Just changed my 4.6L intake manifold Saturday...found out this morning about this problem, luckily only a few miles from home...crazy they build this part with such a massive defect built in. I'll try this repair method and get back on the road, thanks!
@petedymondКүн бұрын
Glad the video was helpful, thanks for commenting!
@scottymurk2 күн бұрын
Thank you sir! I was about to buy clamps or a bearing puller. Finally i found your video and learned how to do it the easy way.
@erichfaust33663 күн бұрын
I'm getting out my grinder and I'm removing that wing so I can fit my socket in there...why they make shit like this is ridiculous.
@PurplePoodlePetBows6 күн бұрын
where can you get tthe plastic one way check valve like you got?
@petedymond6 күн бұрын
Inline Check Valve, 3/8" 10mm ABS One Way Check Valve, Non Return Check Valve for Water Fuel Gas Liquid Air a.co/d/7LWZZMN
@PurplePoodlePetBows5 күн бұрын
@@petedymond Hey thank you there my friend. I dont know why it still shows my wifes business when I post-lol but you had to only model here that was same as mine and I sure do thank you for taking time and posting and also for having patience with me on this.
How to destroy a backing plate/ dust shield because I don't want to do the job right.
@petedymond14 күн бұрын
So please make a video showing how it should be done... BTW in the rust belt the dust shields just rot and fall off and it's just fine
@jonathancamardo42215 күн бұрын
Plastic cup - great tip. I’m going to start spraying mine. Repeat application is no problem for me. It will take a while to knock out the roots permanently, but I’ll keep after it. I just so happen to have both these products in the garage. Thanks 👍
@truman7716 күн бұрын
Thank u. Just did all belts and the steering rack on my 17 troy bilt
@haroldw905417 күн бұрын
When you spend the first 7 minutes on removing the wheel, I lost interest.
@petedymond17 күн бұрын
Yet you found the time to comment😂
@haroldw905417 күн бұрын
@@petedymond yes I did.
@whip205inthebam318 күн бұрын
After watching this video and a few others I've determined this lawnmower is not for me. I wouldn't touch it with a 10' pole. LOL
@petedymond17 күн бұрын
Its been a great mower for me! Sure it has some challenges but it cuts great!
@nlanfran119 күн бұрын
I have a question after doing my TB30R, I noticed after it all went back together that the lower drive belt rubs against the transmission in gear 3 or below. I swore I must have routed it wrong, but it looks identical to yours. I can see @59:03 your lower belt is pressed against the transmission as well. Do you have any issues with it rubbing at lower gear? I've bent that wire bracket over to push it away as it will surely eat right through the aluminum. Any tips would be appreciated! Thanks for the video it helped me replace my belts. And I used MTD belts
@petedymond19 күн бұрын
I can't see what you're referring to, but no I don't have any issues with rubbing
@yazenmohammad839124 күн бұрын
My tb30r is running properly but the blades will not stay engaged for a long time. It’s like it runs for a minute then stops. Does anyone have the solution? I replaced the plunger switch and it still has the same problem as before. Is it a belt problem?
@petedymond23 күн бұрын
What stops? The engine cuts out or the blades stop turning?
@yazenmohammad839123 күн бұрын
@@petedymond The blades stop running
@yazenmohammad839123 күн бұрын
But the engine and everything else is fine
@IIIrdpower26 күн бұрын
Thanks for the video
@petedymond26 күн бұрын
I hope it helped! Thanks for the comment
@johntamulonis4626Ай бұрын
Love the part where you crumple up the instructions.
@petedymondАй бұрын
😂
@cerisano1Ай бұрын
It happened to me today. Aftermarket manifold was installed 3 months ago. Thank you for your video.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Sorry to hear that. It's unbelievable that they ship them with this mickey mouse cap
@baldeagle242Ай бұрын
Great video! I just replaced a deck belt for my neighbor and wasn't sure what that little arm was for. His was not broken, but I was still curious about why it was there. It looked like a manual engagement arm to me, but I knew that could not be what it was designed for. Now, I know, and you, my friend, have a new subscriber! 😃👍
@cherylwright9563Ай бұрын
Thank you as well! We wouldn't have been able to survive these belt issues without your great videos!!!!! The one regarding the belts for the transmission was extremely helpful!!!! I personally appreciate your detailed instructions and explanations.
@petedymondАй бұрын
So glad the videos were helpful! Thanks
@ta61cncАй бұрын
Thanks for sharing your fix for this. Someone’s brain waves flatlined when they designed this. Generally epoxies and plastics don’t mix do using some epoxy that’s meant for plastic might be better and scuffing with an abrasive and cleaning with acetone might help the epoxy adhere.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Fortunately the jb weld is just reinforcing the metal plug. Seems to be holding up perfectly
@ta61cncАй бұрын
I have this same intake on a F150. I might try the same fix.
@Rustsamurai1Ай бұрын
excellent!
@glennfields8121Ай бұрын
I purchased a 320CCA, AGM battery UL1 through Amazon for $69.99 as it should start the mower better and faster and last longer than the standard 200CCA, Non AGM UL1 that cost about $50. I'm hoping to get double the life which would be 5 or 6 years. I remove it off season (winter) and put it on a Battery Tender trickle charger for maintenance while it is out of the mower.
@vanabondmotoАй бұрын
If you install a lift kit but go half a$$ on it with rear blocks instead of custom leaf springs, you can access it
@petedymondАй бұрын
😂
@kollinhomer3019Ай бұрын
how has it held up?
@petedymondАй бұрын
Perfect!
@kollinhomer3019Ай бұрын
@@petedymond no more pop offs?
@danielgomes4754Ай бұрын
Good academic video. For your size lawn you could have been better off getting a 25 gal sprayer.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Yeah but I converted a sprayer I already owned for less than $100...
@dancarey362Ай бұрын
ALSO , THE CLEAREST, PRECISE AND FULLY EXPLAINED VIDEO BOTH IN PIX & FUNCTION OF THE MECHANICALS. GREAT JOB
@dancarey362Ай бұрын
so, what i learn in your video is there are a total of 3 belts on the tb30r 2 DRIVES + 1 BLADE BELT IS THAT CORRECT?
@petedymondАй бұрын
Yes, 3 belts
@PhillydispatcherАй бұрын
Great video again. Thank you! I learned from doing the other belts) and your video) that this one would not require removing the deck. Anyway, the one thing I noticed that was different on my Tractor, was the spring placement. You went from the top in and down. Mark 8:25 My Tactor had that reversed and was fed up, which came from the manufacture this way and maybe does make better productive functioning sense based on the mechanism function in itself, that would hold better.
@PhillydispatcherАй бұрын
Okay, I'm on board with a shout out to you for this video!! You really straightened me out. I wasted a day trying not to do things, that you showed me had to be done. I finally, dropped the main pully and saw how I must loosen the other 2 pulleys. After this video, I was 100 % positive my belts, were the correct ones and also on the correct pulley. So, when I was all completed, and my mower wouldn't start (Acting like dead battery) I was convinced nothing, you and I did was off. So further troubleshooting (Battery fuse okay) on my part found that the switch sensor on the bed I dropped and cleaned, was not installed correctly. Again, thank you I was sure it was something like this. The rest of the story goes like this. She backed out of the Driveway, went into gear, and worked better than ever! Yes, I had to use a makeshift crowbar, and man handle the impact bolt, but once it broke free, it was easy after that thanks to you and your very detailed and well explained video. I appreciate you having taken the time. I only hope my reinstalling the same bolt with the RFT method holds good for awhile. :)
@petedymondАй бұрын
Great job! I'm glad the video helped
@tylerraffensberger3756Ай бұрын
Is this still holding up ? About to do this
@petedymondАй бұрын
Perfect so far!
@tylerraffensberger3756Ай бұрын
@petedymond even with romping on it? My caps would blow off if I were to get on the gas pretty hard and run the rpms up to redline.
@JamesBrown-js3lmАй бұрын
Tip: Break the bolt loose before you jack it up.
@TedP007Ай бұрын
Based on years of off road motorcycle experience, putting "grease" on something exposed to a dirty environment causes the formation of a grinding compound, which will wear the parts faster than if they were left unlubricated. So when you replace this next time try leaving it dry & pls report back with another video.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Just following the manufacturer installation instructions. They have grease points all over that are exposed to dirt, so I'm not sure what's worse, no lubrication or dirty grease?
@philliphall51986 күн бұрын
I will take a chance and keep using all the grease I can 😊
@EricWalker-jc6kzАй бұрын
I'm surprised people asked how to remove a battery that is literally in the wide open viewing area....
@petedymondАй бұрын
No one asked but I make videos as I do repairs in case they're helpful, which has been the case for some less mechanically inclined folk.
@greghenry713Ай бұрын
Just built this today and it works great. Bought everything but the box from Amazon. I plan on designing and printing a custom box. It’s meant to be a portable fluid pump for whatever. I also thought about using it in a camp shower.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Nice! A higher gpm pump would work great for a shower!
@TedP007Ай бұрын
Why not drain the fuel & oil & lift the front until it stands on its back to access the bottom ?
@petedymondАй бұрын
If that works for you, go for it. Not sure it would make it easier though?
@garysobczak9931Ай бұрын
This was one of the best "How to" videos EVER! Thank you for the detailed step by step process.
@petedymondАй бұрын
I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting
@ModernExcusesАй бұрын
How did you attach the plastic piece to the sprayer base?
@petedymondАй бұрын
The black plastic sheet was cut to shape using a jigsaw and sanded to make the edges smooth. Then I drilled through the plastic into the metal tube frame and pop riveted it on. I only drilled through the top of the tube, not all the way through if that makes sense.
@koden24Ай бұрын
Mr. Demond, I’m from Jacksonville, I own this Mower. Thanks for the training!
@grahamburkum7811Ай бұрын
Bless you
@joseandrade8142Ай бұрын
I just removed one from my house, I removed the stump, but some roots were left there. I wonder if the roots alone will shoot new sprouts. One question, did you remove the stump?
@petedymondАй бұрын
I removed the stump and yes the remaining roots will sprout
@joseandrade8142Ай бұрын
@@petedymond thanks for the info and the reply.
@programmingchicagoАй бұрын
I am having an issue with the brake sticking. As I mow, it eventually releases all the way, but it is annoying, and probably not good for the brake or transmission. Any answers on how to fix something like this? Thank you.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Probably the mechanism needs to be cleaned and lubricated.
@jeffharden7765Ай бұрын
Thank you! So simple. Great videos. I’ve had practically no breaks for over a year and learned to shift very quickly to keep from ending up in my culvert 😂
@petedymondАй бұрын
Glad it helped!
@J.HaggisАй бұрын
Please note that the spring as seen from the very beginning of the video is upside down. It should be installed coming up from the bottom of the lever.!!!!!!
@petedymondАй бұрын
Not according to the parts diagram? Where did you get that from? jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/troy-bilt/13-lawn-tractors/2015-models/13cc26jd011-tb30r-2015-tb30r-neighborhood-rider-13cc26jd011-2015/mower-deck-30-inch
@J.HaggisАй бұрын
@@petedymond All other videos show it comes in from underneath. I see it shows the hook facing down in the parts list - but the actual installation should be the other way round. I actually have the CC30H which is almost identical and it definitely makes a note that you do not install it as you have shown.
@J.HaggisАй бұрын
@@petedymond Hi Peter just checked on line again and the two I checked all had the cable coming from underneath kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4yjza2fct3ef9o.html
@fashizzlemanizzle4808Ай бұрын
Mine fell to the foot rest and I have to keep it pulled up with a dog leash to be able to cut grass. Have to keep pulling on it the whole time I’m cutting. Wears out my arms. lol
@petedymondАй бұрын
Broken spring
@jimdavidge4856Ай бұрын
Good job. Helped me a lot. Very well presented. Liked the extra tips.
@petedymondАй бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for commenting
@jr50mk502 ай бұрын
great vid
@shihanjulio2 ай бұрын
Great video. Do you have one on changing the drive belt??
Hi brother dose the battery not have a built in bms so it won’t let it over discharge? To my knowledge, thanks for sharing 🙏
@petedymond2 ай бұрын
No, DeWalt batteries do not
@paulstir2 ай бұрын
@@petedymond oh ok , thanks 👍
@michaelhirz2082 ай бұрын
That rotor is probably bent now
@petedymond2 ай бұрын
I was replacing them...why else would you be removing them??😂
@worlukk2 ай бұрын
the issue is the design of the units steering. it's complete garbage. the motor is good, blade is nice.. it's real comfy, but there are several kill switches built into it for some reason. the lower red plastic piece above the piece you took off has a kill switch in it for some reason. ive used my tb30r for a few years and the only significant design flaw that stands out is the entire steering solution. i was interested in the kit until i saw you turn the wheel after you installed it. same massive play in the steering, it's loose even after the upgrade kit.. a completely new steering solution is needed regrettably. good video.
@petedymond2 ай бұрын
I've done a couple for friends mowers too. It's a significant improvement over the original set up. Not perfect, but way better
@worlukk2 ай бұрын
@@petedymond I ordered the kit which cost 16.95 usd and it arrived the next day, installed it in 15-20 minutes taking my time cleaning up the front end area. Kit is a direct replacement and bolts on without any modifications. No need to be concerned with lining up the steering wheel to indicator, as you can adjust the steering wheel post install precisely. My troy-bilt tb30r handles completely differently now. The stock steering cost me a fence post and 2 mower blades. The kit steering is a vast improvement and makes the mower feel like it's got Cadillac steering now.
@SP-yn4md2 ай бұрын
TWO THINGS....YOU NEED TO BACK OFF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE SHOES...THEN HIT IT LIKE A MAN.. NO NEED TO BUY MOST TOOLS, AUTO PARTS STORE RENT TOOLS FOR FREE....
@petedymond2 ай бұрын
3 things, the parking brake shoes were spanked and the rotor turned freely. I beat the fire out of it. The parts stores in my area don't rent a puller that will do the job. I guess the bonus footage was for you...
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Just changed my 4.6L intake manifold Saturday...found out this morning about this problem, luckily only a few miles from home...crazy they build this part with such a massive defect built in. I'll try this repair method and get back on the road, thanks!
Glad the video was helpful, thanks for commenting!
Thank you sir! I was about to buy clamps or a bearing puller. Finally i found your video and learned how to do it the easy way.
I'm getting out my grinder and I'm removing that wing so I can fit my socket in there...why they make shit like this is ridiculous.
where can you get tthe plastic one way check valve like you got?
Inline Check Valve, 3/8" 10mm ABS One Way Check Valve, Non Return Check Valve for Water Fuel Gas Liquid Air a.co/d/7LWZZMN
@@petedymond Hey thank you there my friend. I dont know why it still shows my wifes business when I post-lol but you had to only model here that was same as mine and I sure do thank you for taking time and posting and also for having patience with me on this.
That's not a Briggs engine!
www.homedepot.com/p/Troy-Bilt-30-in-10-5-HP-Briggs-and-Stratton-Engine-6-Speed-Manual-Drive-Gas-Rear-Engine-Riding-Mower-with-Mulch-Kit-Included-TB30B/323026891
Its been 7 month's. Whats the deal? Did it last
Yup, 💯
How to destroy a backing plate/ dust shield because I don't want to do the job right.
So please make a video showing how it should be done... BTW in the rust belt the dust shields just rot and fall off and it's just fine
Plastic cup - great tip. I’m going to start spraying mine. Repeat application is no problem for me. It will take a while to knock out the roots permanently, but I’ll keep after it. I just so happen to have both these products in the garage. Thanks 👍
Thank u. Just did all belts and the steering rack on my 17 troy bilt
When you spend the first 7 minutes on removing the wheel, I lost interest.
Yet you found the time to comment😂
@@petedymond yes I did.
After watching this video and a few others I've determined this lawnmower is not for me. I wouldn't touch it with a 10' pole. LOL
Its been a great mower for me! Sure it has some challenges but it cuts great!
I have a question after doing my TB30R, I noticed after it all went back together that the lower drive belt rubs against the transmission in gear 3 or below. I swore I must have routed it wrong, but it looks identical to yours. I can see @59:03 your lower belt is pressed against the transmission as well. Do you have any issues with it rubbing at lower gear? I've bent that wire bracket over to push it away as it will surely eat right through the aluminum. Any tips would be appreciated! Thanks for the video it helped me replace my belts. And I used MTD belts
I can't see what you're referring to, but no I don't have any issues with rubbing
My tb30r is running properly but the blades will not stay engaged for a long time. It’s like it runs for a minute then stops. Does anyone have the solution? I replaced the plunger switch and it still has the same problem as before. Is it a belt problem?
What stops? The engine cuts out or the blades stop turning?
@@petedymond The blades stop running
But the engine and everything else is fine
Thanks for the video
I hope it helped! Thanks for the comment
Love the part where you crumple up the instructions.
😂
It happened to me today. Aftermarket manifold was installed 3 months ago. Thank you for your video.
Sorry to hear that. It's unbelievable that they ship them with this mickey mouse cap
Great video! I just replaced a deck belt for my neighbor and wasn't sure what that little arm was for. His was not broken, but I was still curious about why it was there. It looked like a manual engagement arm to me, but I knew that could not be what it was designed for. Now, I know, and you, my friend, have a new subscriber! 😃👍
Thank you as well! We wouldn't have been able to survive these belt issues without your great videos!!!!! The one regarding the belts for the transmission was extremely helpful!!!! I personally appreciate your detailed instructions and explanations.
So glad the videos were helpful! Thanks
Thanks for sharing your fix for this. Someone’s brain waves flatlined when they designed this. Generally epoxies and plastics don’t mix do using some epoxy that’s meant for plastic might be better and scuffing with an abrasive and cleaning with acetone might help the epoxy adhere.
Fortunately the jb weld is just reinforcing the metal plug. Seems to be holding up perfectly
I have this same intake on a F150. I might try the same fix.
excellent!
I purchased a 320CCA, AGM battery UL1 through Amazon for $69.99 as it should start the mower better and faster and last longer than the standard 200CCA, Non AGM UL1 that cost about $50. I'm hoping to get double the life which would be 5 or 6 years. I remove it off season (winter) and put it on a Battery Tender trickle charger for maintenance while it is out of the mower.
If you install a lift kit but go half a$$ on it with rear blocks instead of custom leaf springs, you can access it
😂
how has it held up?
Perfect!
@@petedymond no more pop offs?
Good academic video. For your size lawn you could have been better off getting a 25 gal sprayer.
Yeah but I converted a sprayer I already owned for less than $100...
ALSO , THE CLEAREST, PRECISE AND FULLY EXPLAINED VIDEO BOTH IN PIX & FUNCTION OF THE MECHANICALS. GREAT JOB
so, what i learn in your video is there are a total of 3 belts on the tb30r 2 DRIVES + 1 BLADE BELT IS THAT CORRECT?
Yes, 3 belts
Great video again. Thank you! I learned from doing the other belts) and your video) that this one would not require removing the deck. Anyway, the one thing I noticed that was different on my Tractor, was the spring placement. You went from the top in and down. Mark 8:25 My Tactor had that reversed and was fed up, which came from the manufacture this way and maybe does make better productive functioning sense based on the mechanism function in itself, that would hold better.
Okay, I'm on board with a shout out to you for this video!! You really straightened me out. I wasted a day trying not to do things, that you showed me had to be done. I finally, dropped the main pully and saw how I must loosen the other 2 pulleys. After this video, I was 100 % positive my belts, were the correct ones and also on the correct pulley. So, when I was all completed, and my mower wouldn't start (Acting like dead battery) I was convinced nothing, you and I did was off. So further troubleshooting (Battery fuse okay) on my part found that the switch sensor on the bed I dropped and cleaned, was not installed correctly. Again, thank you I was sure it was something like this. The rest of the story goes like this. She backed out of the Driveway, went into gear, and worked better than ever! Yes, I had to use a makeshift crowbar, and man handle the impact bolt, but once it broke free, it was easy after that thanks to you and your very detailed and well explained video. I appreciate you having taken the time. I only hope my reinstalling the same bolt with the RFT method holds good for awhile. :)
Great job! I'm glad the video helped
Is this still holding up ? About to do this
Perfect so far!
@petedymond even with romping on it? My caps would blow off if I were to get on the gas pretty hard and run the rpms up to redline.
Tip: Break the bolt loose before you jack it up.
Based on years of off road motorcycle experience, putting "grease" on something exposed to a dirty environment causes the formation of a grinding compound, which will wear the parts faster than if they were left unlubricated. So when you replace this next time try leaving it dry & pls report back with another video.
Just following the manufacturer installation instructions. They have grease points all over that are exposed to dirt, so I'm not sure what's worse, no lubrication or dirty grease?
I will take a chance and keep using all the grease I can 😊
I'm surprised people asked how to remove a battery that is literally in the wide open viewing area....
No one asked but I make videos as I do repairs in case they're helpful, which has been the case for some less mechanically inclined folk.
Just built this today and it works great. Bought everything but the box from Amazon. I plan on designing and printing a custom box. It’s meant to be a portable fluid pump for whatever. I also thought about using it in a camp shower.
Nice! A higher gpm pump would work great for a shower!
Why not drain the fuel & oil & lift the front until it stands on its back to access the bottom ?
If that works for you, go for it. Not sure it would make it easier though?
This was one of the best "How to" videos EVER! Thank you for the detailed step by step process.
I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting
How did you attach the plastic piece to the sprayer base?
The black plastic sheet was cut to shape using a jigsaw and sanded to make the edges smooth. Then I drilled through the plastic into the metal tube frame and pop riveted it on. I only drilled through the top of the tube, not all the way through if that makes sense.
Mr. Demond, I’m from Jacksonville, I own this Mower. Thanks for the training!
Bless you
I just removed one from my house, I removed the stump, but some roots were left there. I wonder if the roots alone will shoot new sprouts. One question, did you remove the stump?
I removed the stump and yes the remaining roots will sprout
@@petedymond thanks for the info and the reply.
I am having an issue with the brake sticking. As I mow, it eventually releases all the way, but it is annoying, and probably not good for the brake or transmission. Any answers on how to fix something like this? Thank you.
Probably the mechanism needs to be cleaned and lubricated.
Thank you! So simple. Great videos. I’ve had practically no breaks for over a year and learned to shift very quickly to keep from ending up in my culvert 😂
Glad it helped!
Please note that the spring as seen from the very beginning of the video is upside down. It should be installed coming up from the bottom of the lever.!!!!!!
Not according to the parts diagram? Where did you get that from? jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/troy-bilt/13-lawn-tractors/2015-models/13cc26jd011-tb30r-2015-tb30r-neighborhood-rider-13cc26jd011-2015/mower-deck-30-inch
@@petedymond All other videos show it comes in from underneath. I see it shows the hook facing down in the parts list - but the actual installation should be the other way round. I actually have the CC30H which is almost identical and it definitely makes a note that you do not install it as you have shown.
@@petedymond Hi Peter just checked on line again and the two I checked all had the cable coming from underneath kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4yjza2fct3ef9o.html
Mine fell to the foot rest and I have to keep it pulled up with a dog leash to be able to cut grass. Have to keep pulling on it the whole time I’m cutting. Wears out my arms. lol
Broken spring
Good job. Helped me a lot. Very well presented. Liked the extra tips.
Glad it helped! Thanks for commenting
great vid
Great video. Do you have one on changing the drive belt??
kzread.info/dash/bejne/qIOGzJWtlbeWdtI.htmlfeature=shared
Hi brother dose the battery not have a built in bms so it won’t let it over discharge? To my knowledge, thanks for sharing 🙏
No, DeWalt batteries do not
@@petedymond oh ok , thanks 👍
That rotor is probably bent now
I was replacing them...why else would you be removing them??😂
the issue is the design of the units steering. it's complete garbage. the motor is good, blade is nice.. it's real comfy, but there are several kill switches built into it for some reason. the lower red plastic piece above the piece you took off has a kill switch in it for some reason. ive used my tb30r for a few years and the only significant design flaw that stands out is the entire steering solution. i was interested in the kit until i saw you turn the wheel after you installed it. same massive play in the steering, it's loose even after the upgrade kit.. a completely new steering solution is needed regrettably. good video.
I've done a couple for friends mowers too. It's a significant improvement over the original set up. Not perfect, but way better
@@petedymond I ordered the kit which cost 16.95 usd and it arrived the next day, installed it in 15-20 minutes taking my time cleaning up the front end area. Kit is a direct replacement and bolts on without any modifications. No need to be concerned with lining up the steering wheel to indicator, as you can adjust the steering wheel post install precisely. My troy-bilt tb30r handles completely differently now. The stock steering cost me a fence post and 2 mower blades. The kit steering is a vast improvement and makes the mower feel like it's got Cadillac steering now.
TWO THINGS....YOU NEED TO BACK OFF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE SHOES...THEN HIT IT LIKE A MAN.. NO NEED TO BUY MOST TOOLS, AUTO PARTS STORE RENT TOOLS FOR FREE....
3 things, the parking brake shoes were spanked and the rotor turned freely. I beat the fire out of it. The parts stores in my area don't rent a puller that will do the job. I guess the bonus footage was for you...