I bought this old Honda HR194 "Easy Start" mower. I think that "Easy Start" bit is a touch over the top.The base is shot and the wheels have lost their bearings so I need to get it off the old base and I am having trouble. I can get the blade off but there is this large holder underneath the blade. If I use a puller the metal bends. I've never seen this type of holder before so if any of you know a trick on how to get it off please let me know. The second photo is the holder that is causing me a headache.

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