Reply To: 1970 9.5hp tiller friction adj. free spins :-(

[JACQUES]

ok that is an option….If I cut the arc bar close to the bolt hole I could try to spread it apart and clear it from the main bolt head so that would allow the main friction bolt to lift out
but….. there is danger that it will not pass through the adjustment hole ” window” because I can’t take out the top locking tab washer

i’ll take a closer look at it

I’ll try pressing down to engage the nut in the recess

I may… even drill a side hole .. or two in the lower housing just about where the nut is and try to jam the nut with a nail or something allowing me to unscrew the bolt …I can always JBweld that hole later after reassembly with new friction pads

If I don’t get to fix this the owner will have to get himself a few cedar shingles 🙂 to keep his motor straight

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