Simplicity Champion Z-turn Hydraulic issue

Spieked

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Hello-
New to this forum. Could not find a FAQs link but I may have missed it. My Champion Zero turn has developed a shuddering/rapid jerking motion when I make a turn in either direction. When the problem started I replaced the filter topped off the oil. That made no difference. Straight motion forward or reverse is smooth but doesn't not seem to go as fast as it once did. I think the right wheel is the culprit but am not sure. Has anyone else experienced this issue with their zero turn? I'm thinking it may be either the pump or the hydraulic motor on one or perhaps both sides. However since these are very expensive parts I would like to be able to positively isolate the problem rather than just throw parts at it. Any help/ideas would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
 

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Drive belt needs replacement.
 

Spieked

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Chuck- Thank you so much. Obviously replacing the belt did not occur to me. The machine has 360 hours on it so the belt could very likely be slipping.
 
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