L3830 Seems slower than usual

dtpinard

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New member here. I have a L3830 (HST) and I have noticed over the past year that it seems slower and has less power than usual. I do not believe it to be an engine issue (runs perfect) and am convinced it is something in the HST.

I remember reading somewhere that other people experiencing the same issue and after searching and searching can't find what I have read. It was especially noticeable yesterday when plowing the snow (I love New England snowstorms). The machine struggled mightily where 2 years ago I would not have any trouble at all.

(for what it's worth, I typically run the machine in the MED range. Fluids are are recently changed and up to the appropriate levels)

Any advice would be appreciated.
 

North Idaho Wolfman

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There could be several things going on, like simply your clutch is out of adjustment and it's slipping.
I'll email you a link to a WSM download that has troubleshooting steps in it, that should get you going on the right track. ;)
 

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