54 mid mount mower deck grass cutting issue

[thatguy]

I have to ask the basics - and only know this from it happening to myself........

You say you cleaned the deck and changed the blades. Is it possible you might have installed the center blade upside down?

this was my first thought as well.. it has happened before and I have to double check the blade position every time i reinstall the blades on my 62D

Another thought - I am pretty sure that the 62D center blade doesnt operate from the belt - its directly connected to the shaft..

 

[KennyG]

Another thought - I am pretty sure that the 62D center blade doesnt operate from the belt - its directly connected to the shaft..

No, the gearbox is offset from center on the 62D and the belt drives all three spindles. You grease all three spindles with zerks on the top of the pulley and they are all exposed.

 

[netwayne]

I think I may try that (belt replacement) and see what kind of results I get. Haven't priced the belt so hoping it's not too pricey. Thanks for the posts guys!

 

[nc redneck]

Make sure the spring loaded pulley or belt tensioner works freely.

 

[jsb2b]

I think I may try that (belt replacement) and see what kind of results I get. Haven't priced the belt so hoping it's not too pricey. Thanks for the posts guys!

Stens 265-309 Belt Replaces John Deere M142997 129-Inch by-5/8-inch for $47.33 on Amazon is less than $80 JD wants for their belt!!!

 

[prosperity]

Stens 265-309 Belt Replaces John Deere M142997 129-Inch by-5/8-inch for $47.33 on Amazon is less than $80 JD wants for their belt!!!

After over 25 years working with Deere mowing equipment, the price for their belts is well worth it in my opinion.

 

[netwayne]

Stens 265-309 Belt Replaces John Deere M142997 129-Inch by-5/8-inch for $47.33 on Amazon is less than $80 JD wants for their belt!!!

Looks like the belt for your 62C is a little different than my 54C. I have an OEM M141627 which has a Stens equivalent of 265-308. That's quite a big difference in price. I will probably pick up the Stens belt and give that a try. I've always been pretty loyal to the brand but that's almost a 2 to 1 diff in price. Thanks for your post!

 

[thatguy]

No, the gearbox is offset from center on the 62D and the belt drives all three spindles. You grease all three spindles with zerks on the top of the pulley and they are all exposed.

I was just looking for this post - i had my mower of and realized i was wrong..

thanks