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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 6/30/2007


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I need to replace the brake pads on this tractor.  There are two 3/8" bolts that appear to thread into the aluminum case of the Peerless transmission, and they won't budge.  I have hit them with PB blaster and heat with no luck.  Any ideas??

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Hello Doug:

Have you Hit the Bolt Caps with a Hammer and Pin Punch Yet? Using a Pin Punch and 5 Pound Shop HAmmer; Hit the Bolt Cap Straight on as if Driving a Nail. Do Not be Afraid to Hit it Hard. Now Try to Turn the Bolt Out. I have Found that with Steel Bolts in Aluminum a Good Jar will Usually Release the Aluminum from the Steel. Also Try Hitting the Breaker Bar While Trying to Turn the Bolt. It Sometimes Takes 2 People to Do this, so Get Someone you Trust if you are Holding the Breaker Bar and Socket. LOL. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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John C. Bridgers Sr.

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Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

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I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

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Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.

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I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.

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