Toro rear engine rider model #56150 brake not working

12 years ago

I just bought a Toro professional 8/32 rear engine rider model # 56150 and can't figure out how to get the brake to work. The brake foot lever moves freely. I followed the linkage back to the transmission and can't seem to figure out how it is suppose to work. When viewing nothing seems to be missing but I'm sure there must be a part missing. I've viewed the transmission on parts tree and can't figure out what is missing. The brake lever is attached to the transmission but there isn't anything connected to it that might stop the transmission moving. (looks like something is suppose to press up against circular wheel looking diaphram?). Any ideas?"

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tomplum
12 years ago
Does the stick go all the way to the ground? :)
Pull the transmission diagram up on partstree and look at the brake assy, then you should be able to see what is involved. Sometimes it is a matter of tightening the nut on the outside of the brake arm an extra turn. If you do this and it works, just verify that the brake is fully releasing and all is fine. Sometimes the 2 pins that are activated by the arm are corroded and will seize or pads become warn- stuff like that. Let us know how you do.
Stevep801
Original Author
12 years ago
ok,....tightening the nut would have been too easy...lol. I pulled off the brake assembly....after snapping off one of the bolts. the pins were frozen in place and the brake pad was broke in half. tap and die on the broken off bolt, pins are freed up and everything looks to be in order. now just need to order the brake pad.
Thanks a ton for your help Tom.
I gave $120 for the machine and it runs perfect. hope to turn it for $300 this summer. 12/32 toro professionsl #56175
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tomplum
12 years ago
They were great little riders. Cut real well too. Glad it is handled.