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Old 06-26-2011, 11:25 PM
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Is there a lot of wear on the footrest support rod that the 'pickle fork' part of the carriage rides on? That could be part of the problem.

That screen should be there, it keeps grass out of the flywheel screen. However, I don't think I've ever seen an intact one. None of my tractors have it anymore.
I noticed the other day the support rod on my 784 is in extremely bad shape. Probably 1/2 worn thru or just a bit more. I will definitely need to do some welding this winter while doing PM's. But, I have to admit I have a very flat yard for the most part and don't experience the unstable deck issues some of you guys are having. My 44C deck also has gauge wheels front and back, but I have no center rollers. So far, it has not been an issue.
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Good catch Matt !!! My rod is also worn 1/2 way thru. Matt, any repair ideas other than welding? I was thinking about cutting the rod and installing a collar with set screws to lock it it place, but I don't know if this will weaken the rod. May have to spread the fork some or cut the rod and add a section of rod and 2 collars. The footrests should be ok as the rod is welded to the frame and the footrests are on the outside of the frame. Any thoughts?
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I was thinking 2 of the silver with a section of new 3/4" rod, a little wider than the fork. Or would the black type be better? These would also help keep the fork from shifting side to side.
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The black one would be stronger, but the wear should be welded up. Cutting the footrest support may have some unintended consequences. Also, I'm not sure there's enough room on the right side for one of those locking collars.

Here are some other thoughts on this...

How well does the mule drive fit the tractor frame? If the QA is worn and sloppy, that'll allow the carriage to move around. Same if the pivot rod that connects the carriage to the mule drive is worn, or if the holes in either piece are worn. Have you checked to make sure the deck isn't warped or bent? I have not had a 50" deck that was perfectly straight when I got it, and I've had about 6 of them. The front gauge wheels help, too.

The other thing is that if your yard is really lumpy, a large deck will not cut as well because it doesn't conform to the terrain as easily as a smaller deck. I still think something is really worn out on your tractor or subframe, because I have a pretty rough, hilly yard and haven't had much for problems with the 50" decks I have fixed up.
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