IMO the circular baffles were originally in place to keep the clippings going out the discharge chute. All of the decks I've used do not have the baffles and the grass clippings mainly come out of the discharge side, but some are left directly behind the mower when driving forward. Never thought it was a big deal as I don't sweep/collect my grass clippings.
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Daniel G.
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(May 1970) 147 w/an IH spring assist, 48" deck, 42" blade, 1969 73, #2 trailer, 10" Brinly plow and (on loan) Dad's #2 tiller.
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