chev0545 234 #1 Posted August 11, 2020 got this 2000 314-8 jumps up when leaving the clutch out.is there some kind of adjustment for this? thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #2 Posted August 11, 2020 Are using a genuine Toro/Wheelhorse belt? you need a cloth wrapped belt for proper clutching. Also the factory clutch spring works best. make sure all of your linkages are free moving and not hanging up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,720 #3 Posted August 12, 2020 agree with BURNERMAN, on linkage hang ups, LUBRICATION DETAIL on every related piece , my horses have no problem at all with a 3 rd gear start , and zero roughness or sudden engagement . you might have a combination of belt issue and rusty movement points . don,t miss any movement point , aerosol lubricant and grease , will probably solve your issue, pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuneup 1,433 #4 Posted August 12, 2020 Agree, agree. My 125 has a kevlar covered belt and is super smooth. I never changed the PO belt on the 'mechanically sound' 120 - a regular mower belt and she's harsh to start - jerky mess. Like was just said, go over it thoroughly. There are plenty of neglected grease zerks and lube points...great find! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,769 #5 Posted August 12, 2020 Take a look at the right side foot rest, if it has been bumped in a little it can catch the clutch idler a little causing it to jerk, happened to mine. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
