1978 812 Gravely Clutch Question

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I recently bought a house that came with a 1978 Gravely 812. Knowing only what I learned 20+ years ago in Small Engine Repair, I was able to get this beauty running again! I am now having drive clutch issues. I can't get the gapping correct and I can't get it to stay in gear unless I hold the shift in forward or reverse.

I am desperate to find resources to teach me how to adjust, repair, and or replace this clutch. Can anyone help?

Thanks,
Dave

 

[hawkeye08]

You didn't indicate if you had manuals, you can get most here GravelyManuals.com - OldGravelys.info: :

I had that problem, fixed it several years ago but don't recall exactly what the issue was. It was most likely cleaning and adjustment.. I did have to replace clutches and bearings after abusing (constant back and forth mowing over ditch with front mower) mine one summer.

 

[mddorange]

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