David: I very much doubt that kaisen would see your question since he only had One post in the old Gardenweb Seven years ago. However, I suspect that there eventually be an old reader who has messed with the transmission who might see your post. I have, and have read the manual but have had no need to get into the transmission. I just googled and you can find a manual HERE. I have used my manual for some issues. It is designed for home users with regular rather than advanced tools but certainly expects a basic practical experience working on an auto or similar.

Thanks for the info. I'm absolutely in love with: Briggs & Stratton I/C OHV Horizontal Engine  205cc, 900 Series, 9.00 Gross Torque, 3/4in. x 2 27/64in. Shaft, Model# 122032-0536-B8 HOWEVER, the reality is, this is a 40 buck 1976 Horse I that I have torn completely down, cleaned up 33 years of abuse (parked behind somebodys barn) and repainted. It needs tines and tires yet. The motor just isn't worth saving, but may bring a few $$ on Craig's List. The tranny seems O.K.(I changed the oil and it looked good) and no slop in the shafts). The 66015-OVGA (not available in CA) at 139.99 appears to be exactly the same as the 66014-1VGA at 159.99 which is CA certified. Regards, Ford RI

That's good advice. There are plenty of engines available at places like Harbor Freight and Northern Tool if you can't find it locally. What you need to know is the horsepower, type (vertical vs. horizontal), shaft size, the mounting hole configuration, stuff like that.

Looks like my tiller is a Forward rotating tines tiller; and I was going to deep on first pass. I found a few threads once I identified the problem. Here's one: http://www.mytractorforum.com/61-troy-bilt-forum/99862-out-control-tiller.html I just need to start much shallower, and make more passes until the ground is pretty broken up.