Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): TroyBilt Riding Mower 1842, briggs and stratton, hp briggs

Question
I am currently experiencing the following issue w/ my Troy Bilt LTX 1842 riding mower equipped w/ a 18 hp Briggs and Stratton engine:  The mower starts, runs smooth, pto runs fine, however the lawnmower has no power to pull.  It will barely pull itself and will definitely not pull itself up a grade/incline of any kind.  Any direction would be helpful.  Thanks, Mike

Answer
Hello Michael:

If the Engine is Starting and Revving Properly, then it Sounds like the Variable Speed Pulley (#6) is Sticking and Requires Lubricating, the Belts (#s 45, 46) are Slipping or the Tension Springs (#28, 31) are Broken or Weak. Go to this Site Addy, http://www.jackssmallengines.net/parts.asp and Select Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab and Enter the OEM (Troy Bilt)and the Model Numbers (LTX1842). Now Double Click on your Model in the Results Area. If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Have a Happy Holiday Season and May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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John