https://todaysmower.com/cvt-automatic/ and https://todaysmower.com/general-transmissions-now-has-a-u-s-parts-service-and-sales-center/. @Anthony, 2014 Craftsman T2600 Model 28853X46 in Hydrostatic 19hpYard Tractor Review 540cc Single KohlerCourageTypical Price$1779.99 Item # 07120385000PCraftsman 19HP 46" KOHLER Turn Tight Hydrostatic Yard Tractor - Non CA 15" X 6" - 6", If you want a Briggs then your best mower is the 2014 Craftsman T2200 Model 20381 42 in Hydro 19hp Yard Tractor Review 540cc Single Briggs Platinum Typical Price$1499.99Item # 07120381000PCraftsman 19HP 42 Turn Tight Hydrostatic Yard Tractor Non CA 1 Acre and Above. Thanks, Ray. The K66 is bulletproof and is as reliable as the G730 plus it has the electronic differential lock so it is my number one choice for you. If this tractor came with a shift-on-the-go version, Id definitely go with that just because its what I know. They use the K58 trans in the Troy-Bilt GTs and I am not aware that it is even available with ELD. You can shift-on-the-go with some models but to get the longest life most brands suggest you push down on the clutch/brake pedal and then shift to the speed you want. It will not go to neutral by itself like the foot controls. My big question is, does the cvt transmission allow you to use the engine as a brake while going down hill? Do you know which 2014 Cubs have heavier duty transmissions? Which brings up a good point. All the models on this page will do the job for you. There are quite a few different belt guides and brackets that can trip you up if you dont get them all back in the right place. Cheers. Is it hopeless for me? I have an older z 3050 toro time cutter. I think the current price of K66 kit is $1600. It should turn smoothly without grinding noises. Love it!! 2014 Craftsman T3200 Model 20391 48 in Automatic 22 hp Yard Tractor Review. The K46 is not serviceable. I dont mind doing some modifications to accommodate something different. When you press on the left pedal it releases tension on the transmission drive belt. Instead of one bar like a shopping cart, the bar is split in two and you move each side to make it move.). We are stumped. 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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. Im looking at spending no more then 1699 and really dont want to spend the money and find out I have invested in junk. 30-40 years ago gear drive transmissions were about the only transmission available for your tractor. It will not give you the issues and short transmission life the tractors with a 54-inch deck are known for in that price range. The G730 is also bulletproof its faster than the other two trans at 7.5 MPH. The tractor usually jumps or jerks. If you would like to move up to a V-Twin here is the review of the 20390. Who Makes The Best Lawn Tractor or Zero Turn For You? Hi Pedro, It depends on the size of your yard. Please read these articles and reviews. Hi Rick, that cracking is usually a problem with the designer not the material. The biggest thing to understand is the grinding noise does not mean the transmission is going bad. Because the lack of my garage space I have been looking at rear engine mowers with smaller foot prints. Do you want a red, black or yellow tractor? The next thing is get it to a mechanic. You can read my review here: 25081 review. How do these people stay in business? 22 HP V-Twin Gas Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor, Craftsman 25587 42 19 HP Briggs & Stratton Fender Hydro Automatic Riding Mower. I also weigh almost 400 lbs. Now Im not totally taking his word for it at this point, as you know how that can turn out. What do you think. Measure the drive pulley on the engine and the drive pulley on the transmission. (25) 25 product ratings - Genuine OEM Tuff Torq C6138 K46 Transmission Cap 187T0136300 168T2036300 T40. I will always recommend a pedal control Hydrostatic Transmission over a manual or an automatic for the new kid. Lawn is about 3/4 acre. that said. The fiber housing take shock load and impact loads a lot better than aluminum. That alone is a deciding factor for me in m choosing of a mower. In fact the RS 800 Element V transmission is power rated very close to the most popular garden tractor transmission, the Hydro-Gear G730. Electric drive systems are found in the mowers like the Cub Cadet Zero/a>and Mean Green Products consist of batteries, electronic controllers and electric motors. Do you like thaht tractor? I could not find the 20385 on SEARS site. If you put very small pullies, for example, say 2, on the engine and rear pinion, would the tractor go faster? Hi Bob, I predict everyone will switch to EFI in the next 5 years. Hi Randy, The 7-speed manual transmissions are not gear drive. I wouldn't bother with upgrading to a K66 and throwing all that money in it. That is the primary reason why zero-turn mowers cost more than the lawn tractors. Thanks for any info. Figure out the gear ratio. For example, if the engine pulley is 5 inches and the transmission pulley is 10 inches then the trans pulley runs at 1/2 the engine RPM. Hi Jason, That tractor does not use the RS800 CVT. The Craftsman 20403 uses the G730 Tranny. You charge the mower using normal household current. 25-HP V-Twin Kohler, Craftsman 54 Fast Auto 24 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Turn Tight Garden Tractor Model 20408. I dont want to buy a small farm tractor or sub-compact utility tractor. 2. I need a heavy load hauler small yard mower with steep hills to mow and pull heavy loads up , I trashed my yt300 in two years , it just screams and stops on the hills these days ,help . The clutch is either engaged or disengaged. If the price of the tractor is less than $1500 its not the heavy duty CVT. This technology is beneficial because it uses less fuel to mow your lawn and is quieter than using lawn tractors with larger engines. LGT stands for light garden tractor. Tractors with the transmissions G7, G730 and K66 are all heavier than the XT2 with the K58. When it starts to fail figure out what you want to do differently next time. Thy list the 20390 as an auto. $10.99 $ 10. Hi Dennis, As usual, whoever you talked to didnt know the Craftsman line. The Raven MPV-7100/a> uses a hybrid drive system. Used parts are sometimes available, but rarely cheap. How as a consumer would I know if a machine has a light or heavy duty cvt auto transmission? The husqvarna gt52xls with 22hpkawasaki and g730 transmission or husky gth52xls with Briggs and Stratton and I think K66. Its almost new. John Deere is the only brand still sticking with them. There is a guy who offers a complete K66 upgrade kit here: K66 Upgrade Kits, Hey Paul, These tractors have many more features like 6 inch turning radius, long life engines and nice seats. I have even thought about putting the old Peerless manual transmission from the Murray in the John Deere. JB. I am not going into the details of how each one works. The use the same engines and transmissions yet the John Deere dealers charge $1000 to $3000 more. I am having some difficulty deciding whether to replace the transaxle with another cheaper crappy K46, go for the K66 upgrade kit for $1,800 or maybe go with a new Husky. 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. Nice page! for the tractors rear weight, plus you, plus the trailer, plus the load. Correct me if Im wrong , you stated that this model had a K46 TUFF TORQ tanny & a K58 TUFF TORQ tanny . From your research, does this tractor use one of the ne Element V transmissions? Oppositely a 1:3 gear ratio will turn at a third of revolutions of the input gear, thus providing less torque, but increasing the ability of the engine to spin slower to maintain a higher rate of speed. and can I fix that problem?thanks,shane. Thanks, its on order! The question is about the trans? Safety-wise the hydro is the easiest to learn and if you get in trouble just lift your foot off the pedal and the tractor will stop. By doing this I can get rid of my existing snow blower, tiller, etc Any recommendations as to what type of unit would best suit my needs? Its a perfect tractor if you want to attach a snow blade. Any additional info for a replacement would be appreciated. The garden tractor and estate tractor hydrostatic transmissions are heavier and built to handle heavy loads and ground engaging attachments. Hi Lynn, I do not recommend a manual transmission. It goes rear. I was paying $50 week for one property (not huge but way < 4 acres) and the problem was the poor cut quality. I used it to mow and to pull an overloaded yard cart up hills for years, but that finally caught up with me. And they will sell a ton of them to people who only want the lowest price and dont care about quality. I did wear out transmission on cubcadet 1054. I dont expect it to be a true hydro for the cheap price HD is asking for it. Craftsman is now using them in all Husqvarna built tractors except the Garden Tractors. Are higher RPM transaxles available without super high wheel spin? Hey Paul, Im looking to buy a new lawn tractor and Im looking at the Craftsman they sell at Lowes. While its a tough tranny you have to have constant pressure on the foot pedal to make it go. I do suggest the website mytractorforum.com. the craftsman is a Hydrostatic, but the Ariens is just called an automatic? Hi Randy, If you want a gear drive you have to go to a sub-compact nowadays. I know these manual transmission models are being phased out. Thank you for that info. Mowing lawns it will last a long time. Is this a common complaint and what tranny do I need. Add a direction reversing lever in the control rod. You need a riding lawn mower that can get you through obstacles rather than just spinning the wheels, or leaving you stuck on an incline. I would like the best most reliable auto transmission in this general price range. If you find the transmission yourself off of ebay or someplace similar and do the work yourself you can usually get the project done for half that. The 25081 is a lot easier to get on and off. need a 42 in cut deck , need strong trans.like to do up to 1/4 acre. Buts its been a great mower. Second question which transmission is best? Increased ground speed. Im looking at the Craftsman T1800 (model #20376) with 42 inch deck and Koehler 20hp motor. I have a flat 2 acre lot with some tall weeds. I am especially concerned with the nylon composite transmission housing and potential for fatigue cracking due to vibration, etc. Thanks for your insight and fast reply. Now, the trans is great for what you are going to use the tractor for. Either a fender mounted lever or foot control varies the speed and direction. Fast & Free shipping on many items! is doing the same as before. 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. Looking for your advise on whether to try to figure out the mohawk issue on the Simplicity, or keep the D130, or look for something that is better suited for the hills. On behalf of all of the lurkers who dont post questions/comments: thank you for your dedication to helping/informing others. along with a 12 gauge deck for the past 14 or 15 years. On the right side of the tractor you push on the big pedal to go forward and push on the little pedal to go backwards. Im curious, is the hydrostatic in this mower a K46 or what might it be? (doing this right, requires some knowledge, and special tools $$$, but removing the engine requires far fewer steps than number 1!) For example, a 10-inch pulley on the engine and a 5-inch pulley on the transmission would make it go faster. No, its the ratio of the engine pulley to the transmission pulley. Most people only get 2-3 years out of the trans. And, if any of them have a heavier duty transmission (comparable or better than the K58)? Hydraulic Equipments,Transmissions and Marine Gears, Foot Control : Dampening System or External Shock Absorber Available, Option (For Power Steering, Lift and Others) 6.9L/min, 31bars (450psi) @ 2,000rpm, Option (For Power Steering, Lift and Others) 9.3L/min, 31bars (450psi) @ 2,700rpm, IHT Transaxle series K (K46, K57, K58, K62, K66, K72), Speed control system can be selected between hand control and foot control, Cooling fan is optionally installed above the input shaft. Randy. WOW what a tractor for the money. You still have a light duty tractor, with a beefed up rear end. Deere has been trying to cut costs on the new lawn tractors by using the feeble light weight K46 in all 100,200 , the 300 and 304. K62: Simple basic model. Check out the parts diagram here: Model #247255870 Craftsman lawn, tractor transmission. You use your right hand to set the speed of your tractor, to stop the tractor and to make the tractor to go in reverse. 3. Please make sure the drives (transmissions) and engine are good before you buy one. Its priced at $999. @Mark, From what I can tell you are looking at the Model # 960460054 Ariens and either the 28884 or 28851 Craftsman. I have also been looking at Husqvarnas website to try to compare models, but Husqvarna doesnt list any specs on the transmissions. $15.50. I assumed it had a K46 transmission when I ordered it but it has a Hydo-Gear T2. If its leaving a stepped cut where one side is longer than the other, it may be a major issue with the deck (shell is bent) Look under the deck and meet the two ends of the blades. The engine doesnt act like a brake, the trans itself holds the load. Marlton, NJ. Im replacing a 38/14 hp MTD with a 7 speed shift-on-the-go manual. Paul: I am looking to replace by 2000 year model Sears garden tractor. Cant find any reviews and they are never in the ratings. New Lot of 2 OEM Tuff Torq Transmission Axle Oil Seal 187T0134280 for K46 & T40. Tuff Torq told me that a new $1000 transmission would last no more than 100 hrs if I bought one. What Zero Turn Mower(s) would you recommend for less then one acre, residential usage, some hills (20-30 degrees), durable for 10 years, and less than 4000$. Youve done your research but the 25081 does not have any reviews up yet on Sears.com. In fact I have not heard of any problems with one. For the cost of the rebuild kit a new unit just seems more cost effectve. i need to stay in the 2 to 3k price range , Is there any hope for that? I think I finely understand. Correct, you PUSH the handle in the direction you want to turn the cart. They are currently limited by battery technology and battery price but that is changing fast. The biggest problem has been that owners are used to the old style gear drive transmissions and hydros so they expect this transmission to behave and sound in a certain way. Husqvarna uses the G730 on garden tractors without differential lock and the K66 on garden tractors with differential lock. It also has the largest wheels, heaviest trans and you can get a good dozer/snow blade for it. 3) Replacing the Chassis. Hi Philip, Just curious. They dont downshift well without using the parking/clutch pedal. and happy with the quality Id pay it. It does not have cruise so you have to keep your foot on the pedal all the time when you are moving. I have a 2012 Husqvarna YTH 22V42 lawn tractor with 340 hours on it with the "DREADED K46 TRANSAXLE". To stop, pull them back. I was unable to get a parts break down of the Ariens but it does have a variable speed pulley on the top of the trans so it is not a true hydro. Lawn Tractor Transmission Types Updated: January 2014. The dealer will want $1200 or more to replace it when it fails. Go to searspartsdirect.com and enter 917.20385 as the model number. According to MTD the T260 has the tough Torq k46 transmission, and the T310 has the hydro gear t2. I am not easy on it and use a pull behind tiller in the garden. So I am going to suggest you look at one other lawn tractor. Actually, I was wanting to compare the TuffTorq numbers to the Hydro that I have. I recently entered the market for a new lawn tractor in the $1000 to $1300 price range. Here's where some of you bawked at the cost outlay ($2250). That transmission can handle hills and uneven ground well. No one ever talks about that trans because no one ever has any problems with it. You need a lawn tractor with the heavy duty transmission. It wasnt until I inherited the Craftsman that I started reading up on hydrostats and learned that people generally dont favor them for anything but casual mowing. The batteries alsodrives an electric motor that powers a cast iron geared transmission for the rear wheels. Troy-Bilt Pony, Bronco & Super Bronco Mower Review Ten Inexpensive Quality Mowers. 2011 Husqvarna MZ6128ZT at Sears! https://www.cubcadet.com/equipment/cubcadet/lawn-and-garden-tractors/xt2/lx42 Thanks Paul,You have been a tremendous help! Most of these transmissions are controlled by individual levers called lap bars that sit in front of you. 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. Ground engaging strength. This kind of differential will "lock" the left and right axles together so that they rotate as a single axle. The speed control is on the left fender. I think it has the K46 also, along with the smaller deck. Simple DIY installation. Many people seem to have high-hopes for CVT transmissions. Posted: Fri Mar 03, 2017 7:59 am Post subject: Re: K46 tuff torq transaxle T40 Indeed it does indicate the LT166 uses a K51. If you have the stock number go to the page on homedepot.com. (it blows when I hit a bump, or raise the deck, etc.). How you feel about this? The E160 has 20 inch rear tires and the E170 has 22 inch. Only the Garden tractors with the heavy duty transmissions are designed for ground engaging equipment. 22 HP V-Twin Gas Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor. Its not that much more than the Husqvarna or XT2 Cub Cadet and quite a bit cheaper than the equivalent John Deere or Simplicity. Really makes me appreciate how great that Craftsman has been to us; unfortunately, it also now has me worried about using it as we have all these yearshence, my questions above . around $5000 plus the deck. Thanks so much. Thats just not possible here. You cant find reviews because Simplicity Tractors are not sold online. If you want a 54 inch deck in a lawn tractor that will last you have to go up to the $2700-$3300 Garden tractors with the K58 or K66 transmissions. They are gear, friction disk, automatic or CVT, hydrostatic, pump/motor, electric and hybrid. MTD has their own CVT. So Paul, having read probably 100 comments and your replys, would I be correct in saying that you would recommend the Craftsman 20391 with a CVT transmission over the Pro Series 20442 with the K46? There hasnt been a gear drive transmission in lawn tractors for almost 20 years now. Like. There are four basic types of transmissions: In the past, riding mowers and vehicles such as lawn and garden tractors used manual gear drive transmissions to change the mowers ground speed. The 20409 has not been made for two years. Home Depot: Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro Series GT 50 in. 3. Ive read a number of your posts and I still cant decide between the manual and hydrostatic versions of the Craftsman LT3000 42 turn tight lawn tractor. It can cause steering problems and overload the rear axle. Roy. Buy an older one that's heavy duty already, or buy a newer model that's heavier. It, too, broke after less than a hour of use. New parts are expensive but readily available. Craftsman has a few garden tractors that have the heavy duty transmission. Keith. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Subscribe to our mailing list and get interesting stuff and updates to your email inbox. It will do fine on your lawn. I was wondering why my Craftsman riding mower rear wheel was only spinning one wheel when it was stuck in the mud, thought something was wrong with rear transmission, now I know better. Have about 2 weeks left on warranty. and was was looking for, You helped this picky-about-equipment WI farm boy finally make a choice> I was looking to buy used but reading your opinions on that, especially on tranny life expectancy, helped me decide to buy new and I got a great deal on the Craftsman with Kohler 2 cylinder engine and cast iron front axle.,And I was wondering if the width/weight would be an issue.for the bagger. There is one other form of CVT that has the possibility of also replacing the hydrostatic transmisson. or Best Offer. Do you know what tranny the new 2014 ariens from home depot uses? @PJ. In front of the right wheel is the parking brake (usually) it should be loose but not bent. Is the k46 transmission really that much different? If your yard can handle a 48-inch deck he will like this lawn tractor a lot. If you were potentially looking to buy a garden tractor sometime within the next five years (of 2015), what type of transmission would you most favor/wait for (besides manual)? The K46 and K71 use the same diameter input shaft, so using the K46 drive pulley fits perfectly. Fill the hydro chamber through port on top of OEM supplied reservoir and bring oil. Thats why Im here to help you find the best for you. I talk with them regularly and they are quick to fix any issues you may have with a mower or snow blower they sell. The rest of the mower is a nice step up from you old tractor. Please advise asap & thanks for everything ! It performed well until this year when the transmission shift link, part # 166231, broke. I have read thru your site extensively and I also got a lot of good information from the page you recommended to JDubs on 2015 tractors over $1500. Ive always had great luck with 60-inch decks in that price range. Looking to purchase a second hand cub cadet rzt s46 with 426 hours on it. Coupled with the 48-inch deck and the smaller tires will put less strain on the transmission on your hills and the trans will last longer. I have a clutch out of a Dixon zero-turn lying on a shelf in my garage with the same problem. Thanks again. On the fender mounted control you HAVE to move the lever to the middle to stop your tractor. Reactions: larrybl. @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. Hydrostatic transmissions allow for greater variability in the mowers forward speed. I have only found one place in the US that repairs the old Sunstrands. The way the RS 800 is designed it actually has a lot more torque available to the rear wheels. The Repair techs should have a spec sheet that helps them to understand if the trans is bad. Ive read some reviews about a grinding noise in reverse and the Sears people can;t figure it out, and have actually told consumers to trade it for a machine with a hydro-static trans. Blow it off with an air compressor. To go in reverse put the fender lever in R and press on the right foot pedal. But don t go front. 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 assume using a yard seep weekly, hauling 300-400 Lbs now and then in a wagon is ok? JavaScript is disabled. In this price range would you recommend a auto cvt trans or a hydrostatic? I realize I would need to fit any kind of unit to my current engine output shaft and my transaxle. I know I need a garden tractor and have looked at the Craftsman Pro series, Cub Cadets, Husqvarna GT series etc. Also, if you have any general opinions on Craftsman vs. Cub Cadet vs. John Deere, Id love to hear them. Then crawl under the Toro and check it out. It now only starts when it wants to and the grass is only getting taller!!!! RJR Tractor's FOREVER WARRANTY. Yes, I feel you will kill it because pushing the BERCO is heavy. A smaller gas engine (13 hp) charges batteries. I currently have a 2000 or 2001 Craftsman LT 1750 ( 917.272220) with a Kohler Pro 17.5 hp and ?Automatic transmission? 45 Loader, 47 Blower, Heavy Hitch Loader Tooth Bar, 54C Deck, 14 Bushel bagger & Power Flow, Ruegg Cat 1 3pt hitch, Heavy Hitch Weight/Drawbar, 13 Steel Dump Cart, JD Front Mount Thatcher, 36" steel roller, Ohio Steel 42CP Aerator, 7308 FEL w/ heavy duty bucket, backhoe w/ underframe, John Deere 190C Tractor Tuff Torq AM135071 K62 Hydro Transmission | eBay, Medium Frame Compact Utility Tractors (MCUT), Large Frame Compact Utility Tractors (LCUT). I replaced the clutch with new and the mower works fine. Paul, Im looking at purchasing a new cub cadet 18 hp or higher but have seen a lot of mixed reviews about them and purchasing them from Home Depot. Ill spend a few paragraphs going through each type so you have a better idea of the best type for you. I would guess GT has tripled their sales for 2015 over last year. Are you sure its the transmission? I took the engine out of the 2001 and put it in the 2004 and ended up with a good running tractor that we used around the yard here until I found the Husqvarna Riders. The fabricated deck is stronger than conventional decks and takes a beating well. Thanks, That pump then drives an internal motor that runs a lot slower. Dont have the engine running on the slope for more than 30-45 seconds at a time. So if you are looking at any other brands stick with a hydro. These transmissions are found on the least expensive lawn tractors and are usually listed as 6 or 7 speed. Trying to find a suitable replacement for this mower is becoming a real chore. Great site. I may just have to give in a get a foot pedal mower. By the way Mahindra is the largest utility tractor manufacture in the world. Thanks, Ray, Hi Paul, I just bought a new house and its on 3/4 of Acre and also on a hill. But our lean-to it was parked under collapsed under snow. Thanks. I'm going to buy a YT3000 and am trying to decide between the 6 speed and the hydrostatic. Sorry to keep bothering you. So what gives with this? The last time I let my lawn get out of control (an area with 1ft+ tall grass) I was still able to mow at top speed without bogging down, so it would just consume more gas by putting the larger carb on and running at the same RPM to maintain same speed. Our local farm tractor supply store carries different models the Raptor SD and the Fastrak. That said, The K66ELD has a locking differential so if you ever want to mount a snow blower on the tractor or you have slopes steeper than 10 degrees that trans has the best traction. Am I just getting crappy parts, or is there something wrong with the transmission that is over stressing the link? To stop the tractor pull the lever back to the middle position or lift your foot off the pedal. The belt that drives the hydro also lasts longer than the one for the manual trans. One last thing. Hi Randy, I cant recommend using a tiller behind the lawn tractors. Troy-Bilt Zero-Turn Mower Review Inexpensive Quality ZTRs. It uses a friction wheel and disk to change the forward speed of your rider. Hi Kenneth. Can I use that in the Saber? Laurie, The biggest problem with lawn tractors and hills is the transmissions. You can buy from them with confidence. Possibly put a snow blade on it, too. I have been hearing of almost no instances of problems now. Hi Joe, Well your tractor has gone well over 10 years so it may be time for a new one. Lawn has 2 small slopes that rise about 5ft over 20 ft long. Close you eyes and pretend you are gripping a shopping cart. Changing the size of the pullies should affect rear diff speeds. I also dont like to stop to shift, but I live with it because Im too cheap to buy a better tractor at this point in time. Then the fender control Craftsman. 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