

Twist the bolt counter-clockwise to remove it and put it in a secure place.

Optional: place a wooden block against the mower blade and the mowing deck to stabilize the blade while you unscrew the bolt. 6-point sockets will fit John Deere bolts more securely than 12-point. Match the correct sized 6-point socket to the bolt securing the mower blade to the deck, then attach the socket to your ratchet. Whether you have a riding mower or a tractor with a separate mowing deck, our experts recommend jacking up your equipment and not trying to remove blades from a deck that isn’t attached to your tractor. Now you can easily access the bolt, securing the mower blade to the mowing deck. Raise the mower as high as the jack will lift it, securing your equipment with jack stands underneath for stability. Place a floor jack (available at auto parts stores) underneath the front of your riding mower, making sure it makes contact at the proper lift points. Blade balancer (store-bought or homemade).Ratchet - preferably pull-handle with 6-point sockets.The experts at John Deere have laid out the process in a few straightforward steps. We’re glad you came here for the necessary know-how on sharpening your mower blades. It’s no surprise that if you cut your own grass you have the gumption to maintain your own mower. How To Make your riding mower the sharpest tool in the shed Orci varius natoque penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus.A step-by-step guide for sharpening your mower blades Praesent congue turpis in urna venenatis fringilla.

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