Attempting to remove the tine bars on an old 858a hay rake with the vertical stud teeth so that I can drill horizontal holes for the modern rubber teeth. Each end of the bar is held on with a 7/8" castle nut. On the left side of the rake, I was able to remove the castle nut and the bar will come right off. On the right side, however, the castle nut and spindle/stud simply turn together. I removed a grease cover from the bearing on the right hand bar assembly and I cannot figure out what if anything I can put a wrench on so that I have resistance when trying to turn off the old castle nut and remove the bar. I can't imagine you would have to tap the bearing out with the bar and I am hesitant to go whacking at the spindle? Has anyone attempted this and if so, what obvious quirk am I missing? Thanks,
Pete
Pete