Farmer495
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No, my bale shaft is CV on tractor end and regular one on gear box end.
Who runs a CV joint on their PTO shaft
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No, my bale shaft is CV on tractor end and regular one on gear box end.
5030
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They are NOT cheap by a long shot and I'd dread replacing one, which is why I keep mine greased. and never drive at an angle greater than about 75 degrees under load. I 'manage, my end row turns carefully.
jimglassford
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I am not familiar with the configuration of joints on your mower. If there are two joints on the same shaft, are they phased correctly?
ruffdog
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CV joints can handle more angle without having a phase issue. Regular u-joints need 2 joints with equal opposite angles to be in phase.
oosik
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I've had two vehicles with CV/double Cardan joints on their driveshafts. They are NOT cheap. They do not like mud, ash, road salt, etc. If you do install one - keep it WELL lubricated, as 5030 has reemphasized. Limit your turn angles.
Believe me - you WILL know when a CV joint is getting ready to blow.
Believe me - you WILL know when a CV joint is getting ready to blow.
