Easy, right? Heat the rubber cover with the heat gun, no problem. Remove the circlip and washer. Slide the wheel off, no f'in way, it is rusted to the axle. Straight 1" diameter axle with a key way. Straight tube 3" long welded in the wheel rusted solid to the axle. Nice and smooth and shiney yellow paint with no place for a puller of any sort. clearly designed by a mental midget with much input from the cost cutting department.
I'll have to weld a ring on it to use as a puller lip. Anyone else deal with this bullshit?
i don't know if it is to far gone but my dad would set a slug of brass on the end of a shaft and give a sledge hammer whack to some stick shafts..*agree run this past a tractor guy because the bearings may be at risk.
A helper person with a 2x4 to lever the shaft to the out direction may protect he bearing..
Soak for a week with WD or the like.
Oh. heat may be another possibility....perhaps first.
Drill and tap some puller holes.
Talk to a tractor guy, perhaps have come for a service call.
Not on my John Deere but yes on my old BMW. Fracking thieves in the night stole two of my wheels but ran off without the other two because they were stuck to the hubs so tight they wouldn't come off. I ended up taking an 8' long 2"× 4" and used it as a lever against the suspension upright to pop them loose.
Do not pound on the axle you will damage the rear end.
Quickest way is to drill a couple holes in the rim use a puller like a harmonic balancer puller.
Some mowers have holes in the rim from the factory.
May need some heat to get things moving.
If they are real bad have to disassemble rear end press the axles out of the wheel.
Done many no fun at all.
Ed
ecortech said:
Do not pound on the axle you will damage the rear end.
Quickest way is to drill a couple holes in the rim use a puller like a harmonic balancer puller.
Some mowers have holes in the rim from the factory.
May need some heat to get things moving.
If they are real bad have to disassemble rear end press the axles out of the wheel.
Done many no fun at all.Ed
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I am definitely not beating on anything, as wimpy as the rest of this POS is I can see doing a lot of damage. All I need to do is put a tube in the tire as the tubeless tires one after another start to leak. this one goes flat in about 2 hours now and I am tired of airing it up. If there was an easy way to break the beads I would just roll the thing on its side and do it on the mower.
Grab a pair of tire spoons from a motorcycle shop or Amazon and instal the tube with the wheel on.
Leave the rim on and add slime to seal it? I have done so on my lawn mower a few years ago and it is still holding air, maybe a quick top up at begining of each mow season is all.
moonlight machine said:
I am definitely not beating on anything, as wimpy as the rest of this POS is I can see doing a lot of damage.
All I need to do is put a tube in the tire as the tubeless tires one after another start to leak. this one goes flat in about 2 hours now and I am tired of airing it up. If there was an easy way to break the beads I would just roll the thing on its side and do it on the mower.
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Try tire slime, I used it on the lawn tractor, wheelbarrow, and hand truck. Haven't put air in those tires since. All auto parts stores sell it.
You didn't mention what model tractor you have.
Most come with holes in the wheels for wheel weights. If yours does you can fashion a puller using those holes as anchor points.
common problem on lots of makes of garden tractor, heat is the only thing that works quickly, or as above, change the tube on the tractor, but give it a dose of release oil every week and it may work loose with use. when you get it off, treat it to some copperslip! As you say, POS design!
Rob F. said:
Leave the rim on and add slime to seal it? I have done so on my lawn mower a few years ago and it is still holding air, maybe a quick top up at begining of each mow season is all.
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We were typing at the same time as I got up to get some more tea in the middle of posting.
All that pulling stuff is a great idea, it gives you time to accept the fact that you're gonna have to lose some paint off the wheel.
Once you are done with that, remove the valve stem (to vent air) then go ahead and use the torch to heat the hub up good and hot.
Without heat, all that pulling is likely to be insufficient.
Just slime the tire.
howieranger said:
Grab a pair of tire spoons from a motorcycle shop or Amazon and instal the tube with the wheel on.
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I'll use the spoons I have had since 1974. No good way to break the bead on the tractor, I don't want to beat on it.
You can easily break the bead with a manual lever type bead breaker.
Commonly used on atv tires they work fine on lawn mower tires.
Also tire slime easily rinses off with water so easy clean up.
I actually did a high tech application on mine by removing the wheels and spinning them on a lathe after putting the slime inside. I figure that was the equivalent of driving the lawn tractor at 60 MPH, same with the hand truck and wheelbarrow.
Slime is OK as long as you understand no tire manufacturer will warranty a tire that has been filled with it. In the case of lawn and garden equipment I don't think it's a big deal. Most often the tires last well beyond any warranty period.
The tires on my Case lasted nearly 30 years before needing replacement. The ones on my JD lasted 20 years.
Yeah I wouldn't worry about the warranty aspect on a little lawn tractor too much. I've got a loader on mine and I beat the snot out of the tires, they're still going after 17 years. Due for replacement soon though. The front tires are slimed and have been for at least 10 years. The rear tires would have been too but are fluid filled for ballast weight.
Here’s what I did with Honda 3 wheeler I had with a frozen front axle years ago.
Turn it on it’s side, douse in jr oil a few times till it’s seeping out the other side, then simply drive it around slowly without the cotter pin and washer in place. Simply go cut the grass, it will wiggle itself off eventually. Maybe put a little heat to it if you like but it will come off
projectnut said:
Slime is OK as long as you understand no tire manufacturer will warranty a tire that has been filled with it.
In the case of lawn and garden equipment I don't think it's a big deal. Most often the tires last well beyond any warranty period. The tires on my Case lasted nearly 30 years before needing replacement. The ones on my JD lasted 20 years.
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I have never seen a tire warranty that wasn't a joke. Do you know what it takes to keep a car tire warranty valid?
All of the tires I am sliming are Chinese junk ones anyway, I don't think my lawn tractor or wheelbarrow has Goodyears on it.
Because you drive your John Deere lawnmower on rough surfaces, its tires can take a lot of wear and abuse. Over time, they may become flat for various reasons, which means you will have to fix them.
To fix a flat tire on a John Deere riding mower, you will want to first identify the problem by taking the wheel off the axle and inspecting it.
Depending on the issue, you may need to patch the tire, install an innertube, or replace the whole thing.
Because each of these options requires multiple steps, we’re going to outline them in more detail.
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Usually, the cause of a flat tire is a puncture. However, if your mower is old, the rubber could be cracked, leading to slow leaks. The first step is to fill the tire with air. Then, visually inspect the rubber for any damage. Be thorough, as there could be multiple leak points, not just one.
If you can’t spot any issues, the next step is to cover the tire with soapy water. Doing this will allow you to see where air bubbles are forming. Again, be thorough when doing your inspection, and check the sidewalls, the bead, and the tread.
Depending on the extent of the damage, you have several options to fix the tire; patch it, install an innertube, or replace it. Here is a breakdown of each method.
If the leak is inside the tread, you can patch it. Because this wheel is tubeless, you can spray a tire sealant inside using the valve stem, following these steps.
Wipe off any excess from the stem.Because these are tubeless tires, one way to extend their lifespan is to install an innertube. Doing this will allow you to drive on the wheel, even if there are cracks in the rubber. Be sure to select a tube size that fits your tire. If there isn’t a precise match, opt for one that is a little smaller.
Stand on the sides of the rubber and wedge the tip between the rubber and the rim. You will have to do this on both sides.
If a patch or innertube doesn’t work, you will have to replace the whole thing. Since this wheel is tubeless, you can keep the original rim. Follow these steps to install a new tire.
Here are some ways to ensure that your project runs smoothly.
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It depends on how old they are. If your wheels are relatively new, then they should be fine. However, if they’re more than five or six years old, it might be time to replace them all.
We always recommend using original parts when doing any kind of repairs. However, since tires are mostly identical, you can probably get away with an OEM model. Just make sure that it has the same dimensions as the old tire.
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1.
Max Cutting Height
Higher cutting height is needed when your lawn is not located in optimal conditions, such as hot or cold climates, but longer grass allows him to stay healthy.
2. Equipped with blade brakes
✔John Deere X324
With blade brakes you can stop the rotation of the blades without stopping the engine. This is useful if you need to clear debris from your lawnmower or drive over gravel.
3. Mulching
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With mulching, the already cut grass is further cut into even smaller pieces, which are then poured onto the lawn, fertilizing it and making it more drought tolerant. This also means that you do not have to empty the grass bag.
4.number of cutting height settings
More cutting height settings will give you more options when choosing the optimal length for your lawn under the circumstances.
5.
larger cutting width
With a larger cutting width, you will have to make fewer passes when mowing your lawn, reducing the amount of time you need to work. This is especially important if you have a large lawn.
6. cutting height ratio
This indicates a greater ratio between the minimum and maximum cutting heights and provides more options when choosing the optimal length of cut for your lawn.
7.turning radius
38.1cm
The turning radius indicates the smallest circular turn that can be made. With a smaller turning radius, it is easier to complete a one-trip turn instead of having to move back and forth to turn around.
8. Equipped with rear roller
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The rear roller makes stripes "comb the grass" for a more aesthetic lawn.
9.minimum cutting height
A shorter minimum cutting height is an advantage if you prefer a lawn with shorter grass.
However, in order for it to remain silkier and greener, short grass needs good weather conditions such as warm weather and moderate sunshine.
1. Has OHV engine
✔ John Deere X324
Overhead valve (OHV) engine is usually found in expensive models, and provides more power and fuel economy than side valve designs .
2.engine displacement
This measurement is the total volume of all engine cylinders, also known as engine displacement. It is one of the many aspects of an engine that determines its power, simply put, bigger size means more power.
3.Watt
16400W
A tool/machine with more watts has more power.
4.voltage
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A tool/machine with a higher voltage is more powerful.
5.run time
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The device works longer without having to be charged.
6. lawn area
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The robotic lawnmower can mow large areas of lawn.
7. horsepower
Horsepower is the most common unit of measure for engine power.
8.number of cylinders
Given that there are many aspects to power, more cylinders is usually a good indicator of an engine's potential power.
9. working area volume
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The working area is the area of lawn that you can mow in one hour. Thanks to the larger working area, you can mow your lawn faster.
1.Various speeds available
✔John Deere X324
A variable speed lawnmower is convenient because you can slow it down or speed it up depending on the location, such as slowing down when turning around a tree.
2.automatic return to docking station
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After the device has shut down or has a low battery, it will automatically return to the docking station to recharge.
3. Easy height adjustment
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You can adjust the height of all four wheels at once, unlike some lawn mowers where you have to adjust each wheel individually. This makes it quicker and easier to adjust the height of the mower.
4.With rain sensor
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You can set the robotic lawnmower to not operate when the sensor indicates rain or high humidity.
5.smartphone - remote control
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Allows you to use your smartphone as a remote control.
6. Has anti-theft features
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Has anti-theft features such as pin code or alarm.
7.Easy turning
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The mower has a lever that allows the front wheels to be easily lifted, making it easier to turn and maneuver.
8. foldable
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Foldable units are easy to transport and take up less space when stored.
9. With headlights
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With headlights, you can mow the lawn in low light conditions.
To build a lawn mower yourself, you need to have minimal skills in construction, as well as understand something in the assembly of mechanisms. A homemade lawn mower has a lot of ready-made schemes, so you definitely won’t have to improvise in this case. The main advantage of a do-it-yourself lawn mower will be its low cost.
The owner takes all the necessary parts from old and faulty devices.
The quality of the lawnmower will directly depend on the power of the motor, as well as the sharpness of the blades . Cheap steel should not be used to create a homemade lawn mower model, as it can ruin all the work. Masters advise using high-quality steel for this. It should be sharpened unevenly: sharply towards the ends, and left blunt to the place of attachment. Thus, vegetation will not wrap around the propeller and clogging of the engine will not occur.
In terms of ease of use and functionality, a ready-made lawn mower from a store will be better than a do-it-yourself mower. The factory model has several speeds at once, you can independently adjust the height of the knives, less noise comes from it.
You can improve the finished homemade design. Experienced mechanics advise creating lawn mowers with an adjustable long handle, a grass collector, insurance bumpers, the ability to monitor the cutting height, in some cases this model is even combined with a bicycle.
Deciding to create a lawn mower on your own, you need to consider all the main advantages and disadvantages of the design, because not everyone can create such a product on their own.
Safety precautions must be observed both when working with a factory lawn mower and a home-made one, since they have knives and the tool works from the mains.
Important, before plugging in the tool, check:
On the area to be treated, it is advisable to collect everything that can cause a breakdown of a home-made structure and injure a person managing it: wooden blocks, stones, debris. There should be no children or pets in the area.
The simplest version of the mower includes the following parts :
The frame of the lightest model will include a metal sheet with a thickness of 2 to 3 millimeters with a hole in the middle for the passage of the motor shaft. The sheet is combined with a frame of metal corners. An engine is attached to the sheet from above, a casing with protection is installed from below, wheels are mounted on the sides of the axle, as well as handles for controlling the device.
If the product uses a flanged motor, it can be attached to the sheet itself by drilling holes in the latter, which will be identical to the holes in the flange. If the engine is of a classic type, then it is imperative to weld or screw several perpendicular racks from the corner to the sheet so that they coincide with the legs of the engine.
Special holes are made in the corners to mount the engine. If the holes are created as grooves, then this will help to align the engine with the frame when mounting. Such an assembly will be very useful for selecting the optimal grass cutting height.
The easiest way is to create holes for different positions of the engine in height.
The centerpiece of the lawn mower will be an assembly that will consist of a mandrel with short knives fixed to its surface (one long blade can also be used).
For anyone who occasionally needs to cut weeds, a lawn mower is an indispensable item. A simple device, however, sometimes requires maintenance, which includes changing the oil used to cool the mechanism, which allows the motor to operate at high speeds.
In addition, the oil protects the parts of the electrical device stored at low temperatures.
The frequency of oil change is determined by the technical condition of the engine. In new devices, it is necessary to change the oil in lawn mowers immediately after the break-in is completed, i.e. after 5-6 hours of continuous operation.
In the future, the replacement is carried out after another 5-10 hours.
Then debris does not accumulate in the motor. In an engine that is not new, the period between oil changes increases to 25-50 hours, which corresponds to 2-3 months.
You can also tell if the oil needs to be changed by its color: as soon as a black tint appears, you need to change it so that the engine does not jam.
The whole process of changing the fluid is divided into stages:
Which oil to fill in the lawn mower depends on the ambient temperature in which the garden tool is operated. It is correct to use SAE-30 fluid if it is 5-30 degrees outside. An oil whose viscosity is 10W-30 is suitable for the off-season, while the 5W-30 series is most preferable in winter.
We cannot ignore Synthetic 5W-30 - a reliable agent that ensures the operation of the device at low negative temperatures.
The best option in this case would be an asynchronous motor with a power of 500 to 600 W and above. The number of revolutions during such work reaches 3000 per minute. The great advantage of the asynchronous motor model is its quiet operation. The higher the engine speed, the better and smoother the grass is cut.
In general, the quality of the cut will not be determined by the speed of rotation of the blades, but by the linear speed of the cutting edge relative to the vegetation . At the same number of revolutions per minute, the linear speed of the cutters becomes higher, based on the size of the grip (the diameter of the circle along which the cutting edge rotates).
Therefore, with a large grip (more than forty centimeters), the number of revolutions of the device can be significantly reduced. But in this case, the motor power indicator must be greater in order to overcome the increasing resistance.
Practice has shown that the following configuration is workable: grip - 50 centimeters, engine power - 1 kW, number of revolutions per minute - 1500. But mowing grass, although worse, will be an engine with a power of 500 W and a speed of 1500 rpm. With a small motor power, you need to regularly sharpen the knives.
To connect a three-phase motor to a single-phase system, the run and start capacitor principle must be used. Information about such a connection can be easily found on the Internet. It will also be easy to find a formula for calculating the required capacitance for capacitors. Most often, about 200 microfarads are used in design for a motor with a power of 2 kW. For a power of 500-600 W, only 60-80 microfarads is enough.
When creating a special casing for the engine, it is necessary to remember about the holes for cooling the device.
You can create your own lawnmower with a simple electric drill with a speed of up to 3000 per minute.
It will be easy to come up with a method for installing a drill to the frame. But for this you need to understand that in terms of reliability and duration of operation, a drill cannot be compared with an asynchronous motor, which is why if you have to mow a large area of \u200b\u200bthe area with grass, it is best to think about purchasing a powerful engine.
The drill is best suited to create a separate independent trimmer . It will be very easy to install knives into the drill. A knife with a hole in the center is clamped with a special nut on the bolt, and the bolt is clamped in the drill chuck.
Grass cut and left on the lawn makes the area unaesthetic, and besides, when it dries, it will require cleaning the lawn with a rake, for example. If the weeds are not removed before the rain, the grass rots and leads to the appearance of bald spots on the lawn. Therefore, it would be more correct if the electric mower is equipped with a grass collector.
Structurally, they are divided into:
Grass box has holes for air circulation. The grass catchers are located at the rear of the electrical device. Their device should be such that it makes it easy to remove the container for cleaning.
The larger the grass bag, the less often you have to empty it, which means less time.
The simplest mandrel design looks like a disk or strip with a flange, in which there is a special hole equal to the diameter of the motor shaft. The process of creating a mandrel is as follows: :
This will help to get rid of two difficulties at once - the centering of the mandrel and its installation. But the pulley must be reliable and strong. If the required pulley or other suitable parts are not available, then you will have to order the creation of a part from a turner or make it yourself from a pipe of the required diameter and circles and strips welded to it. In this case, there are three difficulties: finding a pipe that is suitable in length, ensuring that the welded strip or circle is perpendicular to the pipe, and centering the mandrel after creation. With some effort, all difficulties can be easily solved.
All electric lawnmowers are designed in the same way.
They have a platform for mounting the motor, the shaft of which is parallel to the ground. A knife (or two) is attached to the shaft of the electrical device, with which weeds are mowed. In order for the bevelling to be of high quality, the speed of the cutting electric tool must be high.
The platform itself, for convenience, is supplied with four wheels and a handle with motor control elements attached to it. It is designed to push the device forward and control the electric mower.
Wheel attachment can be rigid and swivel. In the first case, you will have to lift two wheels when cornering. Swivels involve the use of less physical force.
In addition, they make less damage to the lawn. Therefore, if flowers are planted on the lawn, there are swings, gazebos, etc., then it is recommended to use swivel wheels. Electric lawn mowers with such wheels are convenient for caring for areas under shrubs and trees.
The engine is enclosed in a housing that simultaneously protects the operator working with the electric lawn mower from injury from accidental objects.
The material used for its manufacture is more often plastic and less often metal. As you can see, the device of the electric lawn mower is quite simple.
The legs for such a device can be strips of tool steel with a total thickness of 2-3 mm and a width of 20 to 50 mm. The smaller the legs, the better it will cut. But a thick knife is much stronger. Given the bumps and other obstacles encountered during mowing in the form of stones and foreign objects, strength is of great importance. The design of the legs is as follows :
Then it remains only to sharpen the knife, install it on the frame and center it. If it is rather difficult to drill holes, then it is allowed to lay the sheet on a metal surface with a hole of a larger diameter than the hole in the sheet, after hitting it with a punch. The protrusion that arose after the impact is removed with a file (if the metal is quite soft) or on a sharpener. If the hole does not fit in diameter, then the process is repeated again.
There are quite a lot of options for creating functioning legs, as well as materials for their creation. It is very important to sharpen them well, center them (so that there is no vibration) and securely fasten them. When attaching the knives to the mandrel, rover washers and locknuts must be used. Without this, the mounting bolts will begin to loosen due to vibration.
Cutting edges are best created with a slight downward curve, similar to factory lawn mowers. This will greatly slow down the process of winding the grass onto the motor shaft of the device.
