8:40 Tip #2: Use anti-seize when reinstalling the blade adapter. It will save you, or someone else a lot of time and effort in the future! Great video Don!
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
yes absolutely!
@shabadoo242 жыл бұрын
Give the end of the crank shaft a rub with fine sandpaper, same with the inside of the adapter
@wildbill23c2 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea, if you do it right after you unbox the mower...99% of these adapters are never taken off the engine for the life of the mower unfortunately.
@stevewilliams66672 жыл бұрын
As a small engine mechanic of 35 years,see this all the time.Recently had a stubborn adapter I eventually cut a v in it with cutting disk and split it with chisel.Yes tried heat and have all the pullers.Another tip be careful grass can ignite on underside of deck and check gas did not leak out before ignite torches as fumes can ignite.I used an old pair of flame retardent coveralls and wrap around carb and engine if working around torches or welding blanket will do the same.Always have fire extinguisher nearby also.Great tips Donny.
@Gordon_L2 жыл бұрын
It's often helpful to hit the hex end of the puller screw thread when tight , a few sharp raps then see if you can get another half turn , rinse and repeat , useful if no heat source handy . Also oxy / propane is a cheaper alternative to oxy acetylene , good for heating and cutting steel , not good for silver solder or brazing .
@canoetipper0192 жыл бұрын
Hi Donyboy, That looks like a Uniweld cutting attachment (I was a welding equipment repair tech in another life time...lol) A tip I picked up when I started out as a Heavy Equipment Repair Tech (fancy title for diesel mechanic I guess): A welder suggested putting a water soaked shop towel around the shaft before welding on or heating bearings etc. The water will evapotate from the towel but it will also keep the heat away from your seals. Just thought I would share with you whatwas shared with me. Cheers from NB
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
thanks for the tip!
@carlmiller10342 жыл бұрын
Great video Don! The right tools make the job so much easier!. The "Heat" wrench can be a huge time saver. Thanks for showing both puller techniques as well. Have a great upcoming weekend!
@robertmailhos81592 жыл бұрын
Just food for thought you could also wrap a soaking wet rag around the engine out put shaft to keep the oil seal from getting hot while you use heat up the blade adapter
@tinytreepublishing83832 жыл бұрын
That sounds like an excellent idea. Cheap and effective!
@robertmailhos81592 жыл бұрын
@@tinytreepublishing8383 yeah buddy 😎👍
@jimmyhuffman68022 жыл бұрын
Another reason not to store your lawn equipment outside in the weather.
@franklaskus23952 жыл бұрын
Did it all the time doing plumbing and hvac
@jimmyhuffman68022 жыл бұрын
@@franklaskus2395 you want to talk about doing time.
@7eis2 жыл бұрын
If the puller keeps sliding off the bolt, you can slide a piece of pipe over to keep them from slipping off
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
good tip, thanks!
@JeffinTD2 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I’ve found an air hammer can sometimes work wonders in situations like this.
@howardnutt77110 ай бұрын
Thanks for post Donyboy .. only guy adventurous and caring to post seizure. Thanks from Aussi the land down under 😅
@robbflynn43252 ай бұрын
Thanks. The harmonic puller method worked. Used my impact wrench on it. Ended up bending the frame of the puller but it was a cheapo one I had lying around. Will try and straighten it up.
@barrypettit36682 жыл бұрын
Good video Don, Hard to believe someone would let their deck rot out. Keep the videoes coming
@josephrich60142 жыл бұрын
Good video on how to use pullers and if needed heat. I usually rap the puller bolt a few times to shock the shaft.
@deanmoore4202 жыл бұрын
Hey That’s one of the first investment I ever did bought torches in a good welder
@999thenewman2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done. Now you have two good used engines.
@metoon30922 жыл бұрын
Good video sir, always helpful info. Honda mowers, - _not a fan_ .
@kenhilson7862 жыл бұрын
I have used the knife type bearing pullers on them. I use bolt that threads into pto but put wrench on it so it doesn't turn with puller.
@lilo24692 жыл бұрын
Opinions, imo your skills are of value and the mark of a true Professional, NOTE will send bigger hat if needed 🤣
@stevesmith6058 Жыл бұрын
That was real nice how you took that off you got some real good channels I like them all keep them coming Donnie
@TheLawnmowerLady2 жыл бұрын
I just had a similar rusted out deck, Mapp gas worked for me getting the adapter off, but I broke all three bolts holding the engine to the deck, despite lots of penetrating oil and heating the bolt heads. 😥 Today I try welding nuts to the broken studs. 😎 I've been eyeing an oxy torch to buy, this video might have pushed me over the edge. Thanks for the video.
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
it's a necessary evil in the shop!
@byronwoolfrey10392 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, nice to see it's not just i who runs into that kind if trouble, 😆 ONLY thing was when I used the heat it caught the dry grass on fire 🔥 . Good to keep a bucket if water handy. Isn't it gut wrenching to see such a nice mower gone to pieces just because of lack of a little care. I had one in exactly the same condition last month. No need of it, my push mower is 20 yrs old and the deck is as good as new. Have a good wknd
@vvegas92212 жыл бұрын
I used to use 2 torches in mechanical room air handlers to remove large blower wheels. get that hub cherry red. start spinning by hand & off it comes every time !
@akdouglas66332 жыл бұрын
Impact really helps
@Holmesy896 ай бұрын
Thanks mate. Will be trying the Map gas torch tomorrow. Swapping a newer Briggs onto an older good quality deck (Masport) but the blade adaptor is different (donor is a different brand)
@charlievanor2 жыл бұрын
Liked your video. Always professional. But I watch folks using pullers using a bolt, and it is so much better to use an allen bolt with a pointed puller. Just saying
@rameshpersaud71312 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for thinking about us
@jeremiahmnjohnson3 ай бұрын
Your a g dam genius
@37yearsofanythingisenough392 жыл бұрын
If ever there was a place on a small engine for the application of antisieze it is the pto end of the crankshaft.
@nickigilbert72952 жыл бұрын
I'm on my daughter's KZbin account. To help keep the puller from walking off the head of the bolt I just put a hose clamp on the end of the puller or the head of the bolt, which ever is bigger. Just make sure part of the hose clamp acts as a lip so the head of the bolt can't go past the hose clamp lip. Or so the puller can't walk past the hose clamp lip.
@slpip4365 Жыл бұрын
I would use a pull hammer for car bodywork to take off the adapter.
@vetterfellow2 жыл бұрын
I own oxy/acetylene tanks and gages, haven't used them in about 20 years. I know the tanks have to be exchanged. I use propane gas or it's hotter Cousain map gas whichever is closes to me. Thank you for a wonderful how-to video, God Bless !!!.
@j8346010 ай бұрын
Seems like they stopped making Mapp gas
@mrfood34Ай бұрын
Are blade holders a standard size can you use them from other makes like honda and brings?
@billlovett42562 жыл бұрын
Nice video, hello from Ottawa. Bill
@petelugo268110 ай бұрын
Outstanding video! Thanks.
@donyboy7310 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@raymondmazza23382 жыл бұрын
You want a clean deck as well. Residual grass and weeds can ignite when using a heat source. Not everyone thinks of everything before diving into a job
@thephreak2151 Жыл бұрын
Is it possible to weld the shaft? My blade adapter broke and took a chunk out by where the key from the blade adapter goes.
@georgenesbeth87423 ай бұрын
Donyboy I have a craftsman push lawnmower I lost my manual and having a very hard time getting a replacement blade adopter every where I go the adopter is too small my mower is 6 years old
@ashleybruton7076 Жыл бұрын
Best video thankyou very helpful
@dontupdateifitworks.424 Жыл бұрын
GOOD VIDEO & KNOWLEDGE! 😀
@jesterr7133 Жыл бұрын
If we do not have a torch, what are some other methods we can use to break them loose?
@paulmorrey7332 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don
@michaelspencer3012 жыл бұрын
Excellent job ! We call them Smoke Wrenches! Lol
@donxiong177511 ай бұрын
Wait a min🤔Do the threads on the adapter go all the way through where the bolt holds the blade? If so I mean I'd just get a really long bolt with the same thread pitch and call it a day
@timweb15102 жыл бұрын
Keep em coming
@mikespain86552 жыл бұрын
Just broke a pulley on self-propelled mower I am doing an engine swap on. Using a 2 jaw pulley. I need some torches or MAPP gas at minimum. Propane doesn't get hot enough.
@joebaucom4537 Жыл бұрын
Great !
@woodenbeast93372 жыл бұрын
Very helpful
@mscir2 жыл бұрын
Well done.
@jameshedrick6052 жыл бұрын
I've come across some that i had to use a cut off grinder on
@lovestihlquality1369 Жыл бұрын
Where can I find the the fireproof sneakers?😃 Great video as always..
@chucklantz49562 жыл бұрын
unrelated question. How much clutch drum end play should one expect? I've kept a 32cc craftsman whacker alive for 10 years (on acreage) and just replaced clutch assy & drum. When the drum center screw is tightened I still find just under 1/4" of back and forth play. Is this normal? thanks Donny!
@harrygrimley43522 жыл бұрын
Yep. Nice job
@liljoeii60912 жыл бұрын
Thanks you for video
@mobileterminaluzer18582 жыл бұрын
I prefer safety squints.
@jeffreybaker74062 жыл бұрын
Donny, I’m in a bit of a pickle. I’m fixing a 2005 Craftsman 55cc Incredi-pull chainsaw 316350840 for a buddy. The oil pump 9228-310208 worm gear is stripped and the housing is cracked at the set screw. I can’t find it anywhere because it’s been discontinued. I’d hate to junk a perfectly running saw over this. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!
@dontupdateifitworks.424 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!😉
@Ron-ds2ob2 жыл бұрын
Before I would resort to the torch, I would have given the center bolt of the puller a few moderate hits with a hammer to try and pop it off. Or I would hit it with an impact, which usually pops them off. I don't like fire, dead grass, and the crank seal so close together.
@shannongrim72122 жыл бұрын
Looking for ms290 complete motor how much?
@tedbrewer78472 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t heating it that much damage the crank seal?
@bitchybecca5753 ай бұрын
I c your puller has a flat surface does that part screw onto the bolt or is it all one piece and if I had to replace the bolt for whatever reason how would you do so with a flat end
@bitchybecca5753 ай бұрын
I am working on a project but I have a three jaw puller and it has a screw type thing on the end I have a double pulley on my engine
@TheWaterman10002 жыл бұрын
Just removed a broken bolt out of the shaft. Would be interested in seeing how you would do it.
@DaddyBeanDaddyBean2 жыл бұрын
I wipe a light little film of axle grease on the shaft and all the contact surfaces between the adapter, blade, and bolt.
@cribbage16862 жыл бұрын
Good video.
@brendan58462 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a ms260 that’s leaking a ton of bar oil under the clutch cover. Any ideas what it could be?
@dfields9511 Жыл бұрын
Could you use a propane torch? If you don’t have access to the others ?
@justincase22812 жыл бұрын
It saves your bacon, and you could cook some bacon with it too. I like bacon.😄 Seriously, I'd like to see a video on how you would put a new adapter ON the crankshaft, especially if it's a tight fit and doesn't want to go on with a few light taps. I've put a few onto various mowers by replacing the keys and greasing up the end of shaft if the adapter was stubborn. Then I've had a couple that just didn't want to go on without a few good whacks, but then you run the risk of screwing up the end bearings and seals. Didn't have a torch, but luckily everything went together okay, but it would be interesting to see how YOU would do it. Anyway good vid and much appreciated. 👍
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
i would sand the shaft or use a flap disc on a grinder
@justincase22812 жыл бұрын
@@donyboy73 Hey Dony. Thanks for personally replying. I'll keep your suggestion in mind if I have a problem putting an adapter on a shaft. Nice of you to take the time. Appreciated.👍
@wilkie41422 күн бұрын
A set of hydraulic pullers would have been very good in this situation.
@PatHiggins-Mayo2 жыл бұрын
Aw Dony, you ruined the body of the mower with your boot.. Surely good enough for 2 more seasons, hehehe 😉
@rondavis1912 жыл бұрын
i like these videos lots better than daves. just sayin
@themowerman2 жыл бұрын
I use map gas.. works well too.. did you try it because I see you had some in the background
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
yes but wasn't hot enough for these!
@rumbletumblestumble3 ай бұрын
what about that main seal on the motor ?
@rumbletumblestumble3 ай бұрын
oh, idk man.
@stoolie102 жыл бұрын
Good morning Don, I’ve dealt with a few of those stubborn blade adapter removals, can be challenging at times but helps to have the right tools. Any tips for removing engine mounting bolts to the deck. I often can’t get the bolts loose and they want to break easily. Not fun extracting broken bolts from the engine.
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
sometimes I heat the part on the engine where bolts g through but be careful because it can melt if using oxy-ace torches!
@charlesoverton Жыл бұрын
That is not map gas. I recognize that cut off tip.
@mr1pearl2 жыл бұрын
🥓🥓 saved cool !
@xmanb81932 жыл бұрын
👍
@wayneessar74892 жыл бұрын
Not for the HRX217 I guess?
@Anto-kz5hk10 ай бұрын
Barrido
@charlesoverton Жыл бұрын
That seal is over heated.
@fredsanford3369 ай бұрын
I'm poor so I had to use a Bic lighter, It took forever:(
@dontupdateifitworks.424 Жыл бұрын
PENETRATING OIL( LIQUID WRENCH) & REMOVE EVEY SHARPENING & ADD A SAFTEY WIRE/ PIN & LUBE - FOREVER 😀😘 OR - FILL THE GAS TANK & YOU'LL NEVER HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN?🤫😭
@carlsmallmotors11142 жыл бұрын
How much are those torches
@37yearsofanythingisenough392 жыл бұрын
Go to a welding supply store such as Airgas and check into what is commonly called a “plumbers pack” if all you intend to do is occasionally heat something up. They are small light weight tanks in a carrier you can hand carry anywhere. Before the introduction of PEX tubing for water lines plumbers used them for sweating copper tubing together in a house. The two tanks are for oxygen and acetylene same as shown. Some supply houses are only refilling their own tanks now, so be careful where you buy them.
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
without tanks, $350 canadian
@Pete.Ty12 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@charlesoverton Жыл бұрын
You are using the cutting torch. Watch out. Don't you have a no. 2 tip.
@rgamore2 жыл бұрын
Too much heat, you ruined the crankshaft seal on the engine. Use less heat and tap the head of the puller bolt with a hammer, might have to do this a couple times. If your not saving the engine, then burn away!!!!!!
@100vg2 жыл бұрын
Sorry, but I don't think an oxygen and acetylene torch will be any good for *my* bacon. 😟 I like mine crispy, not blackened and carbonized crumbled to ash. 😁 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@donyboy732 жыл бұрын
lol, I use a microwave!
@raymondmazza23382 жыл бұрын
I’ve had good luck using “Freeze Off” in many instances