TSC slip-clutch

mgrick · Jul 13, 2003

I can't imagine anyone taking on the tractor end of the splined PTO shaft with a hack saw let alone while it's still on the tractor,not a lot of room to be cutting with a hack saw.Also as the post above pretty tough to cut thru.I think most of us know it's the implements PTO shaft that needs shortening,then again I suppose you never know.

5030 · Jul 13, 2003

Egon:

Next time you want to cut something like that, use a "Metabo" cut off wheel. They are made to fit angle grinders from 4.5" up to whatever. I use them for about everything from U bolts to socket head capscrews. I see that they are also made for masonry cutting too.

Egon · Jul 13, 2003

Haven't got an angle grinder.

Egon

Nelson · Jul 13, 2003

( I think most of us know it's the implements PTO shaft that needs shortening,then again I suppose you never know. )

Right, Mosts of us know. BUT... I am new to tractoring but not new to mechanical work and I had to stop and think what the heck was being said. Maybe what got me wondering is the reference to cutting off the end of the shaft. I guess with my green-horn thinking, I think the middle of the PTO shaft is what needs to be cut for shortening (the triangle part that slides over each other). PLEASE let me know if this isn't right 'cause I am only guessing. I only have 17 hours on my tractor. I have rented before but never used 3PH stuff before. Most of what I have learned about that is from TBN (TractorByNet). /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Henro · Jul 13, 2003

I can't imagine anyone taking on the tractor end of the splined PTO shaft with a hack saw let alone while it's still on the tractor,not a lot of room to be cutting with a hack saw. 

It's a simple problem to solve...

You just get down there and hold the hacksaw against the shaft where you want to make the cut, then have your wife or girlfriend start the tractor and engage the PTO...

Guess this is thinking outside of the envelope...or better said, thinking one's way into a coffin...

I AM JUST JOKING. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!

Gee, I don't even think this is funny...guess I'll post it anyway since I typed it...

Bird · Jul 13, 2003

( think the middle of the PTO shaft is what needs to be cut for shortening )

That's correct. If you'd like to see illustrated instructions, try looking at one of Bush Hog's owners manuals.

5030 · Jul 13, 2003

Egon:

Time to do a little shopping. A very handy tool.

5030 · Jul 13, 2003

Bill:

I can't believe you posted that. I hope no one takes you seriously but come to think of it, it would work. You'd have to wear safety glasses to keep the chips from getting your eyes as you'd be laying under................... /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

Bill:

I got it, you were sampling that new batch of home brewed beer when you typed the post, RIGHT?

Henro · Jul 13, 2003

Bill:

I got it, you were sampling that new batch of home brewed beer when you typed the post, RIGHT?


Well, I wasn't sure when I read the question...but I can assure you I Love my coffee in the morning...and seeing the time of the post...nope! Just good tasting coffee...cream, no sugar... /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

BXMMCC · Jul 17, 2003

You just get down there and hold the hacksaw against the shaft where you want to make the cut, then have your wife or girlfriend start the tractor and engage the PTO...
 

But if you do it that way, the spline will contact only a small part of the hacksaw blade - would you have to move the blade every once in a while?