BruceWard
Platinum Member
Hi,
Last year I purchased a G1800 mower. Unfortunately I hit a rock and broke one of the bolts that held one of the side blades on.
Yesterday I removed the deck in an attempt to replace the blades and had hoped I could drill out or otherwise remove the broken bolt. So far I have found that a half inch cordless impact and the combination of a long ratchet and a hammer have not budge the bolts from the two blades. I have drilled the broken bolt to 27/64" Unfortunately it has not budged either. I have left the deck upside down with PB blaster hopefully soaking in around the inaccessible bolts.
So now I am looking for advice on how to proceed. I would be most appreciative of any tips on how to free the stuck bolts and if there are any aftermarket sources for the 76505-34530 (Shaft Blade LH) part that I am trying to drill the broken bolt out of.
Also is important to use the $20 Kubota bolt to secure the blade or can I buy a bolt with the same thread from a hardware store?
I have attached a picture showing the broken bolt.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
I promise to clean up and lubricate the deck then replace the blades every year. These must have been on there for a very long time!
Last year I purchased a G1800 mower. Unfortunately I hit a rock and broke one of the bolts that held one of the side blades on.
Yesterday I removed the deck in an attempt to replace the blades and had hoped I could drill out or otherwise remove the broken bolt. So far I have found that a half inch cordless impact and the combination of a long ratchet and a hammer have not budge the bolts from the two blades. I have drilled the broken bolt to 27/64" Unfortunately it has not budged either. I have left the deck upside down with PB blaster hopefully soaking in around the inaccessible bolts.
So now I am looking for advice on how to proceed. I would be most appreciative of any tips on how to free the stuck bolts and if there are any aftermarket sources for the 76505-34530 (Shaft Blade LH) part that I am trying to drill the broken bolt out of.
Also is important to use the $20 Kubota bolt to secure the blade or can I buy a bolt with the same thread from a hardware store?
I have attached a picture showing the broken bolt.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
I promise to clean up and lubricate the deck then replace the blades every year. These must have been on there for a very long time!