Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): about a John Deere Push mower, jx75, loud noise


Question
well i mowed my lawn the other day and as i was pushing it back to the truck to load it up i heard a loud noise, at this time the blade was not rotating and i was using the self propel to walk it over faster.  Well the next thing i know the blade came from under the back so it fell off.  Well the bold that connects the blade to the engine was split in half, half of which is still up in the threading.  What do you suggest i do?

Answer
Drill the bolt out and put in a new one. If you have a JX75 you can replace just the lower half of the clutch. If it a 14SB you may or may not be able to replace half the clutch.

Any good dealer should be able to replace the bolt for about 35.00 plus parts.