Export thread

clutch not releasing completely

#1

M

mikem

My pre-owned 2001 CRAFTSMAN Tractor Model 272430 is having difficulty shifting gears. It seems that the clutch is not disengaging completely. When it is fully depressed and I shift into gear, the tractor lunges slightly. Then I have a tough time getting the shifter to move back to neutral or any other gear. However, when the engine is not running, the shifter moves freely. Is there an adjustment that can be made somewhere? I do not have an owners manual. Any diagrams would be helpful. Thanks.


#2

B

benski

mikem said:
My pre-owned 2001 CRAFTSMAN Tractor Model 272430 is having difficulty shifting gears. It seems that the clutch is not disengaging completely. When it is fully depressed and I shift into gear, the tractor lunges slightly. Then I have a tough time getting the shifter to move back to neutral or any other gear. However, when the engine is not running, the shifter moves freely. Is there an adjustment that can be made somewhere? I do not have an owners manual. Any diagrams would be helpful. Thanks.
Click to expand...

I'm fairly sure there's an adjustment some where on your machine. The craftsman website probably has something online for you. Another possibility is that your belt is near the end of it's service life, and someone (PO, perhaps) has already taken all the adjustment available.:frown:


#3

K

KennyV

WELCOME to LMF...

Here is a Owners Manual ... http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/lis_pdf/OWNM/L0103118.pdf
It's in PDF form & on page 25 you will see the "clutching" idler pulley... that's the one you either need to adjust OR check if it or the associated parts need repaired or replaced... :smile:KennyV


#4

M

mikem

Thanks for the info. I appreciate the help.


#5

Carscw

Carscw

If it started doing this after you put a new belt on the belt could be a size to small. I have had this happen before


#6

M

mikem

I will have to try a new belt. Thanks for the tip.


#7

F

fastback

Since it is used (pre owned) maybe the belt is the wrong one. Check the numbers. BTW, my Craftsman GT has no adjustments on the clutch.


Footer Links 1

Top