LTX1050 Lethargic Propulsion
 

My LTX1050 began to loose propulsion over time. While mowing the yard the travel forward seemed to be bogging down gradually until at the half way point of the lawn the tractor would no longer go forward or backward. A couple of days later I started it up and it seemed to travel normally for awhile and then the same thing happened. This is now the pattern.

I took the transaxle off and checked the fluid level. It is full but black. The fan moves ok. I cleaned out around the moving parts on the outside of the casing. I'm not in a hurry to take the casing apart if I don't have to. The seals are fine - no leakage. No odd noise coming from the transmission area.

Can anyone suggest what might be happening and how I should tackle this issue?

Thank You

Bryan

Is the belt getting hot and slipping?

If the belt and pulleys are ok then the transmission is failing when it gets warm. Unfortunately, it is a common problem with these light duty hydros. Replacement is your best bet but it is a pricey one.

The belt is new and there is no slippage.

Ok. Well there you go. Then you have to go with DeltaCub's advice. Find another rear end. If you decide to take it apart and try to fix it...... good luck. Please don't take it apart then come back asking what parts you need and where to buy them. Go look and see what parts are available first so you can make an informed decision on what is better to do. (Repair/used/new) :beerchug: