mule 550 shifting problem

[olbill]

I just bought a 550 mule (2004) and when I put it in gear it seems to grind more then it should. Should it be a smooth shift does the idle have anything to do with it? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Old Bill

[John Taylor]

To High of an idle speed will cause it to grind, and to low will cause a jerk when you throttle up. Just adjust your idle speed down to where your grinding is to a minimum. Check your manuel for idle adjustment. Hope this helps.

[olbill]

Originally Posted by John Taylor

To High of an idle speed will cause it to grind, and to low will cause a jerk when you throttle up. Just adjust your idle speed down to where your grinding is to a minimum. Check your manuel for idle adjustment. Hope this helps.

John, Thanks for the information I will try to set it up today. I just ordered a manual yesterday and should have it in a couple of days. Thanks again Bill

[olbill]

John is the mule motor suppose to run smooth? Mine seems to like pulsate slow then speed up and then slow again is this normal. First time I have owned a mule. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Bill

[John Taylor]

My mule runs smooth, you might have a slight carb problem, may be why idle was set high. If all else fails you can start your mule in gear by applying the brake and eliminate grinding since it's in gear already.

[olbill]

[quote=John Taylor;1820796]My mule runs smooth, you might have a slight carb problem, may be why idle was set high. If all else fails you can start your mle in gear by applying the brake and eliminate grinding since it's in gear already.[/QUOTEa]

John, Ok The guy I bought the mule from said he had some gas problems so he put in a new fuel pump and cleaned out the gas tank. I'm thinking the carb may have to be taken apart and cleaned. Thank you for your help. Bill