Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Torque Specs for lawn mower blades., lawn mower blades, torque specs

Question
Not sure how tight to make my lawn mower blades. I have a push behind and a rider anyone have any ideas? The push mower is a craftsman and the rider is a cub cadet. Right now I have them torqued to 50 foot lbs.

Answer
Hello Adam:

>>The Blades are Usually Torqued to 125 to 150 Foot Pounds.
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John

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John