and yard debris packed into a Bad Boy mower deck reduce the amount of space available for good airflow and suction.

It will not only make your mower’s engine work harder, but it will also give you an uneven cut.

Debris should not be allowed to accumulate on your mower deck. Prevent excessive buildup by scraping the deck regularly. Avoid mowing in wet conditions to reduce buildup under the deck. The grass on your deck will clump and stick when it is wet.

If you’re having trouble removing the buildup under the deck, you can try spraying it with a solution. Regardless of how much spray you use, debris will still stick to the surface. The only thing it will do is minimize the problem.

There is a Bent Blade on the Mower

It is common to see uneven cuts when a lawn mower blade is bent. The blade bends when you pass over something hard, such as a rock or a metal pipe, and this has an effect that is similar to that of a loose blade if you pass over something hard (this usually occurs when passing over a rock). There will be a change in the blade’s spin because it will no longer spin horizontally; it will now cut at an angle due to the bent section of the blade.

Solution: The chances of you being able to completely straighten a bent mower blade are very slim, unless you have some serious knowledge and skill in this type of work, but you may still be able to straighten it back to its original shape if you put in some serious effort to do so. Therefore, in order to save time and avoid further damage to your mower (continuing to use a bent blade can permanently damage the crankshaft), I would simply replace the blade with a new one.

There is too Little Power in The Engine of The Bad Boy Mower

Your Bad Boy mower must be running at full throttle when you engage the mower deck. To give your lawn a good cut, you must run the engine at its highest speed.

Depending on the condition of your engine, you may no longer be able to cut your lawn with your Bad Boy mower.

A small engine mechanic can troubleshoot and diagnose any problems that may be preventing your engine from giving you the power you require if this is happening to you.

Bad Boy Mower Paths Overlap Incorrectly

Avoid leaving strips of grass between passes by overlapping your mowing paths. This may take some time if you have a new mower.

Having your paths spaced out will save you time and prevent you from mowing over the same area twice. Getting the mower just right takes some practice.

The Deck on The Bad Boy Mower is Damaged

In the course of time, holes can develop in the surface of a mower deck, either because of corrosion if the deck is made from metal, or it may be caused by the accumulation of all of the bumps and bangs that you have given it over the years. The vacuum/suction effect that we just mentioned can really be affected by a hole in a deck, causing an uneven cut.

Solution: Any holes in the deck should be filled and damage to the deck should be repaired. Patching up a deck is sometimes possible, but if it isn’t, you’ll need to replace it. The cost of buying a new mower is usually cheaper than many cheaper mowers. It’s sad, but that’s the way it is.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)