OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Walk Behind Lawn Mower Frames Question On Scott Bonnar Cylinder Mowers Removal of Edger Attachment Main Driveshaft. Help!

Hi all,

I have been lucky enough to be given 3 sb45's!!! I've turned one into a groomer, one is in reasonable mowing condition and the last one is needing some love. My plan is to rebuild the last one and when that is going, rebuild the other mower.

I am stripping the mower down completely but I can't remove the main drive shaft. It's a series one sb45 that had a pulley for the edger. If anyone could lead me in the right direction, that would be great!



Thanks in advance.

Hello Wotwot

It probably would have been easier doing this with clutch and engine
in situ. Relevant instructions are here.

https://www.outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/58163/MODEL_45_-_Edger_Fitting_Instr.html

An old chain wrapped around the sprocket (to protect it) and a plumber's wrench
over that should lock the shaft so that a bar can be inserted to unscrew
the boss. It's a regular RH thread.

Alternatively, you could refit the reel sprocket and chain and lock the
reel with a wooden hammer handle or block of wood. Then unscrew the boss.

Hope this helps.
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Jack

Cheers Jack, I'll give it a go. This was the only one that didn't come with an engine.