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07-17-2014, 02:59 AM
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Clutch exploded, QL 1000
Last fall I had my throw out bearing and clutch release lever replaced by a reputable mechanic who has a lawn tractor repair shop.
So yesterday, I was cutting some grass and all was going well. At one point, I stepped on the brake / clutch pedal, and simultaneously I'm noticing that there is no spring pressure to the pedal, while I'm hearing a heck of a racket below, and seeing pieces of the friction disc fly out from under me. Not pretty. After taking the side covers off and looking closer, I noticed that the bolt which holds the left side of the "hanger" to the frame is gone ... must have vibrated loose. So when I stepped on the pedal, that side of the hanger pushed forward, putting everything on an angle / bind, thus detonating the clutch disc. It appears that 2 of the 3 pins on the drive plate are sheared off as well. I'm not sure what other damage there may be. Has anyone had a hanger bolt come out? Should these be installed with Loctite? It's been quite a while since the clutch was worked on. I'm not sure whether to consider that the mechanic was at fault, or that maybe there was excessive vibration for some reason. If there was, I didn't notice it. Any thoughts, comments welcomed. Cubcrazy Mike ... I may be looking to come out your way for some parts, once the damage is assessed. Josh 
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