JD 609 mower

[buzzboy77]

I need to replace gearbox bearings. Having a very hard time removing blade holder from bottom output shaft. Any suggestions on how to get the blade holder to release from the shaft?

 

[Tx Jim]

I'd suggest using a torch and a 2 jaw puller plus some caressing with a big hammer

 

[pmsmechanic]

I have a 509 and got the blade holder off just by thoroughly heating the hub with a torch and beating on a heavy bar with a hammer through the bolt hole on top of the deck. I put the blade holder back on coated with never seize.