"Slopshot" wrote in message
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I am having problems getting the blades off of my John Deer Model
GT235 (three blades). Is there some special instructions that I need
to know. Are the bolts right-threaded or left-threaded? Is there a
special lock I need to engage to put on the blades? Thanks
In addition to the good advice given by others, be sure you are pulling the
wrench the right way. Since you are basically working upside down, it is
fairly easy to get it wrong. If your wrench is sticking out on the right
side, pull it to the rear. if on the left pull to the front.

The bolts are commonly rusty and very tight with the heads somewhat rounded
off. Penetrating oil and a good hard whack with a hammer can help loosen
them. Best tool other than an impact wrench is a six point socket with a
long pull handle. There are clamps made to hold the blade but they are not
really necessary. Just be sure that it is well secured so it doesn't come
loose when you give the wrench a good hard pull.

Don Young