Toro 38065, 38080 manual 2773-078

Traction Drive Systems

5.Install the friction plate spring into the front frame assembly. Note some models just have a hole in the frame. Others have a tab bent outward to hook the spring into (Figure 100). Hook the lower end of the spring into the notch in the traction frame.

7.Lightly oil the hex shaft. Insert the hex shaft from the left side, non-threaded end first. Slip the shaft through the left side of the sliding bracket (Figure 102).

Figure 100 2773-078

6.Begin assembly of the friction wheel and sliding bracket by installing the right side (opposite the friction wheel) bearing (Figure 101).

Figure 101 MVC-862

Figure 102 MVC-864

8.Place the pinion gear on the hex shaft (larger OD to the left). Add the thrust washer, then insert the shaft into the previously mounted bearing.

9.Install a thrust washer and the second bearing. Tighten the bearing mounting bolts securely.

10.Assemble the friction wheel and hub using 4 self- tapping screws. Note the hub mounts to the flat side of the friction wheel (Figure 103).

Figure 103 MVC-718

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