Dixie Chopper mowers are some of the best and sometimes people have questions so Dixie Don is here to help. Here I show how to keep your zero turn mower from favoring one side over the other.
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I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. kzhead.infoUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
@dhanoa539 ай бұрын
Hey Dixie Don, You DA Man,,, thanks for all the time you took answering my questions. That fix was the root cause of all my performance concerns. I have a hilly lot and my Dixie has not performed this well since I bought it new. If you ever in Atlanta, I'd like to buy you dinner and a beer. Much appreciated! Happy mowing days are here again!
@aaronjenkins94724 жыл бұрын
Don, I just found you today. I have just finished rebuilding my hydraulic pumps on my 2007 Silver Eagle. I really wished I had found you earlier. I still have plans for front tire replacement, oil change, and blade replacement, (which I have to do every year, Sandy soil). Thanks for your videos, and keep it up. Ken from Bixby, Oklahoma.
@snuffysmith70114 жыл бұрын
Don, Your are the best. Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions. I will apply the fix. Thanks, Bob
@robertrehs89427 жыл бұрын
Thank you for quick answers to quick questions! 👍
@goose72513 жыл бұрын
Alex and I thank you. Good videos keep them coming.
@mikee326717 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! short to the point just the way it should be! Thank you for this video.😁
@cassiewilliams25862 жыл бұрын
Bro you may have just fixed my exact problem!! Thank you ahead of time!!!😊
@mattwhatevz Жыл бұрын
My exact problem and will fix this right away Thanks DD
@2525meandyou25255 жыл бұрын
you're awesome!!
@elijahball534910 ай бұрын
Thanks for your help
@josephraspa49583 жыл бұрын
Dude, thanks.
@phrodendekia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Exact problem. Ima try it.
@thesmokewagon63022 жыл бұрын
John here Dixie Don super cool true to help people giving out phone number.
@angelaprater26793 жыл бұрын
Don, do you have experience with Exmark mowers. I have a stand on behind one and it also has a serious left veer.
@jeffreyh.strauch6332 жыл бұрын
Thanks ! ! !
@fastted86184 жыл бұрын
Hey Don, NG, it must be a newer or different style adjustment. Both the drive belt and the blade drive belt are spring load adjustable and it does Not have a long rod bolt adjustment for the engine either. Funny part is that it has the slots for the engine to slide from front to back, however, still like I said no long rod bolt to adjust with. So where to go from here? Thanks much, Kit
@2JustMe17 жыл бұрын
yours might be a different model. Just loosen the bolts on the engine and pull it back some. A ratchet strap really helps if you are doing it alone. Be careful not to overtighten and strip the engine bolts.
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
Hi I have an iron eagle 2650, made by Dixie chopper. The steering arms are getting so loose that when you even hit a bump they move and cause erratic jerking. Is it possible the steering dampers are worn out, if so how do you check them.
@tombohrer33205 жыл бұрын
Hey Don, One more thing. Do you know of any easy ways to bleed the steering pumps? Thanks again, Kit
@2JustMe17 жыл бұрын
Jack it up keep motor on idle and go forward and backwards ten times fifteen times. It bleeds itself.
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
@@c6salesman, thanks I'll give a try.
@2JustMe12 жыл бұрын
any suggestions on the same concept for a older toro/ exmark? would this concept mean my spring is worn on the idler arm? This has no adjustment like that design... Thanks great video
@mab1230805 жыл бұрын
Michael Bachman I think you might be right. Those belts should only have about 1/2 inch of play in them. The tighter the better. Make sure your looking at the drive belt that goes around the hydros and get it tight as possible
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
Will this work on a husqvarna Z254F
@hillaryclinton40593 жыл бұрын
You have something on your chin Don.
@AO-ip6yx4 жыл бұрын
First time owner of a Dixie Chopper Magnum Hp. Can you help me with the Best way to change or sharpen the blades. Info is greatly appreciated. Thanks Mike and Grandson Alex of 11 Years old, as he has seemed to have taken over this mower of ( I thought was mine.) LOL.
@mikee326717 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike and Alex. Thanks for watching. The Magnum has two cutouts on the front of the frame that work great for lifting it up off the ground. We use a forklift or a chain hoist depending on where we are working in the shop. Place blocks or jack stands under it once you raise it. We use an electric impact wrench that works great for removing the spindle bolt and its sure to tighten it down good enough to keep it tight. Be sure to keep all of the washers in the proper position when replacing. One is a belville washer that keeps the torque on the bolt. If you put it on upside down or above the blade, it won't work properly. Some folks just raise it and use an angle grinder to sharpen the edge on the blades but we take them off and get better results with a bench grinder. You can sharpen the Dixie Chopper brand blades more times than any other brand we have tested. The Rockwell hardness and steel quality on them makes sharpening easier than other brands. Enjoy your new mower and tell Alex to be safe. Thanks again. -Don
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
U have a video on adjusting the drive arms?
@jesseanderson69214 жыл бұрын
Yes please! I need this too
@cassiewilliams25862 жыл бұрын
Mine actually tracks to the right. Any suggestions?
@ChristianFauchald3 жыл бұрын
How to troubleshoot a zero turn Toro only turns to the left won't turn to the right
@ronhenry66332 жыл бұрын
Next time you do a zee2 do a video my belts are little loose
@milestownchurchofchristmil94556 жыл бұрын
Good video but I have a zee 1 where the drive belt came off. I was able to put it back on but when I start it up the thing wants to pull to the left. Also when I'm driving the thing in order to turn right I have to pull the right stick all the back to where it's basically in my stomach. Lol Not really sure how to adjust these levers so if any help that would be great.
@MrHoosier4life Жыл бұрын
Pull the motor back on a Zee1.
@c6salesman8 ай бұрын
I have a troy bilt 50" mustang. My left turn is slow while my right turn works fine. What might cause this. The tire treads look fine but that side seems to spin while the other side does what it's supposed to. Your knowledgeable feedback would be greatly appreciated.
@DanielGarcia-ej2kg3 жыл бұрын
Daniel Garcia you probably need more tension on the drive system belt. See if an adjustment can be made. If not try replacing the drive belt
@c6salesman3 жыл бұрын
@@c6salesman thank you very much Don.
@DanielGarcia-ej2kg3 жыл бұрын
Don, How can I fix heavily erratic steering on my Dixie Chopper 27 60, 2011. It's been this way since day one. Right left right left right left, it's driving me nuts. At first I thought I just had to learn how to operate it. Thanks, Kit
@2JustMe17 жыл бұрын
Is it a Silver Eagle or ClassicT or Golden Eagle? The ClassicT and Golden Eagle had a product recall that fixes the strong steering due to the overpowered Torqpac transaxles. It is a free fix if you take it to your local dealer.
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
Don Clements It's a Silver Eagle. The dealers keep telling me that it is air in the hydraulic lines and that I have to bring it in for service. I don't want to pay for something that they should cover so I'll try your adjustment first and get back to you. I was a car, bike and truck mechanic for years I just didn't want to jump on something not needed. The dealers, however, are another fight altogether. Thanks much for your time, Kit
@2JustMe17 жыл бұрын
Dixie Chopper self bleeds its hydraulic lines. The metal tank has veins in it that filter out any air in the system. The silver Eagle does not steer as smooth as a classic or xcaliber but it shouldn't walk like that. I could fix it if you could bring it by.
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
Don Clements have you shared anywhere how to fix that jerking tracking. Just stumbled across you videos. Like the one on tightening belt to get to track straight. We have 2 of then only one of silver eagle gives us fit tracking straight. We bought off someone that didn’t like it
@irmichael5 жыл бұрын
I just bought a Gravelly Zt HD and i took it to shop for mulch kit when i got it back it is real slow in forward but super fast in reverse. I called and asked if they did anything and they said they were trying to adjust Tracking (i guess) and i need to bring back but i need it tomorrow am I watching correct video? Sorry for the stupid question. Merry Christmas
@lawnenforcer42695 жыл бұрын
Lawn Enforcer more likely they screwed with the linkage coupler down by the top of the hydros. Probably has a jam nut on the linkage. Soo Sean and adjust accordingly should do the trick. Sorry for the delayed response sir and Merry Christmas
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2001 dixie chopper 5020ztr and the left side doent pull like it should and the mower pulls to the left what can i do to fix it
@jimmyspicer36615 жыл бұрын
Just like the video. Get more tension on the drive belt by pulling the motor back or adjusting a tensioner pulley if it has one. You can also try a new belt. Belts stretch with age
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
How do you change the transmission fluid in a Toro time cutter Z 5000
@mikebackus93183 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure it’s an EZT which is sealed for “life” do the transaxles have filters?
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
Hey Don was wondering if you can help me with my 2010 Dixie Chopper can't figure out how to adjust the steering on it and for some reason the parking brake switch acts like it's hooked up backwards.
@timallen2245 жыл бұрын
Tim allen I’ve seen those switches act that way when the seat switch was unhooked or bad. Also the neutral switch can go bad on the steering arms and do that. Use a jumper wire and be safe to find out which safety switch went bad and replace it. What model is it?
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 cub cadet 48inch zero turn mower I noticed the rear wheels are turned inward a little bit is this normal or how do I adjust it or can i
@sexymarine297 жыл бұрын
I'm not that familiar with that mower. It's possible that the transaxles have torqued twisted the mounts. I've seen that on some of the less expensive mowers on the market. Dixie Chopper puts a rod between the transaxles on their cheaper mowers to keep this from happening. If it isn't chewing up belts or causing belt slippage, you might just ride it out. You might put a threaded rod through the holes on the front of the transaxle with 4 nuts, one on each side of the transaxle then go to turning the inner nuts out until the wheels are straight and the mounts aren't bent anymore then lock down the outside nuts to keep it from happening again. Let me know if you understand what I mean. Thanks for commenting and watching my videos!
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
I adjusted my steering on my zee 2 but it slowed it down a lot I pushed a little hard on the steering sticks and it Bent the bracket that goes to the left side so I straightened up the sticks but how can u speed it back up right way? Fix bracket?
@milestownchurchofchristmil94556 жыл бұрын
Mj Franklin did you make sure the engine was held back very tightly before you tightened the engine mount bolts or possibly did you strip those bolts allowing it to slide forward again? I usually use a ratchet strap on a zee2 to pull that engine back tight and hold it there.
@c6salesman6 жыл бұрын
Don Clements I didn’t know u had to do that to all of em
@milestownchurchofchristmil94556 жыл бұрын
Hi I have a xw2001 Dixie it will pull good on flat ground but if u are going up a hill it struggles any ideas
@erindavidson63 жыл бұрын
erin davidson if it still goes straight up the hill it might need a fluid and filter change. If it pulls to one side it’s belt tension
@c6salesman3 жыл бұрын
If my handles are even my zero turn goes to the right in circles, how do I adjust???? MTD 46" Craftsman
@karenlee15873 жыл бұрын
Not sure on that model but you can look at linkage to make sure nothing loosened up on one side and if it looks good you need more belt tension for sure
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
Won’t that just apply more pressure to both pulleys? I believe there is a belt deflection sweet spot. An overnighted belt puts stress on pulleys and shafts, builds heat in the belt and ultimately shortens the life of it.
@chipper442 Жыл бұрын
No. You could never get it that tight. It’s rubber so it will flex some. If it was a chain then yes but in this case it won’t hurt, just help performance.
@c6salesman8 ай бұрын
what can I do to keep my magnum dixie chopper from creeping when idling in neutral?
@donknowlton23017 жыл бұрын
It is just the adjustment on the levers going to the transaxles. There is a rod that goes to each transaxle. Just loosen the jam nut and turn it one direction, if that makes it worse, turn it the other direction until a true neutral is found. The rod coming up out of the transaxles is usually in neutral when it is straight up and down. Good luck with it!
@c6salesman7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don!
@donknowlton23017 жыл бұрын
Please do a tutorial on how to get straight lines using zero turn! My machine is so sensitive!
@NYtoNC5 жыл бұрын
h h look at a point and drive straight to it for your first pass. That will give you a nice straight line then follow it for every additional pass.
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
Yes i agree. My magnum hp is all over the place and is so sensitive its hard to go straight unlike my quad loop. Wish i had kept the quad loop and not bought this model cuz the front end will come up on me if you give it even just a little gas...very scary as i am a 58 yr old woman.
@flparrotz13 жыл бұрын
How do I tighten the blade belt on a magnum 2244?
@willythemailman39113 жыл бұрын
Just shire down on it. The belville washer does the work
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
Great, but mine turns right. Should I loosen the bolt?
@hughdman5 жыл бұрын
Hugh Lambert I’m guessing maybe your linkage isn’t adjusted properly. Does it turn slightly when in neutral?
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
whn i try to turn mine to the right it makes a grind noise left it turns fine... an getting it to go straight idk yet... thoughts anyone?
@tracymac13135 жыл бұрын
Pratotype13 what model do you have?
@c6salesman5 жыл бұрын
Isn’t the belt pulling on the backside of both pulleys? Technically it’s pulling one way and pushing one way on both. Depends on how you look at it.
@joshharris7193 Жыл бұрын
Torque works different when you’re closer to the source.
@c6salesman8 ай бұрын
Stupid that I'm having this problem with a brand new $12,000 mower
@TheMan-ud2wq3 жыл бұрын
well, the FIRST thing someone should do, before getting a wrench, is ensure BOTH rear tires are in good shape, THE SAME TIRE, and the SAME AIR PRESSURE, if you put more air in one than the other, you are gonna track NOT STRAIGHT
@tracnunya71652 жыл бұрын
You’ll still track straight but it won’t now level. Air pressure doesn’t change the hydro drive
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
Mow level sorry spell correct got me
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
@@c6salesman air pressure changes the diameter of the tire and that means the high pressure tire will go faster than the low tire even if they both are turning at the same rpm, math
@tracnunya71652 жыл бұрын
First thing we do to fix small deviations is just pump up the tire that is turning, if mower goes left instead of straight, make left rear tire bigger more air or right tire smaller less air
@tracnunya71652 жыл бұрын
@@tracnunya7165 that would have to be a huge air pressure difference to make it noticeably pull. Like one completely flat and one overinflated about to pop
@c6salesman2 жыл бұрын
What? No tensioner? And how do you change the belt? Moving motor? This is way too weird. Or someone doesn't know what he is talking about.
@konsheyn Жыл бұрын
Go look at a Magnum and you tell me. Why do you think it has that tension adjustable rod?
I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. kzhead.infoUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
Hey Dixie Don, You DA Man,,, thanks for all the time you took answering my questions. That fix was the root cause of all my performance concerns. I have a hilly lot and my Dixie has not performed this well since I bought it new. If you ever in Atlanta, I'd like to buy you dinner and a beer. Much appreciated! Happy mowing days are here again!
Don, I just found you today. I have just finished rebuilding my hydraulic pumps on my 2007 Silver Eagle. I really wished I had found you earlier. I still have plans for front tire replacement, oil change, and blade replacement, (which I have to do every year, Sandy soil). Thanks for your videos, and keep it up. Ken from Bixby, Oklahoma.
Don, Your are the best. Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions. I will apply the fix. Thanks, Bob
Thank you for quick answers to quick questions! 👍
Alex and I thank you. Good videos keep them coming.
Very helpful! short to the point just the way it should be! Thank you for this video.😁
Bro you may have just fixed my exact problem!! Thank you ahead of time!!!😊
My exact problem and will fix this right away Thanks DD
you're awesome!!
Thanks for your help
Dude, thanks.
Thanks. Exact problem. Ima try it.
John here Dixie Don super cool true to help people giving out phone number.
Don, do you have experience with Exmark mowers. I have a stand on behind one and it also has a serious left veer.
Thanks ! ! !
Hey Don, NG, it must be a newer or different style adjustment. Both the drive belt and the blade drive belt are spring load adjustable and it does Not have a long rod bolt adjustment for the engine either. Funny part is that it has the slots for the engine to slide from front to back, however, still like I said no long rod bolt to adjust with. So where to go from here? Thanks much, Kit
yours might be a different model. Just loosen the bolts on the engine and pull it back some. A ratchet strap really helps if you are doing it alone. Be careful not to overtighten and strip the engine bolts.
Hi I have an iron eagle 2650, made by Dixie chopper. The steering arms are getting so loose that when you even hit a bump they move and cause erratic jerking. Is it possible the steering dampers are worn out, if so how do you check them.
Hey Don, One more thing. Do you know of any easy ways to bleed the steering pumps? Thanks again, Kit
Jack it up keep motor on idle and go forward and backwards ten times fifteen times. It bleeds itself.
@@c6salesman, thanks I'll give a try.
any suggestions on the same concept for a older toro/ exmark? would this concept mean my spring is worn on the idler arm? This has no adjustment like that design... Thanks great video
Michael Bachman I think you might be right. Those belts should only have about 1/2 inch of play in them. The tighter the better. Make sure your looking at the drive belt that goes around the hydros and get it tight as possible
Will this work on a husqvarna Z254F
You have something on your chin Don.
First time owner of a Dixie Chopper Magnum Hp. Can you help me with the Best way to change or sharpen the blades. Info is greatly appreciated. Thanks Mike and Grandson Alex of 11 Years old, as he has seemed to have taken over this mower of ( I thought was mine.) LOL.
Hey Mike and Alex. Thanks for watching. The Magnum has two cutouts on the front of the frame that work great for lifting it up off the ground. We use a forklift or a chain hoist depending on where we are working in the shop. Place blocks or jack stands under it once you raise it. We use an electric impact wrench that works great for removing the spindle bolt and its sure to tighten it down good enough to keep it tight. Be sure to keep all of the washers in the proper position when replacing. One is a belville washer that keeps the torque on the bolt. If you put it on upside down or above the blade, it won't work properly. Some folks just raise it and use an angle grinder to sharpen the edge on the blades but we take them off and get better results with a bench grinder. You can sharpen the Dixie Chopper brand blades more times than any other brand we have tested. The Rockwell hardness and steel quality on them makes sharpening easier than other brands. Enjoy your new mower and tell Alex to be safe. Thanks again. -Don
U have a video on adjusting the drive arms?
Yes please! I need this too
Mine actually tracks to the right. Any suggestions?
How to troubleshoot a zero turn Toro only turns to the left won't turn to the right
Next time you do a zee2 do a video my belts are little loose
Good video but I have a zee 1 where the drive belt came off. I was able to put it back on but when I start it up the thing wants to pull to the left. Also when I'm driving the thing in order to turn right I have to pull the right stick all the back to where it's basically in my stomach. Lol Not really sure how to adjust these levers so if any help that would be great.
Pull the motor back on a Zee1.
I have a troy bilt 50" mustang. My left turn is slow while my right turn works fine. What might cause this. The tire treads look fine but that side seems to spin while the other side does what it's supposed to. Your knowledgeable feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Daniel Garcia you probably need more tension on the drive system belt. See if an adjustment can be made. If not try replacing the drive belt
@@c6salesman thank you very much Don.
Don, How can I fix heavily erratic steering on my Dixie Chopper 27 60, 2011. It's been this way since day one. Right left right left right left, it's driving me nuts. At first I thought I just had to learn how to operate it. Thanks, Kit
Is it a Silver Eagle or ClassicT or Golden Eagle? The ClassicT and Golden Eagle had a product recall that fixes the strong steering due to the overpowered Torqpac transaxles. It is a free fix if you take it to your local dealer.
Don Clements It's a Silver Eagle. The dealers keep telling me that it is air in the hydraulic lines and that I have to bring it in for service. I don't want to pay for something that they should cover so I'll try your adjustment first and get back to you. I was a car, bike and truck mechanic for years I just didn't want to jump on something not needed. The dealers, however, are another fight altogether. Thanks much for your time, Kit
Dixie Chopper self bleeds its hydraulic lines. The metal tank has veins in it that filter out any air in the system. The silver Eagle does not steer as smooth as a classic or xcaliber but it shouldn't walk like that. I could fix it if you could bring it by.
Don Clements have you shared anywhere how to fix that jerking tracking. Just stumbled across you videos. Like the one on tightening belt to get to track straight. We have 2 of then only one of silver eagle gives us fit tracking straight. We bought off someone that didn’t like it
I just bought a Gravelly Zt HD and i took it to shop for mulch kit when i got it back it is real slow in forward but super fast in reverse. I called and asked if they did anything and they said they were trying to adjust Tracking (i guess) and i need to bring back but i need it tomorrow am I watching correct video? Sorry for the stupid question. Merry Christmas
Lawn Enforcer more likely they screwed with the linkage coupler down by the top of the hydros. Probably has a jam nut on the linkage. Soo Sean and adjust accordingly should do the trick. Sorry for the delayed response sir and Merry Christmas
I have a 2001 dixie chopper 5020ztr and the left side doent pull like it should and the mower pulls to the left what can i do to fix it
Just like the video. Get more tension on the drive belt by pulling the motor back or adjusting a tensioner pulley if it has one. You can also try a new belt. Belts stretch with age
How do you change the transmission fluid in a Toro time cutter Z 5000
Pretty sure it’s an EZT which is sealed for “life” do the transaxles have filters?
Hey Don was wondering if you can help me with my 2010 Dixie Chopper can't figure out how to adjust the steering on it and for some reason the parking brake switch acts like it's hooked up backwards.
Tim allen I’ve seen those switches act that way when the seat switch was unhooked or bad. Also the neutral switch can go bad on the steering arms and do that. Use a jumper wire and be safe to find out which safety switch went bad and replace it. What model is it?
I have a 2008 cub cadet 48inch zero turn mower I noticed the rear wheels are turned inward a little bit is this normal or how do I adjust it or can i
I'm not that familiar with that mower. It's possible that the transaxles have torqued twisted the mounts. I've seen that on some of the less expensive mowers on the market. Dixie Chopper puts a rod between the transaxles on their cheaper mowers to keep this from happening. If it isn't chewing up belts or causing belt slippage, you might just ride it out. You might put a threaded rod through the holes on the front of the transaxle with 4 nuts, one on each side of the transaxle then go to turning the inner nuts out until the wheels are straight and the mounts aren't bent anymore then lock down the outside nuts to keep it from happening again. Let me know if you understand what I mean. Thanks for commenting and watching my videos!
I adjusted my steering on my zee 2 but it slowed it down a lot I pushed a little hard on the steering sticks and it Bent the bracket that goes to the left side so I straightened up the sticks but how can u speed it back up right way? Fix bracket?
Mj Franklin did you make sure the engine was held back very tightly before you tightened the engine mount bolts or possibly did you strip those bolts allowing it to slide forward again? I usually use a ratchet strap on a zee2 to pull that engine back tight and hold it there.
Don Clements I didn’t know u had to do that to all of em
Hi I have a xw2001 Dixie it will pull good on flat ground but if u are going up a hill it struggles any ideas
erin davidson if it still goes straight up the hill it might need a fluid and filter change. If it pulls to one side it’s belt tension
If my handles are even my zero turn goes to the right in circles, how do I adjust???? MTD 46" Craftsman
Not sure on that model but you can look at linkage to make sure nothing loosened up on one side and if it looks good you need more belt tension for sure
Won’t that just apply more pressure to both pulleys? I believe there is a belt deflection sweet spot. An overnighted belt puts stress on pulleys and shafts, builds heat in the belt and ultimately shortens the life of it.
No. You could never get it that tight. It’s rubber so it will flex some. If it was a chain then yes but in this case it won’t hurt, just help performance.
what can I do to keep my magnum dixie chopper from creeping when idling in neutral?
It is just the adjustment on the levers going to the transaxles. There is a rod that goes to each transaxle. Just loosen the jam nut and turn it one direction, if that makes it worse, turn it the other direction until a true neutral is found. The rod coming up out of the transaxles is usually in neutral when it is straight up and down. Good luck with it!
Thanks Don!
Please do a tutorial on how to get straight lines using zero turn! My machine is so sensitive!
h h look at a point and drive straight to it for your first pass. That will give you a nice straight line then follow it for every additional pass.
Yes i agree. My magnum hp is all over the place and is so sensitive its hard to go straight unlike my quad loop. Wish i had kept the quad loop and not bought this model cuz the front end will come up on me if you give it even just a little gas...very scary as i am a 58 yr old woman.
How do I tighten the blade belt on a magnum 2244?
Just shire down on it. The belville washer does the work
Great, but mine turns right. Should I loosen the bolt?
Hugh Lambert I’m guessing maybe your linkage isn’t adjusted properly. Does it turn slightly when in neutral?
whn i try to turn mine to the right it makes a grind noise left it turns fine... an getting it to go straight idk yet... thoughts anyone?
Pratotype13 what model do you have?
Isn’t the belt pulling on the backside of both pulleys? Technically it’s pulling one way and pushing one way on both. Depends on how you look at it.
Torque works different when you’re closer to the source.
Stupid that I'm having this problem with a brand new $12,000 mower
well, the FIRST thing someone should do, before getting a wrench, is ensure BOTH rear tires are in good shape, THE SAME TIRE, and the SAME AIR PRESSURE, if you put more air in one than the other, you are gonna track NOT STRAIGHT
You’ll still track straight but it won’t now level. Air pressure doesn’t change the hydro drive
Mow level sorry spell correct got me
@@c6salesman air pressure changes the diameter of the tire and that means the high pressure tire will go faster than the low tire even if they both are turning at the same rpm, math
First thing we do to fix small deviations is just pump up the tire that is turning, if mower goes left instead of straight, make left rear tire bigger more air or right tire smaller less air
@@tracnunya7165 that would have to be a huge air pressure difference to make it noticeably pull. Like one completely flat and one overinflated about to pop
What? No tensioner? And how do you change the belt? Moving motor? This is way too weird. Or someone doesn't know what he is talking about.
Go look at a Magnum and you tell me. Why do you think it has that tension adjustable rod?
Don’t post a video that you can’t see