IlChengis
New member
Hey Guys,
Last year I bought an LT1000 (917.272650) from my friend. It's in great shape, well kept.
The speed lever on the right has always been hard to move while riding the mower, so I have been putting my foot on the brake and stopping the mower everytime I have to change speed.
Is that normal? I would think I should be able to change speed on the fly while mowing, no? It sure would make my mowing sessions more efficient.
I wonder if I have to spray some lubricant somewhere. I looked over the manual and I didn't see any mention of transmission/differential fluid change, but I do see a pumpkin between the rear wheels and it looks like it is serviceable. I'd love to change the fluid, if that's the case.
Last but not least... is there some sort of "gearbox upgrade" that would allow me to get a limited slip differential? I ask because right now it seems like it has an open differential, the tire with least traction gets all the power. I'd like to change this, if it's possible.
Thank you for the help!
Last year I bought an LT1000 (917.272650) from my friend. It's in great shape, well kept.
The speed lever on the right has always been hard to move while riding the mower, so I have been putting my foot on the brake and stopping the mower everytime I have to change speed.
Is that normal? I would think I should be able to change speed on the fly while mowing, no? It sure would make my mowing sessions more efficient.
I wonder if I have to spray some lubricant somewhere. I looked over the manual and I didn't see any mention of transmission/differential fluid change, but I do see a pumpkin between the rear wheels and it looks like it is serviceable. I'd love to change the fluid, if that's the case.
Last but not least... is there some sort of "gearbox upgrade" that would allow me to get a limited slip differential? I ask because right now it seems like it has an open differential, the tire with least traction gets all the power. I'd like to change this, if it's possible.
Thank you for the help!