I have a model 416 wheel horse with a 42" side discharge mower deck. It is a 1990 model. Recently the middle blade has been cutting quite a bit higher than the two outside blades. I have removed blades and sharpened them to no avail. The deck belt has recently been replaced. I am in need of suggestions as to why this is happening. Any help would be appreciated.
why is middle blade cutting higher than the two outside blades?
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Check spindle for up and down play, shaft, bearings, bushings may be worn out. Lower deck to lowest setting and place a prybar,etc. under pulley and try raising pulley, you should take belt off pulley to relieve tension. Check other spindles same way.
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Yes I would say the center spindle has a problem. As I recall the center spindle's grease fitting tens to break off and then that spindle never gets grease on that model Wheel horse. The deck lift arm hits that fitting.