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  1. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    We've got 10 acres, but we only mow 7 acres once per year.
  2. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    Here are the greasing directions for my new spindles: Greasing Mower Spindles Greasing your mower spindle depends on the usage. The more you use it, the more grease it needs. If you are an average user, you need to grease your mower spindles at least once a month. This will lubricate the...
  3. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    I've read some conflicting information so maybe you can clarify. I've heard that greasing the spindles doesn't help since the bearings are sealed. Is this true? The directions say to grease the new spindles, so maybe some are sealed, and some aren't?
  4. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    I'm a visual learner. If I can see it done, then I can do it. Otherwise, I really don't have a clue. I'll be sure to add Permatex anti-seize when I install the new spindles. Here's what my broken spindle looks like:
  5. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    Thank you for the reply and useful feedback. The spindle cracked therefore it's not repairable. And to be honest, I'm not sure if I'm smart enough to know how to replace the bearings. I'll be doing good to figure out how everything goes back on. :unsure: With that said, I bought...
  6. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    I stand corrected. I just turned on the mower and the pulley is spinning. This is good news. Perhaps my only problem is that the spindles need to be replaced. I'll report back once I get all the parts and reinstall the deck.
  7. biodiesel

    D100 (maintenance and repairs)

    I bought a D100 new in 2012. It's been a great machine. I live in the mountains at 7,000' feet and only mow once per year. This fall my mower deck sounded really bad and it got louder and louder until it finally made a horrible sound, threw a belt, and the PTO stopped working. I pulled the...
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