Jumpy Hydro

[smitty316 24]

When I am going slow up a hill with my Charger 10 Hydro, it all of a sudden jumps to a faster speed. I looked at the linkage and it seems ok, but maybe just a small amount of play. Could this be the problem or is there something going on in the pump?

Thanks, Smitty

[smoreau 658]

Start with the basics, fluid level, lock bolts on the axles, and check the belt. if all are ok then make sure there are no cracks in the rear of the frame, I had one do the same thing and the frame would shift a little and change the speed.

[smitty316 24]

I changed the fluid and filter so I know they're good. I'll look at the frame. One person told me that they do this because of sloppy linkage. Mine has a little play, but not much. I don't know how much it takes to cause a problem.

Thanks, Smitty

[formariz 11,988]

I have an Electro 12 that acts somewhat similar. When it starts going uphill when on a slower speed it then speeds up a little bit but it is obvious that it is the governor "kicking in". When going downhill I do have to pull back on the lever since it always wants to speed up. It may just be a characteristic of the Hydro.I have never driven another one to be able to compare it. I got used to it but also wonder.It acts similar to a car with automatic transmission as opposed to one with a manual transmission.The manual transmission car is always "tight " while the automatic is more "free wheeling". Definitely very different from from the regular wheel horse transmission.One has always to regulate the speed with the lever.

I also would very much appreciate any input on other Hydro users on this matter.

[smitty316 24]

Thanks Cas,

This is more of a jump like it's all of a sudden catching. The governor doesn't rev the engine.