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JD JA65 Push Mower Self-Propel won't fully engage

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blackhummmer

My JA65 JD push-mower is having self-propel issues.

I noticed the mower seemed to be pulling to the left as I mowed, and I lifted the rear of the mower off the ground and sure enough, the right rear wheel was spinning at full-speed, but the left rear wheel was only barely moving in self-propel.

I took both of the rear wheels off and checked that they were connected to the gears properly. However, when I reassemble I only can hear the left rear wheel clicking as it should.

Could it be the cable that connects to the drive belts?

Help!


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redmondjp

So - when you push the mower by hand, you only hear clicking from the left side? I'd remove the right rear wheel and see if your ratcheting clutch is stuck (sounds like it is). In most cases, all that is required is a thorough cleaning and relubrication of the pawl and gear. While you are at it, do the left side as well - on these rear-drive mowers, this is necessary periodic maintenance that is often neglected.


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