craftsman lawn tractor drive problem


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Old 06-02-13, 04:15 PM
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craftsman lawn tractor drive problem

I am having a problem with the drive on my craftsman tractor model 917. 272420. I have changed the drive belt and also purged the transmission. The tractor will go forward and backwards but with very little power especially going up a hill. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old 06-02-13, 07:19 PM
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Is the belt tight? If so, I'd say you have internal problems in the tranny.
 
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Old 06-03-13, 10:40 AM
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The new belt is loose with the brake on but seems tight when its off but its hard to tell because it is spinning. Is there a good way to tell if its tight enough?
 
 

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