Verify Even Caster Fork Ground Pressure

What happens here

With the mower deck's weight removed, check the front caster forks by manually wiggling and feeling for resistance or 'play' in their movement. Ideally, both caster forks should feel similar in terms of resistance and ground pressure. If one caster fork feels significantly lighter or heavier than the other, it indicates an issue such as worn bearings in the wheel or fork, or a bent fork. These issues must be addressed before proceeding with deck leveling, as uneven caster pressure will compromise the accuracy of any deck adjustments.

Goal: Ensure both front caster forks have even contact and pressure with the ground.