JD 2130 Loose Steering

[Lefturnfreek]

I got a 1975 2130 that has got a lot of play in the steering box. Unfortunately I don't have a service manual for this tractor. Is there a way to take up the slack in the box cause I got about 3/4 of a turn right now.

 

[Tx Jim]

There are 2 places that have a history of causing steering play on JD utility tractors. One is wear in the bellcrank bushs/brgs on the center of the frt axle. The bellcrank is the part that the tie rods attach to in the center. The other place is where the arm that splines on steering box attaches the bolt gets loose. Pop the most rearward plug on LH side of clutch housing out and check tightness of the bolt.

 

[Zebrafive]

There are 2 places that have a history of causing steering play on JD utility tractors. One is wear in the bellcrank bushs/brgs on the center of the frt axle. The bellcrank is the part that the tie rods attach to in the center. The other place is where the arm that splines on steering box attaches the bolt gets loose. Pop the most rearward plug on LH side of clutch housing out and check tightness of the bolt.

Steering is loose on my 2030. I know it's the bellcrank that's wobbling. Do the bellcranks usually need to be replaced? Or is it just a bushing that needs to be changed? Looks like the axle will need to be pulled to fix this, is that correct?

 

[Tx Jim]

As i previously stated the brgs/bushs do wear out but in severe cases the shaft can be excessively worn also. To replace shaft it's necessary to remove frt axle.

 

[Lefturnfreek]

Unfortunately the majority of the play is in the steering box the rest of the bushings... et... are in good shape.

 

[Tx Jim]

Is bolt tight and arm still loose on steering box?? IIRC the splines on box are a tapered type that the farther the arm slides on box the tighter it should fit.

 

[Lefturnfreek]

Is bolt tight and arm still loose on steering box??

Yes, the arm is bolted tight to the output shaft of the steering box, the play is literally inside the steering box, I can spin the steering wheel 3/4 of a turn before the arm on the output shaft even budges.

 

[Tx Jim]

If looseness is in steering valve box then I suppose there must be wear in parts keys #1 & 23. Does steering wheel move up/down excessively while turning wheels??

 

[Lefturnfreek]

I wouldn't consider it excessive, maybe 3/16 in total vertical movement from lock to lock. You wouldn't happen to have the second section of the attachment and the parts list to go along with them?

 

[Tx Jim]

You can view it for free at JDparts.com

 

[Lefturnfreek]

Thank you!

 

[jpkachur]

Hello all,

I am working on a 1975 John Deere 2130 that has loose steering. I have completely rebuilt the front bell end and removed all play in that section. The long drag link is solid and is fine. The heavy drop down linkage just inside the housing near the clutch that has tapered splines which goes on the end of the power steering shaft and connects down to the main drag link is worn and you can see the main power steering shaft turns a bit before it engages the other side of the splines on the heavy link. This causes about 4" of play at the front tie rod ends. I have purchased the new heavy link and am wondering how to replace it. If you remove the small round hole cover and remove the bolt, is there enough room between the end of the power steering shaft and the housing with the small round cover plate to pull the heavy link back and slide it out and down? I am hoping it is but don't know. If so, it will be easy to replace and just slide the new one up and in and secure it with the bolt to remove all this play in the steering.

The tech manual does not mention how to do it either. My tractor is up in the bush and I want to ensure I have the right tools to tackle this before I head up to do it.

Thanks!

Jason

 

[Tx Jim]

Please read my reply to the same question you posted on the "parts/repair forum"

 

[Zebrafive]

Hello all,

I am working on a 1975 John Deere 2130 that has loose steering. I have completely rebuilt the front bell end and removed all play in that section. The long drag link is solid and is fine. The heavy drop down linkage just inside the housing near the clutch that has tapered splines which goes on the end of the power steering shaft and connects down to the main drag link is worn and you can see the main power steering shaft turns a bit before it engages the other side of the splines on the heavy link. This causes about 4" of play at the front tie rod ends. I have purchased the new heavy link and am wondering how to replace it. If you remove the small round hole cover and remove the bolt, is there enough room between the end of the power steering shaft and the housing with the small round cover plate to pull the heavy link back and slide it out and down? I am hoping it is but don't know. If so, it will be easy to replace and just slide the new one up and in and secure it with the bolt to remove all this play in the steering.

The tech manual does not mention how to do it either. My tractor is up in the bush and I want to ensure I have the right tools to tackle this before I head up to do it.

Thanks!

Jason

No, not enough room.
You have to remove the oval cover on the opposite side. There is a drain plug below the cover. It will have oil in it. Then you have to remove the pin that connects the steering column. This will let the shaft the steering arm is on slide to the right to remove the steering arm.

Be sure to get a new gasket for the oval cover.

In the drawing the oval cover/bearing support is key 1. The pin for the steering column is key 4. The shaft is key 7

 

[jpkachur]

No, not enough room.
You have to remove the oval cover on the opposite side. There is a drain plug below the cover. It will have oil in it. Then you have to remove the pin that connects the steering column. This will let the shaft the steering arm is on slide to the right to remove the steering arm.

Be sure to get a new gasket for the oval cover.

In the drawing the oval cover/bearing support is key 1. The pin for the steering column is key 4. The shaft is key 7

Thank you so much! Do you happen to know what I need to remove the pin? Is there a spring retainer? A bolt? Just wondering for tools needed.

 

[beenthere]

From the drawing, looks like key # 6 is a retainer

 

[jpkachur]

From the drawing, looks like key # 6 is a retainer

Yup....looks like you're right. Thanks so much guys!

 

[jd110]

The retainer is held in by bolt #15. You will need a 7/16" wrench or preferably a socket, ratchet and extension. The pin is threaded in the end. you can use one of the bolts attaching the oval cover and screw it into the end of the shaft to give you something to hold onto to pull it out.

 

[jpkachur]

Great advice guys...thanks! Very much appreciated.

 

[beenthere]

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