Rotary Cutter 2003 Behlen Country 72" rotary mower bought at auction. Need parts

[jvolock]

Bought a 2003 Behlen county 72" rotary mower at an auction yesterday that looked like it was almost brand new. The original paper sticker was still on the unit. Tried it out today and I can't the blades to lock down and in taking the nut off, there is a small "key" cut into the "bolt" that locks the "bolt" in place. Looks the the key had stripped out and there is no way to lock the down the blades in opposing positions. Anyone know where i can get replacement bolts as I haven't been able to find much on the net for dealers.

Appreciate any help anyone can provide.

 

[cmhyland]

Let's see some pics....

Regards,
Chris

 

[Rusty]

Try www.behlencountry.com or call 1-800-447-2751.

 

[jvolock]

Here are a few photos.

Let's see some pics....

Regards,
Chris

 

[dusty3030]

I don't understand what you mean by lock down in opposing positions
The nut should tighten down, but the blade should be free swinging.
Centrifugal forces makes them stay out.

 

[jvolock]

Rusty, I called today and unfortunately I was told they don't have an owners manual or parts for the mower deck I bought at the auction. I need to take the stump humper off to see the spline I have matches what Behlen currently sells and I'll be able to simply change out the stump humper and buy a couple new bolts, which I'm told they now use some type of square piece to prevent the blades from simply free spinning 360 degrees. I'll know tomorrow when I take the stump humper off whether this is going to be an easy fix or not.

 

[rtgt]

Typically the bolt has a key or spline to keep it (the bolt) from spinning and the blade is free to spin 360 degrees around the smooth part of the bolt near the head.

Never have seen a Behlen Country cutter though.....

 

[TomSeller]

. I need to take the stump humper off .

You mean stump jumper? My dog is a stump humper.