lhfarm
Veteran Member
Got the shaft off a very old (at least 35 years) 5' Bush Hog brand mower. The tractor end of the shaft was set up for a 1 1/8" spline and I need a 1 3/8 quick coupler. The mower end was keyed and had a bolt through the shaft too. Purchased a King Kutter replacement shaft - I matched the length and shaft sizes at TSC. The fit is perfect, except the shear bolt size. The new shaft has a 1/2" hole and the mower is 5/16".
Should I drill out the mower shaft (not going to be easy) or try to find a matching end (small shear bolt hole)?
Should I add a slip clutch (torque limiter?) between the mower shaft and the drive line?
Any suggestions appreciated.
Should I drill out the mower shaft (not going to be easy) or try to find a matching end (small shear bolt hole)?
Should I add a slip clutch (torque limiter?) between the mower shaft and the drive line?
Any suggestions appreciated.