Southeastern Tipton County, Indiana | schmid94 - 1/25/2023 12:30 Left rear wheel seal was leaking, have it torn apart to the seal, and had a couple questions. Is it necessary to drain transmission to do this? Maybe halfway or something? Also, how hard would I have to lift on bare axle to check bearing play? Lifting pretty hard(rocking the tractor slightly), I can’t feel anything. Thanks!
The bearings are adjusted to a preload so any measurable movement is too much.
You didn't say which model or how many hours which would be more useful than using that stupid nickname.
I never drain the oil but I have ways to easily raise it high enough to stop the dribbles. You might want to drain 5-10 gallons out to stop the dribbles.
There was an updated multi lip seal that required a Heavy wear ring to be installed over the standard wear surface. This new ring will protrude out from the standard ring a noticeable amount.
Make sure you are getting the correct parts.
see Service Bulletin S-4988
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Rear Wheel Seal on Boxcar Magnum
