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Transaxle attachment points

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CLStout

Upon removing the K46 from my Ariens model# 936042 (20hp B&S, 42" mower), I discovered that both the brackets were split at the part closest to the rear. Aside from having it welded, is there any other repair that anyone here has done?
I certainly can't afford a new mower, and have already invested money into a replacement transaxle, along with other parts.

Thanks in advance, folks.


#2

StarTech

StarTech

Please post image the area to so someone can see what you are referring to.


#3

sgkent

sgkent

there just was another thread like this on a different mower, and the cause was suggested to be a broken or defective front mount that caused the transmission to rock. In that one there was a kit to reinforce the broken ears. Parts diagram looked a lot like yours. Might want to read this thread: https://lawnmowerforum.com/threads/need-help.68133/


#4

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CLStout

After I got the transaxle dropped, the front mount didn't have any bolts attaching it to the transaxle.


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CLStout

Here's the pictures.

Not sure of the quality. I hope it's good enough.

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#6

StarTech

StarTech

CLStout said:
After I got the transaxle dropped, the front mount didn't have any bolts attaching it to the transaxle.
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That what cause the mounting ears the break as the anti torque strap is attached. And there is two different repair kits from Husqvarna that should replace those broken ears on the frame. If ipl image is correct the frame is a TEX frame setup.

The question is as follows. Is the drawbar area straight up and down or is it sloped?


#7

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CLStout

Don't mean to sound ignorant, but what's the drawbar?


#8

StarTech

StarTech

It is the part you do towing with.

Example of a vertical style. Red circle area is the drawbar.
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#9

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CLStout

Yes, I have the vertical one. I think I have located the kit you're talking about. Can you advise how it's installed? Do the old mounting ears have to be removed?


#10

StarTech

StarTech

Just follow the instructions in the kit if from Husqvarna and yes the old ears are removed.


#11

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CLStout

Thank you, sir. You've been a great help.


#12

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Gord Baker

If you have a nearby metal fab shop that does welding, speak to the owner and see if he can do a small custom job.
Grind all paint off near the crack Drill a 1/8" hole at the end of the crack and V groove crack slightly. Have them weld both sides and grind the bottom side flush.


#13

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CLStout

Ya know, it's kinda embarrassing to admit, but have a welder. I've never taken the time to learn how to use it, and this would be the perfect time to use it. I've already ordered the kit that Husqvarna offers. I need to get some scrap metal and tinker around with the welder, though.


#14

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CLStout

By the way, is it a common occurrence for the self tapping screws to fall out of the torque bracket on the front of the transaxle? From what I can see, the holes are stripped. Is there any way to repair something like this, or at least prevent it from happening again?


#15

StarTech

StarTech

If it is a wire welder hopefully your supplier sold you the right kind of wire. I spent cussing my welder as my weld were horrible just to find out the welding shop that sold me the welder was selling me the wrong flux core wire. With the correct wire my welds are where they should be.

CLStout said:
By the way, is it a common occurrence for the self tapping screws to fall out of the torque bracket on the front of the transaxle? From what I can see, the holes are stripped. Is there any way to repair something like this, or at least prevent it from happening again?
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If I remember correctly you tap to a size large and use blue Loctite to secure the screws.

I think the problem is two fold. One was the use of self tappers and the use of poor grade of screws. I have seen both problems. One where the screw work loose and two where they simple snap off.


#16

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CLStout

Are the screws that are in the kit any better in quality?


#17

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bertsmobile1

CLStout said:
By the way, is it a common occurrence for the self tapping screws to fall out of the torque bracket on the front of the transaxle? From what I can see, the holes are stripped. Is there any way to repair something like this, or at least prevent it from happening again?
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Yes
It is one of the things that good techs check when they service a mower
Your owners manual will simply say "check all fasteners" which really means nothing to most people
But torque straps & engine mounts always need checking because they do work loose.
A little BLUE loctite will usually stop bad ones that come loose regularly
However if you do that go up to grade 8 bolts because it is not uncommon to find the heads sheared off
The problem is in the actual frames that are too thin ( and getting thinner ) .
Most were designed when 10Hp was a big engine and 40" was a big deck
Well engines get more powerful every season & decks just get keep on growing + they bag or mulch.
All of this puts a lot of stress on the frame
The Husqvarna frame regularly cracks ( most don't notice them happening ) and in particular the deck hangers which I regularly weld & add patch plates to .
There is a good reason why real commercial quality mowers are 3 to 5 times the price of the domestic grade mowers .
As one of my fellow techs used to say when asked about what mowers to buy
"Do you want a mower that will last a life time & do the job properly or one that looks pretty in your garage ?"


#18

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CLStout

bertsmobile1 said:
Yes
It is one of the things that good techs check when they service a mower
Your owners manual will simply say "check all fasteners" which really means nothing to most people
But torque straps & engine mounts always need checking because they do work loose.
A little BLUE loctite will usually stop bad ones that come loose regularly
However if you do that go up to grade 8 bolts because it is not uncommon to find the heads sheared off
The problem is in the actual frames that are too thin ( and getting thinner ) .
Most were designed when 10Hp was a big engine and 40" was a big deck
Well engines get more powerful every season & decks just get keep on growing + they bag or mulch.
All of this puts a lot of stress on the frame
The Husqvarna frame regularly cracks ( most don't notice them happening ) and in particular the deck hangers which I regularly weld & add patch plates to .
There is a good reason why real commercial quality mowers are 3 to 5 times the price of the domestic grade mowers .
As one of my fellow techs used to say when asked about what mowers to buy
"Do you want a mower that will last a life time & do the job properly or one that looks pretty in your garage ?"
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Are the self tapping screws that come in the kit grade 8? Or should I look for replacements locally?


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bertsmobile1

I am on the other side of the planet so I have no idea


#20

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CLStout

Where are you if you don't mind me asking?


#21

StarTech

StarTech

Bert is over in Australia and I am not even on planet Earth anymore:p. Just too many idiots down there.

As for the screw I don't remember even seeing a grade stamp on the heads but I can go out later today to shop if you would like me to double check. It just that today is my day off and I got a lot of running around to do like getting food and a belt. Losing 21lbs is causing my pants to fall off.:oops: I am not a fan of plumb's butt.


#22

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CLStout

StarTech said:
Bert is over in Australia and I am not even on planet Earth anymore:p. Just too many idiots down there.

As for the screw I don't remember even seeing a grade stamp on the heads but I can go out later today to shop if you would like me to double check. It just that today is my day off and I got a lot of running around to do like getting food and a belt. Losing 21lbs is causing my pants to fall off.:oops: I am not a fan of plumb's butt.
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Well congrats on the weight loss. Get a tighter belt ?. I've got everything back together, but the mower doesn't want to move like it used to. Do I have a air bleed issue?


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