Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): John Deer GX75 sheave/pulley removal, sheave pulley, propane torch

Question
I am trying to removal the sheave/pulley from the spindle on my John Deere GX75 30inch rear engine rider. I was wondering how it is removed. I don't want to try just whacking it because the pulley is still good it is just that the previous owner let it set for 5 years and the bearings are now seized. So I need to remove it in order to replace bearings or spindle.

Thanks
Steven

Answer
Hello Steven:

You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine and Mower at this Site Addy, http://jdpc.deere.com/jdpc/servlet/com.deere.u90490.partscatalog.view.servlets.H... and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Find. Then Select your Model from the Search Results Area. Then Select the Sectional File. Then Select the Section of the Mower you Wish to View Online. Select the Mower Deck File. Now Select the Mower Drive Belt, Sheaves, Spindle and Blades Folder. Remove the Lock Nut # 3. If the Sheave Does Not Pull Off Easily, then Use PB Rust Catalyst Penetrating Oil or Any Good Penetrating Oil and Allow it to Work for a Few Hours. Apply a Small Amount of Heat (Use a Propane Torch) to the Center of the Sheave to Expand the Sheave Away from the Shaft. If this Fails, then you are Going to have to Use a Puller and Possibly Replace the Sheave Due to Damaging the Sheave when Using the Puller. When Replacing the Sheave (either the Old One or a New One) Apply Never Seize to the Inside of the Sheave. The Never Seize Helps Prevent Rust from Forming Between the Sheave and Shaft and Makes Removal Easier Next Time a Bearing Requires Replacing. I Use Never Seize for Assembling Most Components on Lawn Equipment. 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. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John