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Originally Posted by *Mechanic*
Hi,
Sorry for the delay but i've been away for a while!
Its hard to tell with these type of problems without seeing the machine due to the vast array of possibilities but I would say you are on the right track for starters. Trouble is you have a Hydro system to take in to consideration as well....
The Hydro Pump is belt driven, the juddering and vibration could be down to a week tensioner pulley / spring causing the pulley to bouce erratically when under load. Locate the pulleys + springs and walk along side the machine while someone drives it up the incline to force the problem and watch for this happening.
Secondly it could be the Hydro pump itself. If the seals are starting to go internaly it would drive fine until either the unit / fluid gets warm or the hydro unit gets put under increased load (like pulling up a hill). Which would also be a good indication of why it was sold in the first place! Check at the rear of the machine for the Hydro Fluid reservoir and make sure theres the right amount of fluid in there for starters and let me know what you've found.
If you need any Honda spare parts check out Lawnmower World - The home of Quality new garden machinery Spares + Repairs + Service and if the parts you need are not listed you will need to call them on 0191 4692020 along with the chassis number to ensure you are getting the right parts sent out for your model of tractor.
Hope this helps |
Hello Mechanic
just seen this reply! thankyou for the information abot the mower. I borrowed a small John Deere for a good while which has now gone back which leaves me useing the Honda 2218H again.
I replaced the drive belt which seemed to help a small amount but still hasn't cured the problem, my next move is to check the oil in the Hydro pump which Unfortunatley I can't seem to find the drain or top up bolt? I have looked at the rear of the Hydro caseing and can't find anything that resemble a fill plug or a drain plug below?
the mower still slips when in drive and somtimes slows to a snails pace expecially when hot and after pulling up a Hill? the funny thing is if I then reverse the mower the hydro system works perfect and it pulls like a train, after being in reverse if I then go forward it works perfect again for a small amount of time.
any advice would be much apreciated.
Jasper