John Deere A rod bearings

DanHoman · Feb 25, 2010

I have a 1946 production "A" tricycle John Deere. Recently I took it down the road and it began knocking when engine was slack. Couldn't hear it when it was pulling. I know my old un-styled B had babbit rods, but I don't know if the A has inserted rod bearings or babbit. Does anyone know for sure which type it is supposed to have?

730-LP · Feb 25, 2010

If it hasn't been changed it will be babbit.The A's didn't come with inserts till the very end of production.You can use late A or 60 rods but you will need to have the crank checked for roundness and possibly turned.

teddy52food · Feb 25, 2010

Check & make sure the flywheel isn't loose.

Drew · Feb 25, 2010

Like Teddy said, check the flywheel. Also check the clutch driver and make sure it is tight too.

John Deere A rod bearings

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