. My lawn tractor is a 2013 Husqvarna YTH18K46. It has a Kawasaki FR600V engine and K46 transmission. It just started losing power uphill without any warning. Downhill mow speed is normal and flat terrain is slightly limited. There is no loss of engine power though. I believe it's the drive belt but thought I would post here for insight first. Keep the tractor well-maintained and filters clear to reduce the chance of engine failure. 2.9 Travelling uphill. 3,810 Posts. #6 · Apr 7, 2012.. 28. Jun 24, 2013. #1. I have a Hustler Super Z zero turn mower with 60" deck and kawasaki engine. Lately, the mower loses power when under any load (accelerating or going uphill), and when. 000002146 Problem Why would a tractor slow down going uphill? Solution Although it is normal for any vehicle to slow down slightly when ascending a grade, there are a few things to check if this seems to be excessive. Begin by checking to see if the belt that drives the pulley on top of the transaxle is worn or glazed*.

MTD tractor won't go uphill. I'm having a problem with an MTD tractor that's about 10 years old and uses a 7 speed transmatic speed control. Tthe tractor is fine in speeds 1-3, and 7. In 4,5, and 6 the tractor wont run uphill. Not sure if I need to replace the belts, the var speed pulley, or lube something. (What do you lube, how and where).. The most common issues for when your gas tractor runs but has no power include: Air filter: If your air filter is clogged or extremely dirty, it can block air intake for the engine. Looking at how gas engines work, we can see that air is crucial for the engine to create power. Your tractor may still run if it has a dirty air filter but may lack ....

Tractor loses power uphill