A 48” wh deck

[AHS 1,440]

I got the 48” deck with my 414 for $300.... so.. $300 for the tractor, $00 for the deck... ok, so the more and more I look at it; everything is welded on! The blades.. 2 of them are welded on, the spindles.. 2 of them are broken right in half (there is 2 bolts holding them on instead of 4), no belt, the deck needs to be welded (rust holes), the front wheel is welded on, the deck is bent around it, so it will not cut level.... $$$$ is what pops into my head! I’m thinking just to hold onto it for parts.... I mean what’s good used 48” deck gonna cost me? $300?

[The Tuul Crib 7,336]

I had one that was kind of the same way someone went a little slaphappy with the welder. And there are some people that should not even own one if you know what I mean. Looks like one of your spindle hubs is rotted and those can be a little pricey finding one. Someone here on Red Square is found to have a deck in decent shape for sale

[Goldnboy 910]

 

45 minutes ago, The Tool Crib said:

I had one that was kind of the same way someone went a little slaphappy with the welder. And there are some people that should not even own one if you know what I mean. Looks like one of your spindle hubs is rotted and those can be a little pricey finding one. Someone here on Red Square is found to have a deck in decent shape for sale

I agree that some people shouldn't  own a welder and this is a good example.  If your going to weld the a nut on a shaft a simple tack weld or two will suffice.  

[peter lena 8,583]

just be on the hunt and look around , you might find one that is not too bad. strongly recommend a thorough look over , especially bottom side for neglect and rotting grass build up. even if you had to rebuild the spindles , getting a rot free deck is worth it. done a few of them , not too bad. rotting w/h decks made me a fanatic on rustproofing them and oil soaking the bottom side to preserve deck.  also use LUCAS RED AND TACKY GREASE  in the spindles for very solid and quiet running. i prefer the r/d decks , as they don,t build up like the s/d decks do , bigger opening  more discharge. hope you find one , good luck , pete 

[AHS 1,440]

1 hour ago, peter lena said:

just be on the hunt and look around , you might find one that is not too bad. strongly recommend a thorough look over , especially bottom side for neglect and rotting grass build up. even if you had to rebuild the spindles , getting a rot free deck is worth it. done a few of them , not too bad. rotting w/h decks made me a fanatic on rustproofing them and oil soaking the bottom side to preserve deck.  also use LUCAS RED AND TACKY GREASE  in the spindles for very solid and quiet running. i prefer the r/d decks , as they don,t build up like the s/d decks do , bigger opening  more discharge. hope you find one , good luck , pete 

I mean, that’s the here in Maine, as we have long winters, and snow and more snow! Rotting from grass build up... WH decks are hard to find...here in Maine!! I think I have three spindles that are off an old 42” SD deck. Just like you said @peter lena oil soaking the bottom side of them!! Whatever it takes to keep from getting rust holes in it! 

[Stepney 2,325]

Decks are hard to find here in Maine ....

That being said, I hoard them and I'm in Maine too.

If your looking for a rebuild-able 48", drop me a line. I have 3 or 4 of them. Atleast 2 that are more or less solid and straight, with just a few soft spots around the discharge.
Also have a good spare complete set of running gear. I like my 48"s and run them often.

I often buy a whole tractor just for the deck haha. 

Edited February 24, 2020 by Stepney

[Super-C 4 me 612]

I have a plethora of decks right now

I think i have 5-6 48"

3-4 42"

and 1- 36"

 

I'm in Mass but often go to Sebago lake

Message me if your interested

 

Brian

 

 

[peter lena 8,583]

AHS, sounds like you have a couple of members above with possible decks, this is my rustproofing ,  hope you make out , pete

 

[JoeM 7,871]

7 hours ago, AHS said:

The blades.. 2 of them are welded on

That is a new one for me. Just beats the daylights out of me how someone could think that is safe? 

That might even prompt a call to the tractor police! 

[AHS 1,440]

9 hours ago, TractorJunkie said:

That is a new one for me. Just beats the daylights out of me how someone could think that is safe? 

That might even prompt a call to the tractor police! 

I know!!

[AHS 1,440]

11 hours ago, peter lena said:

AHS, sounds like you have a couple of members above with possible decks, this is my rustproofing ,  hope you make out , pete

 

That is the way to go!!👍😁

[AHS 1,440]

I just got the score of a lifetime! Wheel weights, 4 link v bar chains, a mule drive and incomplete 42” RD. The linkage is broken on the back of the deck. And cracked around a bolt..no big deal. A lot better shape than the 48”! Oh and I forgot to mention that I got the package for $50!!😁👍

[AHS 1,440]

Just started to work on it! The spindles are a bit dry... they  bearings move, but they are a bit dry!

[Stepney 2,325]

Those spindles rebuild easily. I have a few parts 42RD's if you can't weld that bracket yourself.

[AHS 1,440]

16 minutes ago, Stepney said:

Those spindles rebuild easily. I have a few parts 42RD's if you can't weld that bracket yourself.

I was wondering if a 42” SD was the same as a rear discharge... I mean the bracket? Ok, so you can just buy those bearings? Just the top and bottom? @Stepney   The 42” SD is my dads, full of rust holes... but otherwise it’s all set... the towers have good bearings and the bracket is all set. (All whole!)

[Stepney 2,325]

There were two different sets of bearings. Someone may come along sooner than I will get home tonight before I check my books, but measure the diameter of both ends of your spindle shafts, also having a woodruff key makes a difference in which bearing you need.. if I remember. Have done a few dozen but can never quite remember.

There's a circlip on the bottom bearing, and I think one at the top too. They will tap out with some oil and persuasion. 

I don't think the carrier frames are the same between the SD and RD.

Save those spindle housings off any scrap deck if they are serviceable. They aren't cheap..

[tom2p 2,394]

3 hours ago, AHS said:

Just started to work on it! The spindles are a bit dry... they  bearings move, but they are a bit dry!

you done good - deck looks fairly solid !

 

[AHS 1,440]

Ya! I’m guessing a mid 80’s to 90’s deck?? It doesn’t have The reinforced bottom edge, the ribbing at the bottom.... what year did they do that? The only place that needs some work, on the deck is right in front of my drill...cracked around the bolt. The deck is already half stripped, so I might as well finish stripping it and paint the top and de rust the bottom. @tom2p

[AHS 1,440]

21 hours ago, Stepney said:

Those spindles rebuild easily. I have a few parts 42RD's if you can't weld that bracket yourself.

I would like it used. Not broken in half and welded! So, if you have the rear right one, please. I guess, send the piece up here. Here are some pics. On RedSquare, I will send you the address.

[AHS 1,440]

20 minutes ago, AHS said:

I would like it used. Not broken in half and welded! So, if you have the rear right one, please. I guess, send the piece up here. Here are some pics. On RedSquare, I will send you the address. @Stepney

 

[AHS 1,440]

My mail is screwy! Oh well, 😁. Have you got the part @Stepney

[JaysHorse 287]

I may have that there bracket

[JaysHorse 287]

Looks like mine are just the opposite. The height assume that was on the opposite sides yours are. Even got 2 spindles and a fresh set of blades. Oops I got the other side. 🤣

Edited March 6, 2020 by JaysHorse