Canopy How to Remove the TZ25DA Fender

[JagAlfaOwner]

I was cleaning my TZ25 after mowing and found my Fender had cracked on the rear seat bolt going out toward the fender. I priced a fender and it is up to $1,250.00 plus shipping. I need to remove my fender and take to get welded. So before I take on this task I was wondering if anyone has documented the steps. I am due for my 600 hour service also so I have the fluids and filters to replace. My questions are:

1) Do I need to remove the Mid Mount mower?
2) Do I need to remove the rear wheels? Mine are filled with fluid so I prefer not to remove.
3) Do I need to put it on Jack Stands?
4) Any tips or tricks to help?

On a viewing it looks like it is encased in a Tub as I cannot get to the bolts from the rear.

Any information, suggestions, pictures or "Don't do what I did and" will be greatly appreciated. I know I need to remove my Canopy and ROPS, I see some bolts mounting the Fender to the Flooring. Other than that I will be working blind.

Thanks

Al

 

[JagAlfaOwner]

Ok. I did it. it was easiest with he rear on Jack Stands. There were 6 bolts holfing the fender to the platform. Remove the ROPS seat (on a hinge) and tool box. Remove the handles and the 4 wheel lock handle. Mark the wires under the seat and rear and remove. Get someone to hold the handle and lift it up.

I had cracks the width of the bottom, around each Seat bolt running forward and sideways. It cost me $50.00 to have them welded and a cut sheet of metal the size if the seat bowl. The dealer had installed the New Holland patch and it lasted 12 years. I used it and the one that was cut sandwiched to the fender.
I hope it will not be a problem any more.

Al