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tremblay


Joined: Jun 6, 2005
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Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Original Message   Jun 6, 2005 4:48 pm
I have a Craftsman 19hp Twin Turbo lawn tractor with hydrostatic transmission. Recently, the tractor does not go up hills or at any incline like it used to. When the tractor first starts, it seems to be OK. Then, as it heats up, a high pitched whine emanates from the tractor when I attempt to go uphill. I changed the front motion drive belt, but this had no effect. Sears will charge me $96 just to look at it, and if it is the transaxle, it would probably be better if I bought a new tractor?? Looking for advice...it is a sealed unit, but is it missing some fluid? Thanks for any help.
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CraftsmanOwner


Joined: Apr 29, 2012
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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #30   May 2, 2012 7:09 pm
Yes, my LTX1000 is a hydro transaxle sealed so my understanding is that it cannot be rebuilt. I have used it 12 years on 1-1/2 acres of mostly hills and most fairly steep -usually takes about 2-1/2 to 3 hrs to mow all at same time. It has had wheel weights and chains on it the whole 12 years .  I've kept the oil changed and lubed every year. The hydro tranny is wonderful for hills to adjust the speed according to the condition-up,reverse and turns on the hills. I can't say enough good about this mower. That said I've taken the chance and purchased a used tranny from Florida (no hills) and should receive it soon. i hope that it all works out but still would like all the thoughts anyone may have on my upcoming project. Thanks !
Bill_H


Location: Maine
Joined: Jan 12, 2008
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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #31   May 2, 2012 9:38 pm
It CAN be rebuilt - the Sears guy even quoted you a price for a rebuilt trans, right? - but it is considered not "user-serviceable". Sealed just means you have to open the case and replace the gasket (RTV) when you close it up again. Anyway, since you have another one the way, consider changing out the oil before you install it. The new one may not have a drain hole in which case you'll have to pry off the vent cover and flip the thing over a few times to drain it. You can just add as much as came out, but better to do some research and find out how much should be in there. If you're careful you can reinstall the same cover, but if you break it you'll have to buy a new one - not expensive by itself but shipping and possible minimum order charges may bite you.

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FrankMA


Location: Merrimack Valley/Northeastern Mass
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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #32   May 3, 2012 7:10 am
I would definitely change out the dino oil and replace it with the same viscosity synthetic oil which has a much higher temperature tolerance. The Tuff Torq K46 transaxel calls for 1.9 litres of 10W30.

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AKDean


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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #33   May 21, 2012 5:42 pm
I bought a craftsman 42" hydrostatic riding lawn tractor Model#917.256570 I think it is between 2003 and 2005 model. It runs for a bit then slows down and then won't seem to engage at all. It seems to be the transmission. I wrote and was told this transmission is absolete.

I read the posts about drilling a hole in the transmission and putting lube oil in. Where exactly do you drill this hole? If I pdf a picture or drawing, can someone point out where I should drill? I don't want to damage the unit if I can't replace it. Do you know if there are pictures, or a utube video of someone doing this?

Thanks

Aaron

Bill_H


Location: Maine
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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #34   May 21, 2012 8:36 pm
Your Craftsman mower has a Hydro-Gear model 319-0650 transmission (http://www.m-and-d.com/pdfs/hydrogear/319-0650_150071.pdf) Sears part #150071. Try googling those numbers. Good luck.

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AKDean


Joined: May 21, 2012
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Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #35   May 23, 2012 7:57 am
Thank you for the reply and schematic site.  I just looked at the transmission and it says a 310-0650.  Is that the same as the 319-0650?  ...or will it work the same?
Bill_H


Location: Maine
Joined: Jan 12, 2008
Points: 354

Re: Craftsman Lawn Tractor tranny problem?
Reply #36   May 23, 2012 8:12 pm
Sorry, no idea. You sure it's a 0 and not a 9?

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pokerrally


Joined: Jun 16, 2012
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Re: hard to shift into gear
Reply #37   Jun 16, 2012 7:29 am
Hello, I have a 19hp craftsman, I changed out the 16.5hp for a 19.5. After i did that it was hard to shift the gears. its like a standard car with the clutch starting to go, it seems like its locked up. any suggestions to my problem?

thanks

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