[Tool Maker]

My 126 runs like a top and uses ZERO oil between changes. But when I back it out of my shed and start driving it up my "steep" back yard she starts losing rpm's before I reach the top. While pushing snow a couple of weeks ago I kind of noticed when I was really pushing a big load. I am no small engine mechanic by any means but hear is my thinking: Using no oil means rings are ok???? I am thinking governor or possibly something else??? I played with the governor once before and got it a little better. You guys have any ideas? My 149 revs up a whole lot higher than my 126 and in my opinion the 126 should rev up higher than the 149. The 149 revs so high at full throttle compared to the 126 the 149 scares me thinking it may blow. I have had the 126 a couple of years now and it never has used a drop of oil but never seemed to rev very high compared to other tractors I have had. I am searching for some possible idea's of things to look at this weekend and any advice or opinions will be greatly appreciated. I am at work and writing this post very fast so please excuse any bad spelling or wording.