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Poor Man's Automatic Sprinkler System
We have used one of these for about ten years with great success. The tractor can even follow the hose around gentle 10' radius curves. The little ramp clips on the hose and has a folding ground spike to keep it from slipping. When the tractor reaches the ramp, it pushes a shut off valve on the belly of the tractor. Very simple and effective. Part of our ramp finally snapped off, but it still works. We've never had a problem with the tractor. The adjstable spray wands allow you to regulate the size of the area covered. I suppose it can drag about forty feet of hose before it slows it down. That probably will vary depending on the depth and density of your turf and how straight the path is.
You won't be disappointed; this is a time-tested classic!
May 2000 · Patio Lawn and Garden