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Another (Possible solution) Update! So I noticed, the crankshaft is 1.000": Dia, but the bore on my clutch is 1-1/8". I can put the clutch on any way wityout having to line up the keyway as there is 1/8" of play. If thats the case, its going to be off center and whipping like crazy, which would...

Another update. I noticed when I put the clutch back on, without the deck, and tightened it up, it instantly seized. As in even the loose ring up top was no longer moving. I am fairly certian thats not right. I am noticing when I search for the clutch that matches my mower, it shows the clutch...

All just inspected the deck. All blades are even (not bent), and they spin freely and without and slop so spindles seem to be OK. All pulleys are tight, the one on the deck (not tensioner) has a very tiny amount of play, not enough to be concerned about in my opinion. Belt looks good, no worn...

You are definitely on the right track. My first thought was, it would have to be hammering that pin repeatedly for the pin to break before the sheet metal on the clutch. The mower does surge, do you think that could be part of it? I *think* when the blades are engaged they are always engaged...

Hello all I have a YTA24V48 - Somehow the link that bolts to the frame to keep the clutch from spinning upon blade engagement keeps snapping. Mind you, its a 5/16" steel link (Item 197), pretty heavy duty. It will run, then somehow it gets snapped, the clutch then is free to spin and rips the...