RZ50 ~ Slow In Reverse, Right Rear

[Gary Makuch]

I have approx 15 hours on my Cub Cadet Z Force RZ48 Zero turn motor with the fabricated deck, and so far I love the product. What I have noticed is when I pull the right handle backwards, the machine moves not as fast as when the left is applied. It is noticeably different, 6 seconds to complete a 360 degree turn compared to 5 seconds. I also noticed that the right handle does not move as far back as the left and bottoms out on the screw which limits the motion. It is very noticeable when mowing.

Before I start playing around with the length of the bar which connects the handles to the transmission, or the screw which limits the motion. I wanted some opinions on how to adjust this. I also noticed that when the machine is idle, the left handle is slightly forward than the left.

Thanks for any help or insight.

 

[OldMachinist]

I scanned the pages of the service manual that outline how to adjust the steering on a Z-Force. My manual is a few years old but I think all the adjustments are the same.

 

[diesel_nut]

The reason I have a steering wheel.............

 

[OldMachinist]

The reason I have a steering wheel.............

The new Cub Cadet Tank has a steering wheel.

 

[diesel_nut]

Cool!

 

[MarkV]

Check your tire pressure, it makes a big difference. With 15 hours why not have the dealer fix it under warranty?

MarkV

 

[JTKub]

You can't beat the Z-force 48". A solid machine for the price. Love the serviceable hydros as well. Like said, with the uneven lap bars, sure sounds like a position adjustment issue.

Joel