JD LT133 Shifting gears difficult and bumps in gear. Recently my 20+ year JD LT133 starting bumping in gear and now is difficult to shift gifts but is easier with throttle low and slow. I would take to dealer but right now is 1 hour and 15 minutes away.
JD LT133 Shifting gears difficult and bumps in gear
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You want to expand on what "bumps into gear means "
Difficult gear shifting on a manual box is generally the clutch failing to take drive pressure off the box or broken shit keys inside the box
Difficult gear shifting on a manual box is generally the clutch failing to take drive pressure off the box or broken shit keys inside the box
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Hi Aplayeru,
Many times difficult shifting is caused by the belt not fully releasing tension on the transmission pulley. Secondly, it can be caused by worn shifting forks inside the transmission caused by "forcing" the shifter or just simple wear.
My first try to correct the issue would be to purchase an OEM John Deere belt from a local or online dealer. The part number is M126012 which you can purchase here from Amazon.
You should be able to find a local small engine repair shop that will install the belt for you. Be sure to bring your OEM belt to the shop with you to ensure they don't put an aftermarket belt on it. Figure on 1/2 to 1 hr labor. the deck needs to be removed and some machines require removal of other parts to get the belt on, others do not, and the job is fairly easy. Ask them to inspect and lube the shift linkage while changing the belt.
If that does not cure the issue, It is likely internal transmission wear and you will just have to live with it. Sometimes it helps if you make the shift while still moving slightly as you begin to depress the clutch. If you have difficulty shifting from neutral into first or reverse, try shifting into the opposite direction and move just a little then shift into the gear you want.
Hope this helps
Kevin
Many times difficult shifting is caused by the belt not fully releasing tension on the transmission pulley. Secondly, it can be caused by worn shifting forks inside the transmission caused by "forcing" the shifter or just simple wear.
My first try to correct the issue would be to purchase an OEM John Deere belt from a local or online dealer. The part number is M126012 which you can purchase here from Amazon.
You should be able to find a local small engine repair shop that will install the belt for you. Be sure to bring your OEM belt to the shop with you to ensure they don't put an aftermarket belt on it. Figure on 1/2 to 1 hr labor. the deck needs to be removed and some machines require removal of other parts to get the belt on, others do not, and the job is fairly easy. Ask them to inspect and lube the shift linkage while changing the belt.
If that does not cure the issue, It is likely internal transmission wear and you will just have to live with it. Sometimes it helps if you make the shift while still moving slightly as you begin to depress the clutch. If you have difficulty shifting from neutral into first or reverse, try shifting into the opposite direction and move just a little then shift into the gear you want.
Hope this helps
Kevin
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