probably a very dumb question.... the main drive spindle... at the front of the engine is not turning.. its not jammed.. I can turn it by hand.. the belt tensioners engage ok.. but as the spindle is not turning the bed doesn't cut...
Cub Cadet hds 3205 question....
- Thread starter flexmick
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OldMachinist
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Maybe the crankshaft pulley key is sheared.
OldMachinist
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I've never done it but it looks like the hood, side panels, muffler and pto assembly needs to come off to get to it.
thx.. when I manually turn the spindle it does turn the drive shaft to the bed... so its definitely something to do with the connection to the crank... but i don't have a diagram.. and am loathe to start dismantling and finding i can't finish.... I'm not the greatest mechanic.. although I do have a 53 land rover.. and manage to keep that going..