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You know it’s bad when the boss says I’m overdue for vacation. On vacation now. In between storms I put together the riding mower lift I bought. Was happy it wasn’t a cable hoist type lift. The crank turns a screw to raise and lower the front or rear of the mower by the wheels. There are three lock points in the raised position. There are pull pins to fold the lift for storage. Just got through testing and it works well. Have blocks for the rear wheels for when I start work under the deck. Also have a Jack stand for added safety. Nylon straps hold the wheels to the lifting pads.
I have one of these. What do you use to remove the blades? I have considered buying a torque wrench. Also, how do you sharpen the blade(s)?
I have one of these. What do you use to remove the blades? I have considered buying a torque wrench. Also, how do you sharpen the blade(s)?
I did buy a torque wrench for final torque to install the blade. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Archer-Aust...ice/1003183770
I have this tool to help with blade removal and installing. Works well freeing up my other hand. Plan on practice sharpening with the old blade the way my dad taught me, using a hand file. Use the rough side to remove the rough edges and the fine side to smooth out the blade edge. Must check the balance after sharpening. This can be done using a blade balance tool or a nail on a wall or bench. Put the blade on the nail at the center hole and see if it maintains balance. If using the balance tool or nail and it doesn’t maintain balance then use the file to remove material on the side that is a little over weight. Another option is to take it to a lawnmower shop for sharpening. I plan on having two blades so at the end of the season I can simply replace the blade. Some people simply buy a new blade every year. Blade cost between $20 to $30 depending on brand and store.
I have one of these. What do you use to remove the blades? I have considered buying a torque wrench. Also, how do you sharpen the blade(s)?
Well, it’s off to the hardware store again. The blade uses a 15/16 socket to install and remove. Got that size socket in 1/2 inch. Was hard to get the blade off. Installed new blade. Got the torque wrench ready and it uses a 3/4 inch head while the socket I used was a 1/2 inch head. Don’t have a 3/4 to 1/2 adaptor nor do I have a 25/16 socket with 3/4 socket head.
How was sharpening with a file? I tried that once and got no where. I use an angle grinder and just give it a quick pass. I sharpen mine every use. My mower has three blades. I can remove, sharpen, and reinstall in about 10 minutes. Most of that time is getting out and putting away all the tools.
Well, it’s off to the hardware store again. The blade uses a 15/16 socket to install and remove. Got that size socket in 1/2 inch. Was hard to get the blade off. Installed new blade. Got the torque wrench ready and it uses a 3/4 inch head while the socket I used was a 1/2 inch head. Don’t have a 3/4 to 1/2 adaptor nor do I have a 25/16 socket with 3/4 socket head.
For larger sockets/ratchets/breaker bars, Harbor Freight is a decent choice. They have adapters too.
Now as far are sharpening goes, I use a bench grinder. Try to remove as little material as possible, and quench after every pass. A "fine" wheel works best on this application. (Wear/use eye protection, and tape your hands/fingers. NO GLOVES.)
For larger sockets/ratchets/breaker bars, Harbor Freight is a decent choice. They have adapters too.
Now as far are sharpening goes, I use a bench grinder. Try to remove as little material as possible, and quench after every pass. A "fine" wheel works best on this application. (Wear/use eye protection, and tape your hands/fingers. NO GLOVES.)
I bought a 3 piece adapter set from amazon for $5. Free shipping. Not sure if that's what the OP needs but I always check amazon first, some stores are more expensive because they have to pay their rent
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