Nice, attack the poster instead of the issue, ad hominem, ad nauseam.
Sorry, but yes the tractor is older and hasn't seen much use. It is sheltered from the elements. My guess is ya'll would have folks seal these tractors up in cosmoline then vacuum sealed for storage? Come on, seriously?
Greg, as for your smart alec comments, I HAVE provided the info for the problem, my friend. YOU started this fight with your smart alec RTFM reply. Isn't there some kinda political/general chat area you could be posting that garbage on?
The dealer and warranty info have NOTHING to do with a stiff clutch. But hey, way to avoid answering the OP. I have answered all the questions except the ones concerning the dealers name, which doesn't have any bearing what so ever on the tractor issue.