JD 950 no brakes issue

[Scotty Dive]

I just picked up a 950 that was well maintained for its first 25 years and really sat outside for the last 5 with the 2nd owner. 2nd owner told me that it doesn't have any brakes and although I have yet to try to adjust them, he told me he went in to the brake housing and he said there was fluid (oil) in the casing. I checked the hydraulic fluid dip stick and its empty and I really cannot see where it leaked out, but wonder what my next step is. Do I fill it up with fluid and watch where it leaks out or just assume there is an oil seal in this housing that had dried up and needs to be replaced? Thanks in advance for you assistance

 

[beenthere]

Well, for sure get the hyd. fluid filled up. Then deal with looking for a leak. IMO.
May need to go after the seal that is leaking, but seems both seals wouldn't be leaking on both brakes.
Keep us up on what you learn as you poke around. Might be able to help.
A pic or two would help too.

 

[Scotty Dive]

While its really low I am going to try to adjust the brakes and open up the brake housing and see if its really leaking. I am also going to finish draining it and clean out the hydraulic filter screen before refilling.

 

[vwnotrunning]

The 950 should be similar to the 1050. The pivot post can be rotated to allow for more wear on the shoes. Our 1050 does have a leak in one of the seals. Very little actually comes out but the shoes are soaked. Looks like replacing the seal will be difficult. Maybe when the new shop gets built I will tackle it!

 

[Scotty Dive]

Had a bit if time tonight after work, so I drained the rest if the fluid. A bit of water came out first Cleaned the hydraulic screen too. Removed the left side brake housing cover and if was filled with oil. . Can the shoes be dried out and reused...? I am thinking they are shot. Will need to call Hoye for the axle seals next.