2021 Hustler Raptor XD (54") Hydro Issues

lawwal

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Hello everyone! First time on this forum and hoping you can help me diagnose an issue or maybe tell me if this is normal because I have searched everywhere and have not found anyone complaining about the same issue. I have noticed that the hydros (ZT-2800s) are EXTREMELY touchy at low speeds. I specifically notice this issue when going down hill and trying to draw back on the arms to control speed and while trying to navigate around a tree. Once I am up to speed it seems fine. Its almost as if there is a dead zone toward the bottom of the range and where it goes from barely moving to moving faster than I want, which results in lurchy/choppy operation when I am right at this point in the range. Hopefully this makes sense. It has also seemed to get worse, I did not notice this when I first got the mower but now it seems much more noticeable and if this is considered normal I'd honestly probably sell the mower because it is extremely irritating. Any thoughts? I also thought maybe it had something to do with air in the hydro so I did a full change/purge and no difference. All the linkages seem tight and not a lot of slop in the linkages/control arms so I don't think that is the issue. Going to call the manufacturer tomorrow but just thought I'd throw this out there as I cant believe that I would be the only one who has this problem. Thanks in advance!
 

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I have the HG 2800 hydros as well. Mine seem fine at all speeds..
 

bertsmobile1

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Change the oil and filters
Check that the tension arm moves freely
It should be greased regularly
 

Tiger Small Engine

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Change the oil and filters
Check that the tension arm moves freely
It should be greased regularly
Check the steering dampers (looks like a gas shock on SUV). These go out after a period of time and cause the steering to be very touchy. Replace them in pairs, keep the good on, and install it when the next one goes bad.
 
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