TORO 22" Recycler Self-Propel works on smooth surface, not slopes or taller grass
My faithful 10 year old walk behind (TORO 22" Recycler, Model 20016) seems to have gotten weaker in its old age. The wheels spin when engaged, and the mower moves forward on a smooth surface, and through grass of moderate height. However, on a slope and/or somewhat taller grass it bogs down and I have to push---much more so than it used to do. I replaced the transmission assembly in the early spring, and everything worked great, but this weakness is new, and I'm puzzled. I installed a new drive belt today, thinking that the old one may have been slipping, but the problem continues. Can anyone help, please?
My faithful 10 year old walk behind (TORO 22" Recycler, Model 20016) seems to have gotten weaker in its old age. The wheels spin when engaged, and the mower moves forward on a smooth surface, and through grass of moderate height. However, on a slope and/or somewhat taller grass it bogs down and I have to push---much more so than it used to do. I replaced the transmission assembly in the early spring, and everything worked great, but this weakness is new, and I'm puzzled. I installed a new drive belt today, thinking that the old one may have been slipping, but the problem continues. Can anyone help, please?