dgjks6 6 #1 Posted March 26, 2011 Why is the end of the PTO shaft threaded? I just put the PTO on and did not put any bolts in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Fanatic 49 #2 Posted March 26, 2011 Because some applications for that engine would use a threaded shaft. The Wheel Horse does not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #3 Posted March 27, 2011 The models that have a electric clutch have a bolt and washer in the end of the crank. early PTO's had a spring set up at the end to push the PTO bell away from the clutch and it screwed in the end, and other brands use the threaded hole. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
