I really am torn about whether I should reply to your thread, as you seem to think the techs here should be quicker in answering your question. You posted Saturday evening, Sunday is a day of rest and most of us work full time and have families. Your second post shows your lack of respect to those who would answer your question for free. Maybe I should be just as disrespectful and just answer your second post. YES I HAVE, MANY TIMES. Now your first post. You don't say how much end play you have. With the type of gear box Snapper uses it is not uncommon to see end play up to .1875" as normal. You can now start calling me names because I don't like people who want things for free and still can't wait like a mature adult.