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JD B Brake and Clutch

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Mike L.

02-19-2002 05:44:49




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A few other questions from a first timer. My left brake pedal travel is way too much and the adjusting bolt is real hard to turn and does'nt seem to help. Also the clutch lever was so loose in every direction I took it off and cleaned and tightened it up but I'm not sure of the way it is supposed to feel. It pushes up and works but I don't feel the snap like the owners manual describes. And is there a Sickle bar mower for the B without hydraulics. If these questions start to test your patience tell me and I'll sneak back later[under a different name]. Thanks!

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BUDD

02-19-2002 13:05:53




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 Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to Mike L., 02-19-2002 05:44:49  
I will try to answer the sickle mower Q. I do believe that a #5 mower will work on the B. So I have read it is a good mower also. Don't go to the bank with this, I am a JD owner want a be so I am not 100% sure. Hope this helps BUDD



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Jerry S

02-19-2002 14:24:58




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 Re: Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to BUDD, 02-19-2002 13:05:53  
You are right. #5 was made to fit these tractors. Make sure you have the begger bars on the drawbar frame so you can bolt it on. You will need a way to lift the mower and since you don't have hydraulics you will need to use either a foot clutch or the hand lift. Foot clutch is better for on the go lifting. JD sold lots of #5 mowers and many are still in use. Must have done something right.

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Ken

02-20-2002 14:27:18




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 Re: Re: Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to Jerry S, 02-19-2002 14:24:58  
Jerry
When you say foot clutch I believe you mean foot lift.



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John A

02-19-2002 08:14:33




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 Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to Mike L., 02-19-2002 05:44:49  
Tyler answered your question on the brakes, here goes on the clutch. Sounds like one of two things. Hopefully, a simple adjustment of the clutch is all you need. 1. Remove the clutch cover. 2.Locate the three adjusting bolts, remove the cotter pins that hold the adjustment, and with the clutch disengaged, tighten the three adjusting bolts each one flat (1/6 th) of a turn. Engage the clutch. If you feel it "snap" in, it's ok. If not, repeat the process until you feel the clutch snap in place. Replace the cotter pins and cover. Remember to tighten all three bolts equally.


If that doesn't fix it, either the clutch disks need replacement, or the clutch fork has problems. Good luck, hope this helps.

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Mike L.

02-19-2002 08:56:12




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 Re: Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to John A, 02-19-2002 08:14:33  
Thanks to all for the answers to my questions. I wish working on my cars was as much fun.



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Tyler B

02-19-2002 06:55:26




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 Re: JD B Brake and Clutch in reply to Mike L., 02-19-2002 05:44:49  
How far down does your brake move down? I have always adjusted them so that the brake pedal sits up so that you only have to push about 1-2 inches to engage the brake, but it is really up to the person driving it. I had a 730 that the right side brake was just plain hard to adjust. I ended up taking the drum off. There are two adjusting pins(I'm not sure thats what these are called) but they are like dowel pins that have a tapered point that mates up with the adjusting screw. Well, one of these was frozen with rust and the adjusting screw couldnt move it. But, if you've got the time I would recommend to pull off the brake drum and take a look. It couldnt hurt as it is pretty basic inside. Get a good brake cleaner or carb. cleaner. I like VP racing carb cleaner. It does a really good job. If any of the adjusting parts are worn significantly your JD dealer should be able to provide them for you. It doesnt leave any residue so it is ok to use it on nearly anything. Be sure to lubricate the adjusting screw and the "dowel type pins" with either greasegun grease or grahpite. It is very important not to get any lubricant on the brake shoes. Putting it back together is pretty easy as you just have to move the adjusting screw as far out toward the center of the tractor as possible. Then just slide the drum on. As far as the clutch goes, I've adjusted many clutches and I know what you mean about not "popping" into place. Ive found that it helps to use it a little before it will do it. It is also possible that you have it adjusted too much so that it really wont disengage.

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