2022 John Deere Z530M Zero Turn Mower Review & Walkaround

Can the seat that comes on the Z740R be installed on the Z500 mowers? 530R or 545R?

I needs some help . Are there any salvage yards across the country that deal with usedhoods for John Deere . I’m looking for the whole used hood setup for x360 . Has anyone seen any websites?

I found the canopy that fits the John Deere z500 series . They are also back ordered .

The canopy for the z500 series is LPA 11548

Excellent review and video. You are very knowledgeable and explain in easy to understand instructions. I did learn a some things from changing transmission if mower is stuck and positions of front wheel for different mower heights.
I have my 2nd Z540M. The only thing I dislike is where the oil filter is located to change. Very difficult to get at. Now JD have placed a drainage hose and bracket to obstruct filter change even more. I never had a problem where the oil drainage plug was located before with any type of oil mess. If there was a dab of oil just wipe with a rag. Especially difficult oil filter change first time from manufacturer. The filter is put on so tight. I use a wide mouth pliers to get oil filter off with a lot of muscle and mumbling. The oil strap didn't work for me to get oil filter off. JD should of reinvented oil filter location and left oil drainage plug alone. And I'm a woman doing the oil change and service.
I noticed the air cleaner is lacking a black foam filter like mine has on it in this video.
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

What about the operation, how it cuts, what problems have been reported? A seat is a seat okay but I want it to cut grass its a tool period. Oh by the way I have never used a cup holder on a mower when I cut to much dust. Were are the grease fittings and how much oil and air pressure. Deep dive details.

Ready for a z530r demo

I’m not sure if it’s just my lawnmower but when I press down to lower the deck it doesn’t want to go down unless a certain way is there a way to fix that?

Thank you for the review...I just bought a Z530R and had no idea how to operate my new toy...your review has made me aware of the things I had no idea my tractor had.

Just a comment on the dimensions you stated in the video. You said the mower without deck is 46.6". but, you also said for the 48" deck the width is 43.9"!

what about the gague how do you replace it

I have a John Deere Z445 and over the years the foam type handles have slipped down on the hand bars about 6 inches. Would appreciate any fix for this.

Great video!

Can we install 23x10.5-12 tires from Z530R series model to rims on Z530M would they fit?

Brent, It looks like John Deere has changed their website to reflect the 2023 lineup and it looks like the z530m or the z5 series has now got a Green Deck vs a Yellow Deck. Do you have any info on what else might have changed for the 2023 models?

Looks like a pretty decent mower and that seat looks great. Are the transmissions serviceable?

Just purchased my mower. I'm NOT a mechanical type of guy. HOWEVER, you did a wonderful job of making everything easy to understand. Thank you so very much!!!

Just picked up my z530m today started it up and loaded it on the trailer just fine got home and tried to u load it and couldn’t get it started? Is there a fuel shut off valve? It cranks but won’t start choked it and gave it some throttle but no luck

Nice job! Awesome!

Yo! What might the part number be for the cover lid that comes on the r, for the accessory area to add to the m

Read the manual, still confused on some parts, watched your video, crystal clear !! Your very good and thorough , thank you !!

Will you do a video on this z530m installing the light kit

does the pto stay engaged when machine is in reverse or does it shut down?

Very clear and detail!

u did a awesome job, I made sure I saved. thanks.

Just signed papers on my Z530M today, looking forward to it! Keep up the good work on your videos!

Brent. I cancelled my order for the Z320R because I got a stump removed from my yard allowing me to go with a larger mower. My 2023 Z530R arrives soon. Can't find a full review on it anywhere. Could you review it please and thank you in advance.

Thanks for the review and instruction!!

Excellent!!

Thank you for this video, Brent! I am struggling to find a bagger for this mower with the 60inch acceldeck, can you bag with the 60 inch deck? Thank you!

I bought this exact model zero turn mower and I love it. The cut looks professional. It will not clog with the huge exhaust chute. It's also great on gas. This model tages a little over 4 gallons of gas and I was able to cut a 1 1/2 acre at least 4 times before having to refill the gas tank. It's comfortable as hell. So if you're looking for a zero turn mower, this is it.

Oil change serviceable axle drive transmissions is the most important point. Greaseable spindles, pivots, caster bearings all add up to long life reliability . Agree with the rounded deck design. Best air and grass flow. Dont park your machine outside⚠️⚠️⚠️

I am looking into buying a mower similar to this, a John Deere 2016 Z535M. The mower is not equipped with a rops system. Is this something I would be able to get installed? Thanks!

This is a stamped deck, sealed non-serviceable hydro TURD!

This video with your description is fantastic! Just what I needed as I await the delivery of the 54" model in a few days. Thanks again.

Airflow within the deck is not a good selling point when strength is the trade off. Airflow is not as critical as the stamped deck’s inferior strength. They get bent, when that happens blades go out of alignment with each other causing a poor uneven cut across the width of the deck. If you have a pristine level lawn no problem, however if have a variety of surfaces and rough uneven terrain or have to occasionally bump into things you cannot count on durability over time. I want something bulletproof, this is not. It’s cheap and a manufacturer shortcut. If it weren’t for that I would strongly consider purchasing JD, but the stamped deck is a deal breaker. I have a JD conventional lawn tractor that has a bent deck.

What do you do when it will stay running

I just ordered one online. - 0 - APR for 36 months with John Deere Credit this is good until Jan 31, 2024. Thanks for the info.

I just bought a Z530M and getting it this week. Thanks for the great video. As a first time zero turn operator it is very helpful.

Why is my john Deere z530 ztrak tuning off while im cutting grass its strats to stutter then it shuts off my mower only has 33 hrs on it its brand new 2023.

Thank you for that. I just bought a M530/ 54 inch.
Being delivered this week actually. 🎉

This thing doesnt start, weird

Thank you so much for doing this video. It helped me immensely.

Loved my z530m when I bought it. Unfortunately it lasted 32.1 hours (Less than 2 years) before the transaxles on both sides started making horrendous whining noises. Wish I would have bought it from you guys, but unfortunately I was living in another state at the time. I was hoping that by spending good money for a mower it would be dependable but now I don’t know what to do.

Why doesn’t John Deere make the 757 zero turn any more

Great video. He knows his mower. 🎉

brilliant review

I’m guessing Rotella Z rod 10 W 40 and they are synthetic hydraulic fluid would make the thing last a very long time including their grease. It’s almost impossible to rinse off and can stand tremendous heat and friction and load so you can get 20 years out of it.

Great video explaining as I'm considering this model. My Z445 has died after 15 years, only problems were spindle wear so hope that design has improved.

Very well done video. Good information and content. Such a rarity compared to AI on YT!