The clutch is either engaged or disengaged. @Mark, From what I can tell you are looking at the Model # 960460054 Ariens and either the 28884 or 28851 Craftsman. I would get a K46 or K57 from Surplus Center. A diff-lock option is available. Paul, My tractor is a DYT4000 built by AYP, so it is a bit older than I originally thought. @Joe, I dont know. YTA22V46. Hi Randy, I NEVER recommend used unless you can work on them yourself. The upper injectors on the air box are the same connection design as the K46, but the lower ones on the throttle bodies are a newer design. As with the Tuff Torq transmissions, the higher the model number of a ZT transmission, the stronger the construction will be on its features and the more expensive the mower will be. Its the most popular transmission installed in lawn tractors. That is the primary reason why zero-turn mowers cost more than the lawn tractors. along with a 12 gauge deck for the past 14 or 15 years. Instead of a variable pulley systemuses a variable disk or ball/disk system. Craftsman has the locking diff in the 50 Craftsman Pro. I have two that are great choices. You can mount a 2 bin bagger or pull a small yard cart full of leaves but I dont suggest it for anything else. I do suggest the website mytractorforum.com. The last time I let my lawn get out of control (an area with 1ft+ tall grass) I was still able to mow at top speed without bogging down, so it would just consume more gas by putting the larger carb on and running at the same RPM to maintain same speed. It will not go up a hill. The lowest end JD lawn tractor I would consider is the 310 with a K57 iirc. Hi Terry, I dont know. They are gear, friction disk, automatic or CVT, hydrostatic, pump/motor, electric and hybrid. A smaller gas engine (13 hp) charges batteries. Im confused , what # of transmission is on the current model # 20442 ? How durable are the Husqvarna lgt54dxl transmissions? It is a good, dependable transmission when used properly. TheElement V from General Transmissions is another CVT that you will now find in Yard Tractors. Hydrostatic transmissions are very easy to use. If the trans part number comes up at searspartsdirect its a rs800. About Paul Sikkema Should I be worried about the transmission? Hello Paul. Paul does most of his writing out in his workshop where he feeds the wildlife and birds in the yard. These transmissions are sized to the mower application so a lawn tractor trans is designed for mowing and light hauling. The current range for good quality lawn tractors is between $1350 and $1999. I was wondering why my Craftsman riding mower rear wheel was only spinning one wheel when it was stuck in the mud, thought something was wrong with rear transmission, now I know better. The Cub Cadet cuts better, steers better and will last longer. I am looking for a rider mower to handle a less than 1/2 acre lot, flat terrain, very few trees shrubs. 4. The K58, a Tuff Torq K46 upgrade thats common in lightweight garden tractors, will be slightly more responsive and better for towing heavier loads. @Michael, The hydro on the YT3000 Model 28851 will hold up just fine. I'm moving to a home with roughly 3/4 acre, mostly flat, with lots of landscaping. Tuff Torq K46/T40 TRANSAXLE Resealing process Presented by TTC Time required: 30 minutes Note: Some models may vary in appearance. Power steering and hydraulic deck lift are very nice features that you will enjoy for many years. All of the current transmissions will not coast downhill. The Regent is just a normal lawn tractor with a high price tag so the dealer can make a profit. The hydro also has built in braking. Is G.T. I would go for the X370. Paul , is there any NEW info. The biggest thing to understand is the grinding noise does not mean the transmission is going bad. This kind of differential will "lock" the left and right axles together so that they rotate as a single axle. They are a CVT Belt drive transmission and thats why you can shift up on the go. It uses a friction wheel and disk to change the forward speed of your rider. If you put very small pullies, for example, say 2, on the engine and rear pinion, would the tractor go faster? Sears web page for this model provides no specs for the transmission. Im curious, is the hydrostatic in this mower a K46 or what might it be? Everything is enclosedin an aluminum housing. If you want a 54 inch deck in a lawn tractor that will last you have to go up to the $2700-$3300 Garden tractors with the K58 or K66 transmissions. Thoughts? I know these manual transmission models are being phased out. The XT3 series. I currently have a Simplicity Regent Hyrdro 14 (leaves a mohawk cut with net gator mulching blades and also mohawk with old mulching blades) and I picked up a 2011 John Deere D130 this winter. Cant find any reviews and they are never in the ratings. You went in and purchased a new car but the sales associate didnt tell you it now has a diesel and youve never have any experience with one. on the CVT transmission from G.T. Hi Randy, That model uses the GT CVT transmission. I will hold off on my purchase to wait for your review of the 2019 mowers, hey paul first time on your sitegoing to buy husqvana TS 354 x or TS 354 XD one has a tufftorq K66eld the other has hydro gear G-730 I am cutting about 3 areas of lawn 1 or 2 times a week which do you think would There is no cruise control. Most of the hydrostatic transmissions in lawn tractors do not have posi-traction or differential lock. Greetings from Winchester, VA. For many years I have mowed my 3 acre yard with an old 1970s Bolens QS16. Dont use this transmission to pull heavy loadsyou will tear up the friction wheel. The engine is shot and uses about a half quart of oil for every tank of gas I put in. Both of those two tractors use a K92 transmission. What do you think of these Hustler ZTM? Used parts are sometimes available, but rarely cheap. I will soon have 2 acre property with very gentle rolling hills. The 28851 Craftsman has a better Briggs Intek Plus engine (they call it a platinum) has a better seat (whoopie!) Do you have any idea what they are using? I will report back. Do they have one with the k66 with differential lock with the k66 or higher? I dont have a good source for individual parts but here is a place to start General Trans Parts page. Expecting to get at least 15 years out of a brand new machine. Bob. They are good tractors and stripe your lawn automatically. If you have the transmission in 4 or 5 and the engine at mowing rpm many times you can pick the front wheels off the ground when you let out on the clutch. The biggest problem has been that owners are used to the old style gear drive transmissions and hydros so they expect this transmission to behave and sound in a certain way. The extra speed will make a big dofference moving snow. K62: Simple basic model. Both of these are heavier than the under $2500 bunch and will last considerably longer. You still have a light duty tractor, with a beefed up rear end. It will keep spinning the tires even if you put 1200 lbs on the rear of your tractor. Personally, I would choose the E160. If you ever want to use it to push snow it will hold up. The owner suggested that I get an extended warranty on the d110 because some of the d110 hydrostatic transmission have experienced problems after about 2 years. If you have the stock number go to the page on homedepot.com. 20 V-Twin HP Briggs & Stratton Automatic Gas Front-Engine 960460063, Craftsman 19HP 46" KOHLER Turn Tight Hydrostatic Yard Tractor - Non CA 15" X 6" - 6", Craftsman 19HP 42 Turn Tight Hydrostatic Yard Tractor Non CA 1 Acre and Above, The 10 Most Popular Posts Of 2013 - TodaysMower - TodaysMower.com, Cub Cadet LTX 1045, LTX 1046 Riding Lawn Tractor Review - TodaysMower.com | TodaysMower.com, The Best Residential Zero Turn? Is the shorter wheelbase a Pro Series attrbute? These transmissions are very easy to use. I contacted Sears and they told me all the current garden tractors use the K 58 transmission? It will not go to neutral by itself like the foot controls. ), has a locking differential and doesnt have all the plastic parts most lawn or garden tractors have these days. You charge the mower using normal household current. I mow about an acre of lawn and I need a tractor that can hold up to pulling med to heavy loads of brush, would you have any recommendations. One last thing. Hi JDubs, This page shows all the Transmissions 2015 Lawn Tractors Over $1500. There are going to be a few new models introduced sometime around March 1st. Right, you push on the handle. For example, a 10-inch pulley on the engine and a 5-inch pulley on the transmission would make it go faster. Thread Starter #2 . The transmission in all the other Cub Cadets is a K46. If you want you would like a V-Twin the Poulan Pro PB20VA46 Briggs 20 HP V-Twin Ready Start Pedal Control Fast Auto Drive Cutting Deck Riding Mower, 46-Inch is the same tractor with a Briggs 20 HP V-Twin. When the old transaxle held up well. No, the only transaxle that may handle it is the K66 all the other will overheat. K66. (traction control) This feature is found on very few lawn tractors and really makes mowing a safer experience. If you have hilly property a manual tranny might make sense as the hydrostatic doesn't have any "engine braking" so it speeds up some when you go down a hill. Most people only get 2-3 years out of the trans. DO NOT buy a John Deere. Hi, Paul. That pump then drives an internal motor that runs a lot slower. . My yard slopes 8 feet in 300 ft and I am always pulling the loads uphill. The 960420182 is the equivalent tractor to the Home Depot version you are looking at. Thanks, (All the above have to be removed minus any rebuilding in this scenario) 4) Tuff Torq K66 50hr-200hr Oil Change Service. The engine is good and will last. I was in analysis paralysis, and reading your knowledgeable and reasoned discourse was just the unbiased info source I needed. I have less than three-quarters of an acre with moderate slopes and lots of bumps, ruts, roots, etc. Your Kubota mechanic is behind the times. 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