Bobcat 6530 utility vehicle/slow drive

Jabonee · Dec 23, 2015

It was suggested I post on this forum. I have a new Bobcat 6530 that wont get out of its way going up hill. Curious if anyone out there has the Bobcat or Polaris version of it and what they think of the slow ground speed.Seems this has been an ongoing issue.:confused3:

PRCWI · Dec 23, 2015

The Polaris version is the Polaris Brutus but that's about as far as my expertise goes.

Interceptor · Dec 28, 2015

Assuming you mean 3650? The Brutus forum is probably the best resource for information on this problem. You need to adjust the command lever on the hydraulic pump and possibly a few other minor adjustments.

Jabonee · Dec 30, 2015

Yes I flipped the model #. This unit runs well and to spec. I'ts the hills that kill it. I'm told I can cheat on those adjustments. I was curious if any one out there has done them especially if they have and attachment like a mower or broom.:confused3:

Interceptor · Dec 31, 2015

If you have the newer style command lever you can get a little more hill climbing power out of it by adjusting the hp spring. Tighten the bolt down all the way to put more tension on the spring. You should now be able to stall the engine or bog it down severely when you mash the go pedal. Now back off the adjustment until you only see a 100-200 rpm drop under full load (steepest hill). It takes some trial and error to get it set right. This is assuming all other adjustmentshave been done first. If you're not able to do 32 mph on flat ground and get 3600 rpm then you have other adjustments to make first.