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Deck level/guide wheels

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Alan

09-26-2003 07:51:15




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I have a Craftsman lawn tractor that does not have the side guidwheels. Even though I level the deck, I still get the slightly uneven cut. It especially happens when I make turns. I have noticed that my deck has upturned flanges toward the back. The flanges have what appear to be two bolt holes. I assume that this deck is probably used on the mowers that come equipped with guidewheels. IS it feasible to think that I might be able to add the guidewheels? Do the guidewheels help to keep the deck level when cornering or going over a slight indentation in the yard? Any advice would be appreciated.

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Lou

09-28-2003 20:53:46




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
When I said rigidly mounted I meant that the mower on your tractor.is supported solely by the tractor chassis and its height above the ground as you drive is therefore determined by the tractor wheels. The support structure keeps the deck parallel to the chassis. If you can tilt the deck easily with your foot, the linkage is worn. On my Simplicity and Speedexes, the mower is supported in front by a flexible coupling and in the rear by adjustable wheels so that it can rise, fall and tilt to follow the contour of the ground regardless of how the tractor bounces. Unless the linkage is very sloppy on your machine you have very little rise, fall ant tilt to work with. If your yard is flat and smooth, you should get a nice cut but you may have to pump up the rear tires so that the rear axle stays parallel to the ground.

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Mac

09-26-2003 16:12:31




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
Go here,>Link
Probably an option.



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Lou

09-26-2003 16:05:50




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
Sears mowers I have do not have guide wheels because the mower decks are rigidly mounted and do not move with respect to the tractor frame except when the height is changed manually. This is typical of low cost mowers. Guide wheels would bind up the linkage as you ride over uneven ground.



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Alan Peel

09-26-2003 17:46:17




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 Re: Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Lou, 09-26-2003 16:05:50  
The deck isnt really rigidly mounted per say. It has adjustment bolts to level the sides as well as the front and back. You can push the deck up and down several inches side to side. There is also the adjustment lever to raise and lower the deck manually for cutting height. I think i will mosey into Sears tomorrow morning and just look at the ones with and without the wheels and see if there is much difference.

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Mac

09-26-2003 10:42:42




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
Think it depends on what mower cost new. Mine have the wheels and mulch cover. Neighbor bought a new one but was about 100$ or so cheaper than mine, same frame and deck. But no wheels or mulching deck cover. Wheels and hardware are about 50 bucks and a DIY project. I wouldnt be without them. (ya gotta watch sears sometimes on the sales items, they leave stuff off to compensate for lower price) and you think you are getting a deal.

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Alan Peel

09-26-2003 10:47:13




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 Re: Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Mac, 09-26-2003 10:42:42  
Gotta love Sears huh? I imagine that they use the same deck irregardless of the mower. I figured I could add the wheels myself. I mainly wonder if the wheels would help to give a more even cut on the slight slopes etc in the yard.



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Mac

09-26-2003 13:12:15




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 Re: Re: Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan Peel, 09-26-2003 10:47:13  
Wouldnt be without them. Adjust them correctly and they should help considerably. Keeps deck from wobbling up and down. I sure can see a diff. between mine and neighbor who does not have them.



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john669

09-26-2003 08:40:23




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
check tire pressure, because of my weight I had to add more air pressure to the rear tires on my mower, the pressures they give in the manuals is for average ,about 130 to 145 lb. person, at 260lb. it was not enough, may not apply to you, just trying to help



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pdi man

09-26-2003 08:22:55




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
check your tire pressure. scalping in turns is usually due to body roll.



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clifford c benjamin

09-26-2003 08:11:44




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 Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to Alan, 09-26-2003 07:51:15  
there should be two guide wheels on that deck there were never put on or there were taken off at some time what model is the tractor. the first three no. is the mfg. like this 917-is a a.y.p. american yard products tractor.536-noma tractor.247- mtd tractor.model#917-253591 for a example serial no.



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Alan Peel

09-26-2003 08:48:40




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 Re: Re: Deck level/guide wheels in reply to clifford c benjamin, 09-26-2003 08:11:44  
It is a 917-272352. It has the bolts on top of the deck that you turn to level the deck. To the other gentleman, I go 240, so what you say also makes sense.



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