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driving up a hill?

512high ยท 2014-10-30 20:37

Hi Everyone, quick question. I have a 2011 John Deere 244J compact wheel loader, top end on flat ground 20 mph +/-, when I start to go up an incline or hill, it slows down. Should I be "playing" with the gas pedal or just keep the pedal to the metal so to speak?

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  1. #1Hardline2014-10-30 21:29

    The machine is hydro driven. Keep the rpms up and just let the pump and 2 spd drive motor do the work. JJ.