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Troy-Bilt Small Frame Tillers
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7.13. Remove the rear bearing cap from the transmis-
sion housing using a scraper. See Figure 7.13.
7.14. Identify if there is a rear bearing cap gasket.
NOTE:
There are different thickness rear bear-
ing cap gaskets available to take up the end-play
for the drive shaft assembly.
7.15. Remove the sealant from the rear of the trans-
mission housing.
NOTE:
Use gasket eliminator during assembly.
7.16. Remove the sealant and gasket (if used) from
the rear bearing cap.
NOTE:
Use gasket eliminator during assembly.
7.17. Remove the rear bearing cap shims. See Figure
7.18. Measure the overall thickness of the rear bear-
ing shims using a dial caliper. See Figure 7.18.
7.19. Record the measurement _____.
NOTE:
This is for future reference.
7.20. Thoroughly clean the exposed portion (front) of
the drive shaft.
7.21. Hold the support washer and front tapered roller
bearing into the front race.
7.22. Slowly push the drive shaft assembly rearward
and out of the transmission assembly. See Fig-
ure 7.22.
NOTE:
If the front portion of the drive shaft will
not pass through the roller bearing, a rubber
mallet can be used for assistance. Do not us a
hammer.
Figure 7.13
Rear Bearing Cap
Transmission
Housing
Sealant
Figure 7.17
Rear Bearing Cap Shims
Figure 7.18
Dial Caliper
Shims
Drive Shaft Assembly
Tapered Roller Bearings
Race
Rear
Front
Support
Washer
Transmission Assembly
Figure 7.22