On Apr 14, 9:24*pm, wrote:
On Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:12:31 -0600, "WW"
wrote:







"Dimitrios Paskoudniakis" wrote in message
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I just started using my tractor having bought it new at the end of the
summer 2005 mowing season.

Every year at this time I faithfully tune it up - change oil/oil
filter/spark plugs/air filter/fuel filter, clean the carb, take off the
deck/sharpen the blades, check the belts, ...

Having just completed all of the above, I'm finding the steering to be
very difficult. *It feels like a car with power steering but the power is
off - much more force is required to turn the steering wheel. *It is also
difficult to steer back to straight from a hard turn.

What could be the problem? *Could it be a simple lubrication solution, or
something more significant like a bearing/bushing in a wheel/axle
assembly? I see no obvious visual indications.

The model is 917.275702, 24 hp, 48" deck.
Maybe a dumb answer, but have you checked tire pressure. Assuming they are
that type. WW

That was a real useful reply. *I just love people who quote a message
and dont add anything !!!!

To the OP. *Lawn tractors are notorious for having problems with the
steering gears. *I's look at them. *They easily wear out. *Of course
you should be lubricating them too, as well as all the bearings from
the steering wheel to the tires. *This includes the swivels, or in car
terminology, tie rod ends. *Lube the entire sterring assembly and look
for worn parts. *Dont forget to lube all wheel bearings too. *- Hide quoted text -

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How does it steer if the front wheels are off the ground, is it still
stiff?