Hi Guys,

An update and a few questions.

The 45:
I've had the cracks in the frame welded up and part of the way putting it apart for restore. Still waiting on some parts to arrive (clutch, seals) that were ordered during Christmas.

Thinking of getting the reel and bed knife sharped while Im waiting. Im looking for information/help to prep and paint the reel. I seen some post talk about powder coating. Can I just paint it by hand with out powder coating? Any tips on prepping the reel for paint and the type of paint to use?

The 430:
I want to remove the reel and bed knife so i can get sharpened at the same time as the 45. Im not sure about how the remove the drive belt and remove the reel? Photo below, any advice/tips?

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Thanks Again!

Ryan