To swap power torques, I have suspended the mower on two opposing lawn chairs and kneel next to it and reach under to fit the bolts. I can stick my head under there to check the alignment of the engine mounting bores.
For removing the blade carrier I lift the rear and lean the handles against the fence and chock the front wheels to stop it wandering.

Last edited by Mowerfreak; 12/05/19 01:09 AM.
Ahh, if only victa had kept producing the thumblatch catcher series, they would be in better shape today!