Woods RM59-3 finish mower PTO shaft questions

[coss]

I just bought a Woods RM59-3 finish mower that is missing the front half of the PTO shaft (the tractor end).

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement?

If someone has an RM59, could you please measure the overall length of the PTO shaft, from the tip of the PTO coupling to the rear of the coupling on the mower? (Aftermarket shafts are listed by overall length, and I don't know what length I need).

Thanks.

 

[Boatman62]

You need to attach the mower to the tractor and then raise to what would give you the shortest measurement. Then get a shaft that is the next size shorter.

Edit: looks like you can buy the forward half. Says its 19.38"

Woods RM59-3 S/N 75 & Up Rearmount Finish Mower Parts Diagrams