Jeff,

Check the fluid but refrain from changing it, do not contaminate the system
with any dirt, a thimble full of dirt will destroy the system.

Mort than likely the popoff in the pump is too low, take it to the dealer it
will be money well spent, they will measure the pump output and shim the
popoff spring accordingly.

Ken Shelton

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"Jeff Springer" wrote in message
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Need some help on LX176 with hydro static drive. It will not climb slight
hills and slows down on level grounds also. I replaced the belt which was
wore out but mower still slowing down. I adjusted the linkage on the drive
which seem to help for a few days but back to doing it again. Need help
please.

Jeff