John Deere 950 brake job

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Laneman950

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Texas
Tractor
John Deere 950
Just bought a John Deere 950 w/ 1200 hours. Brakes don't work, right side is seized. Any tips on tackling this job would be appreciated. Also any tips on routine maintence, fluid changes, fuel filter change, replacing rear tires, etc.
 
   / John Deere 950 brake job
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Well, nobody replied, so I started anyway. The 850, 950, and 1050 use the same design of brake, axle mounted shoes under a cover. First thing was the levers were frozen. Took off the brake covers by carefully tapping a thin putty knife into the seam. The shoes were worn, found some aftermarket ones on eBay for half price. I used the heated candle wax trick along with a rubber mallet to get the levers moving. Once free, I put a thin film of hi temp disc brake grease on the lever shaft to keep it free. The breather tubes were clogged with brake dust. As soon as my shoes arrive will put together and write a follow-up.
 
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Sometimes you just have to jump in there. Welcome to TBN. Do you have a set of manuals to go with the tractor? That should give you an idea of what to check and the intervals to check them. Wax works pretty good freeing up things doesn't it. Post some pics if you get the chance.
 
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Please post some pics of the job as well. Good luck.
 
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how did the brake job do? i have a 1050 and have absolutely no brakes and need to get them fixed. how hard was it? and what all is required to do the job thanks for the replies
 
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Very easy to just change the shoes, which are available from Hoye. If the problem is a blown seal, then the job becomes much bigger.

For a first step, I would pull the covers, clean and switch the eccentric if needed. All your need is to drop the platforms and unhook the brake and clutch pedal return springs, and disconnect the actuator rods.

This video is close enough
Yanmar Tractor Brake repair Video
 
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how did the brake job do? i have a 1050 and have absolutely no brakes and need to get them fixed. how hard was it? and what all is required to do the job thanks for the replies

I have a PDF of the technical manual you’re welcome to, shoot me your email and it’s on the way
Joe
 
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I would love to get that PDF file off of you if you are willing!
 
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sent just now
 

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