Hi Tezza, mate, it all depends on how the machine has been maintained.If a machine has been used in (or left out) in wet weather, surface rust can set in and make removal difficult...but not all machines are that way. My cotter tapped down without any probs...clutch slid off without a hitch...The engine shaft still had a layer of oil on it.

BTW, Tezza, now that the Scotty is all complete and looking great,are you going to change your profile pic and avatar?. The Scotty sure looks weird with it's grass deflector sticking out.... wink

Please do not PM me asking for support. Please post your questions in the appropriate forums, as the replies it may receive may help all members, not just the individual member.
Kindest Regards, Darryl grin