Kevbo 80 #1 Posted April 21, 2013 Hi guys! Quick question: Should the blades on the deck be perfectly level front to back or should the front or rear be a little higher? I have been adjusting the blades to perfectly level by adjusting the linkage but I just wanted to make sure I am right. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wyattrrp 59 #2 Posted April 21, 2013 The Toro "quality of cut manual" qocmanl.pdf for the 300-400-500 series mower decks (p4-19) says the front should be 1/8 to 1/4 inch lower than the rear. My 85 36-42-48 deck manual for 300 & 400 series says level the front to rear by placing tractor with fully inflated tires on level floor. Put height adjuster level in middle position and lower deck to floor on wheels. Place a level on top of deck facing direction of foot rests and level it ffront to back while it is lowered on roller wheels. Then back off the trunion adjustment nut one full turn to lower the front slightly. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 487 #3 Posted April 22, 2013 Never tried this on a Wheelhorse, but Simplicity decks are ground supported similar to the Wheelhorse and they recommend the blades to be tipped up an 1/8th inch vs the opposite of Wheelhorse. Can't explain why. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,515 #4 Posted April 27, 2013 Adjusting the trunion nut can be a pain. Don't know of, haven't had any problems after I drilled the trunion nuts. Drilled the threads out and use locking nuts on the eye bolts and Never-Seez® on the threads. With a ratchet wrench, long extension, deep socket, I can easily adjust the lift at will. I've done this on my 520, 414 and 416. Simply move the lower dash panel and adjust the locking nut. Panel open (400's) or off (520-8) gives me the opportunity to PB blast a bit while I'm at it. A bit of house cleaning too! :smile: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
