FRONT AXLE A~D· SPINDLES
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Removal
Raise tractor and block securely. Remove
the drag links from the steering arm. Re-
move the key and n~t f.rom the fronto! radius
rod. Slide 'axle assembly back until free of
tractor.
Check the spindle shafts and radius rod bush-
ings for wear.
H worn .020" or more, they
should be replaced.
Assembly'
The radius rod bushings are .755" and are
pre-fit. The spindle bushings are 1.126"
and must be reamed after pressing into
--place.
The "toe-in" adjustment of front wheels must
be made each time the axle is repaired or
wheel spacing changed. The "toe-in" is 0"
to 1/16".
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FRONT WHEELS
Removal
Raise the front wheel from floor and block
solidly. Remove the hub cap, key and nut
from axle. Pull wheel. Pull inner bearing
and oil seal. The bearing cups may be driven
from hub.
Check the bearings for wear, chipping and
roughness.
Assembl)l;
Always use a new
011 seal. Clean the parts
thoroughly and dry the bearings of cleaning
fluid. Pack with *2 wheel bearing grease.
Adjust bearingS~'." a f~ee rolling fit without
(·nd play or bind41g.
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