Retired in NC> My name is Jim and I now have 9.5 hours on my new gator. After reading the posts about the shifting problems, I have to agree, I have to shut it off to shift (minor inconvenience) But, I have horse trails and several dry creek bed crossings that are VERY steep and short, the gator in 4 wheel low walks up and down these obstacles without even a hiccup. I LOVE IT!