SailorBob
Gold Member
I decided to use my cutter today after it has set up for about 2 years. When I tried to pull the shaft coupling out to attach it to the PTO shaft it would not budge. The shaft turns fine but it will not extend. I suspect the the grease has been washed out and rusted. I considered forcing it by pulling it with the tractor. However, I am afraid that it might damage the U-joints. I can't get to the sliding joint to free it up. The only thing that I can think of is to cut a hole in the plastic shield to spray some penetrating oil in there. Does anyone have any other ideas? I hate to damage the shield as they are pricey.