Toro 38080, 38065 DISASSEMBLY - TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, Traction Drive Systems

Traction Drive Systems

21.If the lower traction rod was removed, reinstall it now. Slide the end through the traction bracket then install the spring and locknut. Turn the locknut on until the spring is compressed to approximately 2 ¼” (5.7 cm) long (Figure 113).

Figure 113 2773-010

22.Install the bottom cover and reconnect any additional linkage that may have been removed.

23.See "Auger/Impeller Drive Control Linkage — All Other Models" on page 2 - 8 and "ADJUSTING THE TRACTION ROD — LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 28231 AND TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064" on page 2 - 11 to make all final linkage adjustments.

DISASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086

1.Drain the fuel and oil. Stand the machine up on its auger and secure to prevent tipping.

2.Remove the klik pins and remove both wheels.

3.Remove 8 self-tapping screws securing the lower cover and rear plate (Figure 114).

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Figure 114 0054-007

1. Traction shaft bearings

4.To remove the upper traction shaft and friction wheel assembly, disconnect the master link in the chain. Remove the two bolts securing the bearings on each side and slide the assembly out of the frame (Figure 115).

Figure 115 0054-008

5.For service of the traction shaft assembly, refer to

"SUB ASSEMBLY REPAIR — TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086" on page 3 - 17.

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