Z-Force Help

[TurnipTruck]

Greetings,

I have a 2008 Z-Force 48. All has been well since new.

During the last few cuts, it seems that the lap bars have become very sensitive. If I hit a bump, the slightest movement of the bars drastically affect the movement of the machine.

The back and forth of the machine and me can look like a teenager trying to drive a manual transmission for the first time.

I don't think it's my imagination. Any ideas?

Thanks.

[cubfan]

Im not real familiar with those,but have you ever done a hydraulic fluid and filter change?A 2008 model would definately be due one.If not take a look at all of the linkage just to make sure something doesn't have a stick wedged somewhere or even clogged grass hung up in the linkage.

[TurnipTruck]

Cool. Thanks for the tip. I will look into both of those items.

[Cub Cadet 123]

Originally Posted by cubfan

Im not real familiar with those,but have you ever done a hydraulic fluid and filter change?A 2008 model would definately be due one.If not take a look at all of the linkage just to make sure something doesn't have a stick wedged somewhere or even clogged grass hung up in the linkage.

I agree. I have a commercial 2008 z 48 and I know that there are adjustment screws/bolts at the base of the handles. I only have about 65 hrs. on mine, so mine hasn't encountered any sensitivity issues, but the fluid would be a great place to start.

Cub Cadet 123