QuestionThe pull cord broke on my cultivator. I don't know how to remove the clutch rotor assembly to access the cord pulley. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
AnswerHello Tom:
>>Sorry for the Delay, but I had a Family Emergency come up and it kept me away all day. I am Usually able to Answer Questions within 12 to 18 Hours.
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Unit at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM (MTD) and Enter the Model Numbers (BL410). Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Unit you Wish to View. Select the Engine Assy File.
>>Inside the Nose of the Clutch Drum there may be a Torx Screw that Holds the Clutch Drum.
>>Once the Clutch Drum has been Removed, then
The Following is a "General" "Chainsaw/Trimmer Clutch Removal" File. **To Hold the Crankshaft for Removal of the Clutch; Purchase a Bolt that is 3" to 4" Long and has the Same Diameter and Threads as the Spark Plug. Carefully Insert the Bolt Into the Engine Until it Contacts the Piston. If the Bolt is too Short, then Slowly Turn the Engine in the Same Direction you are Going to be Turning the Clutch Until the Piston Contacts the Bolt. Now to Remove the Clutch. If you do Not have the Clutch Tool for an Impact Wrench and are Doing this By Hand (no air compressor and/or not the correct socket), then Use a 2" Wide, Flat Chisel and a Shop Hammer or a 22oz Hammer and Hit the Outer Part of the Thick Ear in the Same Direction that the Engine Turns During Operation.**
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
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John
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John
