How do I attach the mower deck to my John Deere 175 tractor?

Question

I just got a hand me down older John Deere 175 riding mower. All the attachments were off of it and I am trying to figure out how to attach the mower deck. Does anyone know where to find exploded views or manuals for older John Deere mowers online? I've almost got it on, but cant figure out how to attach a couple of the suspension bar / leveler things.
I don't really want to buy one, cause the father in law says he has it, just has not found it yet.

Got it attached today, but it vibrates quie a bit when mowing...Do I ned to tighten the belt or something?

Answer 1

If its sat for a while, before running it you shouldve gone over it, tune up, oil change, fuel filter - so you wont have to do this all later. With the deck vibration, it sounds like somethings either loose or sticking - did you check the deck out before putting it on? Like if the spindles turned freely, no blades were bent, ect. I hate to say this , but remove the deck and check it over- one bad bering will cause a vibration.
Kidd

Answer 2

If you just look at the deck and the tractor it should be fairly easy to tell what hooks where. At least on my craftsman it is.