The owner suggested that I get an extended warranty on the d110 because some of the d110 hydrostatic transmission have experienced problems after about 2 years. I think the current price of K66 kit is $1600. Can you recommend a good mower , Im on a small budget but need one I can use on like I said a level small yard no hard cutting just it has to carry me. 48, stress the spindle/belts less than a wider 54 or 60 inch deck? Overall, I feel that the XT2 might be a little pricey, but I havent been able to find anything of better value. The rest of the industry is running away from Kawasaki as fast as they can. Ill spend a few paragraphs going through each type so you have a better idea of the best type for you. Paul does most of his writing out in his workshop where he feeds the wildlife and birds in the yard. How many hours are you guys getting from a 40J transaxle. Should I look forward the husky with K66 or g730. $74.95. I have the transmsision shown in video # 2, gentrans RS 800, the gear selector cam shown at 1.10 sec has shattered ,where can I gat a replacement cam? because used will not have a warranty. If you have hilly property a manual tranny might make sense as the hydrostatic doesn't have any "engine braking" so it speeds up some when you go down a hill. It has larger wheels to give you a better ride and the heavy transmission. That is the engine that he had to work on. The only bagger that is available for the current 42-46 inch mowers is a 2-bag. Hello ! Hi Pedro, The two transmissions are equal. (All the above have to be removed minus any rebuilding in this scenario) 4) Tuff Torq K66 50hr-200hr Oil Change Service. This mower is very similar to his old one but it will have larger tires and a larger 48-inch deck. How much to rebuild or if you have a rebuilt one how much? If replace, what higher performing transmissions would match up to my D140? It can cause steering problems and overload the rear axle. That means at least new wheels and tires and probably hubs. Hey Paul, Im looking to buy a new lawn tractor and Im looking at the Craftsman they sell at Lowes. of mowing, so I returned it for a refund. @Bob, Yes, It was rumored that Briggs was completely changing the Simplicity line so I havent been in to big of a hurry to review the current models. 4. Thank you for writing this. Thats just not possible here. @Wayne, The Pro uses the K46 Tuff Torq hydrostatic. Have 2/3 acre with steep hill up along side of house, want to pull an aerator, leery of K46 tranny .. can you confirm what tranny is in 42 Craftsman Pro 27038 tractor will it handle the work and what is expected life? We respect your privacy and take protecting it seriously, I am very excited to announce that there is now. Where can be problem? GT is very willing to get it up and working correctly: TROUBLESHOOTING RS800. My 30 year old Murray will pull the John Deere up the hill with no problem, but it is starting to suffer from sheet metal fatigue, etc. I have a Craftsman 19HP, Model 917.20380 42 riding mower, purchased new in 2014. Thanks Paul,You have been a tremendous help! Background, in case youre curious: I manage between eight and 16 acres of residential terrain (mostly my parents), much of which is quite hilly. Did the 2015 models have a K46 tanny & the 2016 models have a K58 tanny ? I recently entered the market for a new lawn tractor in the $1000 to $1300 price range. 2014 Craftsman T3200 Model 20391 48 in Automatic 22 hp Yard Tractor Review. So Im thinking about buying the Troy bill super bronco xp 50 for my 2 acre yard. Then the PTO popped again. That pump then drives an internal motor that runs a lot slower. I am looking at getting the 2015 Cub Cadet XT2 GX54. Its a perfect tractor if you want to attach a snow blade. I just posted my review of that tractor. Because the transmission plays such an important role in handling speed, its also an important part of making sure that your mower has the right amount of torque to handle the most challenging backyard conditions: Lower gears might provide more tractions but can't go fast, and vice versa. These transmissions are found on the least expensive lawn tractors and are usually listed as 6 or 7 speed. Im looking at the Craftsman T1800 (model #20376) with 42 inch deck and Koehler 20hp motor. Its true you get what you pay for when it comes to garden tractors (John Deere is the exception, except for their top of the line tractors and the Simplicity is still a better tractor). On models with a hydrostatic trans they list it as a hydrostatic one. Joined Dec 12, 2018 Messages 107 Location TRANSMISSION GENTRANS VATR (582491201)/ Craftsman Garden Tractors. Can I swap the trans between these two with slight modifications and put the Toro trans under the Saber? I will hold off on my purchase to wait for your review of the 2019 mowers, hey paul first time on your sitegoing to buy husqvana TS 354 x or TS 354 XD one has a tufftorq K66eld the other has hydro gear G-730 I am cutting about 3 areas of lawn 1 or 2 times a week which do you think would No, the only transaxle that may handle it is the K66 all the other will overheat. About half of the negative reviews there are not for that tractor. I have D140, 5 years old, with failing T40 transmission. There are already commercial models that will mow all day long on a single charge. It has the 6 speed manual transmission (which is bullet proof) I use the machine as a true ground engaging tractor, pull heavy loads,etc. (25) 25 product ratings - Genuine OEM Tuff Torq C6138 K46 Transmission Cap 187T0136300 168T2036300 T40. Go back to the dealer where you purchased the tractor to get the parts. $14.50 shipping. Im considering purchase of the new for 2015 Sears Craftsman Pro Model 20442, 24 HP, 46 mower. Therefore, I want a heavier duty transmission to ensure the entire machine holds up. I will report back. You can get this tractor at Home Depot or you local Cub Cadet Dealer. This is a very stout lawn tractor, though my recently purchased zero turn is much quicker and cuts more cleanly. For the cost of the rebuild kit a new unit just seems more cost effectve. Hi Dan, the T2 is the same trans as in the D125/D130 Deeres. Husqvarna Lawn Garden Tractors | 11 New Improved Models! Thanks for your help Paul. This new-in-box hydrostatic transaxle is originally manufactured to fit Sears, Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and Weed-Eater brand front-engine lawn tractors and riding mowers. Is the shorter wheelbase a Pro Series attrbute? Craftsman Pro Series 50 26 HP V-Twin Kohler Garden Tractor with Turn Tight Extreme. You do not need to depress that pedal to shift the tractor. Twenty years ago the gear drive transmission was the most popular but today automatic hydrostatic and automatic CVT transmissions have replaced them in popularity. Paul, Shop a huge online selection at eBay.com. You need a lot of power and torque to get moving while maintaining grip for traction. that I cannot use. I suppose this one isnt anything special either since its at the local Rural King store? $15.50. Paul B 09 JD X300/42X deck (321 hours) :tango_face_glasses: 02 JD 724D snowblower had a JD 214 - 11 years had a Bolens QT16 - 7 years (talk about a whiney transaxle) had 2 Bolens 1050's - 21 years & 3 years. Thanks for the feedback.I will likely try to fix the mohawk and sell the D130. K66. The question is about the trans? Also for service, repairs, etc. Mowing, hills and light pulling. That alone will cost you an additional $250-$400 before you get it home. I hope to get the Bolens working again, however, for hauling purposes in my yard. In there you can find the trans part numbers. Its not designed at all to mow pastures or rough areas. I know these manual transmission models are being phased out. As for craftsman I need the better seat that only cub offers and have not been happy with Sears lately..thanks again, Hi Laurie, The transmission in the XT2 is different than the standard K46. It is normal for these transmissions to slowly creep (move forward or backwards) if left unattended. The clutch is either engaged or disengaged. Lowes sent it to their service center and the service technician advised Lowes that the transmission failed along with valve covers are leaking and belts are worn. There are very few parts that wear in these transmissions and the recently introduced Element V from General Transmissions for your yard tractor is now stronger and requires less worry than all the hydrostatic transmissions. Zero-turn mowers are a mowing companys dream but a nightmare for the Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for John Deere 190C Tractor Tuff Torq AM135071 K62 Hydro Transmission at the best online prices at eBay! John Deere is the only brand still sticking with them. If you have questions then Ill be glad to assist. thankyou jerry. That was not actually a garden tractor. That said. It goes rear. I suggest pulling the tranny out of the Sabre. I believe is mostly made by Husqvarna. I will check an actual tractor tomorrow. Craftsman 25587 42 19 HP Briggs & Stratton Fender Hydro Automatic Riding Mower. The engine is just about shot. I was thinking about purchasing Husqvarna YT42DXLS 42 lawn tractor 21.5 hp Kawasaki. Most people only get 2-3 years out of the trans. This is sometimes listed as a manual transmission but it is actually a CVT. Hi Paul, I just bought a 2015 Craftsman 19HP 42 tight turn mower. I like the hydrostatic but it wears out fast. I suggest going to mytractorforum.com, create a free account and asking in the John Deere section. Check out the parts diagram here: Model #247255870 Craftsman lawn, tractor transmission. The TT site lists about 15 K46 versions, not all are Deere specific. To get a John Deere with a transmission heavy enough to pull all the equipment you have you will have to go up to the Z500 series Deeres. Im concerned about transmission strength without having to get a K57 or larger for basic around the property non-mowing work. We have a place with a large lawn (~ 1/2 acre) with some slope and about 2 acres (with gentle slopes) of pasture divided into a couple of paddocks that have not had grazers for years. Both have the same type of fender controls. Go to searspartsdirect.com and enter 917.20385 as the model number. Thank you! Spin one wheel to see it spin. Hydro-Gear also offers larger and more productive commercial models including the ZT-5400 that offers two-speed operation up to 18 miles per hour for transporting. The Craftsman 27333. The new Gator blades are almost 1/8 longer than the originals, and the mohawk eventually showed up on the original blades as well (not sure when it happenedafter sharpening the old blades? I have determined that I need to buy a unit with a fabricated deck to get the square cut / flat faced discharge chute [no need to say why but it is a safety issue]. Enjoy your reviews and expertise Thank you. 4. You have to get above $5000 to get the K58 in an X500 Deere. Keith. Craftsman is now using them in all Husqvarna built tractors except the Garden Tractors. Hey Paul. Its the RS 800 GT. Its built like they used to be with full channel frames, drive shaft driven cast iron transmissions, and commercial grade horizontal shaft engines. It does not have cruise so you have to keep your foot on the pedal all the time when you are moving. @Joe, I dont know. They should be in the back of the trans near the bottom. Could the transaxle handle it? The bad news is: Four acres is a lot of lawn to mow and I really cant think of any tractor under $1699 that will be dependable and do the job for you. Am looking at replacing it now. From your research, does this tractor use one of the ne Element V transmissions? If your yard is all hills or you regularly pull 500 lb loads uphill then it does have a history of needing repair around 300-400 hours. 3) Replacing the Chassis. Many of these still have a hydro but even at this price range the manufactures are quickly switching to the more dependable medium duty CVT. Simplicity also makes a few models in the $5000 and up price that will work. Both of these tractors are good machines and worth the extra $150-200 you need to spend. This is not a common problem. wILL THE tUFF tORQ FIT IN A jOHN dEERE mODEL 145 AUTOMATIC ? The reverse portion of the RS 800 is a high speed to very low speed gear reducer and the speed reduction is all done with gears. Cant find any reviews and they are never in the ratings. A20VA46 46 in. Hydrostatic transmissions are more expensive than mechanical transmissions but they are much easier to use. 1. To be frank, $1500 wont get you anything that will last more than a few years. In addition with a sears card you can either get 5% of no interest for 12 months. Buy it here: Craftsman 20407 48 24 HP V-Twin Briggs & Stratton with TurnTight Garden Tractor, Thanks Paul very good info. The batteries alsodrives an electric motor that powers a cast iron geared transmission for the rear wheels. Free shipping. K66 M1000RR Product VIN looks like this WB10 E710 X MZ111111 This means it is model code E710 M is the model year ( MY ) 2021 156 KW A67A10 1.0L or HP= 212 @14,500 New top limiter RPM 15,100 Weight listed as 192KG or 423 lbs Nissin brake calipers 100mm spacing like the BREMBO's of old on the K46. The pedal on the left side of the tractor is the parking brake. A few of the high-end commercial mowers are now using enclosed cast iron hydros. Hi Rick, that cracking is usually a problem with the designer not the material. I dont have a good source for individual parts but here is a place to start General Trans Parts page. 2. I have a LA 175. I'm just interested in the Husqvarna K57 since it is $400 versus $775 for the official JD replacement. What would your first reaction be? Would you say that all machines sold today as Garden Tractors with hydrostats would have sufficiently-beefy units for hills, 300-600lb towing, ground-engage etc (Obviously, I wouldnt hold you to it)? Understand your description of the manual drive train and see they all use belts, but is just a matter of how they are engaged. They all basically mount in the same spot but the linkages for the shifter and brake are usually what needs to be modified. I figured I'd check the magnet on the fill plug and if it's clean then I'll just change the fluid. Went the whole summer with no issues. Until then, I have to assume you bought your tractor in the last year so it should be under warranty. Have these plastic housings proven them selves in the field for say 10 years? He hasnt either so I dont know why he would try to tell you otherwise. I have Castrol Edge 5w50 in my K66 and it has been great. What do you think of mower if this is true? In other words, if you pay less than $2500 for a lawn tractor with big rear tires and a 54-inch deck like your 1054 it wont last. Im very close to purchasing a new garden tractor and have few questions about three that interests me. 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