There is a chance that it is the bad belt causing it to bog down like that. If there is a lot of stress on the PTO, it will make the engine run rough.

Just for ish and giggles, I'm currently mowing about 3 acres a week at my parent's new house with a Case Garden Tractor. Its only about 13 years old but the thing is a total piece compared to our 30 something year old Gravely. That thing still runs perfect after a good battery charge. Busted the front axle once and had it welded back together and haven't had a problem with since (about 6-7 years) Best ride-on I've ever used, doesn't seem like they make them like they used to.


Jake 96 T-Red SE V6