JD 62D mower deck wheel rod

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So in classic haste I got the tractor stuck with the deck still on it and as I pulled it out the decks front left wheel arm is now bent.
I got it out but the rod is pretty bent and wont adjust. Can i get a replacement or have to straighten it back ?

The dealer doesnt have it. :(
 
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Looks like this is my best bet..

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Any one had any luck straightening it ? what will be the best way to do it?
 
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I would just block up each end on some hard wood so the bend is up, then, carefully whack it with a sledge. Keep playing with it until it is straight.
 
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ruffdog said:
I would just block up each end on some hard wood so the bend is up, then, carefully whack it with a sledge. Keep playing with it until it is straight.
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I will give that a try before I order the new rod. Should I heat it up first?
 
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Heat? Not for that minor bend. Don't whack it too hard as it is weaker than you think. It is missing lots of metal because of all the holes.
 
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Sounds good, thanks
ruffdog said:
Heat? Not for that minor bend. Don't whack it too hard as it is weaker than you think. It is missing lots of metal because of all the holes.
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So after whacking away and not getting a result, I improvised.
Extended both ends with 3ft black gas pipe and wedged it between a V of a tree and with my son the opposite end I was able to straighten it out with a couple of tugs..easy as that :)
 
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