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42 in. mower deck - model / year unknown

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Wes Welbaum

42 in rear discharge deck came with my 1973 automatic tractor

Previous owner (metal fabricator ) copied deck and made a new one.  Mows fine / everything works - but.

Front wheels rubbed front of deck when making a complete turn. I lengthened leveler rod and bar drafts.  Problem solved.

I researched 42 inch rear discharge mower decks.  I find none that rate compatible with 1973 auto. tractor.  

Question 1: Is this why front wheels rubbed against deck?

Question 2:  What replacement blades should I purchase? There are two sets of blades: 13 3/4  & 14 1/4.  Both are 3/4 bolt holes.

 

I appreciate everyone's assistance past and present.  

 

 

 

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gwest_ca

The 42" rear discharge did not start until 1976. That is why you can't find one. This list is in the order they were produced

 

DNA

75-42MR01 replaces 65-42MR01 (Both use blades with 5/8" x 3/4" double-D center hole)

 

75-42MR01 replaced by 75-42MR02, 85-42MR01, 95-42MR01, 95-42MR02, 05-42MR01, 05-42MR02, 05-42MR03, 05-42MR04, 15-42RC01, 15-42RC02, 78350 (These use blades with 3/4" center hole except the 75-42MR01)

 

Garry

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Wes Welbaum

Gary, Thank you for your assistance. Very helpful.

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Wes Welbaum

Hi Gary,

Do the belt covers give you any clue as to what model - year this mower deck originally was?

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Lee1977

The deck housing shown above is home made with parts from the original deck. It's not curved on the front side to allow for tire clearance.

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