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What to do if John Deere shaft leaks?

What to do if John Deere shaft leaks?

“I usually change out the shaft, bushings and seals all at once to cover all bases. The seals are tough but can be pulled out with an O ring pick or cotter pin puller.

Where does the hydraulic fluid leak on a J D tractor?

1520 J D leaks hydraulic fluid from both ends of the load control shaft. There is an o-ring with a flat seal that goes inside it.The shaft I’m referring to is where the 3 point hitch lift arms pivot at the rear end of the arms. J D stupidly ran this shaft thru the hydraulic/rear end housing.

How big is the shaft on a John Deere rockshaft?

Keep in mind that the left hand side of the rockshaft has two diameter shafts—one for the outer lift arm shaft and one for the inner lift arm shaft. Since these pictures were taken, I have added backup washers with the o-rings to allow more o-ring compression to the shaft when the original John Deere retainer is put over them.

How do you replace a John Deere load control shaft?

If you want to try just a seal replacement, they are tough, but can be pulled out with an o-ring pick, cotter pin puller, etc. Heat the new seal in boiling water and push it into place and roll it into the groove with a blunt tool so you don’t damage it. “I usually change out the shaft, bushings and seals all at once to cover all bases.

“I usually change out the shaft, bushings and seals all at once to cover all bases. The seals are tough but can be pulled out with an O ring pick or cotter pin puller.

1520 J D leaks hydraulic fluid from both ends of the load control shaft. There is an o-ring with a flat seal that goes inside it.The shaft I’m referring to is where the 3 point hitch lift arms pivot at the rear end of the arms. J D stupidly ran this shaft thru the hydraulic/rear end housing.

Keep in mind that the left hand side of the rockshaft has two diameter shafts—one for the outer lift arm shaft and one for the inner lift arm shaft. Since these pictures were taken, I have added backup washers with the o-rings to allow more o-ring compression to the shaft when the original John Deere retainer is put over them.

Why does my John Deere tractor keep leaking oil?

Especially frustrating can be the effort to repair these leaks, only to realize a short time later that you did not stop the leaks, you only slowed them down. A 420U (utility) owner who lives not far from me sent his tractor through a John Deere dealership to have the rockshaft leak areas repaired.

When to replace Seal on John Deere load control shaft?

Parts diagram of the load control shaft, seals and bushings for a 1520. The bushings that sixbales mentioned are item # 16 and should be replaced if you’re replacing the load control shaft seals. The bushings wear and don’t provide enough surface area for the O’ring and back-up ring to seal.

Why is my John Deere riding mower leaking oil?

When you put the cap back on after adding oil to the mower, it is easy enough to fail to tighten the cap properly afterwards. An O-ring seal on the opening keeps oil in the engine. Loosen the cap, remove the dipstick and press the ring firmly back into place before you tighten the cap again.

Where does hydraulic fluid leak on a John Deere tractor?

1520 J D leaks hydraulic fluid from both ends of the load control shaft. There is an o-ring with a flat seal that goes inside it.The shaft I’m referring to is where the 3 point hitch lift arms pivot at the rear end of the arms.

How to find part number on John Deere diagram?

Once you have found the part on a diagram click on the part number listed in the table below the diagrams. 35 diagrams found for John Deere (all Applications).

Parts diagram of the load control shaft, seals and bushings for a 1520. The bushings that sixbales mentioned are item # 16 and should be replaced if you’re replacing the load control shaft seals. The bushings wear and don’t provide enough surface area for the O’ring and back-up ring to seal.

Where can I get replacement John Deere parts?

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Where does the shaft go on a John Deere tractor?

Where the shaft goes into the housing, there is a round o-ring inserted into a grove inside the housing and then an o-ring with flat sides goes inside the round o-ring. Then the shaft slides thru the flat o-ring and thru the housing and out the other side.

Where the shaft goes into the housing, there is a round o-ring inserted into a grove inside the housing and then an o-ring with flat sides goes inside the round o-ring. Then the shaft slides thru the flat o-ring and thru the housing and out the other side.

Why are the bushings on my John Deere tractor not moving?

You mentioned that the bushings (#16) should be replaced because they wear. The shaft doesn’t move and is inside the sealing washers plus the o-rings. The bushings (#20) may get some wear because they’re at the pivot of the lift arm.

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Ruth Doyle