Howdy all. I inherited a 2014 Hustler Raptor non-commercial 52” mower bought from Lowe’s. Late last summer, it gave me some stuttering troubles which I assumed were fuel related. I recently used it and the problem was worse. Kawasaki FR691V engine.
I have:
Ensured fresh ethanol-free gas
changed the fuel filter
cleaned air filter
cleaned the breather filter for fuel tank
confirmed good fuel to carb
removed and cleaned carb
Adjusted engine valves
The problem persists. Now I’m wondering whether there’s something in the drive train causing it to bog down. It will bog and stutter when I engage the drives, especially if I’m mowing at the time.
When I pull the rings at rear to put the drives in neutral or “tow mode,” the rear wheels do roll by hand... but they have resistance and a gear growl. Previously, they would spin more easily and I don’t remember any gear noise.
Am I remembering correctly? If so, what could be the problem? The transmissions are sealed and the manual says they’re not serviceable.
Any other ideas?
Thanks.
I have:
Ensured fresh ethanol-free gas
changed the fuel filter
cleaned air filter
cleaned the breather filter for fuel tank
confirmed good fuel to carb
removed and cleaned carb
Adjusted engine valves
The problem persists. Now I’m wondering whether there’s something in the drive train causing it to bog down. It will bog and stutter when I engage the drives, especially if I’m mowing at the time.
When I pull the rings at rear to put the drives in neutral or “tow mode,” the rear wheels do roll by hand... but they have resistance and a gear growl. Previously, they would spin more easily and I don’t remember any gear noise.
Am I remembering correctly? If so, what could be the problem? The transmissions are sealed and the manual says they’re not serviceable.
Any other ideas?
Thanks.