John Deere Rotary Cutter - MX6

[hegemimh]

The output shaft on my MX6 rotary cutter broke and is stuck in the stump jumper attachment. When I look at the manual/part diagram, it appears that I should be able to drive the broken shaft with a sledge back out towards the broken side. I have not been able to do so. The cutter is about 9 years old and in relatively good shape. My plan is to replace the gear box as it appears cheaper than purchasing a new shaft and rebuilding the gear box (which is beyond my skill set), but I don't want to move this direction until I'm able to remove the old shaft. Has anyone experienced this or have recommendations on how to remove it?

 

[Hoss710]

Have you tried to heat up that green sling ring and seeing if you can pull it off . or try using a center drive to put a pilot hole as close to center if possible. then use a 2 or 3 jaw pulley puller to remove the green ring.