Are front wheel drive lawn mowers good?
Front-wheel-drive (FWD) mowers are good for level terrain. Since the drive wheels are in front, they allow you to tip up and turn the mower more easily than some other drive systems. Rear-wheel-drive (RWD) mowers provide more traction at the center of the mower, helping you mow hilly terrain more easily.
How do I know if my lawn mower transmission is bad?
When working properly, the drive belt powers the transmission, and the wheels turn. To check the transmission, carefully watch the transmission when the engine is running. If the pulley is spinning, and the wheels aren’t turning, the transmission is bad.
Which lawn mower is better front or rear-wheel drive?
Generally speaking, rear-wheel drive gives you more traction and makes it easier to mow a straight line. Front-wheel drive models tend to be less expensive and can be more maneuverable because you can easily tip the mower onto its back wheels to stop or change directions.
How does a front-wheel drive lawn mower work?
As the name implies, the front wheels on the mower of a front-wheel drive are the ones that propel the mower. The power of the wheels pulls the mower along as they turn. Front-wheel drive mowers are best suited to flat terrain and not yards that contain hills, valleys and steep inclines.
Do lawn mower wheels need to be replaced?
Lawn mower tires and wheels sometimes need to be replaced because of worn bushings, low tread, or broken hubs. Before you being this project, make sure you have the correct size replacement mower wheel. Check your operator’s manual to find out which lawn mower wheel is right for your machine.
What is the advantage of large rear wheels on a lawn mower?
The larger diameter of the bigger wheels makes it easier for them to roll over any imperfections rather than butting up against a bump or dropping into a slight depression. On anything other than a perfectly smooth level surface that will make the mower easier to push and it will make them easier to turn.
