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Fig. 3-41
Fig. 3-42
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NSTALLATION
STEP 15-Installing the Long Linkage Rod Assembly
(Tools required–Two 3/4” wrenches and one 9/16” Allen wrench.)
1. Select one long linkage rod assembly along with one 1/2-13
x 2.00” long bolt, one 1/2-13 x 1.50” long bolt, two 1/2-13
lock nuts, and one 1/2” ID spacer. (See figure 3-39.)
2. Orient the linkage rod assembly so the the left hand
threaded parts are facing toward the front of the unit. (See
figure 3-40.)
3. Slide the rod end assembly into the tube of the front pivot
assembly. (See figure 3-41.)
4. From the outside, slide the 1/2-13 x 1.50” long bolt through
one wall of the tube. (See figure 3-41.)
5. Slide the 1/2” ID spacer onto the 1/2-13 x 2.00” long bolt.
(See figure 3-41.)
6. Slide the rod end onto the 1/2-13 x 2.00” long bolt. (See
figure 3-41.)
7. Attach one 1/2-13 lock nut and tighten to a 50 ft-lb
minimum. (See figure 3-42.)
8. Position yourself straddling the side tube as shown in figure
3-43.
9. Grasp the long tie rod assembly with one hand and lift it up.
10. With your foot push the foot pedal backwards until you can
line up the rod end with the attachment point on the rear
pivot arm assembly.
11. Slide the 1/2-13 x 1.50” long bolt through the hole in the rod
end and attach it to the rear pivot arm assembly.
12. Tighten the bolt to a 50 ft-lb minimum. (See figure 3-44.)
13. Slowly move the pedals and verify that the drive belt is
tracking properly in the idler pulley.
Fig. 3-43
Fig. 3-44
