[-buzz-]

Hi, I have a Rover ride-on mower that isn't performing as well as it used to in that there has been quite a drastic loss in both speed and power in the engaged and disengaged modes. For some time it seemed as though this problem wasn't constant - sometimes it was OK but then the next time I started, even on the same day, it could be slower but today it was really crawling in 5th gear, the slowest it's ever been and really gutless on the garden slopes.

I had it serviced recently and mentioned the problem but whatever it is, they didn't fix it.

Any ideas?

[twinkiedooter]

I'd suggest you take it back to whoever serviced it and tell them they didn't fix the problem and you would like them to look at it again. A good lawn shop should be able to stand by their repairs.

[ballengerb1]

What service did they do on your mower and how much were you charged?

[-buzz-]

I got it seen to because the cutting deck was bent and there were a couple of leaks here and there which they fixed and they did a general service while they were at it. I just mentioned this problem in passing when they picked it up and it was actually 6 months ago and I've used it a lot since then so I can't bring it back on them.

I was really just wondering whether anyone might have a rough idea what the problem may be,

- blocked carby?
- gear trouble?

BTW - It's a Briggs & Stratton 12.5 HP engine.

[ballengerb1]

I really doubt it has anything to do with the gears. I'd start with a carb disassembly and a good boil out. When it starts losing power do you get more smoke out of the exhaust?

[-buzz-]

Can't say it's noticeable but I'll try and have a look at the carby.

Thanks for the replies.

[MOWERMAN2468]

With power loss engaged and disengaged that should rule out the transaxle and point toward the carb.