Section 80

MISCELLANEOUS
CONTENTS

GROUP 05 - REAR WHEELS Check Front Axle Pivot Wear ........... 80-10-02
Replace Front Axle Pivot Bushing ....... 80-10-03
Special Tools 80-05-01 Replace Front Axle Pivot Pin ........ .. 80-10-03
Specrfrcations 80-05-01 Replace Front Axle Pivot
Remove Rear Wheel ........ 80-05-01 Pin (MFWD) 80-10-04
Install Fiear Wheel . 80-05-03 Replace Knee Bushirg . 80-10-05
Flemove Rear Wheel Replace Wheel Bearings . 80-10-08
Weights. 80-0 5-04 Adjustable Front Axle Size
Install Rear Wheel Weights 80-05-05 ldentif ication 80-10-09
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Standard Front Axle Tread Settings .... . 80-10-10
Width Limitations 80-05-06 Adjusting Standard Front Axle 80-1 0- 10
Check lmplement-to-Tire Clearance ..... 80-05-06 Check Toe-ln (Adjustable Axle) ......... 80-10-11
Using Radial-Ply Tires ... 80-05-07 Adiust Toe-ln (Adjustable Axle) ......... 80-10-1 1
Choosing Rear Tread Width . . 80-05-07 Check and Adjust Toe-ln (MFWD) ....... 80-'10-12
Flear Tread Flanges . 80-05-07 Mechanical Front Wheel Drive
Change Fim Position on Tread Settings 80-10-14
Wheel . . 80-05-10 Set Steering Stops . . 80-10-1 6
Reverse Wheels on Axles 80-05-1 1 Adjust Steeflng Stop Screw 80-10-1 7
Dual Wheels 80-05-12 Steering Stop Positions Charts .......... 80-10-18
Determining lvlaximum Rear Install and Adjust Front Fenders ...... . . 80-10-20
Ballast .. 80-05,13 Use Correct Ttre Combrnations 80-10-24
Using Liquid Weight In Selecting Front Tire Roiling Direction . . . . 80-10-25
Rear Tires 80-05-14 Selecting Front Ballast 80-10-25
Determining l\raximum Front Ballast ..... 80-10-26
GBOUP - 1O FRONT AXLE Installing Front Weights 80.10-26
Using Liquid Weight In Front Tires ...... 80-10-27
Special Tools 80-10-01
Specilications 80-10-01

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Litho in U.S.A. 80-02 TM-1354 (Sep-87)
 Group 05
REAR WHEELS

SPECIAL TOOLS
NOTE. Order tools from your SERVICE-GAftD Catalog untess othewise indicated.
Number Name use

JDG-18 Snap Ring Tool Femove ax e snap r fig

Jr27 7 07 Wheel and Axle Lift Rernove wheel and trta alrivlt rrmoval

D-01045AA Bushing, Bearing and Seal Bemove bushrngs. bear ;rtls

Driver Set oear ng cuos anc s€al!.

SPECIFICATIONS
i Cap Screw I orqLre

Whapl Hal{ aloawa . 215 f.l ni r llj{j it-lbs)

Wheel Key Sleeve . . ,10,' N m i.;00 f1 lbs)
Wheel Weighf to-Wheel .
5/6 N ir (r25 ft' bs)
Rim Clampslo-Whee| ....... 230 N nr i:7C ft-lbs)

REMOVE REAR WHEEL

1. Use floor jack (A) to support side of tractor that wheel
is to be removed from.

2. Mount JT27707 Wheel and Axle Lift (B) on rear wheet.

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 3. Use JDG-18 Snap Ring Tool to remove snap ring from
end ot axle.

NOTE: Mark location of wheel center on axle so proper

wheel spacing may be maintained during
reassembly.

4. Loosen three key sleeve retaining cap screws (A).

5. Tighten two iack screws (B) EVENLY until key steeve

loosens.

NOTE: lf sleeve will not move, strike end of axle several

times with a heavy hammer and repeat sleeve
toosentng proceoure.

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 6. Turn pinion gear and carefully remove wheel from rear
axle.
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NOTE: lf wheel is difficult to break loose, also loosen three
half sleeve retaining cap screws (A) on inside of
wheel. lf wheel still will not break loose. strike end
of axle several times with a heavy hammer.

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INSTALL REAR WHEEL

Install wheel in reverse order of removal noting the following
special instructions.

1. Torque half sleeve retaining cap screws to 215 N.m (160

ftlbs.)

2. Back key sleeve lack screws out agarnst stop.

3. Torque key sleeve retaining cap screws to 407 N.m (g0O

ft-lbs.)

4. After driving tractor i00 m (i00 yds.), retighten all cap

screws to specified toroue.

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 REMOVE REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS

1. Connect support chain to wheel weight.

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CAUTION: Do Not apply excessive lifting force
to support wheel weight, binding could occur
during removal.

2. Support wheel weight with over head hoist.

Remove 3 wheel weight mounting cap screws (A)

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 A CAUTION: Wheel weight weighs approximatety
200 k9 (440 lbs.), use care in handling.

4. Carerully remove rear wheel wergnr.

NOTE; To remove inside wheet weight, remove wheel,

support weight and remove three special cap screws
A).

INSTALL REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS

lnstall wheel weight in reverse order of removal noting the
following special instructions.

1. Torque wheel weight-to-wheel mounting cap screws to

576 N m (425 lt-lbs ).

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 Rear Wheels

OBSERVE REAR WHEEL TREAD WIDTH

LIMITATIONS

CAUTION: For tractor stability, never operate

with single tires having lread width less than 60
in. (1520 mm).

IMPORTANT: Tires must have at least 1 in. (25 mm)

clearance with fenders (A). Distance be-
lween tires must be at least 42 in. (1070
mm), with tires equal distances from
center line (B).

To prevent interference ol draft links with

tires, when sway blocks are in upper
position (sway allowed), be sure distance
between tires is at least 46 in. (1 170 mm)
for Category 3 Hitch, or at least 43 in.
(1090 mm) lor Category 3N Hitch. Tires
should be equal distance from centerline
of tractor.

With dual tires, space between tires (C)

must be at least 4 in. (.100 mm). See Using
Radial Ply Tires, f or more information on
dual tire usage.

With single tires, do not exceed 110 in.

(2800 mm) between tires for pulling heavy
loads.

Pinion might be damaged if hub is tight-

ened at its very innermost position. Back
away trom end of rack at least 1/8 in (3
mm).

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CHECK IMPLEMENT-TO.TIRE CLEARANCE

IMPORTANT: When large diameter rear tires, such as
18.4-42, 2O.A-38, 20.8-42, ot 23.1-34, are
installed on a tractor with 3-ooint hitch.
a quick coupler or similar device is re-
quired to provide adequate implement-
to-tire clearance. Check clearance be-
tween outside diamater of tire and
imolement.

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 USING RADIAL-PLY TIRES
When radial-ply tires are used as inner dual tjres (B), outer
tires may be bias-ply or radial ply tjres (A). Do not use a radial
lire as an outside dual when a bias ply tire is used as an inner
ouat.

Trre Industry's star rating system for radial tires is shown on

tire along with ply rating it replaces.
Example: 18.4 B 38. (Replaces 6 pty)
Radial ply tires and bias ply tires have ditferent load caoacitv
ratings and inflation pressures.

CHOOSING REAR TREAD WIDTH

Certain tire sizes are available with different wheel tvoes
which permits different tread ranges. Types of wheeli are
illustrated.

Tread adjustment is usually made with the rack and pinion.

but you may need to change rim position on wheels or
reverse wheels on axles to reach certain tread widths.

Tread is measured between centers of tires. #3p

A-Heavy Cast Wheel
B_olfset Cast Wheel
C-Heavy Olfset Cast Wheel

REAR TREAD RANGES

Approximate tread ranges for each tire and axle size are
shown in the followinq charts.

Radial-ply tires do not require sDecial rims.

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 SINGLE REAR WHEEL TREAD SETTINGS
Tife Size 96 in. (2438 mm) Begular Arle 108 In. (2758 mm) Long Axle 118 In. (3012 mm) Extra Long Axle
Range Range Range
Heavy Cast Wheels

23.1-34. 65.0 in. to 90.9 in. 65.0 to 99.6 in. 65.0 in. lo 1 13.5 in.
(1650 mm to 2310 mm) (1650 mm to 2530 mm) ('1650 mm to 2885 mm)

24.5-32 68.5 in. to 99.2 in. 68.5 in. to 1 l'1.8 in. 68.5 in. to 121.8 in.
(1 740 mm to 2520 mm) (1740 mm to 2840 mm) (1740 mm to 3095 mm)

30.5-32 74.8 in. to 105.2 in. 74.8 in. to 1 17.7 in. 74.8 in. lo 127.8 in.
('1900 mm to 2670 mm) (1900 mm to 2990 mm) (1900 mm to 3245 mm)

Heavy Offset Cast Wheels

16.9-38 N.A. 60.2 in. to 1 19.1 in. 60.2 in. to 129.0 in.
(1530 mm to 3025 mm) (1530 mm to 3275 mm)

18.4-38 60.4 in. to 83.9 in. 60.4 in. to 96.5 in. 60.4 in. lo 106.5 in.
(1535 mm to 2130 mm) (1535 mm to 2450 mm) (1535 mm to 2705 mm)

20.8-38. 62.8 in. to 83.9 in. 62.8 in. to 96.5 in. 62.8 in. to 106.5 in.
(1595 mm to 2130 mm) (1595 mm to 2450 mm) (1595 mm to 2705 mm)

18.4-42. 60.4 in. to 81.9 in. 60.4 in. to 94.5 in. 60.4 in. to 104.5 in.
(1 535 mm to 2080 mm) (1535 mm to 2400 mm) ('1535 mm to 2655 mm)

20.8-42. 62.8 in. to 81.9 in. 62.8 in. to 108.7 in. 62.8 in. to 104.5 in.
(1595 mm to 2080 mm) 1595 mm to 2760 mm) (1595 mm to 2655 mm)

' For use with quick-coupler only

NOTE: Tread settings are the same lor radial tires.

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 TIRE TREAD SETTINGS

re stze 108 in. (2758 mm) Long Axie 118 in. (3012 mm) Extra Long Axte
Inside Outside Inner Range Outer Range Innea Range Outer Range

Heavy Otfset Cast Inside

Steel Wheel Outside

16.9-38 16.9-38 N.A. N,A, 56.8 to 88.0 in. 1 21 .8 to 1 35.5 in.

(1440 to 2235 mm) (3095 to 3440 mm)

18.4-38 18.4-38 60.4 to 74.2 in. 1 1 6.2 to 1 18.9 in. 60.4 to 84.3 in. 1 19.8 to 128.9 in.
(1535 to 1885 mm) (2950 to 3020 mm) (1535 to 2140 mm) (3040 to 3275 mm)

20.8-38', 20.8.38 " 62.8 to 69.3 in. 1 18.9 to 1 18.9 in. 62.8 to 80.2 in. '122.3 lo 128.7 in.
(1595 to 1760 mm) (3020 to 3020 mm) (1595 to 2040 mm) (3'105 to 3270 mm)

18.4-42- 18.4-42" 60.4 Io 7 4.2 in. 1 16.9 to 1 18.9 in. 60.4 to 84.3 in. 121 .9 to 1 28.9 in.
(1 535 to 1885 mm) (2970 to 3020 mm) (1535 to 2140 mm) (3095 to 3275 mm)

20.8-42' 20.8-42" 62.8 to 74.0 in.) '121.9 to 126.4 in. 62.8 to 84.1 in. '121 .9 to 136.4 in.
(1595 to 1880 mm) (3095 to 3210 mm) (1595 to 2135 mm) (3095 to 3465 mm)

Cast Wheel Inside

Steel Wheel Outside

24.5-32 18.4.38 71 .7 to 74.5 in. 1 18.9 to 128.9 in.

(1 820 to 1890 mm) (3020 to 3275 mm)
Four Heavy Otfset Cast Wheels

16.9-38 16.9-38 N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

18.4-38 18.4-38 60.4 to 74.2 in. 104.0 to 1 18.9 in. 60.4 to 84.3 in. 104.6 to 128.9 in.
(1 535 to 1885 mm) (2640 to 3020 mm) (1535 to 2140 mm) (2655 to 3275 mm)

20.8-38 20.8-38 62.8 to 69.3 in. 1 1 2.0 to 1 18.9 in. 60.4 to 80.2 in. 1 1 1 .4 to 128.9 in.
(1595 to 1760 mm) (2845 to 3020 mm) (1535 to 2040 mm) (2830 to 3275 mm)

18.4.42 18.4-42 60.4 to 75.0 in. 106.2 ro 120.9 in. 60.4 to 80.2 in. 108.7 to 127.1 in.
(1535 to 1 905 mm) (2700 to 3070 mm) (1535 to 2040 mm) (2760 to 3230 mm)
20.8-42' 20.8-42- 62.8 to 67.9 in. 112.4 Io 121.1 in. 62.8 to 81.5 in. 1 12.4 to 131.0 in.
(1595 to 1725 mm) (2855 to 3075 mm) (l595 to 2070 mm) (2855 to 3325 mm)
' For use with quick-coupler only

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 CHANGING RIM POSITION ON WHEEL

Deep well rims have only two possible positions on wheels.

Wider side of rim can be turned to inside (A) or outside (B). I

CAUTION: To prevent iniury from tipping or

falling tire, use appropriate tire handling equip.
ment or have the job done by your John Oeere
dealer.

NOTE,' To change rim position and maintain propet direction

of tire rotation, move each tire to opposite side of
trucIor.

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Rims with double rings (A) have four possible positions on

wheels (B). Clamps (C) can be mounted on either side oI
wheel and can engage either ring on rim.

Be sure clamps engage rim driving lugs (A).

Tighten clamps evenly. Strike each bolt head (B) (inner side
of wheel) with a hammer to seat bolts; then retighten bolts
to 1 70 lb-ft (230 N.m). Retighten bolts atter 100 yd (100 m)
with no load, then again after 3 and 10 hours work. Check
bolt tightness frequently.

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 To reverse wheels on axles and maintain proper direction
of tire rotation, move each wheel to opposite side of tractor.
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1. Remove snap rings (A) from ends o{ axles.

2. Slide wheels off axles. (See Adjusting Rack and Rinion

Wheels in this section.) lnstall on opposite axles.

3. Install snap rings on ends of axles.

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l-4.Back lack screws (A) all the way out against stop, but
do not force.

5. Tighten special bolts (B) to 300 lbJt (400 N.m). Retighten

bolts several times until all three stay tightened to specilied
torque.

6. Fetighten special bolts after driving 100 yd (100 m),

before placing tractor under loao.

7. Fetighten special bolts after 3 and 10 hours work.

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 DUAL WHEELS
IMPORTANT: 1. Space between tires (A) must be at
least 4 in. (100 mm).

2. Tighten and retighten retaining bolts

(B) as instructed under Tighten Wheel
Bolts Correctly, at the beginning ot this
section.

3. Be sure hub special bolts (C) and rim

clamps are kept tight.

4. When removing a wheel for single

wheel operation, always remove steel
disk wheel (D) and operate tractor on cast
iron wheel (E).
A-4 in. (100 mm) C-Special Bolte
Minimum Space D-Steel Disk Wheel
B-Retaining Bolts E--{ast lron Wheel

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 DETERMINING MAXTMUM REAR BALLAST Tlre Star Plv
Sl2e Rating Rating Capacity
Tire industry's star rating system for radial tires is shown
'16.9-38
along with ply rating it replaces. Radial-ply tires and bias-ply I 5560 lb (2520 kg)
tires have ditlerent capacity ratings. 1 8.4-38 6 5250 lb (2380 kg)
1 8.4R38 6 6000 lb (2725 kg)
Chart shows carrying capacity per tire. 18.4-38 8 5980 lb (2710 kg)
18.4-38 R2 8 5980 lb (2710 kg)
IMPORTANT:1. Do not overload tires. lf maximum 1 8.4-38 10 6980 lb (3165 kg)
weight shown in chart is not enough for 18.4R38 10 7150 lb (3245 kg)
satety, reduce load or install heavier ply 18.4-38 R2 10 6980 lb (3165 kg)
tires. 1 8.4-38 12 7880 lb (3575 kg)
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8.4R38 8050 lb (36s5 kg)
2. To extend drive train lile and avoid 18.4-42 I 6310 lb (2865 kg)
excessive soil compaction and rolling 18.4-42 10 7360 lb (3340 kg)
resistance, avoid adding too much baF 1g.4R42 10 7400 rb (3360 kg)
last. Ballast should never exceed the 14.4-42 8310 lb (3770 kg)
weight required to provide traction tor 18.4R42 8550 lb (3880 kg)
continuous full power loads in 7th gear 20.8-38 I 6820 lb (3090 kg)
(Power Shitt) or 81 (QUAD-RANGE) for 20.8R38 8 7150 lb (3245 kg)
two-wheel drive tractors. Bemove ballast 20.8-38 R2 8 6820 lb (3090 kg)
if tractor engine labors when pulling 20.8-38 10 7670 lb (3480 kg)
heavy loads in gears slower than Zth gear 20.8R38 10 8550 lb (3880 ks)
or B l respectively. When using front- 20.8-38 R2 10 7670 lb (3480 kg)
wheel drive, ballast may be increased in 20.8-38 7770 tb (3525 kg)
6th gear (Power Shift) or remain in 81 20.8-42 10 80s0 lb (3670 kg)
(OUAD-RANGE), to allow continuous full 2Q.8R42 10 9100 lb (a130 kg)
power operation. 23.'l -34 8 7100 lb (322s kg)
24.5-32 10 8700 lb (3945 kg)
NOTE; 20.8-42 tires can be used onty on MFWD equipped 24.5R32 10 8800 lb (3995 kg)
tractors. When equipped with these tires, the MFWD 24.5-32 R2 10 8700 lb (3950 kg)
should always be engaged during heavy draft use. 30.5-32 10 9100 lb (4130 kg)
Front ballast should be adequate to properly load
the front wheets. (See Ballasting MFWD Equipped
Tractors in this section.)

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USING LIOUID WEIGHT IN REAR TIRES I

CAUTION: Installing liquid ballast requires spe-

cial equipment and training. Have the iob done
by your John Deere dealer or a tire service store.

IMPORTANT: Cover rim completely with solution to

avoid corrosion, but NEVER fill any tire to
more than 90 per cent f ull. More solution
would leave too little air space to absorb
shocks. Damage to tire could occur.

A solution of water and calcium chloride provides sa{e,

economical ballast. Used properly, it will not damage tires,
tubes, or rims.

Use calcium chloride to prevent water from freezing. A

mixture oJ 3.5 lb. of calcium chloride per gal. (0.4 kg per L)
will not freeze solid above 50'F ( 45'C). Liquid Weight Per Tire
Tire Size (75% Fi[)
NOTE: Use ol alcohol as liquid ballast is not recommended.
Calcium chloide solution is heavier and more 16.9-38 910 lb (410 kg)
economtcal. 18.4-38 10 lb (500 kg)
1 1
18.4-42 1220 lb (550 kg)
Fill lubeless tires slightly above valve level (minimum 75 per 20.8-38 1420 lb (645 kg)
cent f ull) (A). Less solution would expose part of rim, possibly 20.8-42 1550 lb (700 kg)
causing corrosion. Tube-type tires may be filled to any level 23.1-34 1610 lb (730 kg)
below 90 per cent. Radial-ply and bias-ply tires hold same 24.5-32 1730 lb (780 kg)
amount of liquid. Chart shows how much each size holds 30.5-32 2200 lb (1000 kg)
if filled to 75 per cent full.

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 Group 10
FRONT AXLE

SPECIAL TOOLS
NOTE: Order tools from your SERVICE-GARD Catalog unless othetwise indicated.

Number Name Use

JT27702 Heavy Duty Fronl Tractor Support Jront end of tractor.

Splilting Stand

D-01045AA Bushing, Bearing and Seal Install bush ing, bearing, bearing
Driver Set cups and seals.

SPECIFICATIONS
Iterh Wear Tolerance

Front Axle Pivot Bushing 2 mm (0.080 in.)

Item Measurem€nt Dimension

Spindle-to-Knee End Play 0.3 mm to 1 mm

(0.010 to 0.040 in.)
Toe-ln (Adj Axle) 3mmto9mm
(la - 3/a in.)
Toe-ln (N/FWD) 0t3mm
(0 + 1/8 in.)

ADJUSTABLE AXLE
Cap Screw Torque

Steering Arm-to-Spindle ... 230 N.m (170 lbjt)

.47 N.m (35 lbjt)
..... 603 N.m (445 tb-ft)

MFWD AXLE

'See Rcplact Wheet Beanngs n ths secton

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 CHECK FRONT AXLE PIVOT WEAR
1 . Attach JT27702 Heavy Duty Front Tractor Splitting Stand
to side frames of tractor.

2. Atlach dial indicator base to front axle suooort.

3. Position contact point of dial indicator on bottom of front

axle pivot bolt washer and adlust indictor dial to zero.

4. Use splitting stand to raise front wheels off ground.

5. Read indicalor to determine amount of pivot wear. lf wear

exceeds 2 mm (0,080 in.), pivot pin bushing and/or pivot pin
should be reDlaced.

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 REPLACE FRONT AXLE PIVOT BUSHING
1. Remove front axle. (See Section 15, Front Axle.)

2. Flemove axle pivot bushing with 27515 (2 in.) pitot Disk,

27517 (zvs in.) Driver Disk and 27498 Driver Handle.

3. Install new pivol bushing with center line of X pattern

inside bushing aligned with grease litting (A). crease hote
(B) in bushing will be oflset 10" from aligning with grease
titting (A).

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4. Use driver assembly to install bushing flush with bottom

of chamfer in bushing bore (A)_

5. Install tront axle and grease pivot pins and bushing with
John Deere Multipuroose Grease.

6. Check front axle pivot bushing clearance. (See Check

Front Axle Pivot Wear in this section.)

NOTE: Replace front pivot bushing in steering motor using

the same procedure.

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REPLACE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN

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1 . Remove front axle. (See Section .15, Front Axle.)

2. Remove axle pivot pin with 27495 (3/ in.) pilot Disk,
27515 (2 in.) Driver Dask, and 27488 Driver Handte.

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 3. Use driver assembly to install pivot pin flush with pin bore
(A).

4. Install front axle and grease pivot pins and bushings with
John Deere Nlultipurpose Grease.

5. Check {ront axle pivoi pin clearance. (See Check Front

Axle Pivot Wear in this section.)

NOTE: Replace rear pivot pin in the steering motor using

the same procedure.

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REPLACE FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN (MFWD)

1 . Remove front axle. (See Section 15, Group 0S.)

2. Drive suitable plug (A) into large hole in pivot pin.

NOTE: Use a 7/8 in. cap screw or rod two to four inches
long

3. Inspect pin for cracks around small hole (B).

CAUTION: Do not install speciat fitting until

after welding is completed.

4. Weld plug (A) in place. ll crack has devetoped, wetd shut

lo prevent grease from leaking.

5. Install fitting adapter (B) into housing using Permatex No.

3 or equivalent to seal threads. (See Section 99 for
instructaons to make tool, order new pivot pin cap screw.)

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 6. Pump pin from bore using hand operated grease gun.

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7. Install pivot pin using 27496 (19/16 in.) pitot disk, 27S14
(1-15/16 in.) driver disk and 27 4gA driver handte.

8. Install front axle and grease pivot pins and bushings wilh
John Deere N4ultipurpose Grease.

NOTE; Replace rear pivot pin in the steering motor using

disks and driver.

REPLACE KNEE BUSHINGS

1. Use floor jack to support front axle at knee.
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2. Remove hub cap (A), cotter pin and retainino nut from
spindle.

IMPOBTANT: Use care in removing wheel and hub

assembly with bearings from spindle.
Bearing may be damaged by fall to floor.

3. Remove wheel and hub assemoty.

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 Ftont Axle

4, Remove steering armlo-spindle cap screw.

IMPORTANT: Support spindle while removing steering

arm. Spindle may be damaged by tall to
tloor.

5. Strike steering arm with lead hammer to loosen arm lrom

sp indle.

6. Remove spindle.

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7. Remove knee bushing.

8. Align grease hole of new knee bushing with grease fitting

in axle (A).

9. Use 27515 (2 in.) Pilot Disk,27517 (278 in.) Driver Disk

and 27 4BB Driver Handle to install bushinq into axle flush
with bottom of chamfer.

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 10. Install spindle in axle and align thrust washer with
locator pin (A).

11. Install steering arm on spindle.

'12. Torque steering arm-to-spindle cap screw to 230 N.m

(170 frlbs).

1 3. Strike sleering arm several times with lead hammer and

retorque steering arm cap screw.

14. Attach dial indictor base to jront axle.

15. Position contact point of dial indicator on steering

arm-to-spindle cap screw (A) and adjust indicator dial to
zero.

1 6. Move spindle up and down in knee to determine spindle

eno pray.

17. Spindle end play should be 0.3 mm to 1 mm (0.010 in.

to 0.040 in.). lf end play is not correct, add or subtract
washers to provide free turning of spindle with correct
steering arm end play.

18. Fleassemble and lubricate knee bushinq with John

Deere Multipurpose Grease.

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 REPLACE WHEEL BEARTNGS
1. Use floor jack to support front axle at knee.
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2. Remove hub cap (A), cotter pin and retaining nut from
sp indle

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3. Flemove wheel and hub assembly with bearings from
sprno te. r't
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4. Remove bearlngs (A) and inspect. (

5. Inspect bearing cups (B). r '.1v,"

6. Inspect oil seals (C) for leakage, cracks or brit|eness.
'i ori,r-

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[,*";;
cu ps.
In cut-out ln hub and drive out bearing

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8. Use punch to remove oil seal from spindle
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 Front Axle

NOTE. Wheel removed for illustrative purposes.

1 0. Drive new bearing cups into front wheel hub tight against
hub shoulders.

11. Pack bearing cones (A) with grease and install in hub.

12. As3emble front wheel hub and bearing cones on spindle

ancl pull into position with spindle nut (B). 6)
13. Adlust front wheel bearings by tightning spindie nut to T
47 N m (35 lbjt), then back off spindle nut rninimum amount
requrred tc insert cotler pin in sprndle. .*I "\
{ax

ADJUSTABLE AXLE SIZE IDENTIFICATION

Count the holes in the bottom row (A) of axle knee. This will
identify the length of axle on your tractor.

10 holes ' regular axle

11 holes - wide axle

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 REGULAR FRONT AXLE TREAD SETTINGS

I tre stze Rim Position Minimum Maximum

'1
1 .00-16 Valve Stem Out 58 in. (1 .47 m) 82 in. (2.08 m)

1 4L-1 6.1 Valve Stem Out 61 in. (1 .55 m) 85 in. (2.1 6 m)

to.fL- to. l Valve Stem Out 67 in. (1 .70 m) 87 in. (2.2't m)

NOTE. Rims not reversible.

WIDE FRONT AXLE TREAD SETTINGS

Tire Size Rim Position Minimum Maximum

11 .00-16 Valve Stem Out 66 in. ( 1.68 m) 94 in. (2.39 m)

14L-16.1 Valve Stem Out 69 in. (1 .75 m) 97 in. (2.46 m)

1 6.5t-16.1 Valve Stem Out 71 in. (1 .80 m) 99 in. (2.51 m)

NOTE. Fins are not reversible.

ADJUST STANDARD FRONT AXLE

IMPORTANT: Do not ptace iack under engine oil pan.

1. Jack up front end of tractor.

2. Remove bolt (A) from tie rod.

3. Remove bolts (B) from f ront axle.

4. Slide axle knee to desired position (C).

'l
r5. Install axle bolts (A). Tighten axte botts to 603 N.m (445
l
ft-lbs).

6. Install bolts
in tie rod (B) making sure tie rod is changed
same amount as axle. Tighten bolts to 47 N.m (35 fflbs).

7. AdJust other side in same manner. Both sides should

normally be adjusted to same spacrng.

8. Check toe-in each time tread is adjusted. See Checking

Toe-ln, this section.

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 CHECK TOE.IN_ADJUSTABLE AXLE
1. Steer front wheels straight ahead.

2. Measure distance between tires at hub level in front of

axle. Mark the point at which you measured.

3. Move tractor back about 1 m (3 ft.), so mark is at hub level

behind the axle. Again measure distance behveen tires, at
Same point on tire.

4. Measurement at front of tires should be 3 to I mm (1/8

to 3/8 in.) less than measuremenl at rear of tires.

ADJUST TOE-IN-ADJUSTABLE AXLE

1. Remove bolts from tie rod tubes (A).

2. Loosen clamps (B).

3. Rotate tubes to lengthen or shorten tie rods. Adjusttoe-in

to 1 /8 to 3/8 in. (3 to I mm).
NOTE: Adiust left-hand and right-hand tie rods to same
Iength, so tractor will turn equally sharp in either
direction.
4. Replace bolts and tighten clamps to 47 N.m (35 lb-ft).

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 CHECK AND ADJUST TOE.IN-MFWD
1. Disengage MFWD and park tractor on smooth, level
surface. Stop engine.

2. Center bell crank using manual steering. Measure from

edge ol side lrame to edge of bell crank. Distance on each
side L4UST BE equal.

3. Measure length of right-hand and letfhand exposed

steering cylinder rods or tie rods and determine difference.

4. lf difference is over 1 .5 mm (1 / 1 6 in.), shorten the longest

tie rod. Turn tie rod tube 1/4 revolution per millimeter of
difference.

5. Recenter the bell crank. (See step 2.)

6. Measure length of righfhand and le{!hand steering

cylrnder rods or tie rods.

7. Repeat until difference is tess than 1.5 mm (1/16 in.).

B. On the front and rear of tires, measure from the center

line of the righfhand tire to the center line ol the left-hand
tire at the same height above the ground, using an outside
bar of each tire or an inside bar of each tire. Fecord the
measurement. ll the lront is smaller, toe is in. ll the rear is
smaller, toe is out.

9. Determine the difference between front and rear meas-

urement. Measurement should be 0 t 3 mm (O + 1/g in.).

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10. lf 10e is not as specified. divide the dilference by four.

Each tire center line must be moved this distance.

11 Loosen tie rods nuts (A) and adjust each tire rod (B)
equallV

Approximale Change of
Rotation Tire Center Line

1/B turn 2 mm (1/16 in.)

1/4 turn 4 mm (3/ 1 6 in.)
1,/2 lunr B mm (5/ 1 6 in.)

12. As vrewed from outside of tire, turning tie rod clockwise

shorlens lenqth of rod

NOTE (:heck tte rads: nut wlth identification mark should

be ta outside. lf it is not, rotate tube in opposite
(ltrcctton or remove tte rod and turn end for end.

1ll. Bccenter bell crank. (See step 2.)

14. necheck toe. (Sec steps I and 9.)

'1
5 f toe s not as specified. repeat steps 10, 11 , 12, 13 and
14 as froeded.

16. Tohten tie rod nuts to 200 :: 40 N.m (150+ 30 lb-ft).

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 MECHANICAL FRONT.WHEEL DRIVE TREAD
SETTINGS (OFF-SET DISK)

Use diagrams as a guide to set rim and disk, to obtain desired

tread setting.

NOTE: Tread settings are measured at bottom centet line

of tire.

WITH 13.6-28, 14.9.28 or 14.9-30 TTRES

Valvc Stem Out Valve Stem ln

A--42.2 in. (1580 mm) E-73.0 in. (1850 mm)

8-66.7 in. (1690 mm) F-77.4 in. (1970 mm)
C--69.3 in. (1760 mm) G-80.0 in. (2030 mm)
D*73.7 in. (1870 mm) H-84.4 in. (2140 mm)
J-88.2 in. (2240 mm\-
. "J" position same as "H" position available only with
13.6-28 tires using special wheel spacer between disk
and hub.

wtTti 15.9,28 TTRES

Valve Stem Out Valve Stem ln

A--€0.2 in. (1530 mm) E-7 4.8 in. (1900 mm)

8-64.7 in. (1640 mm)
C'47.2 in. (1710 mm)
D-71.7 in. (1820 mm)
wlTH 16.9R-30
Valve Stem Out
F-79.3 in. (2010 mm)
G-81 .8 in. (2080 mm)
H-86.3 in. (2190 mm)
TTRES
Valve Stem ln

A-(Not Used) E-73.0 in. (1850 mm)

8--66.7 in, (1690 mm) F-77.4 in. (1970 mm)
H9.3 in. (1760 mm) G-80.0 in. (2030 mm)
A-73.7 in. (1870 mm) H-84.4 in. (2140 mm)
IMPORTANT: After settlng wheel spacing, torque rim-
to-disk bolts to 125 tb-ft (237 N.m). Adlust
fenders and steering stops as instructed
in this section.

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 MECHANICAL FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE TREAD VALVE STEM OUT VALVE STEM IN
SETTINGS (STRAIGHT DtSK)
NOTE: Tread settings are measured at bottom center line
of tire.

WITH 16.9.26 and 10.4-26 TTRES

Valvq St6m Oul
A-65.8 in. (1670 mm)
8-70.2 in. (1780 mm)

Valvo Sl6m tn
C_76.5 in. (1940 mm)
D-_€0.9 in. (2050 mm)

IMPORTANT: After setting wheel epaclng, torque rim-

to-disk botts to 175 lb-ft (240 N.m) and
dtsk-to-hub nuts to 406 tb-ft (550 N.m).
Adlust tenders and steering stops as
lnatructed In thls section,

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 Front Axle

SET MECHANICAL FRONT.WHEEL DRIVE

STEERING STOPS

IMPORTANT: Adjust lenders as instructed in this sec-

tion before setting steering stops.

1 . Select correct steering stop position {or tire size and tread
setting listed in the following Steering Stop Positions chart.
Steering stop position is indicated by 1, 2, 3 and 4.

IMPOBTANT: Position 3 and 4 require switching steer-

ing stops from one side of tractor to the
other.

2. Install steering stops to position jndicated by the chart.

(See illustrations of positions 1 ,2,3 and 4 for proper localion).

3. Torque steering stop retaining bolts (A) to 95 lb-ft (130

N m).

4. Turn wheel fully to the right. lmpact steering stop knuckle

housing screw to steering stop five times. Repeat for left
side.
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5. Retorque steering stop retaining bolts (A) to 95 lb-ft (130
N m).

Example: With a tractor equipped with 16.9-28 tires and a

tread setting of 60.5 in. (1540 mm), steering stops should
be positioned at setting "4".

RightHand Side lllustrated

STEER NG STOPS

Pos tron Turn Angle

l 50'
2 42'
3 34'
25',

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 Ftont Axle

ADJUST MECHANICAL FRONT.WHEEL

DRIVE STEERING STOP SCREWS
f
1. Refer to Steering Stop Posilions chart to obtain correct
washer letter code for tire size and tread setting.

NOTE: The letters a, b, c, d and e on the chart indicate the

number of washers* required under the steering
stop bolt (A) on the knuckle housing.

a-1 Washer
b--2 Washers
c_3 Washers
d-4 Washers
e-5 Washers

'Replacemen! washer is T2A168

2. Put number of washers required under each steering stop

bolt (A).

3. Tighten steering stop bolt to 65 lb-ft (90 N.m).

Example: A tractor equipped with 1 6.9-29 tires and a tread

setting of 60.2 in. ('1530 mm) requires a ,,d,,
setting oJ four washers under steering stop bolt
(A)

NOTE: These settings are based on manufacturers maxi_

mum tire sizes, when fenders installed, to allow 1
in. (25 mm) minimum clearance at maximum turn
and fully oscillated conditions of axle. Fenders may
deflect against side frame, and./or grille screen
during full turn and oscillatjon of axle.

S-Steering stop position and number of washer

(a:1, b=2, etc.)
A-lurn angle
R-Turn radius in meters (feet) with MFWO disengaged
without brakes
'-Turn radius with optional tietd installed spacers
"-Noi recommended due to steerjng restriction

(Legend for MFWO Steering Stop posiiions)

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 STEERING STOP POSITIONS (WITH FRONT FENDERS)
Tread 13.6-2E 14.9.28 14.9.30 16.926 , 16.926 16.92E r 16.9.30 1E.4.26 18.4.26
S€ttin9 R.1 R.t R.f R.1 R.2 R.1 R.l R.l R.2

60.2 in.
(1530 mm)
R
62.2 in. 3a 3ar4a
(1580 mm)
6.,1 t20 6t a 1 t25 4l
64.7 in. 36
(1640 mm) 340

65.8 in. 3a 4a
(1670 mm) 340 r 250

56.7 in.
(1690 mm) A1? 250
R 6.0 I E.4
57 .2 in.
(1710 mm)
R
2a
(1760 mrn) 47
R 5.8 t1l 5-7
70.2 in. ito 3dr4d
11780 mm) i 250

7'1.7 in.
(1820 mm) A

73.0 in. 1d 'la

(1850 mm) 50" 500
5.3 (17
73.7 in. ld 1a
(1870 mm) 500 500 4?
R 5.5
74-8 in.
(1900 mm)

76.5 in. 1d
(1940 mm)
R 6.1
77.4 1^. S ta 1c
(1970 mm) A 50 50"
R 5.4 117 5.3 t17 5.5 {1
S la
(2010 mm) 500
R t17

A50050.500
R 5.4 (17,7) 5.4 (17.6) 5.4 {17.7)
1a

5.4 (17.6) 5,6 fi8.2) 117 6.1

84.4 in. 1a
(2140 mm) Ar 50p

86.3 in. S
12190 mrn) A

88.2 in.
(2240 mm)
R 5.5
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 Ftont Axle

STEERING STOP POSITIONS (WITHOUT FRONT FENDERS)

13.&2E 1,1,9-28 16.9.26 16.928 16.9.30 18.4.26

60.2 in.
(1530 rntn)

2a 3a
(158O mm) 4?
64-7 in.
(1ru mm)
65-8 in.
(1670 mm)

(1710 mm)

69.3 in.
(1760 mm)

7O.2 io, 3a
(1780 mm) 340
8.3
71.7 in.
(1820 mm)

73.0 in.
(1850 mm)

73.7 in.
(1870 mm)

'tc

tl7
76.5 in.
I (1940 mm)

79.3 in.
(m10 mm)

8O.0 in.
(2030 mm)

80.9 in.
(2050 mm)

8,1.4 in. 't!

(2140 mm)
t17

(2190 mln)

88,2 in.
(2240 mm)

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 Front Axle

INSTALL AND ADJUST MECHANICAL

FRONT.WHEEL DRIVE FRONT FENDERS

Correct lender installation provides adequate fenderto-

tractor clearance for turning and axle oscillation. Correct
adlustment also minimizes tender vibration.

1 . Remove lubrication fitting (A) from center ol both steering

arms.

NOTE: Metric fitting is tapered and will be tight betore futty

seated.

2. Assemble lube fitting to extension (A) and reinstall in

steenng arm recess.

3. Remove and discard four plastic plugs (B) lrom each

steering arm.

4. Position fender bracket (A) in the "lN,'position (B) onty

for the following tread settings: fir
Tire Size /41
Tread Setting
':--r
13.6-28, 14.9-28, and
F
14.9-30 . 62.2 in. (1580 mm) 4
16.9-28. 60.2 in. (1530 mm)
64.7 in. (1640 mm)
16.9-26 and 18.4-26 . 65.8 in. (1670 mm)
70.2 in. (1 780 mm)
76.5 in. (1940 mm)

5. Use "Out" position (A) for all other tread settings.

6. l\,,lount lender supports to steering arms using I - lvli 2

x 70 mm cap screws and flat washers. Torque screws (B)
to 90 N m (65 lb-ft).

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 Front Axle

7. Place fender bracket (A) and spacer (B) in position shown

for the following tread seuings:
Position 1

Tire Size Tread Setting

1 3.6-28 or 14.9-30 62.2 in. (1580 mm)

13.6-28, 14.9-28, 14.9-30 or
16.9F-30 66.7 in. (1690 Inm)
16.9-28 60.2 in. (1530 Inm)
16.9-28 67.2 in. (1710 Inm)
Position 2

14.9-28 62.2 in. (1580 Inm)

13.6-28. 14.9-28, 14.9-30 or
16.9R-30 69.3 in. (1760 rnm)
16.9-28 64.7 in. (1640 rnm)
16.9-28 71.7 in. (1820 rnm)
16.9-26 or 18.4-26 65.8 in. (1670 rnm) b" ,9
Posiiion 3

13.6-28, 14.9-28, 1 4.9-30 or

16.9F-30 73.0 in. (1850 rnm)
13.6-28, 14.9-28, 14.9-30 or
16.9R-30 73.7 in. (1870 rnm)
13.6-28, 14.9-28, 14.9-30. or
16.9R-30 77.4 in. ( 1 970 rnm)
16.9-28 74.8 in. (1 900 rnm)
16.9-26 or 1 8.4-26 70.2 in. (1780 rnm)
Position 4

13.6-28, 14.9-28, 14.9-30 0r

16.9R-30 80.0 in. (2030 rnm)
13.6-28, 14.9-28, 14.9-30 or
16.9R-30 84.4 in. (2140 rnm)
1 6.9-28 79.3 in. (2010 rnm)
16.9-28 81 .B in. (2080 rnm)
16.9-28 86.3 in. (2190 rnm)
16.9-26 or 18.4-26 76.5 in. (1940 rnm)
16.9-26 or 18.4-26 80.9 in. (2050 rnm)

B. Secure fender brackets (A), spacers (B) and upper ferrder

supports (C) using 8-l\,416 x 1 10 mm capscrews, f lat washers
and nuts. DO NOT tighten screws yet.

NOTE: For 1 6.9-28, 18.4-26 and R-2 tires. insta uL'Del

support (C) using lower two mounting holes. On all
othet applications use top two mounting holes.

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9. With olfset in lower fender support (A) in position shown,

install supports to fender brackets.

NOTE: For 16.9R-28, 16.9R-30, 18.48-26 AND R-2 ties,

install lower fender suppott using front mounting
holes (B). On all other applications use rear mount-
ing holes (C).

10. N/inimum clearance (A) between fender supports and

tire should be 40 mm (1 .58 In. ).

11. Install lower exlension (B) to lower

support (A).

12. Install inner support rod assembly (A) centered in recess

on inside of fender.

13. lnstall fender and inner support rod to lower support

extension (B). DO NOT tighten nuts yet.

'14. Install tender and inner support rod to upper support.

DO NOT tighten nuts yet.

'15. When installing fender to supports, use a set

of holes
which centers lender (C) over tire.

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 Front Axle

l'.** pusnrng down on lower support, tighten lower

suppon lo mounting bracket screws (A) to 225 N.m (166
rb-ft).

17. Tighten extension-to-lower support screws (A) to 225

Nm (166 rb-fl).

18. Tighten fender-to-lower support lock nuts.

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19. Using a pry-bar.,nsure inner support rs fully seated in
fender recess. Tighlen fender upper tock nuts.

20. Tighten upper support-to-fender mountinq bracket

screws tA) to 225 N.m { I 66 lb.ft).

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 USE CORRECT TIRE COMBINATIONS TIRE COMBINATIONS CHART

ln order to achieve maximum drawbar pull and to maintain Rear Tire Front Tire
proper steerabllity, comply with the tire combinations shown.
Correct tire combinations reduce tire wear and fuel 16.9-38 wilh 13.6-28
consumDtion.
18.4-38 with 14.9-28
Should mechanical Ironlwheel drive lront tires show exces- 16.9-26
sive wear in comparison with rear lires, the front tires must
be replaced in order to maintain the predetermined tire ratio. 18.4-42. wIn 14.9-30
16.9-28
IMPORTANT: When replacing tires, consult your tire 18.4-26
dealer. Mixing worn and new tires, bias
and radial or tires of ditlerent diameters 20.8-38 with 14.9-30
or loaded radii can reduce pedormance 16.9-28
and cause excessive wear on drive train 18.4-26
components. R2 tires cannot be used in
combination with 81. 20.8-42. with 16.9-30
18.4-26

wath 14.9-28
16.9-20

24.5-32 with 14.9-28

16.9-26

30.51-32 with 14.9-30

16.9-28
18.4-26

18.4-38 (R2) with 16.9-26 (R2)

20.8-38 (R2)- with 18.4-26 (R2)

'Use with quick-coupler only.

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 Front Axle
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SELECTING FRONT TIRE ROLLING
DIRECTION

1 . Under most conditions, front tires should be mounted with

the direction of the tire lugs the same as the tire rollinq
direction.

2. lf tractor
is mainly used for loader operations, lug direction
may be reversed. Tire life may be increased by up to 30 per
cent and front traction improved in reverse.

A-L.H. Ti.e Viewed From Rear

B-Rolling Direction of Tire
C-Tire Lugs

SELECTING FRONT BALLAST

CAUTION: Additionat ballast may be needed tor
transporting heavy integral implements. When
implement is raised, drive slowly over rough
ground, regardless ot how much ballast is used.
Add weight to f ront end it needed tor stability on Non_lrlFWD
tractors or traction on N/FWD tractors. Heavy pulling and
heavy rear-mounted implements tend to lift tront wheels.
Add enough ballast to maintain steering control, prevent
I lip-over and provide traction.
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 MAXIMUM LOAD PER WHEEL
DETERMINING MAXIMUM FRONT BALLAST
IMPOBTANT: Do not overload tires. lf maximum weight Tire Ply

shown in chart is not enough tor satety, Size Rating Capacity

reduce load or install stronger tires.
11.00-16 8 2920 lb (1320 kg)
Use appropriate front ballast for a particular operating 11.00-16 12 3780 lb (1 715 kg)
condition. Two-wheel drive tractors should have only 1 41-1 6.1 6 2840 lb (1290 kg)
4L- 1 6.1 10 3830 lb (1735 kg)
enough ballast to maintain safe steering control. MFWD 1

equipped tractors should have adequate ballast to properly 16.51-16.1 I 3950 lb (1790 kg)
load front wheels-this is especially important when using
20.8-42 teat tires. Flemove ballast when it is no lonqer MFWO

neeoeo. 13.6-28 10 4070 lb (1840 kg)

14.9-28 10 4670 lb (2118 kg)
'10 4830 lb (2190 kg)
14.9-30
16.9-26 I 4640 lb (2100 kg)
16.9-26 10 5060 lb (2295 kg)
16.9-28 10 5245 lb (2380 kg)
16.9-30 10 5410 lb (2453 kg)
18.4-26 I 5000 lb (2270 kg)
18.4-26 10 5830 lb (2647 kg)

INSTALLING QUI K-TATCHTill WEIGHTS

Up to 20 QUIK-TATCH weights can be installed. Each

weighs approximately 100 lb (45 kg).

1. Install weights in pairs, one on each side of center (A).

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2. To hold weights in place, run retaining bolts (A) through

holes from side to side. Tighten to 230 N m (170 lb-ft).

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 Front Axle

3. When more than eight weights are installed, insert

retainers (A) between weights, one with threaded hole
upward and the other with threaded hole downward. Tiohten
bolts to 170 lbJt (230 N.m).

USING LIQUID WEIGHT IN FRONT TIRES

CAUTION: Insta ing liquid ballast requires spe-

cial equipment and training. Have the job done
by qualified personnel.

IMPORTANT: Cover rim completely with solution to

avoid corrosion, but never fill any tire
more than 90 per cent f ull. More solution
would leave too litfle air space to absorb
shocks. Damage to tire could occur.

A solution of water and calcium chloride provides sale.

economical ballast. Used properly. it will not damage tires,
tubes or rims. Depending on tire size, each tire will h;ld 175 Liquid Weight Per Tire
Tire Size (75% Fill, 3.s lblgal CACL2)
to 275 lb (80 to 125 kg).
175/. Fil|,0.4 kg/L cacL2)
Use calcium chloride to prevent waler lrom freezino. A
mixture of 3.5 tb. of catctum chlorrde per gal. (0.4 kg pJr L)
11 .00-16 170 lb (80 kg)
14L-16. 285 lb (130 kg)
will not freeze solid above
-So.F ( 4S.C). 1
1

6.5L- 1 6.1 415 lb (1 90 kg)

NOTE: Use of alcohol as liquid ballast is not recommended.
MFWO
Calcium chlotide solution is heavier and morc
economrcal.
13.6-28 440 lb (200 kg)
14.9-28 545 lb (250 kg)
Fill tubeless tires at least to valve level (minimum 75 oer cent
14.9-30 570 lb (260 kg)
lull). Less solution would expose part of rim possibly causing
16.9-26 665 lb (300 kg)
corrosion. Tube-type tires may be filled to any level belo; '16.9-28
90 per cent. 700 lb (320 kg)
18.4-26 805 lb (365 kg)

Lrtho in U.S.A. 80-10-27 TM-1354 (Sep-87)

Litho in U.S.A. 80-10-28 TM-1354 (Sep-87)