Prater 75 #1 Posted May 4, 2009 I have the rear bracket that attaches to the axle for the tiller and blade. I have it pulled apart for cleaning and new paint. Just curious if anyone has changed out the washer that holds tension on the latching plate. The original was a thin steel washer that rubbed the paint off. I was thinking of using delrin washers or something simular. Anyone else change them? or do they need the friction created with the steel washer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtmoyer 1 #2 Posted May 4, 2009 i don't think i would worry about the friction keeping them closed just put in pins to keep it latched. i used the tiller and there was no amount of friction that would keep the latch down when the tiller hit a root. with a pin in to lock it down it won;t go anywhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prater 75 #3 Posted May 4, 2009 Thanks, I figured the pin would be all I need. I will replace that washer with something less abrasive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 652 #4 Posted May 5, 2009 Two Thin washers, with a bit of Oil on em, will help em pivot...and hopefully save the paint.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
