Rotary cutter repair

[coltbean]

My land pride rcr1860 has some slopnin the tail wheel yoke spindle. Anyone know the pipe ID? What hardness or type of pipe should I use to replace it with?

 

[mcfarmall]

Most likely you'll find both the I.D. of the pipe and the O.D. of the spindle worn to some extent and both might need attention to tighten it up.

 

[Smokeydog]

That particular joint is tolerant to considerable play. A good moly grease applied frequently helps.

2” brass shim stock0.010” Wrapped around the shaft top and bottom might extend the life before replacement is needed. Sometimes a washer top and bottom helps tighten vertical play helps too.
I’m all for making them last.