How do you replace axle seal on bobcat 863?

I don’t have the manual for the 863, but if it’s like other Bobcat models, and all you need to do replace the axle seals, then there’s no need to remove the drive motors. You simply remove the big hex bolt on the outside of the wheel hub, remove the hub, then you can pluck out the axle seal and fit a new one.

What do you need to know about Bobcat seals?

Bobcat seals are specifically designed to prevent fluids from leaking through gaps in mating pieces of hardware on your track loader, skid steer loader, excavator, or other equipment.

Where is the front axle seal located on a four wheel drive car?

Found in the front axle of a four-wheel drive vehicle, the front axle seal is located inside of the differential housing in most cases. In certain applications, the front axle may contain a seal further out in the front axle, towards the steering knuckle.

When do you replace the front axle seal?

Replacement of the front axle seal is a very involved procedure, commonly requiring the front wheels to be removed from the vehicle to allow access into the front axle housing.

Bobcat seals are specifically designed to prevent fluids from leaking through gaps in mating pieces of hardware on your track loader, skid steer loader, excavator, or other equipment.

What happens when a wheel seal comes off?

As indicated above, when a wheel seal is bad, broken, or has come off, the wheel bearings are quickly damaged as well. When the wheel bearing is losing lubrication, the metal of the bearing will grind against the metal of the wheel hub. This will sound like a roar or grinding noise and will increase in volume and pitch as the vehicle accelerates.

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How much does it cost to replace a seal on a bobcat?

Whomever installed that seal prior to me owning the machine must have installed it too deep. It must have been rubbing on the circlip. I checked on the price of that special seal driver and alignment tool at the bobcat dealer when I went to get parts. Shocking, they were about $700 to $800 for the pair.

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How do you replace an axle seal on a bobcat?

You simply remove the big hex bolt on the outside of the wheel hub, remove the hub, then you can pluck out the axle seal and fit a new one. Keep in mind that hub/axle connection is a tapered shaft, they can be on there snug. Sorry, I had my terminology wrong.

How big is the axle seal on a bobcat 863?

Looks to be around five or 6 inches in diameter. I don’t have the manual for the 863, but if it’s like other Bobcat models, and all you need to do replace the axle seals, then there’s no need to remove the drive motors.

What is the repair manual for a bobcat?

Bobcat 463 Skid Steer Loader Service Repair Manual ( S/N 520011001 & Above, S/N 519911001 & Above ) Bobcat 463 Skid Steer Loader Service Repair Manual ( S/N 538911001 & Above, S/N 539011001 & Above )

How do you replace axle seal on bobcat 863?