AboutJohn C. Bridgers Sr. Expertise 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 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.
Experience
Past/Present clients 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.
Question This is not an engine problem, but perhaps you can help anyway.
I need to remove the augers on the subject. After unbolting the end bearings, how do I disengage augers from their shafts?
Any help you can provide will be appreciated.
Thanks.
Answer Hello Ed:
No Worries. I Work on the Complete Equipment, Not Just the Engines. Usually, Heat and Plenty of Spray Lubrication is Required for First Time Removal. I Use PB Rust Catalyst and Liquid Wrench and Soak the Auger and Shaft Several Times Over 24hrs. Then Using a Small Propane Torch, Heat the Auger Along the Shaft and Tap the Auger Along the Shaft to Loosen the Rust and Dirt. Then Repeat the Process Until the Auger Slides Off the Shaft. You can Also Attach a Bearing Puller to the Auger and Apply Pressure Between the Shaft and Auger while Heating and Tapping. If this Does Not Work, Then you will Require a Real Torch and High Heat to Expand the Auger Away from the Shaft. Allow the Shaft and Auger to Air Cool 24 Hours Before Reassemby if High Heat is Used. When Reassembling, Clean All Components of Rust and Dirt. Use Never Seize on the Shaft to Help Prevent the Shaft and Auger from Seizing Again. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, http://jdpc.deere.com/jdpc/servlet/com.deere.u90490.partscatalog.view.servlets.H... and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Find. Then Select the Sectional File. Then Select the Section of the Mower you Wish to View Online. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.
