Cub Cadet Deck Spindle

[RevPhil]

I'm replacing a deck Spindle assembly on a 50" LTX deck. The spindle holes are untapped and usually self-tapping bolts are used for mounting. Is there some reason why the holes can not be tapped and normal bolts and lock washers used?

 

[reynoldston]

Why not you are doing the same thing. I would use some blue Loctite.

 

[ILENGINE]

I have tapped the holes on more than one spindle over the years when the self tapping screws weren't available.

 

[John R]

Tap them and use a grade 8 bolts, never did like them self tapping bolts for spindles.