TractorGuy
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- John Deere 4310 CUT, Ford New Holland 575E Industrial Backhoe, John Deere F725 Front Mount Mower
I sheared the bolt on my brush cutter the other day and the shaft came off the gearbox and started framming around. Just thought I would pass a warning to all to make sure the snap ring is on your gearbox yokes.
I have had this mower for years and never sheared a bolt. Had no reason to remove the shaft. Shaft is 1-3/8" and nobody had a snap ring to fit locally. I had to order a 25 pack from McMaster Carr which cost $7 + $7 shipping. I'll have $14 invested in a 50 cent part but can't afford to not have it on there.
I'm pretty sure I got lucky and the shaft caused no damage. I hit the PTO button quick when I heard the noise. PTO shaft on tractor is running true and no leaks so hopefully it's just put the snap ring on and replace the shear bolt.
I have had this mower for years and never sheared a bolt. Had no reason to remove the shaft. Shaft is 1-3/8" and nobody had a snap ring to fit locally. I had to order a 25 pack from McMaster Carr which cost $7 + $7 shipping. I'll have $14 invested in a 50 cent part but can't afford to not have it on there.
I'm pretty sure I got lucky and the shaft caused no damage. I hit the PTO button quick when I heard the noise. PTO shaft on tractor is running true and no leaks so hopefully it's just put the snap ring on and replace the shear bolt.
