Oldarmy 113 #1 Posted April 3, 2017 So guys I am going to remove the deck on my new to me B80. I found this posting from several years ago. Good description btw. Two questions if I may. 1) does this posting refer to my tractor as well? 2) do I need to follow all of these steps to just remove the deck to service the spindles. I am not removing the deck all together so I'm wondering if there is a short cut for my purposes. Thanks gents. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,496 #2 Posted April 3, 2017 1) yes, it's the correct procedure for you B-80. 2) It would be easier to remove the deck to service the spindles, but you might be able to get to the grease fittings on the spindles to grease them. But, for best results, remove the deck to clean underneath the deck to remove any grass build up that will lead to corrosion problems. Also, it's a good time to resharpen the blades to provide a better overall cut. Use this opportunity to inspect all pulleys and belts for wear and tear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,021 #3 Posted April 3, 2017 Yes, definitely remove the belt guards and clean under the tensioning pulley system. This is a harbor for wet grass and corrosion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #4 Posted April 3, 2017 I should have been more specific my mistake. This tractor was just restored but PO did not replace one bad spindle so I must. The condition of the deck is as new. So, must I remove the mule drive and the PTO rod etc. etc. just to slide the deck out for this replacement? Can't I drop the deck and remove the belt only and get it out? Just asking as I am new to this. Seems like a lot of parts need to be removed and I thought this had a quick mount/ dismount setup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R. L. Addison 299 #5 Posted April 3, 2017 No need to remove idler system on front. Just loosen enough to remove belt from center spindle pulley and pull it out of the way, then drop mower from quik-tach and slide it out. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #6 Posted April 3, 2017 Nice just what I was hoping to hear thank you all for the time you have taken to respond. Heading out now to make my attempt lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #7 Posted April 3, 2017 (edited) Well I am back and I have the spindle in my hand part # 105074. Came apart quite easy but how the heck do I separate the spindle/bearing from the spindle housing? Do I need a press? There is a lot of slop in the bearing and no wonder it was so noisy. The other outside spindle has some play as well but nowhere as bad so my do them both while I'm at it. Center one seems to be the best of the three. Help me please lol. Edited April 3, 2017 by Oldarmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,032 #8 Posted April 3, 2017 See if this parts list matches your deck. Assembly "D" uses a bearing no longer available from Toro but Stens and Napa still have them. Also keep in mind the blades with a 5/8" x 3/4" double-D center hole are no longer available in most cases. Keeping your eyes open for later assemblies that use blades with a 3/4" center hole will get you past that problem. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #9 Posted April 3, 2017 5 minutes ago, gwest_ca said: See it this parts list matches your deck. Assembly "D" uses a bearing no longer available from Toro but Stens and Napa still have them. Also keep in mind the blades with a 5/8" x 3/4" double-D center hole are no longer available in most cases. Keeping your eyes open for later assemblies that use blades with a 3/4" center hole will get you past that problem. Garry Yes sir appears to be my deck and diagram D shows the spindle assembly. So do I knock the spindle out with a big azz hammer or do I nee a press? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOB ELLISON 2,980 #10 Posted April 3, 2017 (edited) Yes you have to either press it out or hammer it out. But be careful it will brake the housing because it is aluminum. Here is a post that might help. http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/topic/58970-deck-center-spindle-repair/#comment-544151 You may have to copy in Google. Edited April 3, 2017 by BOB ELLISON Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #11 Posted April 3, 2017 10 minutes ago, BOB ELLISON said: Yes you have to either press it out or hammer it out. But be careful it will brake the housing because it is aluminum. Here is a post that might help. http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/topic/58970-deck-center-spindle-repair/#comment-544151 You may have to copy in Google. Thank you Bob. My housings are made of cast iron so same procedure I assume. Will they also break if abused with a missed hit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOB ELLISON 2,980 #12 Posted April 3, 2017 (edited) Mine I had to hit with a hammer using a heavy hammer with a dead blow. What I mean is don't let the hammer bounce and when you hit it it should move. If it feels solid when hit that's when it will brake. If you have a vice like I do that's your best bet , and yes mine were also steel it is my 48" deck with aluminum houseing I just changed them also. Edited April 3, 2017 by BOB ELLISON Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #13 Posted April 3, 2017 20 minutes ago, BOB ELLISON said: Mine I had to hit with a hammer using a heavy hammer with a dead blow. What I mean is don't let the hammer bounce and when you hit it it should move. If it feels solid when hit that's when it will brake. If you have a vice like I do that's your best bet , and yes mine were also steel it is my 48" deck with aluminum houseing I just changed them also. Success came out after about ten blows. No part number just says (*** CANADA) in the rubber of the seal. But thanks to you guys I'm pretty sure it is a Sten part # 103119, true? Thanks again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOB ELLISON 2,980 #14 Posted April 3, 2017 (edited) Yes 103119 is the correct part number. There $18.00-$30.00 on ebay. I ordered all 3 and replaced them when l had the deck off but that's just me. Clean the housing out but if you use sand paper do it lightly. Good luck When you install new one don't pound it in like you pounded the old one out. Use a large socket or pipe that is the same size as the spindle hole .If you hit on the shaft you will destroy the bearings Edited April 3, 2017 by BOB ELLISON Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOB ELLISON 2,980 #15 Posted April 3, 2017 One other thing I forgot to mention. Make sure you put the new spindle in the same way as the old one. There is a long and short end to that spindle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #16 Posted April 3, 2017 Thank you kind sir. I shall be sure to follow your advise and also will replace them all while apart. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,032 #17 Posted April 3, 2017 We do have a photo of the instructions that came with the Toro bearing when they still had a supply. Notice it has a groove in the shaft and they want that end at the top. Replacements now may not have the groove. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oldarmy 113 #18 Posted April 3, 2017 Thanks Garry for posting these, especially the photo it will come in handy when I reassemble these. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
