Recent content by Farmer66

I got it fixed! It was not practical to get the bottom seal out. I removed the pump, then the seal. The bottom bearing was missing about half of the roller cage. I took apart the pump, replaced the bearing and seal. Used a magnet to clean the reservoir and changed the filter. After three hours...

How does the factory suggest removing the pulley? It seems the 1/4 inch bolts are not enough push. What torque do I tighten the bolts when I go to put it back on? I maybe will try drilling and tapping some 5/16 or 3/8 holes. Or get out my MAPP gas and heat the pulley? Any ideas are very...

Thanks for the replies. I have the seal in hand. It is the OEM Hydro-Gear 51161. Star Tech has the size correct. It is made in China.

I have an IS2000Z vintage 2015 mower that has a leaking shaft seal on the bottom of the left pump, the input shaft. Is it reasonable to replace this seal from the bottom so I don't have to remove the pump? I have a chain fall so I can lift the mower however is the best. I was thinking lifting...